Central Asia

Uzbek Independence Blues

Hard up Uzbeks have mixed feelings about their government's grandiose Independence Day celebrations.

21 Feb 05

Afghanistan's anti-Taleban forces have suffered a severe blow, with the death of their charismatic leader.

21 Feb 05

Osama bin Laden has established an international Islamic army in Afghanistan.

21 Feb 05

Central Asian states pledge support for American bid to pursue those responsible for last week's outrages.

21 Feb 05

Roadside beatings and bleak rehabilitation camps are favoured treatments for drug addicts in Kazakstan.

21 Feb 05

Tajikistan plans a major road project which aims to help integrate the economy and reduce the country's dependence on Uzbekistan.

21 Feb 05

Kyrgyz parliamentarians say military pact with Uzbekistan undermines the country's national security interests.

21 Feb 05

Will there be any room for culture in President Niazov's "golden era for Turkmen"?

21 Feb 05

Growing numbers of illegal immigrants are flocking to southern Kazakstan

21 Feb 05

Kyrgyzstan is fearful of being overwhelmed by Afghans fleeing looming conflict in their country.

21 Feb 05

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