Central Asia

Turkmen Workers Suffer in Silence

Workplace corruption and exploitation is rife because employees are terrified of speaking out.

21 Feb 05

The president boasts that the army has been reformed, but in reality little has changed.

21 Feb 05

Poor health and lack of funds have caused a frightening rise in the number of baby deaths.

21 Feb 05

The authorities appear to have had ample time to prevent the failure of the republic's vital melon crop.

21 Feb 05

Authorities keep opposition protesters well away from visiting UN chief.

21 Feb 05

Trafficking of radioactive substances continues despite concerted efforts by the authorities to clamp down on the trade.

21 Feb 05

The increase in the drugs trade and the growth in seasonal workers are seen as factors in the dramatic climb in AIDS statistics.

21 Feb 05

Signs of a highly organised Turkmen opposition movement inside the country are beginning to emerge.

21 Feb 05

Opposition say president’s inner circle is canvassing public’s attitude to President Askar Akaev remaining in office for another term.

21 Feb 05

Shooting incident blows up into shouting match between Central Asian rivals.

21 Feb 05

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