Central Asia

Kyrgyz Journalists Say Politicians Trying to Muzzle Them

Unlike in other Central Asia republics, multiple factions rather than one strong state are undermining media freedom, say journalists.

Uzbeks Seek Turkmen Support on Water Dispute

Kyrgyzstan's Troubled Military

Bullying, low morale and underfunding leave conscript forces in poor shape.

One Long Holiday in Turkmenistan

Tajikistan's Domestic Abuse Problem

Tajik Youth Drawn to Radical Islam

Education more effective than repression in turning young minds away from extremism, experts say.

Uzbek Cotton Farms Stick to Manual Labour

Kyrgyz Elite Ousts Over-Independent Premier

Change of government strengthens position of president and his party by sidelining an up-and-coming politician.

Landmines Still a Threat on Tajik-Uzbek Border

Turkmen "Holy Book" Still on Shelves