Central Asia

Uncertain Mood in Kyrgyz Election Campaign

Disillusioned and disoriented electorate unlikely to pick new president for his political views.

Kyrgyz Politicians Fail to Inspire

Tajik Women Poorly Prepared for Work Abroad

Tajikistan's Giant Mosque Project Inches Forward

Taxman Gives Tajik Businesses a Break

Language Controversy in Kazakstan

Authorities say sensitive topic being stirred up for political ends.

What's Behind Kazak Language Campaign?

Calls for greater use of national language are really conduit for broader sense of dissatisfaction.

Uzbekistan's Half-Hearted War on Corruption

European Cotton Decision Unlikely to Change Uzbek Policies

Afghan Troop Withdrawal Poses Risks to Uzbekistan