Central Asia

Kyrgyz Parliament Attempting to Oust Ombudsman

Former Soviet Bloc to Spy on Social Networks

Tajiks, Afghans Resolve Local Water Tensions

Tajiks Now Ready for Death Penalty Abolition

Kyrgyz Politicians Fail to Inspire

Uncertain Mood in Kyrgyz Election Campaign

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

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.