Central Asia

Uzbek Campaigner Slams Karimov Invite to Brussels

Concern at secrecy of trip by leader accused of major human rights abuses.

Another Clean Sweep in Turkmenistan

Taking a Stand in Kazakstan

Journalist who led demo against referendum allowing president to avoid elections says even small-scale protest has symbolic value.

Media Fears as Kazakstan Heads for Unelected Presidency

Newspaper’s plan to campaign against prolonging president’s rule lands it in trouble.

How Real is Islamic Threat in Kyrgyzstan?

Turkmen Authorities Tighten Screws on Migration

Tajik Adolescents Prey to Human Traffickers

Tajiks Hit by Rising Import Prices

Urban Health Hazard in Tajik Town

Uzbek Prison Brutality Continues Unchecked