Central Asia

Kyrgyzstan Violence “Alarm Bell” for Central Asia

Regional leaders should not conclude that cure to unrest lies in more repression, analysts say.

Uzbek Refugees “Abandoned"

Central Asia: Oct/Nov ‘10

IWPR competition seen as providing critical support for human rights journalism in the region.

Poverty Driving Young to Join Islamic Radicals

Growing Demand for Tajik-Afghan Border Trade

Lawyer Shortage in Remote Tajik Province

Uzbek Leader Uses Reforms to Secure Future

Changes appear to diminish president’s powers, but are intended to secure his long-term political position and fend off any hint of challenge.

Turkmenistan to Limit Water Use

Plight of "Abandoned Wives" in Tajikistan

When migrant workers cut ties with home and stop sending money, their families are ill-equipped to fend for themselves.

Trouble for Turkmen Activist After OSCE Event

Case of Vyacheslav Mamedov highlights freedom-of-movement issues raised at international event.