New Era for Ashgabat and Baku?
Landmark deal may finally facilitate pipeline to Europe – if the Europeans are still interested.
9 Feb 21
Central Asia
Tajikistan Jails 80-Year-Old for Extremism
Lengthy prison term handed to elderly man described as political persecution.
5 Feb 21
Uzbekistan Looks to Diversify Labour Migration
Remittances from those working abroad make up a key part of the country’s economy.
22 Jan 21
Kazakstan's Unsurprising Elections
President’s party wins again as pressure grows on independent observers and opposition forces.
18 Jan 21
Populist Wins Kyrgyzstan's Presidential Election
Critics fear this may cost Kyrgyzstan and its people dearly.
14 Jan 21
Business As Usual for Kazak Elections
Upheaval in Kyrgyzstan and Belarus not expected to affect the outcome of January 10 polls.
22 Dec 20
How Turkmenistan's Media Works (or Doesn't)
The sector exists simply to idolise the president and serve the ruling class.
3 Dec 20
Kazak Journalists Face Routine Harassment
Although the media is protected by law, beatings and illegal detentions are common.
5 Nov 20
Kyrgyzstan: Fresh Elections Postponed
Country’s traditional partners, disturbed by ongoing crisis, suspend large tranches of aid.
3 Nov 20
Central Asia Eyes Belarus Protests
Disquiet with an authoritarian leader, presiding over an archaic state-dominated economy, sounds familiar.
20 Oct 20
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