Central Asia

Turkmenistan's First Private Paper Disappoints

6 Oct 10

6 Oct 10

6 Oct 10

Attack by armed militia leaves 25 government soldiers dead, raises questions about stability and foreign Islamist presence.

4 Oct 10

1 Oct 10

Tehran felt obliged to end loss-making oil swaps, but decision could further reduce its influence as a Caspian regional player.

1 Oct 10

Amidst plethora of parties for voters to choose from, a remarkably resilient political class adapts and survives.

30 Sep 10

29 Sep 10

29 Sep 10

29 Sep 10

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