Russia

Tajik Language to Receive Boost

Parliament is to review a new language law tightening up the use of Tajik in public life.

7 Aug 09

Fears raised over distribution of post-war international support.

7 Aug 09

Issue likely to dominate December elections, but in reality Abkhazia’s options constrained by dependence on Russia.

7 Aug 09

Some local analysts believe Washington may have taken an indirect swipe at president’s re-election campaign.

5 Aug 09

More than half the population are already classed as poor, and things look set to get worse as incomes and job opportunities are squeezed.

4 Aug 09

A summary of progress on the road to a settlement.

27 Jul 09

Moscow meeting leaves sides no closer and many questions unanswered.

27 Jul 09

He denies knowledge of specific weapons deliveries and payment to Iran but acknowledges use of foreign fighters.

21 Jul 09

War of words breaks out as public relations exercise by Baku representatives goes wrong.

17 Jul 09

Few experts share government hopes that new enterprise region will help alleviate economic woes.

17 Jul 09

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