Russia

Corrupt Police Prey on Travellers

IWPR reporter describes how a journey through southern Russia turned out to be more expensive than he’d bargained for.

10 Jul 09

Population loss has serious implications for Kyrgyzstan’s future, say experts.

8 Jul 09

Almaty wants to use customs union to break down Russian trade barriers, and then bid for WTO membership.

7 Jul 09

Georgian minority in Abkhazia feels especially exposed now international monitor are packing their bags.

3 Jul 09

Opposition concerned that latest population count includes people not living in Kyrgyzstan.

2 Jul 09

Alina Kenjeeva reports from Lake Issykkul, which this year is seeing far fewer tourists than usual from the Kyrgyz capital Bishkek.

2 Jul 09

As number of bank defaulters expands almost tenfold in only a year, calls grow for government to step in.

25 Jun 09

A decade and a half after the fighting ceased, many refugees are still waiting for proper housing.

12 Jun 09

Analysts say split that's opened up in opposition ranks letting President Saakashvili off the hook.

5 Jun 09

Analysts say split that's opened up in opposition ranks letting President Saakashvili off the hook.

5 Jun 09

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