Georgian Opposition Faces Uphill Election Struggle
While the ruling party focuses on pledges to make better, its opponents are failing to make headway, in part because of what they see as unfair changes to the voting system.
24 Apr 08
Russia
Turkmen Farm Reforms Failing
Government needs to launch comprehensive overhaul of agriculture if production is to be increased.
11 Apr 08
Gender Equality a Dead Letter in Tajikistan
Despite a raft of equal opportunity laws, women in this conservative society are often treated as chattels.
1 Apr 08
Caucasus: Feb ‘08
Journalists taking part in CCJN mission to Armenia say they appreciated the opportunity to work with colleagues from other countries.
19 Mar 08
Kyrgyz Opposition Queries Election Figures
Opposition groups say the failure to release detailed information on the December election suggests the results are questionable.
17 Mar 08
Families Split by Ossetia Border Closure
Shutting of Georgian-Russian border prevents ordinary people from visiting loved ones across the mountains.
3 Feb 08
Opposition Fears Kyrgyz Rubber Stamp Parliament
While the government claims the ruling party’s domination of parliament will make the legislative process more effective, opposition leaders fear the institution’s independence has been fatally undermined.
16 Jan 08
Dress Code for Chechen Women
Morality drive focuses on low-cut clothing and other signs of behaviour seen as un-traditional and therefore inappropriate.
9 Jan 08
Opposition Leader May Play Crucial Role
As a potential crisis looms in Kyrgyzstan over disputed election results, many are wondering whether Omurbek Tekebaev will be able to turn it to his advantage.
18 Dec 07
Counting the Kyrgyz Migrant Vote
As the election looms, it remains unclear how expatriates’ votes will be counted.
14 Dec 07
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