Spotlight on Media Ownership in Kazak Libel Case
In a high-profile court case, a former minister turns the tables by claiming that Kazakstan’s ruling elite controls the media.
20 Nov 05
Russia
Akaev Snubs Kyrgyz Investigators
Prosecutor general warns that ex-president’s immunity from prosecution could be stripped from him if wrongdoing is proved.
20 Nov 05
Tajikistan's Unrecorded Lives
From birth to death, many people evade the census-takers for tax and legal purposes.
20 Nov 05
Landslide Win for New Kyrgyz Leader
Most observers believe the election was largely fair, although the losing candidates from the “new opposition” dispute Kurmanbek Bakiev's overwhelming victory.
20 Nov 05
Turkmen-Azeri Ties Stay at Low Ebb
Long-running dispute on Caspian oil reserves creates tensions which may ultimately harm Ashgabat more than Baku.
20 Nov 05
Turkmen Murder Rumours Shrouded in Secrecy
A month after alarming reports of multiple murder from the southwest city of Mary, no one is sure what really happened.
20 Nov 05
Kyrgyzstan: Diplomats Want Better Deal
Kyrgyz diplomatic staff say seemingly prestigious overseas postings often entail shoddy facilities and poor wages.
20 Nov 05
Former Premier Faces the Music
Ex-president Akaev’s prime minister returns to the country to defend his role, but others appear less willing to do so.
20 Nov 05
Kyrgyz Cannabis Boom as Tourist Trade Slumps
People living around Lake Issykkul say they have few options but to exploit the illegal narcotic growing on their doorstep.
20 Nov 05
Kyrgyz Prosecutor Gets Tough
One by one, chief prosecutor Beknazarov is picking off those accused to abuses under the old regime.
20 Nov 05
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