Russia

Kyrgyzstan: Diplomats Want Better Deal

Kyrgyz diplomatic staff say seemingly prestigious overseas postings often entail shoddy facilities and poor wages.

20 Nov 05

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

People living around Lake Issykkul say they have few options but to exploit the illegal narcotic growing on their doorstep.

20 Nov 05

One by one, chief prosecutor Beknazarov is picking off those accused to abuses under the old regime.

20 Nov 05

Tens of thousands of Tajik children wash cars, pick cotton and work on building sites in an effort to make ends meet.

20 Nov 05

The government bans grain imports saying the country has too much food, then impounds consignments to cover up shortages.

20 Nov 05

The hefty sentence handed down to a leading politician is viewed as a warning from the authorities to an already weak opposition.

20 Nov 05

An ongoing wave of sackings looks increasingly like an attempt by the president to scare off anyone who might be thinking about regime change.

20 Nov 05

Armenians urge Tbilisi officials to show more concern for their region.

18 Nov 05

Traditional values are making it difficult for women who have lost their husbands to marry who they wish.

18 Nov 05

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