Uzbekistan Faces AIDS Epidemic
The number of people contracting HIV has doubled in the past year, as the crumbling economy forces more young people into prostitution and drug use.
21 Feb 05
Russia
Uzbekistan: Russian Cemetery Destroyed
The nationalist government is determined to wipe out all traces of the Soviet past - even to the extent of bulldozing graveyards.
21 Feb 05
Uzbek Activist Arrest 'Politically Motivated'
Rights groups say Russians arrested outspoken Uzbek dissident on trumped up charges in effort to silence him.
21 Feb 05
Kazakstan: German Exodus Slowing
Fewer are leaving for Germany, and some are coming back after finding life there too tough.
21 Feb 05
Kazakstan: Corruption “Boosts Economy”
Survey suggests that many businessmen see bribes as an essential part of their day-to-day activities.
21 Feb 05
Lenin Toppled in Kyrgyzstan
Leftists furious at removal of 10 tonne sculpture of revolutionary from the centre of the capital.
21 Feb 05
Worrying Attack on Leading Tajik Editor
Few believe Rajabi Mirzo was the victim of a random mugging, given the critical stance of his newspaper.
21 Feb 05
Russia Homes in On Caspian Oil
The creation of a new oil exploration consortium combining three of Russia's major energy companies highlights Moscow's growing interest in the Caspian region
21 Feb 05
Kyrgyz Tourism Hopes Dashed
Bishkek government plans to boost foreign visitors fall flat leaving many tourist traders empty-handed.
21 Feb 05
Kazaks Attack Constitution
In Kazakstan, the president counts for everything and the constitution for nothing.
21 Feb 05
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