Afghan Instability Threatens Tajikistan
The power vacuum in the neighbouring state has Tajik analysts worried.
Integrating Islamic Trends in Kyrgyzstan
How religion and politics are mixing in a previously secular state.
Kyrgyzstan: Election Campaigning Co-opts Islam
Will politicians use religious discourse to appeal to the electorate?
Azerbaijan: IWPR Journalist "Abducted"
Investigative reporter forcibly returned to unknown fate at hands of security services.
Turkmenistan's Growing Economic Crisis
Central Asia’s most isolated state remains set against reforms.
Central Asia's Freedom of Speech Stalemate
Space for critical debate shrinks further amid economic crises and fears over extremism.
Tajikistan's Abandoned Wives
Many men find new partners while working abroad, leaving families at home without support.
Russia's Aims in Central Asia
Regional cooperation revolves around the Eurasia Economic Union.
President's Lawsuits Intimidate Kyrgyz Media
Independent outlets fear pressure may fuel self-censorship.
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