Interview

New Kyrgyz Political System "Stabler Than Neighbours"

Authoritarian systems increasingly unsustainable, Moscow analyst says.

Syrian Opposition Firms Up Aims

Growing efforts to present united front to international community.

Cyber-Censorship in Turkmenistan

Uzbek Leaders Balk at Vital Reforms

Democracy Really Can Work in Central Asia – Kyrgyz President

Roza Otunbaeva recalls difficult times as head of state.

Syrian Alawite Protestor Speaks Out

Activist hopes sectarian warfare will be avoided despite regime's manipulation of minority fears.

Uzbek, Turkmen Wariness of Closer Afghan Ties

Does Kazakstan Attack Reflect Rising Militancy?

Suspected Islamist kills seven, blows himself up.

Opposition Says Assad Won't Honour Arab League Plan

Regime is given two weeks to withdraw troops, release prisoners and allow international organisations into Syria.

Tajik Analyst Welcomes Putin's Eurasian Plan