Abdul Rashid Dostum: Veteran General Lacks Broad Support
The controversial commander Abdul Rashid Dostum has little chance of winning votes outside his own constituency.
1 Sep 06
Turkey
Mohammad Ibrahim Rashid: Rashid Pledges Clean Government
Candidate promises to tackle what he sees as pervasive corruption and abuse of power.
1 Sep 06
Iraqis Snub Dentists for Miracle Tree
Hundreds flock to Erbil in hope of unconventional cure for their dental problems.
29 Aug 06
Turkmen Students Flee Abroad
Endless propaganda and bribes to pass exams are just two of the disincentives to going to university in Turkmenistan.
29 Jul 06
Kurds Protest Energy Shortages
Kurdish officials blame central government for long fuel lines and power cuts, but the public holds local authorities responsible.
27 Jul 06
Expat Turks Praise Working Conditions in Turkmenistan
Of all the various foreign companies that operate in Turkmenistan, it is only Turkish firms that enjoy preferential terms for accommodation, business and taxation, as President Saparmurat Niazov has accorded them the maximum benefits in return for their p
24 Jul 06
Turkish Food Ban Reflects Political Concerns in Armenia
Turkish food has remained popular in Armenia despite the hostile diplomatic relationship, but it has been banned ostensibly for health reasons.
30 Jun 06
Turkmen Music Loses Out to Hip-Hop
Modern music and lack of interest inflict more damage on a unique art form than even the Taleban could do.
12 Jun 06
Militants Cause Fuel Shortages
Renewed shortages in the capital result of insurgent sabotage.
1 Jun 06
Azerbaijan Faces Iran Dilemma
Baku uncomfortable as its major ally confronts its southern neighbour.
26 May 06
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