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
Turkey
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
EU Could Assume Peacekeeping Role
The European Union’s new special representative for the South Caucasus sees an enhanced role for the EU in conflict resolution.
25 May 06
Azerbaijan, Georgia Launch Rail Project
As Azerbaijan hails a new railway project for the Caucasus, the mood in Georgia is less enthusiastic, and the Armenians are openly hostile.
24 May 06
Back to School for Afghan Turkmen?
The first-ever ethnic Turkmen education minister takes steps to get his people to go to school.
18 May 06
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