Uzbekistan: Shuttle Traders Curbed
New threat to the roving traders who helped rescue the Uzbek economy following the collapse of Soviet rule.
New threat to the roving traders who helped rescue the Uzbek economy following the collapse of Soviet rule.
Competition between Kazak tourist agencies is said to have sparked a war of words between Bishkek and Astana.
President Karimov is urged to alleviate the suffering of Uzbekistan's political and religious inmates.
Government claims success in its campaign to wipe out Hizb-ut Tahrir.
Investigators believe bizarre killings may have some connection with overseas prostitution racket.
An influential Muslim politician voices strong opposition to anti-terror troops in the country.
Western governments keep silent as number of disputed convictions rise.
Attacks on American and Israeli embassies suggest Uzbek authorities have a new Islamic opposition force to contend with.
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
Moscow appears to have come to the conclusion that it must work with the Taleban