Economy

Clampdown on Sex Industry in Tajikistan

Fewer jobs and a worsening exchange rate hits households supported by expats in Russia.

17 Nov 15

When reservoir levels fall, so does hydropower generation – bad news for consumers at peak usage time.

10 Nov 15

Low-skilled workers from Central Asia are often the first to be laid off.

6 Nov 15

Fewer jobs and a worsening exchange rate hits households supported by expats in Russia.

6 Nov 15

Fears that a valuable revenue source could be siphoned off all too easily.

3 Nov 15

Critics say environmental and human costs are too high.

14 Oct 15

Government accused of failing to provide enough jobs to keep young people at home.

12 Oct 15

Traditionally close relationship marred by Russian arms sales to Azerbaijan and general economic woes.

30 Sep 15

Borrowers squeezed tight by exchange rate shift that raised their repayments.

30 Sep 15

Troubled regional environment plus domestic weakness leave trade in the doldrums.

24 Sep 15

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