Economy

Iraqi Crackdown on Foreign Workers Criticised

Government accused of populist move in wake of street protests demanding more jobs.

Turkmenistan: Another Year, Another Great Harvest

Uzbeks Tighten Up on Farm Exports

House Demolitions Spread to Northern Uzbekistan

Power-Crazy in Kabul

Wildly differing electricity bills from computerised system leave Afghan householders cross and confused.

Turkmenistan Plans Housing Sell-Off

Armenian Economy a Source of Shame

Corruption and tax evasion have increased inequality.

Powers of Darkness in North Afghanistan

Electricity shortages as power grid project goes nowhere.

Gold Dispute Won't Help Uzbekistan's Image

Government faces international court showdown with foreign mining firm.

Kazakstan's Unhappy Oil Workers

Crushing or ignoring self-confident labour movement could prove serious miscalculation.