Economy

Uzbekistan's Economic Dilemma

Authorities want to boost private sector to offset raw materials dependence – but will the strategy work?

Afghanistan More Open About Finances

Budget transparency is said to have improved, but corruption remains a big headache.

Kyrgyz Petrol Price Cuts Fail to Curb Inflation

Reduced prices at pumps offset by wider economic problems.

Yerevan Street Sellers Protest Trading Ban

Mayor says he won't back down on "health hazard" street stall ban as traders mount daily protests.

Winter Gas Shortages in Uzbekistan

Citizens of gas-rich state rig up wood-burners as fuel cuts take winter toll.

Armenia Wins Positive Economic Rating

Critics say laws may look good but monopoly grip on some sectors remains a problem.

Food Prices Spiral in Turkmenistan

Moscow's Money Mislaid in Abkhazia

Russian audit chief finds no wrongdoing in Abkhazia’s use of development funds, but notes millions of dollars have yet to be accounted for.

Azerbaijan's Poor Image Armenia's Fault

Officials sidestep allegations of rigged elections and human rights abuses by alleging international watchdogs are in league with Yerevan.

Uzbek, Turkmen Economic Climates Hostile