Abkhazia's Inconclusive Election
Most of new crop of legislators don’t come from either opposition or pro-government parties.
30 Mar 12
Political reform
Arab Revolts Risk Fuelling Sectarian Tensions
As Sunni Islamists gain political power, minority faiths are likely to be vulnerable.
26 Mar 12
Georgia to Soften Party Funding Law
Suspicions that legislation is designed to curb political ambitions of one wealthy businessman.
9 Mar 12
Abkhaz Election Going Ahead Despite Attack on President
President Ankvab escaped unscathed from the latest in a series of attempts to kill him.
2 Mar 12
Bosnian Serb Leader Opportunistic or Committed Nationalist?
What may have begun as vote-winning tactic now dominates Milorad Dodik president’s outlook.
2 Mar 12
Mixed Progress on Egyptian Civil Rights
Activist welcomes steps towards free expression and political engagement, but notes little real change on women’s rights.
9 Feb 12
Tajikistan's Limited Options
At home, the government confines appointments to circle of insiders, while abroad the country has few real friends.
9 Feb 12
Libya's Interim Government Under Pressure to Deliver
Progress needed on security, economy and governance to dispel unhappiness with transitional authorities.
25 Jan 12
Critics Decry Georgian Electoral Reform
Law seems designed to prevent powerful oligarch funding opposition.
23 Jan 12
Elusive Officials Leave Afghans Queuing for Days
Uruzgan residents complain about massive wait for basic services.
11 Jan 12
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