IWPR Debates Seen as Key Educational Resource
Discussion events give people a chance to learn about the state’s obligations to them.
23 Jun 15
Rule of law
Afghans Turn to Taleban Justice
People lose faith in inefficient and dishonest state judicial system.
1 Jun 15
Fatal Shooting on Kyrgyz-Uzbek Border
Firearms often used to stop civilians trying to evade customs controls.
26 May 15
Baku Fire Deaths Prompt Safety Review
Officials blame plastic cladding used to dress up buildings as Baku prepares for summer sports event.
22 May 15
Azerbaijani Government Watching its Expats
Registration system for people living abroad seen as Big Brother move.
18 May 15
Hate Speech vs. Free Speech in Armenia
Current laws ban racist and similar remarks, but not verbal attacks on LGBTI people.
15 May 15
Constitutional Tinkering in Kyrgyzstan
Political elites shouldn’t change the rules to suit themselves, experts say.
14 May 15
Alimony in Kazakstan: Can Pay, Won't Pay
Legal system has been slow to enforce payment orders on wayward ex-husbands.
6 May 15
In Battle With Radical Islam, Tajik Police Attack Beards
The idea that banning Islamic forms of dress will eliminate extremism is facile, experts say.
1 May 15
Alarm at Takeover Bid for Major Kyrgyz Media Group
Staff at leading newspaper fear the real motive behind a complex lawsuit is an ambition to exert political control.
30 Apr 15
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