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Mixed Reaction to Turkmen Birthday Bash

Is the president acquiescent in a growing personality cult?

Engineer Shortage Threatens Energy Expansion

Central Asia: June ‘07

Report on problems faced by families of migrant workers who’ve died in Russia draws praise from officials, academics and activists.

State Expenditure Rise Swallowed by Inflation

Ombudsman Role Under Scrutiny

Herat Women Thirst for Education

Women in this western city are flocking to literacy classes, which are transforming their lives.

Counter-Trafficking Experts to Meet

Helmand: Caught Between the Tiger and the Precipice

Residents find that, for them, there is little to choose between the government and the Taleban.

Prosecutors Appeal Halilovic Acquittal

By Rebekah Heil in London (TU No 510, 13-July-07)

Calls for Greater NGO-State Cooperation