Azerbaijan's Euro-Exit

European legislators demanded release of political prisoners, and a probe into allegations of high-level corruption.

Gas Guarantees Tashkent Political Leverage

Uzbekistan's neighbours are seeking alternative energy sources in an effort to escape dependence on Tashkent

Students Hit by Latest Niazov Decree

Ban on students buying foreign currency likely to stop many completing their education abroad.

Tribunal: July/Aug ‘07

IWPR representatives attend international conferences on justice issues.

Russia Praised for Refusal to Extradite Uzbek Refugee

Kazaks Opt for Bulgarian Pipeline

Moscow to Strengthen Position as Prime Market for Turkmen Gas

Oil and Gas Ambitions Look Over-Optimistic

Each for Equal

Supporting collective individualism can drive real change.

Armenian Privatisation Controversy

Armenia's power industry sell-off has raised concerns both at home and abroad.