End of an Era
Officials convene emergency meeting to manage what may be a difficult transition.
22 Dec 06
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Tajikistan: Repressive Religious Law in the Pipeline
Proposed legislation would make it harder for smaller faith groups to operate.
9 Nov 07
Georgian Vineyards in Ferment
Vine-growers’ anger at depressed market conditions spills over into political row.
19 Oct 07
Kyrgyz Election Update: Round Two
Kyrgyzstan held an election to the 75-member Zhogorku Kenesh on February 27, but more than half the seats remained undecided as there was no clear winner. The second round on March 13 has now assumed critical importance, so this report looks at events bot
20 Nov 05
Kazak Security Forces Bracing for Trouble
Military mount crowd-dispersal exercises as officials speak of need to bolster weapon stocks and scrutinise the opposition.
20 Nov 05
Chechnya: the Great Migration
Tens of thousands of Chechens are seeking a new life in Europe.
18 Aug 05
Death of Kyrgyz Sugar Industry Leaves Bitter Taste
Instead of exporting sugar, Kyrgyzstan now imports it while disillusioned beet farmers switch to other crops.
11 Dec 08
Georgia: Economic Slump Hurting
Once buoyant economy is hit by downturn and war over South Ossetia.
16 Dec 08
Changes to Kyrgyz Assembly “Muzzle” Deputies
The government says it only wants to streamline parliament’s work, but the opposition says the real aim is to silence debate.
1 Feb 08
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