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Uzbekistan Looks for New Allies
Following its break with the US, Tashkent moves to forge ties with Russia and China.
15 Feb 10
Uzbek Trial Stirs Memories of Stalinism
The first trial of Andijan “terrorists” looks decidedly staged, but can the government really close off access to other views of what happened.
15 Feb 10
Comment: Who's to Blame in Uzbekistan?
Tashkent holds Islamic militants responsible for the Andijan demonstration, but most of those involved simply appear to have been citizens desperate for a better life.
20 Nov 05
Tajiks, Kyrgyz Play Politics on Andijan
Tashkent’s neighbours had little choice but to support its recent violent suppression of dissent in the east of the country.
20 Nov 05
Concern at Detention of IWPR Uzbek Contributor
Reporter Tulkin Karaev given 10 days in jail following Uzbek press attacks on foreign media.
20 Nov 05
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