Zafar Abdullaev

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Woman detained without charge for requesting better conditions for jailed relatives.

21 Feb 05

Decision to amend several areas of the constitution may backfire on President Rahmonov.

21 Feb 05

Dismissal of reformer seen as sign that some Islamic party members aren’t ready for change.

21 Feb 05

Dushanbe is hoping the opening of a frontier crossing with China will transform Tajik fortunes.

21 Feb 05

Presidential backing for new independent radio station raises hopes of more media freedom.

21 Feb 05

Few believe Rajabi Mirzo was the victim of a random mugging, given the critical stance of his newspaper.

21 Feb 05

Officials use promises and threats to recruit extra labour to gather the important crop.

21 Feb 05

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