No Safety Checks on Chinese Foodstuffs
Fresh food smuggled in from China and sold at local markets poses serious potential health risks, says reporter Janar Akaev.
24 Feb 09
China
Chinese Food Scare Spills Over Into Kyrgyzstan
Imported flour thought to contain the same harmful chemical identified in Chinese dairy product scandal.
24 Feb 09
Kyrgyz Acquire New Language Skills
In recent years, people in Kyrgyzstan have become used to buying Chinese goods and eating dishes once regarded as outlandish. Now they are taking up the language as well.
6 Jan 09
Cousin Marriages Blamed for Congenital Problems
Doctors in Tajikistan say the increase in marriage between blood relatives is to blame for many health problems in newborn babies.
21 Dec 08
Kyrgyz Wary of Chinese Bearing Gifts
Beijing offers a sweetener to get its TV programmes shown in Kyrgyzstan, but some commentators fear cultural encroachment.
3 Nov 08
Tajikistan: Less Food on the Table
Farming sector now so unproductive that even Tajik specialities like fruit are being imported.
25 Oct 08
Kyrgyz Quake Raises Questions Over Shoddy Buildings
Following lethal earthquake, experts warn many more lives could be at risk as builders ignore safety standards.
23 Oct 08
Tajik Economists Fear Impact of Global Crisis
Central bank believes economy largely immune from international financial turbulence, but economists warn of multiple knock-on effects.
19 Oct 08
Concern at Township Plan for Diaspora Kazaks
Placing Kazaks from other countries in special housing schemes may prevent them integrating properly.
18 Oct 08
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