Kazak Opposition Claims Mass Violations
Nursultan Nazarbaev is set for another seven years in power after an election widely condemned as fraudulent.
14 Dec 05
Georgia
Kazak Leadership Fears Upheaval
Closure of opposition party and move against major civil society group suggest Kazak leadership is keen to shore up power following events in Ukraine.
20 Nov 05
Tajik Coalition Tearing at the Seams
Opposition parties run into legal difficulties, making their election chances even slimmer.
20 Nov 05
Activists Rubbish Book Defending Mahallas
Author of new book says rights activists have painted a distorted picture of neighbourhood committees.
20 Nov 05
Tajik Socialists in Trouble
Opposition party is torn apart by a power struggle with old roots, but apparently driven by manipulation from outside.
20 Nov 05
Kyrgyz Police Prepare for Election Unrest
Opposition says special training for police is intended to crush legitimate protest.
20 Nov 05
Opposition Turmoil in Kazakstan
A highly public split on election strategy has led to chaos in Kazakstan’s main opposition party.
20 Nov 05
Comment: Kyrgyz Ballot to Sow Seeds for Future
However the Kyrgyz regime decides to act, it is in a strong position to shape not just this election but the presidential vote, too.
20 Nov 05
Kyrgyz Institutions Take Shape
Date set for presidential elections as authorities improve security, although a pro-Akaev march threatens more trouble.
20 Nov 05
Could Kazaks Go the Way of Kyrgyzstan?
The Kazak government appears blasé about Kyrgyz regime change but is paying attention, while opposition groups develop a new self-confidence.
20 Nov 05
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