Azerbaijan Convictions Don't Convince
“Arrests can take away our freedom, but not our desire to be free” - human rights defender Intiqam Aliyev
23 Apr 15
Caucasus
Armenia: Local Government Gets Bigger
Officials say merging 900-plus local administrations into 14 makes sense, but the plan is meeting resistance.
20 Apr 15
Down Syndrome Still Stigmatised in Armenia
Despite moves towards inclusive education, public attitudes are slow to change.
20 Apr 15
Will Rejigged Agency Dent Corruption in Armenia?
Reforms mean Anti-Corruption Council will include opposition and NGO representatives for the first time, but will still be led by the prime minister.
16 Apr 15
Georgian Cement Plant Blamed for Health Problems
Locals call for more action to be taken to reduce pollution.
13 Apr 15
Armenia Looks West as Eurasian Project Frays
President holds talks in Brussels instead of joining a meeting with Russian, Kazak and Belarussian counterparts.
9 Apr 15
Allure of Georgian Dream Fades
Opinion poll shows ruling bloc less popular than before, but some say it’s normal to tire of a government after a couple of years
8 Apr 15
Lavish Spending on Euro-Games as Azeri Economy Falters
Splashing out cash on first-of-its-kind sporting event seen as a valuable PR exercise by Azerbaijan’s leaders.
3 Apr 15
Armenians in Georgia Want Secure Residence Rights
Many hold foreign passports, and recent changes in the law make them feel like strangers in their own land.
3 Apr 15
Georgia to Curb Foreign Land Sales
Government uneasy about its predecessor's free-for-all approach to attracting investment.
27 Mar 15
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