Uzbekistan's Troubled Farm Reforms
Farmers say a switch to a new more commercial system leaves them burdened with debt and tied up in Soviet-style regulations.
4 Feb 06
Uzbekistan
Serb Refugees Unmoved by Gotovina Trial
With so many of their problems still unresolved, Croatian Serbs seem to have little interest in the upcoming case.
27 Jan 06
Kazakstan Sings a New Song
The adoption of a populist national anthem is part of a wider nation-building project.
23 Jan 06
Life Gets Tougher for Uzbek Traders
After relaxing border trade rules in the wake of the Andijan violence, Uzbek officials are now enforcing customs rules with a vengeance.
21 Jan 06
Uzbekistan: Secret Trial for Vocal Regime Critic
Human rights activist on trial for a TV appearance which undermined the government’s version of events in Andijan.
21 Jan 06
Unsportsmanlike Behaviour in Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyz wrestler who sought to lead national Olympic committee meets an untimely end.
16 Jan 06
Uzbek Students Concerned at Work Placements
New regulations forcing Uzbek graduates to take compulsory job placements are likely to deter many from going to university.
9 Jan 06
Tajikistan: The High Road to China
A tortuous mountain road opens up potential for new trading connections between China and Tajikistan and the wider region.
23 Dec 05
Kyrgyz Bride Price Controversy
This age-old tradition is flourishing, but there are fears it turns women into a commodity.
22 Dec 05
Tajikistan: A Blast From the Past
The authorities are systematically destroying arms stockpiles left over from the civil war, but they have no idea how many weapons are still hidden away.
17 Dec 05
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