Could IMU Chief's Death Curb Rebel Force in Afghanistan?
Tahir Yuldash is reported dead, but his Uzbek guerrillas still appear to be creating havoc in the north.
12 Oct 09
Central Asia
Could IMU Chief's Death Curb Rebel Force in Afghanistan?
Tahir Yuldash is reported dead, but his Uzbek guerrillas still appear to be creating havoc in the north.
10 Oct 09
Unstable Tajik Lake to be Tamed
Everyone recognises that Lake Sarez, a large body of water high in the mountains of Tajikistan, could burst through the dam holding it at almost any moment. Where the experts differ is on how to stop this happening.
9 Oct 09
Tajik Clampdown on Islamic Group Could Backfire
Experts fear Tablighi Jamaat missionary organisation may be further radicalised after mass detentions.
9 Oct 09
Concern About New Tajik Language Law
Critics warn effort to make Tajik compulsory discriminates against those who mainly speak Russian.
9 Oct 09
Tajiks Incandescent Over Light Bulb Ban
Energy-saving bulbs are too expensive for most people, and should never have been imposed by decree, say critics of new scheme.
9 Oct 09
Greens Call for Tajik Energy-Saving Plan
Although Tajikistan has several major hydroelectric schemes, it has to import all its fuel and is perennially short of energy as well as money.
8 Oct 09
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