Central Asia

Tajiks Squeezed by Russian Clampdown on Traders

New legislation hits vulnerable migrant labour from Central Asia’s poorest republic.

Glaciers Melting Due to Habitat Destruction

Kazakstan: Migrant Workers Face Deportation

Illegal immigrants are being rounded up only weeks after a controversial campaign offering them work permits.

Russian Rules Unlikely to Deter Tajik Migrant Workers

Kyrgyz Alarmed at Russian Ban on Traders

Trans-Caspian Oil Scheme Depends on Production Date

Tajikistan Still Classed as “Not Free”

Government Will be Less Independent Without Kulov

Kyrgyzstan: Foreign Labour Ban Sparks Controversy

Tough new restrictions on migrants in the retail sector criticised by rights activists and some in business community.

French Military to Remain