Diplomacy

Turkmenistan to Seek UN Backing on Energy Issues

Fatal Shootings on Uzbek Border

Russia's Central Asia Policy Failing

Expert from the Commonwealth of Independent States Institute calls for greater focus on key region.

Tajiks Trade Land for Friendship with China

Critics say granting land to China "unconstitutional", but consensus view is that diplomats secured best possible deal.

Iranian Foreign Policy Going Nuclear?

Uncertainty over whether caretaker foreign minister, a nuclear expert, will continue in post.

Can Kiir Cut It as President of New State?

Many ex-African rebel leaders have failed as statesmen - but the South Sudan leader may buck the trend.

Charm Offensive Belies Turkmen Reality

Azeri Government Fury at Leaked Mafia Comparison

Officials say opposition briefings provided basis for allegations that Azerbaijani leaders behave like characters from Godfather films.

Clinton to Pay Landmark Visit to Uzbekistan

Ahmadinejad Was Freed Hiker's Captor, Not Saviour

Iran’s president pretends he had nothing to do with detaining alleged spies, but reveals himself by taking credit for Sarah Shourd’s release.