Conflict Legacy Holds Back Afghanistan's Farmers
Decades of warfare and market instability have done ruinous harm.
19 Mar 15
Economy
Armenia: Toxic Dispute at Failed Plant
Workers sacked en masse amid continued talk of saving the debt-ridden factory.
13 Mar 15
Azerbaijan: Currency Drop Prompts Broader Economic Worries
People lose faith in national currency as central bank slashes its value.
3 Mar 15
Armenia Delays New Tax Rules Again
Small business owners continue to oppose legislation that they say will ruin them.
16 Feb 15
Afghan Militants Find Unemployed Make Easy Recruits
With few jobs available, joining the Taleban may look like the easy option.
10 Feb 15
Afghans Review President's Early Days
While supporters note foreign policy achievements, critics want to see faster change at home.
5 Feb 15
Georgian Government Prefers New Gold to Old
Disputes over archaeological site continue as “limited” mining works start.
2 Feb 15
Armenian Expats Face Changing Russian Labour Market
New common labour market makes it easier for migrants to go to Russia, but jobs will be thin on the ground this year.
21 Jan 15
Nigerian Telecoms Firms Frustrate Subscribers
Despite customer complaints, telecoms companies continue to push for more revenue.
20 Jan 15
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