Political reform

Uzbeks Underwhelmed by Constitutional Reform

Righting Wrongs in Tunisia

Revolution offers unprecedented opportunities both for grassroots initiatives and for systemic reforms to policing and prisons.

Turkmen Leader Tries Common Touch

Turkmenistan's Illusory Political Reforms

Another Clean Sweep in Turkmenistan

Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan Score Poorly in Democracy Ranking

Tough Times Ahead for Kyrgyz Coalition

Survival of new government depends on party leaders keeping differences in check.

Uzbek Leader Uses Reforms to Secure Future

Changes appear to diminish president’s powers, but are intended to secure his long-term political position and fend off any hint of challenge.

Uzbek Political Reforms Merely for Effect

Iranian President Gunning for Foreign Minister

Mahmoud Ahmadinejad always wanted to run foreign policy. Now he has the minister in his sights.