Armenia: Orphans Struggle to Overcome Stigma
Children raised in care homes are marginalised by society, even after they reach adulthood.
27 May 16
Social justice
Afghan Sport Needs Investment
Growing public enthusiasm not backed up by funding, especially anywhere outside Kabul.
22 Dec 15
Low Earners Face Tax Squeeze in Armenia
Government hopes that devolving revenue collection will help curb tax evasion. It may, but only among the poor.
28 Nov 15
End in Sight for Last Armenia Quake Refugees?
President pledges that rehousing programme in country’s second city will be complete by late 2016.
11 Nov 15
Single and Broke? Afghan Tribes Have a Solution
In Khost province, one community agrees to limit the price of getting married.
22 Oct 15
Ethnic Component of Afghan ID Cards Still Controversial
Obstacles remain to a scheme aimed at boosting both security and electoral transparency.
2 Oct 15
Stakes High for Armenia's Loan Shark Victims
Borrowers typically have to sign over their homes as security for high-interest loans.
24 Jul 15
Tajiks Talk Up Afghan Spillover Risks
Government think-tank says 8,000 militants are operating in parts of Afghanistan near to the Tajik frontier.
13 Jul 15
Grumbling About Euro-Games Disruptions in Azerbaijan
Traffic and other restrictions seen as excessive.
5 Jun 15
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