Central Asia
Tashkent Anniversary Events Start
16 Jan 09
Arts Stagnating in Turkmenistan
15 Jan 09
Kazakstan: Kids Flee Abusive Care Homes
High incidence of “escapes” from children’s homes indicates serious problems.
14 Jan 09
Tajik Teachers Vote With Their Feet
Tajikistan is desperately short of teachers, in many cases because newly-qualified staff do not want to take jobs in the countryside.
13 Jan 09
Kyrgyz Dogs Need Sharp Teeth as Well as Breeding
Whether aristocrat or mongrel, the main function of dogs in Kyrgyzstan is to guard their owners and their property.<br />
13 Jan 09
Another Depressing Year for Central Asian Media
Familiar patterns of harassment and obstruction, with new focus on curtailing internet.
13 Jan 09
New Turkmen Parliament Gathers
8 Jan 09
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