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Is This Tajikistan’s #MeToo Moment?

Is This Tajikistan’s #MeToo Moment?

By Sher Khashimov and Steve Swerdlow
Could a court decision punishing a victim of sexual harassment and the newspaper that helped her be Tajikistan’s #MeToo moment?
Tajiks Stuck in Russia, Flights Home Cancelled

Tajiks Stuck in Russia, Flights Home Cancelled

By Catherine Putz
A pair of November 1 charter flights from Moscow to Dushanbe were cancelled.

New Election Dates and Challenges for Kyrgyzstan

New Election Dates and Challenges for Kyrgyzstan

By Catherine Putz
The presidential elections are now set for January 10, while challenges have been filed over the cancellation of the December 20 parliamentary redo.

The Distance Between Moscow and Russia’s Far East Is Growing

The Distance Between Moscow and Russia’s Far East Is Growing

By Gabriel Gavin
Tensions in Siberia are growing, fueled by fears around Chinese investment and resentment at being governed from another continent.

Understanding Tazabek, a Kazakh Islamic Celebrity

Understanding Tazabek, a Kazakh Islamic Celebrity

By Issatay Minuarov
A newly introduced weekly program on a Kazakh state TV channel has sparked sharp public criticism and a campaign against its host – Mukhamedzhan Tazabek.
Kyrgyzstan Punts on Elections to Pursue Constitutional Reforms

Kyrgyzstan Punts on Elections to Pursue Constitutional Reforms

By Catherine Putz
The Kyrgyz parliament voted to cancel forthcoming new parliament and presidential elections to make way for constitutional reforms.

Japarov’s Many Promises: Can Stability Emerge From Chaos in Kyrgyzstan?

Japarov’s Many Promises: Can Stability Emerge From Chaos in Kyrgyzstan?

By Ilgiz Kambarov
Will Kyrgyzstan’s new leader be able to address imminent politico-economic challenges and accomplish his all stated promises?
Date Set for Kazakhstan’s Parliamentary Elections

Date Set for Kazakhstan’s Parliamentary Elections

By Catherine Putz
If the past sets any precedent, we can expect an overwhelming win for Nur-Otan - the ruling party headed by First President Nursultan Nazarbayev

Kyrgyzstan: Raimbek Matraimov Detained, Released

Kyrgyzstan: Raimbek Matraimov Detained, Released

By Catherine Putz
The former customs official’s arrest was a suspicious surprise, though he’s long been alleged to have engaged in massive corruption in Kyrgyzstan. 

Uzbek Weddings in the Time of COVID-19

Uzbek Weddings in the Time of COVID-19

By Ezoza Yakvalkhodjieva
The pandemic has managed to do what the Uzbek government hasn’t been able to: temper lavish wedding practices. But will moderation last?

Kyrgyzstan Working Toward New Elections Under New Rules

Kyrgyzstan Working Toward New Elections Under New Rules

By Catherine Putz
Kyrgyzstan looks likely to have a new parliament election sometime in December and a presidential poll in January. It may also have a constitutional referendum.
Italian Policemen Sentenced for Kidnapping Kazakh Ex-Banker’s Family

Italian Policemen Sentenced for Kidnapping Kazakh Ex-Banker’s Family

By Paolo Sorbello
Italian police staged a special operation to detain and repatriate the wife and daughter of Mukhtar Ablyazov in 2013. Now seven of those involved were sentenced. 

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