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Trial of 11 Journalists in Kyrgyzstan Ends in Prison Sentences and Acquittals

Trial of 11 Journalists in Kyrgyzstan Ends in Prison Sentences and Acquittals

By Catherine Putz
Of the 11 journalists charged in a case that has drawn heavy criticism, two received prison sentences, two probation, and seven were acquitted.

Uzbekistan’s Upcoming Parliamentary Elections: A Chance for Change?

Uzbekistan’s Upcoming Parliamentary Elections: A Chance for Change?

By Mirshohid Aslanov
From tackling corruption to enhancing public services, people of Uzbekistan are clear about their priorities.
Commonwealth of Independent States Gathers in Moscow for Annual Heads of State Meeting

Commonwealth of Independent States Gathers in Moscow for Annual Heads of State Meeting

By Catherine Putz
Putin characterized cooperation within the CIS as “one of the Russian Federation's top foreign policy priorities.”

Maintenance Work Brings Down Oil Production at Kazakhstan’s Kashagan

Maintenance Work Brings Down Oil Production at Kazakhstan’s Kashagan

By Catherine Putz
Despite Kazakhstan’s efforts to reschedule the Kashagan maintenance, the drop in production conveniently forces Astana to meet commitments it has made to OPEC+ to reduce oil production. 

Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan: New Domestic Violence Laws and the Protection of Children

Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan: New Domestic Violence Laws and the Protection of Children

By Christopher von Claparede-Niemann
Every child in Central Asia deserves to grow up in an environment free from violence, where protection is not only a policy, but a reality.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

Nuclear Power Referendum Passes in Kazakhstan

Nuclear Power Referendum Passes in Kazakhstan

By Catherine Putz
Critics argue that the Kazakh people were presented a largely one-sided positive view of the referendum, making the victory of the “yes” camp unsurprising. 

Why Are the US Presidential Elections Relevant for Central Asia?

Why Are the US Presidential Elections Relevant for Central Asia?

By Akilbek Tilavoldiev
The U.S. presidential elections have always had a significant impact on the foreign policies of various countries, including relations with the states of Central Asia.     
Kyrgyzstan’s New North-South Highway Nears Completion

Kyrgyzstan’s New North-South Highway Nears Completion

By Joe Luc Barnes
Work on Kyrgyzstan’s North-South Alternative Highway, an ambitious project to speed up travel throughout the mountainous country and help connect its disparate regions, may finally be coming to an end.

Central Asia’s War on Hijab

Central Asia’s War on Hijab

By Niginakhon Saida and Svetlana Dzardanova
As Central Asian governments tighten restrictions on the hijab in the name of upholding secularism, devout Muslim women find themselves forced to navigate an increasingly difficult choice between their faith and the law.

Tajikistan’s Winter Electricity Rationing Starts Early

Tajikistan’s Winter Electricity Rationing Starts Early

By Catherine Putz
Typically, rationing in rural areas begins in late October, but this year the state power company announced the start of restrictions on electricity in late September.

Verdict Expected Soon in Trial of 11 Journalists in Kyrgyzstan

Verdict Expected Soon in Trial of 11 Journalists in Kyrgyzstan

By Catherine Putz
The case has come to define Kyrgyzstan's autocratic slide under President Sadyr Japarov.
Over 3 Decades Into Independence, Property Protections in Kazakhstan Remain Weak

Over 3 Decades Into Independence, Property Protections in Kazakhstan Remain Weak

By Rustem Amangeldi
State-owned and private construction companies make plenty of money in the process of completing housing developments. It’s the buyers who lose out.

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