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Central Asian migrant workers in Russia
For Central Asian Migrant Workers, a Sense of Home is Only an App Away
By Colleen Wood
A vibrant digital ecosystem has developed to support Central Asian migrant workers navigating the challenges of living far from home.
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The Feminized Farm: Labor Migration and Women's Roles in Tajikistan's Rural Communities
January 04, 2018
The Feminized Farm: Labor Migration and Women's Roles in Tajikistan's Rural Communities
As Tajik men go abroad in search of higher pay, women take on increased roles in Tajikistan's agriculture sector.
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The Feminized Farm: Labor Migration and Women's Roles in Tajikistan's Rural Communities
Challenging the Central Asian Migrant Myth: Separation and Radicalization
April 06, 2017
Challenging the Central Asian Migrant Myth: Separation and Radicalization
Sergey Abashin, a noted migration scholar, challenged the usual Muslim migrant worker story at a recent talk.
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Challenging the Central Asian Migrant Myth: Separation and Radicalization
A Glimpse Into Moscow’s Little Kyrgyzstan
March 24, 2017
A Glimpse Into Moscow’s Little Kyrgyzstan
Seasons of migration to the north: stories of Central Asian migrant workers in Russia.
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A Glimpse Into Moscow’s Little Kyrgyzstan
14 Kyrgyz Die in Moscow Warehouse Fire
August 30, 2016
14 Kyrgyz Die in Moscow Warehouse Fire
A day of mourning in Bishkek sadly won't change working conditions in Moscow.
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14 Kyrgyz Die in Moscow Warehouse Fire
Migrants Unwelcome: Siberian Region Bans Foreign Workers From Key Jobs
August 17, 2016
Migrants Unwelcome: Siberian Region Bans Foreign Workers From Key Jobs
Meanwhile, fewer Tajiks are traveling to Russia looking for work, already.
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Migrants Unwelcome: Siberian Region Bans Foreign Workers From Key Jobs
Tajikistan: The Eurasian Economic Union’s Next Member?
July 19, 2016
Tajikistan: The Eurasian Economic Union’s Next Member?
Long rumored and rumored still, Dushanbe is reportedly exploring joining the EEU.
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Tajikistan: The Eurasian Economic Union’s Next Member?
Here Come the Stereotypes: Central Asians Implicated in Istanbul Attack
July 01, 2016
Here Come the Stereotypes: Central Asians Implicated in Istanbul Attack
Turkish authorities have identified the three attackers as citizens of Kyrgyzstan, Russia, and Uzbekistan.
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Here Come the Stereotypes: Central Asians Implicated in Istanbul Attack
What Caused a 200-Man Fight in a Moscow Cemetery?
May 17, 2016
What Caused a 200-Man Fight in a Moscow Cemetery?
The incident will do little to improve the public perception of Central Asian migrant workers in Russia.
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What Caused a 200-Man Fight in a Moscow Cemetery?
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Mark Field on Strengthening UK-ASEAN Relations Post-Brexit
November 14, 2018
Mark Field on Strengthening UK-ASEAN Relations Post-Brexit
The Diplomat talks with Mark Field about Britain's ongoing effort to boost ties with ASEAN and Southeast Asia after Brexit.
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