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corruption in Central Asia

Central Asia No Closer to Shaking Perceptions of Corruption

Central Asia No Closer to Shaking Perceptions of Corruption

By Catherine Putz
Transparency International notes a “troubling picture” in the region as countries struggle with “dysfunctional rule of law, rising authoritarianism, and systemic corruption.”

Gulnara Karimova Accused of Running Criminal Organization in New Swiss Indictment

Gulnara Karimova Accused of Running Criminal Organization in New Swiss Indictment

By Catherine Putz
Karimova’s organization, dubbed “The Office,” ran a hierarchical professional operation – with a criminal twist, according to Swiss federal prosecutors. 
Report Links Ablyazov to Embattled Maltese Academic Joseph Mifsud Via Swiss Lawyer Stephan Roh

Report Links Ablyazov to Embattled Maltese Academic Joseph Mifsud Via Swiss Lawyer Stephan Roh

By Catherine Putz
A Maltese academic, a Swiss lawyer, and a fugitive Kazakh oligarch -- what could possibly be the connection?

After Exposing Corruption, Media Under Pressure in Kyrgyzstan

After Exposing Corruption, Media Under Pressure in Kyrgyzstan

By Catherine Putz
Individuals implicated in massive corruption exposed in a recent joint investigation by  RFE/RL’s Radio Azattyk, OCCRP, and Kloop have hit back with a lawsuit.

Another Atambayev Ally Faces Corruption Charges in Kyrgyzstan

Another Atambayev Ally Faces Corruption Charges in Kyrgyzstan

By Catherine Putz
Ikramjan Ilmiyanov, a former adviser to previous Kyrgyz President Almazbek Atambayev, faces corruption charges.

Former Kazakh Economy Minister Sentenced to 10 Years on Corruption Charges

Former Kazakh Economy Minister Sentenced to 10 Years on Corruption Charges

By Catherine Putz
Kuandyk Bishimbayev, a young rising political star, faced a rapid downfall after being accused of embezzlement.

The Ablyazov Affair: ‘Fraud on an Epic Scale’

The Ablyazov Affair: ‘Fraud on an Epic Scale’

By Stephen M. Bland
New rounds of litigation add to the opaque case of fugitive ex-Kazakh minister Mukhtar Ablyazov.
Telia's Exit Consolidates State Ownership in Kazakhstan Telecoms Sector

Telia's Exit Consolidates State Ownership in Kazakhstan Telecoms Sector

By Paolo Sorbello
Hit by scandals across Central Asia, Telia to sell its stake in Kcell, the largest mobile operator, to state-owned Kazakhtelecom.

Economic Recovery and Confronting Corruption in Kyrgyzstan

Economic Recovery and Confronting Corruption in Kyrgyzstan

By Catherine Putz
As Kyrgyzstan enters a “nascent economic recovery" it will be vitally important for Bishkek to listen to the people.

Telia Declares Deal to Sell Tajik Stake Invalid

Telia Declares Deal to Sell Tajik Stake Invalid

By Catherine Putz
Thanks to Tajik government inaction, Telia remains mired in Tajikistan.

Western Fingerprints on Uzbek Crime Racket

Western Fingerprints on Uzbek Crime Racket

By Kristian Lasslett
Tashkent wants nearly $1 billion in frozen assets back, but the state is complicit in the original corruption.
Plane Crash in Kyrgyzstan May Have Uncovered a Smuggling Scheme

Plane Crash in Kyrgyzstan May Have Uncovered a Smuggling Scheme

By Catherine Putz
The January 16 crash at Manas may have blown back the cover of a smuggling operation.

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