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Prosecutor in Kyrgyzstan Seeks 8 Year Sentence for Akyn Askat Zhetigen

Prosecutor in Kyrgyzstan Seeks 8 Year Sentence for Akyn Askat Zhetigen

By Catherine Putz
In the grand tradition of Kyrgyz akyns going back centuries, Zhetigen’s crime appears to be sharing his opinions with sharp words.

UN Working Group Calls for Release of Uzbek Blogger Sattoriy 

UN Working Group Calls for Release of Uzbek Blogger Sattoriy 

By Catherine Putz
The U.N. Working Group on Arbitrary Detention says Otabek Sattoriy’s 2021 detention is arbitrary under international law.
The Old Ways Are Still Alive in New Uzbekistan

The Old Ways Are Still Alive in New Uzbekistan

By Catherine Putz
In entering a new term by suggesting constitutional reform, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev is following in the path of his dictatorial predecessor.

India Introduces New Rules to Regulate Online Content

India Introduces New Rules to Regulate Online Content

By Associated Press
The new regulations would require social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter to swiftly erase content authorities deem unlawful.

Solomon Islands Aims to Ban Facebook

Solomon Islands Aims to Ban Facebook

By Joshua Mcdonald
The ban, agreed upon by the Cabinet, hasn’t come into effect yet but the plan has drawn sharp criticism. 

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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Uzbekistan: The Long Struggle for Freedom of Expression

Uzbekistan: The Long Struggle for Freedom of Expression

By Agnieszka Pikulicka-Wilczewska
Freedom of expression remains partial and fragile in Uzbekistan, but a limited recent opening may be impossible to reverse.

Tajikistan Approves Credentials for RFE/RL Journalists Just Ahead of November 1 Deadline

Tajikistan Approves Credentials for RFE/RL Journalists Just Ahead of November 1 Deadline

By Catherine Putz
A closer look at the significance of a recent development.
How Can Native Language Journalism in Kyrgyzstan Improve?

How Can Native Language Journalism in Kyrgyzstan Improve?

By Elmurat Ashiraliev
The challenges facing native language journalism in Kyrgyzstan can be addressed with concerted effort and some assistance.

The China-Europe Disconnect

The China-Europe Disconnect

By Nicholas Olczak
Misunderstandings threaten to derail stronger Sino-European relations.

Conservative Religious Bloggers Detained in Uzbekistan

Conservative Religious Bloggers Detained in Uzbekistan

By Catherine Putz
The arrests cast a pall on Uzbekistan's reform efforts and illustrate the boundaries of Tashkent's tolerance for debate.

In Afghanistan, Peace Must Come Without Compromising Hard-Earned Gains

In Afghanistan, Peace Must Come Without Compromising Hard-Earned Gains

By Said Sabir Ibrahimi
Progress on freedom of speech, political participation, and women’s rights in Afghanistan cannot be compromised.
Uzbekistan's Karimov Leaves Behind a Legacy of Repression, Slavery, and Kleptocracy

Uzbekistan's Karimov Leaves Behind a Legacy of Repression, Slavery, and Kleptocracy

By Casey Michel
Uzbekistan's founding president has plenty of atrocities to his name.

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