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RFE/RL Is the Canary in the Coal Mine for Kyrgyzstan
March 01, 2023

RFE/RL Is the Canary in the Coal Mine for Kyrgyzstan

By Jamie Fly
Recent actions by the Kyrgyz government are placing the country’s vibrant media – and, by extension, its democracy – at risk.

What’s Behind Kyrgyzstan’s War on Radio Azattyk?
January 28, 2023

What’s Behind Kyrgyzstan’s War on Radio Azattyk?

By Catherine Putz
A demand from the Kyrgyz government for RFE/RL's Kyrgyz language service to remove a video has escalated into a legal battle that could end Azattyk's operations in the country altogether.
Kyrgyz Ministry Blocks RFE/RL Website Over Kyrgyz-Tajik Border Report
October 28, 2022

Kyrgyz Ministry Blocks RFE/RL Website Over Kyrgyz-Tajik Border Report

By Catherine Putz
Last year, Kyrgyzstan passed a “fake news” law. This year, it’s been used to suspend access to at least two media outlets.

Undaunted, Joint Investigation Rolls Out Records Backing Corruption Reporting
June 30, 2020

Undaunted, Joint Investigation Rolls Out Records Backing Corruption Reporting

By Catherine Putz
RFE/RL, OCCRP and Kloop have published two new reports as well as a database filled with documents provided by murdered former money launderer Aierken Saimaiti.

Accreditation Battle Continues Between RFE/RL and Tajikistan
January 24, 2020

Accreditation Battle Continues Between RFE/RL and Tajikistan

By Catherine Putz
Four more employees - one a driver - of RFE/RL's Tajik Service have been given six-month accreditations. The press freedom battle goes on.

Tajikistan Approves Credentials for RFE/RL Journalists Just Ahead of November 1 Deadline
November 01, 2019

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.

November 1 Deadline Looms for RFE/RL’s Tajik Service
October 25, 2019

November 1 Deadline Looms for RFE/RL’s Tajik Service

By Colleen Wood
Nine RFE/RL journalists in Tajikistan will lose accreditation on November 1; it appears authorities have given the broadcaster the silent treatment. 
Radicalization in Central Asia: 'Not In Our Name'
October 26, 2018

Radicalization in Central Asia: 'Not In Our Name'

By Colleen Wood
A new documentary project filmed in Central Asia seeks both to document and counter violent extremism in the region.

Pakistan's Ongoing Media Crackdown Takes Aim at RFE/RL
January 27, 2018

Pakistan's Ongoing Media Crackdown Takes Aim at RFE/RL

By Catherine Putz
Pakistani intelligence says RFE/RL's Pashto-language Radio Mashaal aired programs "against the interests of Pakistan."

Lawyer Says Suits Against Media Organizations in Kyrgyzstan Suspended
May 09, 2017

Lawyer Says Suits Against Media Organizations in Kyrgyzstan Suspended

By Catherine Putz
A lawyer has asked the Constitutional Chamber to examine the constitutionality of recent libel cases against media.

Kyrgyz President Wants to Talk to Trump About RFE/RL
March 28, 2017

Kyrgyz President Wants to Talk to Trump About RFE/RL

By Casey Michel
No visit is planned as of yet, but Atambayev knows what he’d like to discuss.
Can Kazakhstan Look to Uzbekistan for Economic Dynamism?
February 18, 2017

Can Kazakhstan Look to Uzbekistan for Economic Dynamism?

By Catherine Putz
Central Asia’s borders and Stalin; radio in the region and more; recommended links.

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