Tajikistan’s ruling family waits in wings as Tragic Air goes down in flames
Armenia: Where is Serzh Sargsyan?
The former president was enemy number one of Armenia’s “Velvet Revolution.” Since being ousted, Sargsyan has virtually disappeared, but he remains in the country and appears safe – for now – from the wave of prosecutions targeting former officials.
Kazakhstan: People vs. Police
The reputation of Kazakhstan’s police has suffered blow after self-inflicted blow. And few seem to believe the government is interested in reform.
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The governors have been appointed by the new government, but the ruling party blamed the practice on “bad inertia” from the previous regime.
Azerbaijan and Russia in escalating dispute over ban on Armenians
Conflicts over the informal ban flare up occasionally, but this one is unusual in that it is taking place against the backdrop of warming Baku-Moscow ties.
Peace? Not so fast, many Armenians and Azerbaijanis say
News about potential progress in peace negotiations was greeted largely negatively among Armenians and Azerbaijanis.
Chinese company helps Kazakhstan become tungsten leader
Xiamen Tungsten will spend $750 million on building facilities to process the rare metal.
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A trip through Armenia’s forgotten libraries
Across Armenia, libraries often operate without light, heat, functioning toilets or even modern books.
Turkmenistan: Foal play is suspected
Poetry takes precedence over security and food for the nation’s horse-addled leader.
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