Upgrade in Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan ties holds promise of trade bonanza
New parties, old rules in Kazakhstan’s parliament-to-be
Party registration remains difficult, especially for anyone critical of the government. Here’s a look at who’s who ahead of parliamentary elections next month.
As blockade drags on, Karabakh Armenians fear they’ll be squeezed out
Dependent on outside aid and braced for renewed clashes with Azerbaijan, there are fears Karabakh Armenians might soon be forced out of the breakaway region for good.
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In separate protests, workers across various fields have demanded better pay amid rising prices.
Uzbekistan: Ex-police officer convicted over Nukus events dies
Shamshetov succumbed to a sudden heart attack after spending months in jail.
Georgia faces U.S. and European pressure on Russia flights
As the Georgian government entertains the idea of allowing Russia to resume direct flights, Washington and Brussels have issued warnings about complying with international sanctions.
Kazakhstan: Swathes of land confiscated from Nazarbayev’s brother ahead of vote
De-Nazarbayevification is a useful electoral strategy, which may explain why the news was announced by Kazakhstan’s ruling party ahead of polls next month.
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Georgian authorities face backlash over Russian purchases
Tbilisi says the war will not derail plans to buy subway cars from Russia with European money.
Armenian banks record mega profits, but the economy doesn't feel it
The Armenian banking sector is booming thanks to the influx of Russian capital due to the war in Ukraine. But only a paltry amount is entering the Armenian economy.
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