Do Georgians work too much, or too little? A recent bill that would have added another public holiday to the calendar sparked a debate on how workers in the country are treated. Nini Gabritchidze May 27, 2022
Even with prosecutions, victims in Azerbaijani torture case remain dissatisfied The authorities have promised justice for victims in the “Tartar case” and followed up with arrests and annulled verdicts. But the victims’ families say it’s not enough. Heydar Isayev May 26, 2022
Azerbaijan says European “underinvestment” in fossil fuels hindering efforts to replace Russian gas Europe is looking to sources like Azerbaijan to step in, but the country’s economy minister says it needs more international investment. David O'Byrne May 26, 2022
Uzbekistan: China comes bearing gifts Will a railway connecting the two countries via Kyrgyzstan ever happen? Joanna Lillis May 25, 2022
Kazakhstan: Officials upbeat on irrigation water supply, farmers less sure Kyrgyz experts and politicians are unsure their country is in a strong position to be of use. Almaz Kumenov May 25, 2022
Where is Uzbekistan’s constitutional reform heading? Proposals are light on substance and mostly echo the president. May 24, 2022
New South Ossetian leader takes office While the new de facto president praised ties with Russia, he did not mention the referendum that his predecessor called on his way out of office. Joshua Kucera May 24, 2022
Kazakhstan: COVID baby boom shows little sign of abating Authorities have failed to cater for this growing army of children by building enough schools, however. May 24, 2022
Uzbekistan resumes gas exports to China Tashkent is reducing subsidies and phasing out exports to meet rising domestic demand. Joanna Lillis May 23, 2022
Kyrgyzstan: Man sought for serving with Ukrainian army highlights Bishkek’s awkward position on war Taking part in foreign conflicts can be punished by up to eight years in prison. Nurbek Bekmurzaev May 22, 2022