Kazakhstan: Trailblazers fight to teach shoppers the novelty of the old The Kazakh capital’s first thrift store offers affordable clothing while battling a mentality set on fast fashion. Aliya Uteuova Jan 24, 2019
Kazakhstan MP suggests changing country’s name Peruashev thinks opting for Kazakh Republic would be an act of historical justice. Almaz Kumenov Jan 24, 2019
Kazakhstan: President’s grandson complains about red tape in bizarre Facebook tirade Aisultan Nazarbayev has previously come to public attention for some odd outbursts. Jan 24, 2019
Tajikistan: National air carrier becomes presidential family plaything Tajik Air's demise comes to the benefit of a privately owned airline, Somon Air. Jan 23, 2019
Kyrgyzstan: Soccer heroes’ narrow defeat leaves fans proud and bitter The White Falcons were scuppered by some highly dubious refereeing. Jan 22, 2019
Kazakhstan: Bank chided by president goes into liquidation Nazarbayev precipitated a run on the bank by criticizing its management. Jan 22, 2019
Chinese company helps Kazakhstan become tungsten leader Xiamen Tungsten will spend $750 million on building facilities to process the rare metal. Almaz Kumenov Jan 18, 2019
Kazakhstan: Killers of Olympic skater get 18 years in prison The murder of Denis Ten sparked angry demands for reform to the law enforcement system. Almaz Kumenov Jan 17, 2019
Tajikistan’s ruling family waits in wings as Tragic Air goes down in flames While it was no secret that Tajik Air was struggling, the latest crisis came as an unexpected New Year surprise for fliers. Jan 17, 2019
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. Chris Rickleton Jan 16, 2019
Turkmenistan: Foal play is suspected Poetry takes precedence over security and food for the nation’s horse-addled leader. Akhal-Teke: A Turkmenistan Bulletin Jan 15, 2019
Book review | Dispelling the myths and caricatures that haunt Kazakhstan Our reviewer welcomes Joanna Lillis’s Dark Shadows as the first serious book about modern Kazakhstan for a general reader. Alexander Morrison Jan 15, 2019
Kyrgyzstan authorities betray nerves over anti-China rumblings Earlier this months, hundreds gathered in Bishkek to protest developments in Xinjiang. Jan 10, 2019
Lines, price rises and expensive booze – the cost of happiness in Turkmenistan People in Turkmenistan are coming to terms with the new reality of utility bills and continue to cope with the ever-present strain of price rises and shortages. Jan 10, 2019
Kazakhstan: Terror suspects found among Syria evacuees 47 people were returned home following an operation by the security services and the army. Almaz Kumenov Jan 10, 2019
Kyrgyzstan: Power plant show trial ready to proceed Former PM Isakov faces up to 20 years in prison. Jan 9, 2019
Turkmenistan: Can’t stop the (sinking) feeling The president has made a major concession to reality by acknowledging he is aging. As for the rest, business as usual. Akhal-Teke: A Turkmenistan Bulletin Jan 8, 2019
Tajikistan’s tiny Orthodox community celebrates Christmas The congregation held a midnight service, with troops from the Russian base standing guard. Photos by Nozim Kalandarov Jan 8, 2019
Kazakhstan: Bar brawl murder sparks inter-ethnic tensions Police detained ethnic Armenians on suspicion of involvement in the New Year's Eve brawl. Almaz Kumenov Jan 7, 2019
Kyrgyzstan Instagram star comes of age and flies the nest The Internet’s vast potential for self-expression seems more relevant in Central Asia than ever before. Chris Rickleton Jan 7, 2019
Previewing 2019: A view from our regions Turning to the year ahead, we outline the big trends in the Caucasus and Central Asia. Joshua Kucera, Peter Leonard Jan 4, 2019
Tajikistan: New arrest threatens stability in the Pamirs Demonstrators outside a police station in Khorog reportedly set fire to tires in a show of protest. Jan 4, 2019
Kazakhstan: Latest Nazarbayev biopic leads a path to sleep The movie is a forgettable addition to the presidential cult of personality. Chris Rickleton Jan 4, 2019
Turkmenistan: MTS packing up and leaving, further dampening investor climate The Russian telecom company believes its troubles in Turkmenistan may have cost it around $750 million. Jan 3, 2019
