Swathes of Tajikistan crippled by unexplained power outage Increasingly cold weather in recent days has led to a spike in demand for power as many turned to their electrical heaters. Mar 1, 2024
Armenia: Outcry prompts government to backtrack on taxation plan Labor migrants complain about unfair double taxation. Ani Avetisyan Feb 28, 2024
Tajikistan takes swipe at women’s “immoral” Western clothing Some wants fines or even jail time for pop stars failing to behave in a sufficiently conservative manner. Feb 28, 2024
Tajikistan, Uzbekistan install water-monitoring stations on border The monitoring posts will provide automated and real-time digital data on the volumes of water passing through them. Feb 26, 2024
Uzbekistan: Female empowerment forum under fire for “mansplaining” talk Alexei Sitnikov's repertoire includes giving tips to women on how to make themselves more attractive to men. Feb 26, 2024
Perspectives: Pain inflicted by Stalin’s forced deportations during World War II has not healed Could Stalinist legacy create complications for Putin? Marat Ilyasov, Botakoz Kassymbekova Feb 23, 2024
Rights watchdog group details how Russia stifles dissent on Ukraine war Legitimate criticism equals terrorism. Feb 20, 2024
Navalny death provokes shock but also indifference in Central Asia The Russian activist was admired by anti-corruption campaigners, but he also ruffled feathers with his brushes with xenophobia. Almaz Kumenov, Ayzirek Imanaliyeva, EurasiaNet Feb 16, 2024
Kazakhstan prioritizing water management measures in 2024 An update on environmental developments in Central Asia. China-Central Asia Monitor Feb 8, 2024
Russian “foreign agents” hold congress in Berlin, strive to politically organize They issue a declaration calling for regime change, but thin on details. Vitaly Bovar Feb 6, 2024
Tajikistan: Social norms complicate battle against domestic violence One in two Tajik women are believed to have been victims to domestic violence. Feb 5, 2024
Tajikistan, Uzbekistan excite football fans with Asia Cup run There is a scenario – admittedly highly remote – in which the two nations meet in the final. Feb 1, 2024
Tajikistan's president urges public to stockpile food for two years (again) Rahmon has not explained, however, where people can get so much food or how they should store it. Jan 29, 2024
Watchdog group pushes for fresh impact study on Tajikistan megaproject Existing study for Roghun Dam’s impact is outdated. Jan 24, 2024