Uzbekistan: People no longer in the dark about power shortages Until now, officials had been silent about ongoing power cuts, even calling them a thing of the past. Nov 10, 2021
Kyrgyzstan: President’s allies dominate parliamentary race The four parties friendliest to President Sadyr Japarov have spent more than all 17 other parties combined. Bermet Talant Nov 10, 2021
Uzbekistan undermines reformist credentials with ban on foreign journalist The day before, the president promised accountability for officials who interfere with media freedoms. Joanna Lillis Nov 8, 2021
Uzbek president pledges constitutional reform Under a new constitution, Shavkat Mirziyoyev could argue that he is eligible to run again in future elections. It's worked before. Joanna Lillis Nov 7, 2021
Uzbekistan: Outraged netizens win partial victory over social media blocks The president signed legislation that shuttered the sites. Then after an outcry, he saved the day. Joanna Lillis Nov 3, 2021
Uzbekistan: Mirziyoyev romps to victory, but with reduced vote share Tashkent sought to promote the election as more democratic than in the past, despite the absence of opposition. Oct 25, 2021
New Uzbekistan holds old-style election Some voters feel manipulated by being asked to play along in the choice-free election. Oct 21, 2021
Uzbekistan: Yes to political thaw, no to political opposition The president is popular. But he’s still not ready to allow a genuine opponent in elections this Sunday. Joanna Lillis Oct 18, 2021
Uzbekistan: Spot the invisible election campaign The incumbent dominates TV screens and frontpages, while his ostensible challengers are barely visible. Joanna Lillis Oct 12, 2021
Kyrgyzstan: Women’s wrestling team overcomes and inspires Aisuluu Tynybekova conquered poverty, prejudice and depression to win a nation’s respect. Aigerim Turgunbaeva Oct 11, 2021
Uzbek soccer player’s Italian adventures inspire dreams back home Eldor Shomurodov’s success making it into one of Europe’s most important national football leagues has generated a fresh flurry of ambition among young Uzbek players. Oct 6, 2021
Turkmenistan: Trading places In our weekly briefing: doing business with Afghanistan and Uzbekistan. Plus, it’s reprimand season. Akhal-Teke: A Turkmenistan Bulletin Oct 5, 2021
Kyrgyzstan, Centerra sit down as Kumtor problems pile up Five months since seizing control, Kyrgyzstan says it’s ready to talk. Chris Rickleton Oct 5, 2021
Kyrgyzstan turns off lights to prepare for crisis There will be no escaping discontent this winter. Ayzirek Imanaliyeva Oct 1, 2021
Russia: Migrant rights activist threatened with deportation to Uzbekistan Chupik is being held at Sheremetyevo airport pending expulsion. Sep 29, 2021