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
Severe dust storm engulfs Uzbekistan Drought and construction have contributed to the worst dust storm in Uzbekistan’s recorded history. Nov 5, 2021
Uzbekistan: Will transparency trump cronyism as Tashkent woos investors? If Uzbekistan wishes to attract big-ticket investors, a recent telecoms deal is sending the wrong message. Nov 5, 2021
Perspectives | Islamic State using China to vilify Taliban Since the Taliban took Kabul, Islamic State sympathizers across South Asia have increased attacks on the movement over its ties to China. Lucas Webber Nov 4, 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: Isolated exclave excited about new air link The government promised to act after locals protested their isolation in 2020. Nov 2, 2021
Tajik labor migration to Russia hits historic high, officially More than a fifth of Tajikistan’s total population has entered Russia so far this year. Kamila Ibragimova Nov 2, 2021
Turkmenistan: Situation normal all trucked up Arbitrary collective punishment, breadlines before dawn, and a resurgence of diplomacy. This and more in our weekly Turkmenistan briefing. Akhal-Teke: A Turkmenistan Bulletin Nov 2, 2021
Afghan students make daring escape to Kyrgyzstan Over 180 Afghan students who became trapped when the Taliban took power have finally resumed their studies in Bishkek. Bermet Talant Nov 1, 2021
Russia urges Afghanistan’s neighbors not to welcome US forces Uzbekistan has been discussed as the most likely contender to accept some sort of U.S. military presence, even as Tashkent consistently denies the possibility. Oct 28, 2021
Event | Russia looks to Taliban to contain Islamic State in Afghanistan Moscow seems willing to tolerate Taliban rights abuses, if the movement can get the job done. Oct 28, 2021
China to build Tajik police base on Afghan border It will not be the first border facility China has built for Tajikistan. Kamila Ibragimova Oct 27, 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