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Tensions rise over peace treaty talks between Azerbaijan and Armenia
Reports of ceasefire violations along the border have intensified, further complicating the fragile peace process.
Former Georgian president Saakashvili gets a further 4.5 years in prison for illegal border crossing
Mikheil Saakashvili, president of Georgia from 2004-13, has been found guilty of illegally crossing the Georgian border in September 2021 and sentenced to four years and six months in jail by the Tbilisi City Court.
Azerbaijan expands crackdown on government critics at home and abroad
The Azerbaijani authorities have targeted political dissidents both inside the country and abroad, initiating criminal proceedings and issuing official summons for several prominent government critics.
Turn 'brain drain' into 'brain gain' by attracting home skilled migrants, World Bank urges Central Asia
Report also underlines value of remittances said to contribute 45% of Tajikistan’s GDP, 24% of Kyrgyzstan’s and 14% of Uzbekistan’s.
Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan sign long-sought deal on border known for armed clashes
Soviet-era demarcation of frontier has plagued relations during three decades of two republics' independence.
Afghan opium prices skyrocket amid ban, fuelling organised crime
Poppy production is again on the rise in Afghanistan as spring approaches and prices for opium increase.
Georgian ex-president Saakashvili given nine years in prison for embezzlement
An extra three years are expected to be tacked onto Mikheil Saakashvili’s original six-year sentence, meaning he will now not be eligible for release until late 2030.
Uzbekistan launches drive to develop minerals & mining sector
An invitation for the United States to invest.
Loss of US assistance hampering Tajikistan’s efforts to contain HIV – UN agency
A public health disaster in making.
Former Karabakh leader’s trial in Baku puts Armenian government under pressure
Ruben Vardanyan’s ongoing trial has sparked protests and deepened anti-government sentiment in Armenia, where PM Nikol Pashinyan has been slammed for his lack of action.
Georgian prime minister doubles down on commitment to develop Middle Corridor during visit to Central Asia
Irakli Kobakhidze's visits to Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan were aimed at strengthening bilateral ties, with a particular focus on connectivity.
Question: Where in the world may you soon be advised to not take a “selfie”?
Country’s language czars also frown on people getting a “cashback” or saying the Russian word “svetofor” for traffic light.
Council of Europe reports dramatic decline in press freedoms in Georgia
Georgia’s decline was characterised by “escalating violence against journalists, restrictive legislation and political interference” says 2024 press freedom report.