Asia Times Online
Monday, May 11, 2015 - 07:52
While it is true that a strong Afghan military can be an effective guard against the Taliban, it is not necessary that it should be developed at the expense of “democracy.” Afghanistan’s democracy, the seeds of which were unfortunately and actually sown under the shadows of B-52 bombers, is plagued with many problems of high magnitude.
Friday, December 20, 2013 - 08:57
Domestic politics insiders in the Kyrgyz capital, Bishkek, believe Atambayev was referring to complications with Uzbekistan in the Ferghana Valley.
Tuesday, October 15, 2013 - 10:12
Now that Bobonazorova has been disqualified, Tajik observers believe that the upcoming elections will be anything but free and competitive.