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Tajikistan’s Winter Electricity Rationing Starts Early

Tajikistan’s Winter Electricity Rationing Starts Early

By Catherine Putz
Typically, rationing in rural areas begins in late October, but this year the state power company announced the start of restrictions on electricity in late September.

Explaining South Korea’s Railway Ambitions in Central Asia

Explaining South Korea’s Railway Ambitions in Central Asia

By Sophia Nina Burna-Asefi
South Korea and Tajikistan signed an agreement recently to start a feasibility study for a rail route that would connect Tajikistan via Afghanistan to routes both east and west.
Central Asians in the Crosshairs of Russia’s Ever-Evolving Migration Regime

Central Asians in the Crosshairs of Russia’s Ever-Evolving Migration Regime

By Catherine Putz
New bills speeding up the deportation process and insisting on military registration for new citizens are predicted to spark a “migration crisis” that will largely impact Central Asia.

Central Asian Presidents to be ‘Guests of Honor’ for Russian Victory Day Parade

Central Asian Presidents to be ‘Guests of Honor’ for Russian Victory Day Parade

By Catherine Putz
For the second year in a row, Central Asia’s leaders are making the trek to Moscow to mark a holiday of fleeting relevance in the region.

Before and After the Crocus City Hall Attack: Tajik Migrants in Russia

Before and After the Crocus City Hall Attack: Tajik Migrants in Russia

By Catherine Putz
An interview with Malika Bahovadinova on the complexities of the Tajik migration experience in Russia.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

What Repercussions Are Tajiks Facing After the Moscow Terror Attack?

What Repercussions Are Tajiks Facing After the Moscow Terror Attack?

By Alex Little
While Tajiks in Russia have and will likely continue to face mistreatment and repression, this is not their first time weathering such a storm. 

Turkey Ends Visa-Free Access for Tajik Citizens

Turkey Ends Visa-Free Access for Tajik Citizens

By Catherine Putz
In the aftermath of the Crocus City Hall attack, Tajiks find their world shrinking further.
2 Tajik Opposition Activists Go Missing in Turkey

2 Tajik Opposition Activists Go Missing in Turkey

By Catherine Putz
In less than a month, two prominent Group 24 activists have disappeared in Turkey, raising concerns that they have been or will be sent back to Tajikistan. 

Tajikistan’s Epidemic of Domestic Violence Against Women

Tajikistan’s Epidemic of Domestic Violence Against Women

By Mia Tarp Nurmagambetova
At the highest level, the problem lies unaddressed: powerful representatives of state bodies have failed to strongly and publicly condemn domestic violence.

Blackouts in Tajikistan Highlight Energy Woes

Blackouts in Tajikistan Highlight Energy Woes

By Catherine Putz
Tajikistan confronts many of the same issues as neighboring Kyrgyzstan, where water levels at critical reservoirs are approaching dangerous lows.

Beaten, Threatened and ‘Outed’: The Ordeals of LGBTQ+ People in Tajikistan

Beaten, Threatened and ‘Outed’: The Ordeals of LGBTQ+ People in Tajikistan

By Alva Omarova
The Tajik authorities portray themselves as protectors of morality, and adopt harsh measures to prevent LGBTQ+ people from living their lives.
Unveiling the Motivations: Tajik ISKP’s Calculated Strikes on Iran

Unveiling the Motivations: Tajik ISKP’s Calculated Strikes on Iran

By Uran Botobekov
The Gaza war has opened an unprecedented chapter in the bitter Shia-Sunni sectarian struggle. 

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