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European reaction to repression in Tajikistan has no effect

In recent months, Tajik activists and members of the opposition have appealed to the international community to take action to protect human rights in the country. They feel that Europe… [...]

Changing City

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Buddhist Stupa

The impressive 3-floor ruins of an ancient Buddhist Stupa belonging the ancient city of Karakhoja or Qocho near the modern town of Turpan in… [...]

Reaching Heaven

The complements of the sandy desert of Uzbekistan and the blue sky reflected in the colors of the Registan’s walls and mosaics. Credit: Ashley and Quentin (France) Find… [...]

Wedged In

The southern road around Issyk-Kul to Karakol, wedged between the lake and the Tian Shan range. Credit: Alex Wordley Find all of our photos of… [...]

Building in Front of Mountains

In Issyk kul region, construction workers and bricklayers still working under winter temperatures. Credit: Inka Rommel (Germany) Find all of our photos of… [...]

Snow in the president’s Park

Team Spirit

Team photo of students at Yangirabod School in Uzbekistan. Credit: Ashley and Quentin (France) Find all of our photos… [...]

A rider and his dogs

China in Central Asia: Fact-checking and myth-busting

Since the official launch of the Belt and Road Initiative in 2013, much has been said and speculated about China’s growing presence on the global stage – some offering nuanced… [...]

In Central Asia, China is taking advantage of Russia’s isolation at war

DECODING: President Xi Jinping made an official visit to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan during the last SCO summit, his first trip since the pandemic. It’s a strategic destination for Pekin, which… [...]