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Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyzstan is a former Soviet republic located in Central Asia. It gained independence in 1991.
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Kyrgyzstan: Life in Russia's shadow
Kyrgyzstan: Life in Russia's shadow
Kyrgyzstan is one of the poorest former Soviet republics: unemployment is high and poverty rife.
Protecting walnuts and pasture in Kyrgyzstan
Protecting walnuts and pasture in Kyrgyzstan
How smartphone tech is helping shepherds make the most of grazing lands, and in turn protect a unique walnut forest.
Mercury mining makes a comeback in Kyrgyzstan
Mercury mining makes a comeback in Kyrgyzstan
Mercury poses serious health risks. Yet despite pressure to ban its trade, Kyrgyzstan is ramping up production.
A cultural preference for sons in Kyrgyzstan
A cultural preference for sons in Kyrgyzstan
The high number of gender-selective abortions in Kyrgyzstan reflects societal pressure to bear sons.
Football in Central Asia showing progress
Football in Central Asia showing progress
With Tajikistan pushing Uzbekistan to become the region's leading power, the future is looking bright.
Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan agree to withdraw troops
Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan agree to withdraw troops
Both sides have agreed to pull their forces back just days after fighting killed dozens of people.
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