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IWPR holds regular trainings for students and journalists from across Central Asia, with their materials published in Russian and national languages on the analytical platform CABAR.asia and in English for international readers on iwpr.net . Articles by IWPR reporters cover current events andsignificant trends that affect the lives of people in the whole Central Asian region.

In spring and autumn 2024, Kyrgyzstan registered the number of storks migrating to the country for the first time ever. They are mainly located in southern regions, and by results of studies, their number was 267 storks. (more…)

From February 2025, the new law “On the freedom of religion and religious associations” signed by President Sadyr Japarov at the end of January becomes effective in Kyrgyzstan. According to experts, the law contains restrictive measures, yet they believe that new regulations will help the state solve a number of issues. (more…)

The construction of mini-hydropower plants is presented as a way to obtain “clean” energy from renewable sources, which contributes to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and mitigates climate change. However, it is also associated with serious environmental and social risks that could exacerbate climate change-related problems, according to environmentalists in Uzbekistan.


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In Kyrgyzstan, a number of plant, fungi and animal species are endangered mainly due to human activities, while some species have become extinct. (more…)

22.01.25
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How can air quality in Uzbekistan be improved?

Air pollution in Uzbekistan, as in most other Central Asian countries, is becoming a serious environmental problem. Unless urgent action is taken to improve air quality, Uzbekistan may face even greater risks.


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For years, the people of this Tajik village have been collecting water from precipitation for all their needs. The authorities are aware of the problem, but cannot say when it will be resolved. (more…)

15.01.25
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Kazakhstan does not give up attempts to adopt a new law ‘on religion’. Another draft law is promised to be put up for discussion this January. However, the society is not sure about the necessity of adopting a new law.


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Providing solar panels to residents of the Bartang Valley in the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region is one of the most effective ways to solve energy problems and improve people’s lives in harsh mountain conditions.


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26.12.24
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Considering that society lives in an era of global challenges, it is important to optimise the training of religious leaders in accordance with current requirements, says Ershat Ongar, Vice-Rector of the Nur-Mubarak University of Islamic Culture.


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To effectively conserve Uzbekistan’s biodiversity, it is necessary to change attitudes toward nature, recognise its value, and implement strategies that enable humans and wildlife to coexist harmoniously.


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