News about political, economic, environmental and social developments in Kyrgyzstan and the countries of Central Asia and the Caucasus, as well as Afghanistan, Russia, the Middle East and Southwest Asia.

Kyrgyzstan Introduction Geography People Government Economy Communications Transportation Military Transnational Issues Print This Frame Kyrgyzstan Introduction Top of Page Background: A Central Asian country of incredible natural beauty and proud nomadic traditions, Kyrgyzstan was annexed by Russia in 1864; it achieved independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. Current concerns include: ...

KYRGYZSTAN - A Country Study Search Kyrgyzstan Include word variants Use only words as entered. Please note: The current Country Study was previously in a multi-country volume. Chapter numbers reflect those used in the printed book. KYRGYZSTAN Foreword Acknowledgments Preface Introduction Chapter 2. Kyrgyzstan Country Profile Country Geography Society Economy Transportation and ...