Turkmenistan
Friday 21.7.2017 Turkmenistan - Latest Developments -
Rights violations abound ahead of the Asiada Games
Within the context of the upcoming, high-profile sports games, the regime has increased its control over citizens and its curtailment of their basic rights Read more
Monday 15.5.2017 Turkmenistan - Latest Developments -
Despite international scrutiny and criticism, Turkmen authorities restrict civic freedoms
The human rights situation in Turkmenistan is of serious concern. In its March 2017 review of the country, the United Nations Human Rights Committee - a key international human rights body – adopted conclusions and recommendations echoing civil society's concerns over the ongoing violations of fundamental freedoms. Read more
Wednesday 29.3.2017 Turkmenistan - Latest Developments -
Human rights situation still appalling in post-election Turkmenistan
Following the Presidential elections in February, the authorities' all pervasive mechanisms used to stifle civic freedoms show no sign of relenting. Even in the face of international scrutiny, civic space in Turkmenistan remains firmly closed. Read more
Wednesday 8.2.2017 Turkmenistan - Latest Developments -
As Turkmenistan votes, authorities crush dissent with an iron fist
As Turkmenistan prepares for elections on 12th February, CIVICUS, the International Partnership for Human Rights (IPRH) and the Turkmen Initiative for Human Rights (TIHR) expose the reality facing citizens denied the enjoyment of fundamental freedoms and any say in how their country is run. Read more