July 2002
Contrary to Previous Reports, Leader of the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan is Still Alive
The leader of the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan, Jumma Namanganli, is confirmed to be alive and planning attacks in Central Asia, contrary to earlier reports…
Establishment of a Free Trade Zone and Joint Cooperation in Central Asia - 2002-07-21
Leaders from Georgia, Ukraine, Azerbaijan, and Moldova have signed an agreement to establish a free trade zone aimed at combating organized crime and terrorism. This…
Paul O'Neill's Meeting with President Islam Karimov of Uzbekistan - 2002-07-17
U.S. Treasury Secretary Paul O'Neill met with Uzbek President Islam Karimov to discuss economic reforms in Uzbekistan, including currency liberalization. The meeting highlights U.S. support…
American Investigators Arrive in Uzbekistan
American investigators arrived in Uzbekistan to investigate civilian casualties from a recent airstrike in Afghanistan. The U.S. military acknowledges civilian deaths but disputes the casualty…
Concerns Over Ukraine's Violation of UN Sanctions
U.S. Treasury Secretary Paul O'Neill visited Ukraine to promote economic reforms and expressed concerns over allegations of Ukraine's involvement in arms smuggling to Iraq and…
Turkmenistan Issues Exit Visas for Travelers to Iran and Uzbekistan - 2002-07-06
Turkmenistan has announced that travelers to Iran and Uzbekistan will now require exit visas as part of efforts to combat drug trafficking and smuggling. President…