POLITICAL RISK - More Departures

Another two regional governors have been dismissed for "serious shortcomings" in their work, including missing cotton output targets. Unverified reports also suggest the former government employees could be charged for abusing their positions in office. Reshuffling is commonplace in President Saparmurat Niyazov's regime, with few in the administration holding five or more years of experience. The quality of governance is clearly a victim to this 'revolving door' approach, with government members also likely to pursue personal agendas during their short time in

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