Central Asian governments have never respected press freedom. But in today's new era of media, in which YouTube channels, blogs, and social networks are among the most popular means of obtaining information, Central Asia's authorities have been playing catch-up. But they are, indeed, catching up, crafting new laws and rules on what people in the region can post.

Central Asian governments have never respected press freedom. But in today's new era of media, in which YouTube channels, blogs, and social networks are among the most popular means of obtaining information, Central Asia's authorities have been playing catch-up. But they are, indeed, catching up, crafting new laws and rules on what people in the region can post.

Central Asian governments have never respected press&nbsp;freedom. But in today's new era of media, in which&nbsp;YouTube channels, blogs, and social networks are among the most popular means of obtaining information, Central Asia's&nbsp;authorities have been playing catch-up. But they are, indeed, catching up, crafting new laws and rules on what people in the region can post.

Central Asia's Authorities Get Wise To New Media

In this biweekly podcast, host Bruce Pannier welcomes expert guests to discuss significant political developments and pressing social issues affecting the nations of Central Asia.

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