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Turkmenistan President Gurbanguli Berdymukhamedov’s token nod to democracy, in the form of allowing a new political party, most likely is aimed at improving his country’s image abroad, eyeing a boost to foreign investment and trade. But critics say the new political group is unlikely to offer real opposition. (Associated Press)

Turkmenistan’s new party same as old party, foes say

By Jennifer Collins and Naz Nazar - Special to The Washington Times

** FILE ** Following the lead of his predecessor, Turkmenistan's new president, Gurbanguly Berdymukhamedov, made sure in 2007 that his countrymen knew who he was, with portraits springing up everywhere, such as this one next to a fountain in the capital, Ashgabat. (Joshua Kucera/The Washington Times)

Analysts: A new party doesn’t ensure democracy in Turkmenistan

By Jennifer Collins and Naz Nazar - Special to The Washington Times