Once Closed and Repressive, Uzbekistan Is Opening Up An unexpected political thaw, called by some the Uzbek Spring, represents some of the first positive political news out of Central Asia in years. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Stumble Digg Email ThisBlogThis!Share to XShare to Facebook Related Posts:China, After Outcry, Reinstates Ban on Rhino and Tiger Parts in MedicineTaliban Slaughter Elite Afghan Troops, and a ‘Safe’ District Is FallingIn North Korea, Missile Bases Suggest a Great DeceptionMerkel Antagonist Quits Party Post but Stays On as Interior MinisterRockets Are Fired From Gaza Into Israel After Killing of Palestinian FightersStimulus Plan or Populist Giveaway? Italy’s Budget Sets Up Clash With E.U.