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Taking on Turkmenistan is a report written about Turkmenistan, a country often

overlooked for its isolated nature. The reason for writing the article is to showcase the religious

repressions imposed during the tenure of President Saparmurat Niyazov and why the country

was labeled a Country of Particular Concern (CPC). The situation was the worst in the world as

the report highlights that no independent activity was allowed. Niyazov’s quasi-religious

personality dominated Turkmenistan public life to the point of forcing the citizens to follow the

dictums expressed in Ruhnama, a self-formulated religious book equated to the Koran

(Cusimano, 2011). By controlling how Turkmenistan worshipped, president Niyazov had power

over the majority of the civic society allowing him to introduce more barbaric regulations. He

even shifted from religious activities to controlling healthcare, curriculum, and the weather. All

his efforts were geared towards building a bulwark against any foreign influence or interference.

Apart from the repressive nature of the country, the report was also highlighted to show

the role of the international community in dictatorial governments. The US was one of the lead

countries fighting for Turkmens’ human rights. Under international law, countries labeled as

CPC were subject to a variety of sanctions. Still, it was impossible to attack Niyazov using this

method because Turkmenistan was not so dependent on foreign aid. Thus, the US tried

diplomatic approaches using Tracey Jacobson to try to force reforms. The procedure was also

futile, and Niyazov was adamant. It was not until the international bodies came together that

changes started. The US sought partners extensively to push for reforms in Turkmenistan. The

UN, EU, and other proponents of human rights held meetings and encouraged other IGOs and

countries to join in the matter (Cusimano, 2011). This resilience attracted the contribution of

local religious leaders whose efforts were unabated by the constant harassment. Conclusively,

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1 Reasons for Writing Taking on Turkmen Name University Course Date 2 Reasons for Writing Taking on Turkmen Taking on Turkmenistan is a report written about Turkmenistan, a country often overlooked for its isolated nature. The reason for writing the article is to showcase the religious repressions imposed during the tenure of President Saparmurat Niyazov and why the country was labeled a Country of Particular Concern (CPC). The situation was the worst in the world as the report highlights that no independent activity was allowed. Niyazov’s quasi-religious personality dominated Turkmenistan public life to the point of forcing the citizens to follow the dictums expressed in Ruhnama, a self-formulated religious book equated to the Koran (Cusimano, 2011). By controlling how Turkmenistan worshipped, president Niyazov had power over the majority of the civic society allowing him to introduce more barbaric regulations. He even shifted from religious activities to controlling healthcare, curriculum, and the weather. All his efforts were geared towards building a bulwark against any foreign influence or interference. Apart from the repressive nature of the country, the report was also ...
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