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Amonatbonk (Tajikistan’s savings bank) has warned Tajik citizens about scams involving bank cards. The warning was posted on social media, and the bank also sent SMS alerts to its clients. The bank published the phone numbers used for fraudulent calls and urged customers to exercise caution and avoid disclosing personal or card information to outsiders. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan trails behind in the pace of introducing new warehouses amid the rapid growth of this market in Central Asia, says a study by NF Group. Currently. Tajikistan reportedly has only about 10,000 square meters of warehouse space, primarily used for storing food products and customs goods. asiaplustj.info »
On Wednesday November 13, Tajikistan’s Minister of Energy and Water Resources, Daler Juma, participated in the High-Level Dialogue titled "Advancing the Mountain Agenda, Common Trends, and Climate Change" in Azerbaijan’s capital, Baku, reads the press center of the Ministry of Energy and Water Resources of Tajikistan (MoEWR). asiaplustj.info »
The Kyrgyz Cabinet of Ministers has banned the advertising of services by fortune-tellers, clairvoyants, and healers within the country, Fergana News reported , citing Kyrgyzstan’s news agency 24.kg . asiaplustj.info »
More frequent and severe droughts, floods, landslides, heat, and air pollution are just some of the impacts Tajikistan faces from climate change. These disasters underscore the need for urgent action to protect the country's people and economy from climate shocks. asiaplustj.info »
The Extraordinary Joint Arab-Islamic Summit took place in Riyadh on November 11. Media reports say the summit participants have discussed the rapidly deteriorating situation in Gaza and spoken with one voice for the rights of the Palestinian people and reaffirm their collective call for regional peace. asiaplustj.info »
The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Tajikistan (CCI) and Germany’s Association of Small and Medium-Sized Businesses (BVMW) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on cooperation, according to the CCI press service . asiaplustj.info »
As of November 1 this year, passengers on flights over 3.5 hours in duration can expect hot meals onboard. Tajikistan’s Civil Aviation Agency announced that this decision aims to improve the level and quality of in-flight passenger service, ensuring hot meals are provided on flights to Tajikistan operated by both foreign and local airlines on long-haul and regional routes. asiaplustj.info »
Member countries of the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Program have endorsed a new Climate Change Action Plan (CCAP) and launched the CAREC Climate and Sustainability Project Preparatory Fund (CSPPF) to strengthen regional collaboration on climate resilience, low-carbon growth, and sustainable development, says press release issued by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) asiaplustj.info »
As part of his working trip to Khatlon province, President Emomali Rahmon on November 8 inaugurated several important facilities in Khatlon’s capital, Bokhtar, which will play a key role in regional development and improving the living conditions of the population, the presidential press service reports, the Tajik president’s official website says. asiaplustj.info »
During his working visit to the Khatlon province, the President of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, yesterday inaugurated a number of economic facilities in the Yovon district, according to the Tajik president’s official website. asiaplustj.info »
The customs authorities of Tajikistan and Russia have signed an agreement to implement a simplified procedure for customs operations when moving goods and vehicles between the two countries, known as the "Simplified Customs Corridor. asiaplustj.info »
Donald Trump has won the presidency and this will make the 45th president the 47th, too. US media reports say Trump’s to power was fueled by widespread dissatisfaction with Washington and the state of the country, including with the rising cost of living, and by a campaign that demonized migrants and the U.S. justice system while rallying the working class and men. asiaplustj.info »
The newly established Agency for Innovation and Digital Technologies under the Government of Tajikistan is reportedly tasked with developing and implementing national policies in the field of innovation and digitalization, with special emphasis on rolling out e-services as part of e-government. asiaplustj.info »
On October 29–30, Dushanbe hosted the first International Mining and Metallurgy Investment Forum, organized by the Ministry of Industry and New Technologies of Tajikistan (MoINT) in collaboration with partners in the mining industry. asiaplustj.info »
UNICEF Tajikistan and T-Cell on October 28 signed their first Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking a groundbreaking partnership to enhance parental support and promote youth employment opportunities across Tajikistan. asiaplustj.info »
Experts say degradation of lands occurs in Kyrgyzstan due to growing livestock numbers, uncontrolled cattle grazing and climate change. Some plots, specialists say, are exposed to degradation in 70%-80%. asiaplustj.info »
Starting December 1, Moscow airports and the Mashatkov automotive border crossing point in Russia’s Orenburg Region will implement a pilot program requiring photo and fingerprint identification for foreign nationals entering the country. asiaplustj.info »
According to data from the Agency for Statistics under the President of Tajikistan, the majority of agricultural products in Tajikistan rose in price last month. In September, prices reportedly increased for meat and dairy products, eggs, herbs, onions, and tomatoes. asiaplustj.info »
With electricity rationing, residents of Tajikistan’s regions heat their homes using coal, firewood, or dung (dried, pressed manure). As the cold season begins, demand for these fuels increases. Here’s a look at the current prices for coal and firewood and the projected winter fuel costs for a family of five. How much does coal cost? asiaplustj.info »
Dushanbe is hosting its first-ever international investment forum and exhibition in the mining and metallurgy sector today. The event includes ministers from Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Azerbaijan, Russia, and other countries. asiaplustj.info »
The Ministry of Education and Youth Policy of the Vladimir Oblast in Russia has prohibited wearing attire and accessories that signify religious affiliation (including hijabs, niqabs, etc. ) in public schools . asiaplustj.info »
As part of his working visit to Roudaki district, President Emomali Rahmon on October 26 attended official opening ceremonies o fa number of social and economic facilities in the area. The Tajik president’s official website says that first, he inaugurated the Shohasar confectionery plant, which covers 2.42 hectares. asiaplustj.info »
The National Bank of Tajikistan (NBT) has granted a license for banking operations in national and foreign currencies to Closed Joint-Stock Company (CJSC) Investment and Credit Bank, Tajikistan (ICB). asiaplustj.info »
The first Resource Center of a new format in Tajikistan, "Russia with You," opened at the State Institution "Children and Youth Center of Dushanbe" on October 23. asiaplustj.info »
A resident of a hostel in the village of Novozavidovsky (Tver oblast), where migrants live, set the building on fire and was detained by the police, RBC reports , citing the regional Department of Internal Affairs. asiaplustj.info »
Uzbekistan's solar and wind power plants have generated 4 billion kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity since the beginning of this year, Kun. uz news agency reports , citing a report released by Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Energy on October 20. asiaplustj.info »
During his working visit to the city of Tursunzoda, President Emomali Rahmon inaugurated a number of social and economic facilities there today, according to Tajik president’s official website. At first, he attended an official opening ceremony of new building of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS)’s office in the city. asiaplustj.info »
Radio Liberty’s Tajik Service reports that there are many hospitals in Tajikistan offering cataract surgery but Tajiks, especially residents of the northern province of Sughd, prefer to go to neighboring Uzbekistan for surgery to remove a cataract that causes vision problems. asiaplustj.info »
Vyacheslav Volodin, the Speaker of the State Duma (Russia’s lower chamber of parliament), has called for doctors and teachers to be removed from the list of professions that allow foreign citizens to obtain a residence permit (residency) in Russia through a simplified process. asiaplustj.info »
The Presidium of the National Academy of Sciences of Tajikistan (NAST), in collaboration with the Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Safety and Security Agency (CBRN SSA) of the NAST, hosted a high-level international event on October 15, 2024. asiaplustj.info »
The frequency and intensity of dust and sandstorms in Tajikistan have multiplied, but economic assessments of their impact remain limited, and in some cases, entirely absent. According to the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), around 2 billion tons of sand and dust are released into the atmosphere every year, which is equivalent to the weight of 350 Great Pyramids of Giza. asiaplustj.info »
His Excellency Emomali Rahmon, Founder of Peace and National Unity, Leader of the Nation, President of the Republic of Tajikistan, on October 12 received a detailed report on the progress of the construction of the 11 MW Sebzor Hydropower Plant. asiaplustj.info »
The Russian Ministry of Transport is proposing the construction of new logistics hubs and warehouse complexes in Tajikistan to enhance the efficiency of freight transportation, Russia’s state-run news agency TASS reported on October 10, citing Dmitry Zverev, State Secretary and Deputy Minister of Transport of the Russian Federation. asiaplustj.info »
On October 29-30, Dushanbe will host the first International Investment Mining and Metallurgical Forum and Exhibition. This was announced at a briefing by the Ministry of Industry and New Technologies of Tajikistan (MoINT) on October 8. asiaplustj.info »
President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev was presented with an updated the municipal redevelopment plan for Tashkent, aimed at preserving cultural heritage, historic sites, buildings, and expanding green areas. asiaplustj.info »
Residents of the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region (GBAO) have received over 1,500 tons of domestically produced coal and food aid, following instructions from Tajikistan's President Emomali Rahmon, sys the GBAO government’s press center . asiaplustj.info »
UNICEF, in collaboration with the European Union and the Committee on Technical and Vocational Education and Training, held an official opening ceremony for the Remote Job Center in Shugnan, Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region (GBAO) on October 8. asiaplustj.info »
Today, the banking system plays a crucial and influential role in the economy of the Republic of Tajikistan. Over the past twenty years of its activity, CJSC The First Microfinance Bank has earned respect and a solid reputation among its clients and international organizations operating in Tajikistan through comprehensive development. asiaplustj.info »
Prime Minister of Tajikistan, Qohir Rasoulzoda, expressed concerns over the ongoing violations of the rights and freedoms of Tajik citizens during migration checks in Russia. asiaplustj.info »
The Government of Tajikistan has adopted a Medium-Term State Revenue Program for 2024-2029 and the Plan of Actions for 2024-2026 aimed at increasing state budget revenues. It is planned to be done through digitalizing the state revenue system, identifying additional revenue sources, and improving tax and customs payment administration, among other measures. asiaplustj.info »
Six Tajik financial institutions and partners of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) - Amonatbank, Bank Arvand, Bank Eskhata, First MicroFinanceBank, MDO HUMO and MDO IMON International have successfully completed the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)’s Transition Planning Programme (TPP), which equipped them with practical skills necessary asiaplustj.info »
Russia has effectively stopped the export and transit of Kazakh grain. The Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Supervision of Russia (Rosselkhoznadzor) requested that Kazakhstan suspend the issuance of phytosanitary certificates for grain and its processed products, sunflower seeds, and other agricultural crops exported to Russia, Fergana reports , citing Kazakh media. asiaplustj.info »
According to the latest edition of European Bank for Reconstruction and Development’s (EBRD) Regional Economic Prospects (REP) report, the short-term regional economic outlook for Central Asia remains positive. asiaplustj.info »
The President of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, on September 24 met with the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in New York on the sidelines of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 79). asiaplustj.info »
A new bus route has been launched between Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, connecting the city of Almalyk in Tashkent region, Uzbekistan, with the city of Khujand in Tajikistan’s Sughd province. Buses will now travel daily in both directions. asiaplustj.info »
Tajik labor migrants are one of the most vulnerable groups of the population. They face serious health problems, and the lack of systematic monitoring of migrants' health status does not provide a complete picture of the prevalence of diseases among them. asiaplustj.info »
In early September, from the 8th to the 10th, around 300 labor migrants and students from Uzbekistan and Tajikistan were detained at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo Airport. After nearly two days of waiting, Russian border guards reportedly offered these migrants and students Russian citizenship. asiaplustj.info »
President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon and Mayor of Dushanbe Rustam Emomali today visited Danghara, president’s hometown. The Tajik president’s official website says they participated in the inauguration and groundbreaking ceremonies of a number of construction projects. asiaplustj.info »
The Committee for Public Utilities (Kumitai Khojagii Manziliyu Kommunali) has been established in Tajikistan to manage and regulate the housing and utilities sector. This decision was formalized by a decree signed by President Emomali Rahmon, and the Committee will be responsible for implementing state policy in this field. asiaplustj.info »
