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The program will be implemented at the International University of Foreign Languages with the support of the Embassy of the Republic of Korea. Interest in the Korean language and culture is growing in Tajikistan, especially among young people. asiaplustj.info »
The state visit of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, His Excellency Emomali Rahmon, to the Republic of Kyrgyzstan is considered a historic visit in the relations between the two states, opening a new page of comprehensive and mutually beneficial cooperation, which will be written in golden letters in the history of cooperation between the two countries. asiaplustj.info »
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has programmed approximately 20 projects over the next four years in Tajikistan covering agriculture, urban development, social sectors, finance, public sector management, transport, and energy, as informed during a meeting yesterday. asiaplustj.info »
On Tuesday March 18, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian congratulated Tajikistan’s President Emomali Rahmon on the upcoming Nowruz holiday. In a congratulatory message posted on the Telegram page of the Iranian Embassy in Dushanbe, Pezeshkian wished Emomali Rahmon and the people of Tajikistan health, happiness, and success in the new year. asiaplustj.info »
Eurasianet reports that Tajikistan remains the most polluted, according to a recent survey of global air quality. The 2024 World Air Quality Report, compiled by Swiss-based firm IQAir, reportedly measured air quality at almost 9,000 locations in 138 countries worldwide. asiaplustj.info »
On March 14, Mr. Manouchehr Safarzoda, the Deputy Minister of Energy and Water Resources of Tajikistan, met in Dushanbe with Ms. asiaplustj.info »
“The rapidly changing world today needs more Win-Win cooperation of equal partners that benefit from their mutual work. I believe that during my visit of Tajikistan, we were able to lay firm grounds for such a cooperation between this remarkable country and the European Union,” says an op-ed b asiaplustj.info »
The Kremlin reports that following the Russia-Tajikistan talks, Vladimir Putin and Emomali Rahmon made statements to the press. Vladimir Putin, in particular, noted that t he relationship between Russia and Tajikistan is truly strategic, based on partnership and alliance, and is founded on the unwavering principles of mutual respect, equality, and consideration of each other's interests. asiaplustj.info »
Tajik President Emomali Rahmon and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putting yesterday held talks in the Kremlin. This was the only official day of the Tajik leader’s visit, although he spent three days in Moscow. asiaplustj.info »
The EU has reinforced its commitment to Tajikistan through key investments under its Global Gateway investment initiative, focusing on Tajikistan’s economic resilience, green and digital transitions and infrastructure development. asiaplustj.info »
A spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry of Iran says that success in concluding a border agreement between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan is an important step towards establishing peace and stability in the region. asiaplustj.info »
CABAr.asia notes that according to independent expert Muhammad Shamsuddinov, one of the biggest challenges for Tajikistan in fighting climate change is funding. Due to limited resources, the Tajik government primarily seeks foreign financing to support its climate initiatives. asiaplustj.info »
The EU Delegation to Tajikistan says the EU-EBRD joint project aims to improve the performance and governance of the Tajik power sector. asiaplustj.info »
The Migration Service of the Ministry of Labor, Migration, and Employment of the Population of Tajikistan has once again invited Tajik citizens to work in Qatar. In 2025, migrants can be employed in the following sectors: animal husbandry, hospitality, and trade. asiaplustj.info »
The reduction of American financial aid is already being felt in Tajikistan, and this has inevitably impacted the agrarian sector. Fewer opportunities without projects The closure or temporary suspension of USAID programs means that many projects aimed at supporting agriculture, small and medium-sized businesses, as well as social programs, may be rolled back. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan plans to attract investments from the Saudi energy company ACWA Power to build solar and wind power plants, the press center of the country's Ministry of Energy and Water Resources (MoEWR) says. asiaplustj.info »
On the evening of March 13, President Emomali Rahmon concluded his two-day state visit to Kyrgyzstan. At the Bishkek airport, he was seen off by Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov. asiaplustj.info »
On March 14, Somon Air will operate the first charter flight in nearly four years on the Dushanbe – Bishkek – Dushanbe air route. An official source within Tajikistan’s Civil Aviation Agency confirmed this in an interview with Asia-Plus . asiaplustj.info »
Presidents Emomali Rahmon of Tajikistan and Sadyr Japarov of Kyrgyzstan have signed the State Border Treaty between the two countries. This historic event took place in Kyrgyzstan’s capital, Bishkek, on March 13 during Rahmon’s state visit to Kyrgyzstan, according to the Tajik president’s official website. asiaplustj.info »
Eurasianet reported on March 11 that according to a just-released survey conducted by the UNHCR, Tajikistan is the most welcoming nation in Central Asia for forced migrants. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan and China are set to resume direct flights between Dushanbe and Beijing. This issue was discussed yesterday during a meeting between the head of the Civil Aviation Agency of Tajikistan (CAA), Habibullo Nazarzoda, and the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of China to Tajikistan, Ji Shumin. asiaplustj.info »
A United Nations discussion in New York saw Tajikistan introduce a Resolution on Artificial Intelligence (AI) aimed at establishing international regulatory mechanisms. asiaplustj.info »
The Investment and Credit Bank of Tajikistan (ICB) has announced a partnership with the Tajikistan Football Federation, emphasizing the importance of developing this sport for the country. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan has been ranked 70th out of 163 countries in the Global Terrorism Index (GTI) 2025, compiled by the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP). The country falls into the category of nations with a low level of terrorist threat. asiaplustj.info »
The vehicle tax rate in Tajikistan has increased by 4.2%, following an adjustment in the calculation index, which rose from 72.00 somonis in 2024 to 75.00 somonis (US$6.70) as of January 1, 2025. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan is exploring the procedure for joining AFACI – the Asian Food and Agriculture Cooperation Initiative. On March 6, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Agriculture of Tajikistan between Deputy Minister of Agriculture Nigina Anvari and AFACI Deputy Secretary-General Kuk-Hwan. asiaplustj.info »
Around 130 women-mothers from Tajikistan have sent an appeal to President Emomali Rahmon, requesting leniency for journalist Rukhshona Hakimova, who has been sentenced to eight years in prison. The signatories express deep concern, primarily because Rukhshona’s two young daughters have been left without their mother at home. The younger child was still being breastfed. asiaplustj.info »
As India's need for critical mineral e is surging due to a number of factors like its aim to increase the penetration of electric vehicles (EVs) to 30% by 2030, critical minerals like lithium are essential for the transition to clean energy and electric mobility. asiaplustj.info »
President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon has signed a decree on holding the first session of the Majlisi Namoyandagon (Tajikistan’s lower chamber of parliament) of the new convocation. asiaplustj.info »
The Boards of the Ministries of Agriculture of Tajikistan and Russia have held a joint meeting to discuss key issues in the agro-industrial complex (AIC) of both countries. The agenda included agricultural trade, cooperation in breeding and veterinary control, and improvements in land reclamation and irrigation systems. asiaplustj.info »
Kyrgyzstan’s Cabinet Chairman, Adylbek Kasymaliyev, has confirmed his country’s readiness to act as an effective intermediary for the supply of Tajikistan’s products to the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) market. asiaplustj.info »
The President of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, has instructed the inclusion of Tirgon Festival in the official list of holidays in the country. The corresponding amendment to the Law on Holidays was previously adopted by the lower chamber (Majlisi Namoyandagon) of Tajikistan’s parliament and seconded by the upper chamber (Majlisi Milli) of parliament . asiaplustj.info »
The leaders of most political parties in Tajikistan have expressed satisfaction with the results of the latest parliamentary elections in the country. Even those who did not secure any seats in parliament have not voiced objections. asiaplustj.info »
The issue of resuming direct air communication between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan was discussed in Dushanbe today at a meeting between of Tajikistan’s Prime Minister Qohir Rasoulzoda and the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adilbek Kasymaliyev. asiaplustj.info »
The export of Tajik agricultural products faces a number of problems that complicate entry into international markets. Let's list 10 key issues and discuss potential solutions. asiaplustj.info »
According to the country's Customs Service, around 47,000 passenger cars were imported into Tajikistan last year, totaling US$521. 2 million. An official source within the Customs Service says this represents a 39. asiaplustj.info »
The year 2024 was challenging for Tajikistan’s cotton industry—harvest volumes dropped significantly, and farmers faced economic and climatic difficulties. Problems with cultivation, forced cotton production, and unfavorable production conditions were the key challenges for this vital sector. asiaplustj.info »
By the end of 2024, Tajikistan scored only 5 out of 100 points in political rights and civil liberties. The country has been included in the list of nations with the worst freedom indicators in the world over the past decade, according to a new report by Freedom House. asiaplustj.info »
The Chairman of the Central Commission for Elections and Referenda of Tajikistan (CCER), Bakhtiyor Khudoyorzoda, told reporters on March 3 that out of a total of 5.52 million registered voters, 4.71 million participated in the vote casting process, resulting in a voter turnout of 85.3%. asiaplustj.info »
On the eve of the holy month of Ramadan, the Chairman of the Council of Ulema of Tajikistan (the only fatwa-issuing body in the country), Saidmukarram Abdulqodirzoda, issued a fatwa stating that workers of the Roghun hydropower plant (HPP) are allowed to break their fast on workdays. asiaplustj.info »
Elections to Tajikistan’s lower chamber of parliament (Majlisi Namoyandagon) took place on March 2. The elections were declared valid. Khovar news agency reports that according to the Central Commission for Elections and Referenda (CCER) of Tajikistan, by 12:00, voter turnout in the country had already reached 59%. asiaplustj.info »
In a statement delivered in the Jogorku Kenesh (Kyrgyzstan’s parliament) regarding the agreement on the delimitation of the border with Tajikistan, the head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) of Kyrgyzstan, Kamchybek Tashiyev, noted on February 27 that the "Golovnoi" water distribution facility has been divided equally, with Tajikistan transferring 750 hectares asiaplustj.info »
In a statement released on February 28, the Reporters without Borders (RSF), particular, notes that repression against independent voices is intensifying in Tajikistan ahead of the parliamentary elections scheduled for March 2. asiaplustj.info »
During his speech at the Jogorku Kenesh (Kyrgyzstan’s parliament), the head of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) of Kyrgyzstan, Kamchybek Tashiyev, spoke about the agreement on the delimitation of the border with Tajikistan and also mentioned the road to Vorukh, Tajikistan’s exclave in Kyrgyzstan’s Batken region. asiaplustj.info »
The Russian government is imposing a ban on the export of automobile gasoline from March 1 to August 31, inclusive. The decree was signed on February 26. The restriction will not apply to supplies carried out directly by oil product manufacturers. asiaplustj.info »
These will be the seventh elections since our republic gained independence. We decided to look back at the history of parliamentary elections in the country, the parties that participated in them, and also to gather information about the composition of the six previous parliaments. 1995. asiaplustj.info »
Amid restrictions and pressure on migrants in Russia, Tajikistan is striving to expand labor migration to other countries. However, according to experts, the efforts made to diversify migration remain inadequate. asiaplustj.info »
A new wheat variety, named "Tobistona," was created as a result of years of breeding work. The research was conducted at the Institute of Botany, Physiology, and Genetics of Plants of the National Academy of Sciences of Tajikistan. As Dr. asiaplustj.info »
Salmon Rajabzoda, a Tajik blogger known by the name Jumaboy, was released from detention in Russia on February 20 after more than a year of being held. Radio Liberty’s Tajik Service , known locally as Radio Ozodi , reported on February 25 that he stated on February 24 in a video message that investigators “found no evidence of his guilt and closed the case. asiaplustj.info »
The Ministry of Transport of Tajikistan and the Chinese company, Zhejiang Communications Construction Group Co. Ltd, have signed a contract for the construction of the longest road bridge in Central Asia, the press center of the Ministry of Transport of Tajikistan (MoT) says . asiaplustj.info »
