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A high-ranking delegation from Tajikistan recently visited Kabul for talks with senior Taliban officials, marking a potential shift in Dushanbe’s cautious stance toward Afghanistan’s de facto rulers. asiaplustj.info »
Although on October 19, Pakistan and the Taliban, with the mediation of Qatar and Turkey, announced a ceasefire, the negotiations in Istanbul have not yet yielded stable results. According to Tajik expert Qosim Bekmuhammad, the disagreements between the two sides remain one of the key issues for regional security in Eurasia. asiaplustj.info »
A team of international scientists has extracted a rare ice core from the Pamir Mountains in Tajikistan and delivered it to Europe, where it will be preserved for future climate research. The announcement was made during an international conference on climate change and water resources, held in Dushanbe on October 13. asiaplustj.info »
Despite ongoing efforts by authorities to control and penalize school absenteeism, there are still families in Tajikistan where parents refuse to send their children to school. These families face fines, but often, financial constraints make it impossible for them to provide the necessary resources for schooling. asiaplustj.info »
Companies frequently invest in the training of their employees, but these investments often end up benefiting competitors instead. In the world of business, there are no established "transfer" rules, turning employee education into a lottery. asiaplustj.info »
The Main Directorate for the Execution of Criminal Sentences (GUIN) at the Ministry of Justice of Tajikistan has explained why imprisoned journalist Abdussattor Pirmuhammadzoda was not allowed to undergo surgery outside the prison system. asiaplustj.info »
Prices for everyday goods and services continue to climb in Tajikistan, affecting the daily lives of citizens across the country. In a series of street interviews, residents of Dushanbe shared their thoughts on what’s driving the price hikes — and how it’s impacting their lives. asiaplustj.info »
As Tajikistan navigates the next phase of its economic development, a critical question is emerging: how can the country train a new generation of leaders capable not just of adapting, but of driving the economy forward? At the center of this conversation is the growing call for a “Unified Business Education Standard. asiaplustj.info »
From trade and startups to migration and global connectivity, the route reflects broader regional shifts. Flights between Dushanbe and Dubai, which previously operated three times a week, have become daily as of September 3. asiaplustj.info »
45 degrees in the shade , melting asphalt and nights without respite – Tajikistan has recently faced unprecedented heat , which , according to climatologists , is becoming the new normal . asiaplustj.info »
One of the reasons is that with a 5 – point system , it is not possible to evaluate the efforts of a two-man who is striving to improve his results , but with a 10 - point system, there is . asiaplustj.info »
For almost 20 years, motorists in Tajikistan have been forced to travel from Dushanbe to the north of the republic and back through the unequipped “Istiqlol” tunnel, which still lacks ventilation and adequate lighting. asiaplustj.info »
In the rugged lunar landscapes of the Pamir Mountains, people have long carved out a vibrant cultural world in stark contrast to their severe natural environment. Their traditions include striking music and dance, colorful celebrations, ancient rituals, and remarkably preserved languages—relics that vanished from the Central Asian lowlands over a thousand years ago. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan’s Agency for Land Reclamation and Irrigation (Agency) continues to struggle with significant debts, currently owing over 226 million somonis (TJS) to Barqi Tojik, the country’s energy provider. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan have agreed to establish a new Intergovernmental Council aimed at strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation across a broad range of sectors. The agreement was signed on July 8 in Dushanbe during the state visit of Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov. asiaplustj.info »
Once seen as a pathway to better jobs and legal security, Russian citizenship is no longer in high demand among Tajik labor migrants. Growing fears of forced military conscription and worsening treatment by Russian authorities have led many to abandon plans to obtain Russian passports. asiaplustj.info »
While Kyrgyzstan took a major step forward this year by allowing organ transplants from deceased donors with official support from religious leaders, Tajikistan has yet to follow suit — despite having a legal framework that permits such procedures. asiaplustj.info »
Al Jazeera reports that Chinese President Xi Jinping reached Kazakhstan on Monday to attend the second China–Central Asia Summit, a high-stakes diplomatic gathering aimed at deepening Beijing’s economic and strategic ties with the region. asiaplustj.info »
After the tragedy on the Dushanbe – Khujand highway, as a result of which Marina Ipatiy, a well-known swimming coach, died on May 15, a question arose in society: why aren't protective concrete bumpers installed on all dangerous sections of the road? asiaplustj.info »
Tajik banks often refuse to exchange foreign currency banknotes that have the slightest damage — a problem raised by Asia-Plus readers. In response, our newsroom conducted its own experiment to find out which foreign bills Tajik banks are required to accept, and which they are allowed to reject. asiaplustj.info »
Two months ago, three young Tajik migrants in Russia were killed on suspicion of possible involvement in terrorism. Their relatives insist that the victims had no inclination towards extremism and had no criminal past. Two of them were the sole breadwinners for their families. asiaplustj.info »
Starting from April 1, electricity prices in Tajikistan have increased once again. Residential customers now pay 15% more for electricity than they did previously. Experts believe the tariff hike is a result of the sector's unprofitability. The cause of this unprofitability is cross-subsidization. asiaplustj.info »
Deserted streets, houses locked up, and an unusual silence for these areas: residents of the Asht district in the northern province of Sughd are migrating in large numbers. Why is this happening? What picture can be seen in the villages, and what do the remaining residents say? Here's our report. asiaplustj.info »
Larisa Alexandrova is not only a human rights activist in her professional life but also at home. She actively advocates for criminal punishment for domestic violence in Tajikistan, where there is still no specific law addressing it. asiaplustj.info »
Russian media note that the proposal by the Russian politician Sergey Mironov, who the leader of the Fair Russia – For Truth faction in the State Duma (Russia’s lower chamber of parliament), is driven not by logic but by general anti-migrant rhetoric. asiaplustj.info »
The average price per square meter of housing in Tajikistan as of December 2024 stood at US$705 (approximately 7,812 somonis), Nizom Mirzozoda , head of the Committee for Architecture and Construction under the Government of Tajikistan, told reporters in Dushanbe on February 3 . In 2024 , 1. asiaplustj.info »
The Food Security Committee under the Government of Tajikistan has confirmed that an outbreak of lumpy skin disease among cattle led to Russia’s ban on livestock imports. Officials have also explained the disappearance of homemade milk from the capital’s markets. asiaplustj.info »
The main purpose of establishing the Road Fund is to extend the lifespan of the country's roads, Tajikistan’s Minister of Transport, Azim Ibrohim, told reporters in Dushanbe on January 29. According to him, a significant amount of money—around 30 billion somonis—has already been spent on the construction, reconstruction, and modernization of roads across the country. asiaplustj.info »
It is becoming increasingly difficult to get opinions from members of Tajikistan’s parliament on socially significant issues. Journalists often contact dozens of MPs seeking clarifications on various topics but fail to get answers. asiaplustj.info »
The Ministry of Energy and Water Resources of Tajikistan (MoEWR), following the publication by Asia-Plus about the rise in prices and a shortage of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in the country, has explained the reasons for the price increase, while denying any shortage. asiaplustj.info »
In recent months, discussions about migrant crime rates in Russia have surged, sparking disinformation, manipulation, and controversy. Official statistics from various Russian government agencies often conflict, anti-migrant rhetoric has intensified among officials, and xenophobia is on the rise in society. asiaplustj.info »
An article by Temur Umarov, posted on Carnegie Foundation (Carnegie Endowment for International Peace)’s website, says the changes in migration policy serve as a striking example of how swiftly and radically the Russian government can shift its stance to a far more aggressive and brutal approach. asiaplustj.info »
In early August, the Taliban-led government of Afghanistan announced plans to delimit borders with neighboring Central Asian countries, including Tajikistan, as part of a new strategy. asiaplustj.info »
Discussions on the construction of a nuclear power plant in Kazakhstan have reached the finish line. In less than a month, a referendum will be held in the country, the results of which will determine the strategy for the development of the nuclear industry in the country for the coming decades. asiaplustj.info »
Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council Dmitry Medvedev proposed to ban migrants from bringing their families to Russia and “force migrant children to learn Russian”. He stated this in an interview with TASS. asiaplustj.info »
In Tajikistan's law enforcement practice, secrecy is often applied to high-profile cases. Trials in such cases take place behind closed doors, which raises questions about the transparency and openness of justice in the country. asiaplustj.info »
Dushanbe residents are increasingly facing problems with low water pressure , especially on the upper floors of multi- storey buildings . What is the reason ? Asia - Plus received a comment from the first deputy director - Chief engineer of the city 's water supply Saimurod Kalandarov . asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan has given priority to the development of the textile industry in order to achieve its goals of industrialization of the country . This is due to the availability of local raw materials and the labor intensity of the industry , which contributes to the creation of more jobs . asiaplustj.info »
According to research by Kaspersky Lab, Tajikistan ranks first among CIS countries in terms of cyber threats. “2024 Cyber Threat Landscape Report: Russia and CIS" notes that since the beginning of 2024, nearly 60. asiaplustj.info »
Saidjafar Usmonzoda, a member of the Majlisi Namoyandagon (Tajikistan’s lower chamber of parliament) was detained on June 14 for allegedly “plotting to overthrow the government. asiaplustj.info »
The authorities in Tajikistan are facing challenges with the return of Tajik women and children who remain in the Al-Hol refugee camp in Syria. asiaplustj.info »
November 2 is as the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists. The date was chosen in commemoration of the assassination in Mali of Claude Verlon and Ghislaine Dupont, two French journalists, on November 2, 2013. asiaplustj.info »
Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov did not participate in a regular meeting of the Council of Heads of Founding States of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS) that took place in Dushanbe on September 15. asiaplustj.info »
The Minister of Internal Affairs of Tajikistan, Ramazon Rahimzoda, went to Russia with two main goals: to discuss the situation with Tajik migrant workers and the issue of the detention of Dilshod Saidmurodov, the main suspect in the abduction and murder of Shukhrat Ismatulloev, Deputy Chairman of OJSC “Orienbank”. asiaplustj.info »
Over the past year and a half, more than 700 public organizations have been liquidated in Tajikistan, which is 2 times more than the general statistics of the previous three years. The authorities claim that most of the public organizations were liquidated of their own accord, but the founders state that they are required to "voluntarily dissolve (liquidate). asiaplustj.info »
The battle against climate change will be won or lost in Asia and the Pacific. asiaplustj.info »
Information on the volume of remittances sent by labor migrants to Tajikistan has not been published by banks for already several months, Sirojiddin Ikromi, the head of Amonatbonk (Tajikistan’s savings bank), told reporters in Dushanbe on August 8. asiaplustj.info »
Despite the dissatisfaction of merchants and their two-day protest rally, the “Lola” market, which is engaged in selling automotive spare parts and home appliances, has been closed. Merchants running their shops at this market do not want to move to a new place, including because they are not compensated. asiaplustj.info »
An average price for one kilogram of onions at Dushanbe’s bazaars has increased from 2.50 somonis in January 2022 to 7.50 somonis. Experts say prices can be brought down only by a new crop, which will be available in three months. asiaplustj.info »
A stateless person is a person who is not considered as a national by any State under the operation of its law. Essentially it means that a stateless person is not a national of any country in the world. asiaplustj.info »
