Tajikistan and Russia address urgent migration issues
Interagency consultations between Tajikistan and Russia on migration, employment, and education of Tajik citizens in Russia were held in Moscow on January 28-29, 2025. asiaplustj.info »
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Tajik Air plans to launch flights to Vanj, Rasht, and Lakhsh districts
In 2025, Tajik Air intends to expand its domestic flight network by adding new routes from Dushanbe to Rasht and Lakhsh districts in Rasht Valley (eastern Tajikistan and Vanj district in the Gorno Badakhshan Autonomous region (GBAO)), company CEO Parviz Shodmonzoda told reporters in Dushanbe on January 31. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-31 12:11
Emomali Rahmon shakes up judges and regional administrators
President Emomali Rahmon, who is also Head of the Government, has introduced a number of staff changes. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-30 07:50
Uzbekistan Airways starts flying to Europe, bypassing Russia and Belarus
Uzbek media reports say that as of January 20, Uzbekistan Airways has begun operating flights to European countries while avoiding the airspace of Russia and Belarus. This was announced on January 28 during a press conference marking the airline's 33rd anniversary. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-29 08:41
Don’t slander, don’t threaten, and don’t like: Internet rules every user in Tajikistan should know
Recently, Tajikistan’s President Emomali Rahmon criticized law enforcement agencies for initiating criminal cases based on users’ online reactions, including likes. Media lawyer from the public organization Kh oma, Ranjit Yatimov, emphasized the significance of the president addressing this issue. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-29 13:46
Following Tajikistan’s example, Kyrgyzstan proposes regulating weddings and funerals
Kyrgyz MP Zamirbek Mamasadykov has proposed a draft law aimed at combating extravagance during funerals, weddings, and other family events. Kloop says the document was submitted for public discussion on January 27. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-28 12:22
Trump proposes relocating Palestinians of Gaza to Egypt and Jordan
Media reports say US President Donald Trump proposes relocating Palestinians of Gaza to Egypt and Jordan. Trump’s suggestion that Egypt and Jordan take in Palestinians from the war-ravaged Gaza Strip was met with a hard “no” from both Jordan and Egypt along with the Palestinians themselves, who fear Israel would never allow them to return. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-27 09:13
Rahmon dismisses defense minister and communications service agency head, recommends replacing prosecutor-general
On January 23, President Emomali Rahmon dismissed Sherali Mirzo from the position of Minister of Defense. Mirzo has been appointed as the Head of the Main Directorate for the Protection of State Secrets under the Government of Tajikistan. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-24 12:51
Cultural and sports activities; how Navrouz festival will be celebrated in Dushanbe this year
Mayor of Dushanbe Rustam Emomali has approved the schedule of events for celebrating Nowruz 2025 in the capital, an official source at the Dushanbe Department for Tourism Development told Asia-Plus in an interview. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-22 13:22
At least 76 people killed and 51 others injured in a hotel fire in Turkiye
A fire that raged through a 12-story hotel in northern Turkiye killed at 76 people and injured 51 others, Turkiye’s state-run Anadolu Agency ( AA ) reported yesterday, citing the country’s Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-22 08:05
Nouriddin Sayyed reportedly relieved of the post of Head of the Committee for TV and Radio Broadcasting
By government’s decision Nouriddin Sayyed has been relieved of his post of Chairman of the Committee for TV and Radio Broadcasting, an official source within the Committee for TV and Radio Broadcasting told Asia-Plus in an interview Tuesday afternoon. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-21 12:44
The Emergencies Committee warns of avalanche and rockfall threats in mountainous areas
On January 22, Tajikistan is expected to experience unstable weather, with rain and wet snow in the valleys and predominantly snow in the mountainous and high-altitude regions. From January 21 to 23, there will be a heightened risk of avalanches and rockfalls. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-21 07:59
Tajikistan to ensure transparent parliamentary elections through new technologies
To ensure transparency and modernization in the upcoming parliamentary elections scheduled for March 2, Tajikistan is implementing new technologies, Ms. Makhfirat Khidirzoda, a member of the Central Commission for Elections and Referenda (CCER), told Asia-Plus in an interview. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-17 14:38
Tajik leader invites Iranian investments in hydropower and tourism
Speaking at the Tajikistan-Iran Trade, Investment and Tourism Forum in Dushanbe, Tajik President on January 16 outlined sectors like tourism and hydropower as areas, which could drive the bilateral trade between the two countries. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-17 12:27
US imposes sanctions to disrupt Russia’s military industrial base and sanctions evasion
US Department of State says the United States on January 15 sanctioned nearly 250 enablers of Russia’s illegal war against Ukraine. As part of this action, the Department of State designated more than 150 individuals and entities. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-17 08:31
Cold weather and precipitation expected in Tajikistan in the second half of January
The Emergencies Committee under the Government of Tajikistan is warning citizens and visitors of the country that from January 17 to 20, rain and snow are forecasted in the foothill and mountainous areas of the country, as well as in the city of Dushanbe. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-16 13:06
WB to help Tajikistan connect schools to internet and expand access to digital public services
Tajikistan and the World Bank (WB) have signed an agreement to implement the Tajik Digital Foundations Project, according to the country’s Ministry of Finance. The document was inked by Faiziddin Qahhorzoda, the Minister of Finance of Tajikistan, and Ozan Sevimli, World Bank Group Country Manager for Tajikistan, in Dushanbe on January 14. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-16 15:50
Masoud Pezeshkian to pay a state visit to Tajikistan: What will the presidents of Tajikistan and Iran discuss?
Tajikistan’s state-run news agency Khovar , citing the Foreign Ministry of Tajikistan, reported on January 14 that Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian will arrive in Tajikistan for a state visit on January 15. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-14 12:30
Buses resume service between Khujand and the Russian city of Novosibirsk
Bus service between the Tajik northern city of Khujand and the Russian city of Novosibirsk has been reinstated after being suspended due to the pandemic. Tajik and Russian entrepreneurs have reportedly collaborated to restore the route. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-14 13:58
France and Tajikistan: strengthening ties to continue in 2025
In 2024, France and Tajikistan outlined new pathways for the development of bilateral relations. The partnership between the two countries will continue in 2025 in the areas of education, culture, and economics. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-11 14:31
Uzbekistan significantly expands the list of extremist materials and social media accounts
The Supreme Court of Uzbekistan has updated the list of social media accounts, websites, and books identified as promoting extremist, terrorist, and fanatical ideas, Fergana reports , noting that the materials included in the list are banned from importation, production, distribution, and display within the country. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-11 12:23
EU funded project launches public awareness campaign on HIV and TB prevention in Tajikistan
With the support of the European Union (EU) and the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), GIZ Tajikistan is launching a new campaign as part of the Building a System of Integrated Primary Healthcare in Tajikistan (BaSIC) project aimed at raising awareness about HIV and tuberculosis (TB), says press release issued by GIZ Tajikistan on January 9. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-9 15:21
The Government of Tajikistan sets quotas for ferula and licorice collection in 2025
To regulate the harvesting of medicinal plants and encourage their domestic processing, the Government of Tajikistan has approved quotas for two valuable plant species — ferula and licorice. The decree was signed by President Emomali Rahmon, who is also Head of the Government. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-9 11:59
Tajikistan’s national air carrier to launch flights to Kulob and Panjakent
Tajikistan’s national carrier, Tajik Air has announced new air routes connecting Dushanbe with the city of Kulob in Khatlon province and the city of Panjakent in Sughd province. According to Tajik Air, flights from Dushanbe to Kulob will be operated three times a week: on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-9 08:59
Prime Ministers of Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and Kyrgyzstan Discuss Border Issues
On Wednesday January 8, the prime ministers of Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan held a trilateral meeting to discuss state border issues, the Kyrgyz Cabinet of Ministers says . The meeting reportedly took place at the junction of the three countries' borders: Batken Region (Kyrgyzstan), Fergana Region (Uzbekistan), and Sughd Province (Tajikistan). asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-9 07:53
EDB: Tajikistan anticipates strong economic growth, moderate Inflation, and stable currency
According to analysts from the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB), Tajikistan is projected to achieve real GDP growth of 8. 4% in 2025, driven by trade and investment dynamics, rising gold export prices, and lower costs for imported energy. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-9 15:08
2025-2030 declared Years of Digital Economy and Innovation Development in Tajikistan
President Emomali Rahmon signed a decree declaring 2025-2030 the "Years of Digital Economy and Innovation Development." The Tajik president’s official website says the government has been instructed to develop and submit an action plan for implementing this initiative within a month. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-9 13:09
Rahmon shakes up a number of regional administrators and officials within a number of central government bodies
On Tuesday January 7, Emomali Rahmon conducted a series of personnel reshuffles and held a meeting with newly appointed officials to key leadership positions in cities and districts of GBAO (Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region), Khatlon province, districts subordinate to the center, and several central government bodies, the Tajik president’s official website says. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-7 15:42
What agreements will Tajikistan and Iran sign: some details of Pezeshkian's visit to Dushanbe
Masoud Pezeshkian, the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, is expected to make a visit to Tajikistan in mid-January. While in Dushanbe, Masoud Pezeshkian is set to meet with Tajikistan's President, Emomali Rahmon and some other high-ranking Tajik state officials, an official source within Tajikistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) told Asia-Plus in an interview. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-6 14:57
Taliban ban beard shaving and "Western-style" haircuts for men in Afghanistan
In Faizabad, the administrative center of Afghanistan’s Badakhshan province, the Taliban have issued a decree prohibiting men from shaving their beards or getting "Western-style" haircuts, Anhor. uz reports . asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-4 14:01
Kazakhstan introduces life imprisonment for drug production and trafficking
Kazakhstan has toughened penalties for drug production and trafficking, up to life imprisonment. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev signed a law amending several legislative acts on countering the illegal circulation of narcotics, psychotropic substances, and precursors. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-2 13:14
Five key achievements of Tajikistan in energy and water resources in 2024
The Ministry of Energy and Water Resources of Tajikistan (MoEWR) has highlighted significant achievements in the sector in 2024. Among the key accomplishments, according to the ministry, was the implementation of major renewable energy projects, which strengthened the country's energy independence. 1. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-2 08:12
Dushanbe mayor instructs to seek grants for repairing dilapidated power grids and water supply lines in the capital
The Mayor of Dushanbe, Rustam Emomali, has emphasized the need to account for the city's growing population to attract more domestic and foreign investment, particularly grants for the reconstruction and construction of outdated networks, roads, water and sewage infrastructure, power supply, and the building of new modern substations. asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-2 07:53
AKF and EU announce ˆ22m partnership to promote economic resilience in Afghanistan
The partnership between the Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) and the European Union (EU) will promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth in Afghanistan, reducing dependence on humanitarian aid, says press release issued by the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). asiaplustj.info »
2025-1-1 10:40
US provides Ukraine with US$2.5 billion in military aid and US$3.4 billion in direct budget support
US President Joe Biden announced on 30 December that the United States will provide Ukraine with almost US$2. 5 billion in security assistance. President Biden said that he is “proud to announce nearly US$2. asiaplustj.info »
2024-12-31 08:11
Thousands of faith healers and fortune tellers detained in police raids in Tajikistan
Tajikistan has detained thousands of faith healers and fortune tellers in an ongoing government clampdown, with the president praising the police raids. But many Tajiks say the government should instead tackle more pressing issues, such as unemployment and a shortage of electricity. asiaplustj.info »
2024-12-30 14:05
Tajikistan and Pakistan discuss counter-terrorism cooperation
On December 30, President Emomali Rahmon met with Muhammad Asim Malik, the Director General of Pakistan's Interagency Intelligence Service, in Dushanbe, according to the Tajik president's official website. asiaplustj.info »
2024-12-30 12:30
Tajikistan extends deadline for legalization of assets and money for another one
The Government of Tajikistan has ordered amendments to the country’s law on amnesty allowing individuals to legalize their assets and money for another one year. The corresponding government’s resolution was published on the legal information portal of the Ministry of Justice. asiaplustj.info »
2024-12-30 12:22
Rahmon announces salary, pension, and student grant increases for 2025
Addressing a joint meeting of both chambers of Parliament, President Emomali Rahmon announced significant wage, pension, and student grants increases starting September 1, 2025. Kindergarten and school teachers will see a 30% salary increase. asiaplustj.info »
2024-12-30 09:11
Baku demands that Moscow admit guilt, punish those responsible and pay compensation
Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev says Azerbaijan Airlines aircraft was made 'uncontrollable' by electronic warfare and adds that Russia must admit guilt for plane crash and pay compensation Anadolu Agency ( AA ) reports that Azerbaijan’s president said yesterday that the passenger plane that crashed last week near the Kazakh city of Aktau had been damaged by "ground asiaplustj.info »
2024-12-30 08:16
A woman and her three children poisoned by carbon monoxide in Dushanbe
In Dushanbe’s Shohmansour district, a woman and her three children were poisoned by carbon monoxide, the Emergencies Committee under the Government of Tajikistan reports . All four were hospitalized at Central Medical Hospital No. asiaplustj.info »
2024-12-27 07:18
How is the counter-terrorism agenda changing globally, and where does Tajikistan fit in?
Rustam Azizi, a Tajik expert in countering violent extremism, believes that there is no clear and consistent strategy on the international stage to counter terrorism. Events in Syria have reportedly drawn global attention, sparking shock, emotional debates, and mixed analysis. However, some key lessons have become evident. asiaplustj.info »
2024-12-27 12:55
Dushanbe police warns: flashing lights and sirens on private cars are prohibited
The Dushanbe Police Department has issued a warning against installing flashing lights and sirens on private vehicles. "Installation and use of special light (flashing lights) and sound (sirens) equipment on vehicles are permitted only for specialized vehicles. asiaplustj.info »
2024-12-26 08:42
‘10 hours promised, 5 hours delivered!’ Residents of Tajikistan complain about inconsistent electricity schedules
Some time ago, President Emomali Rahmon instructed relevant agencies to approve and adhere to a schedule for electricity supply to the population. Last month, he signed a decree obliging the Ministry of Energy and Water Resources and other agencies responsible for power supply to “organize and regulate the electricity supply schedule for the population. asiaplustj.info »
2024-12-25 08:57
Military clothing in Tajikistan to be sold only upon presentation of official documents
The government of Tajikistan has approved regulations governing the import and sale of military and special uniforms for law enforcement and security agencies. According to a document published on the Ministry of Justice's legal information portal, such products will be imported by the Agency for Special Property Supply under the Government of Tajikistan. asiaplustj.info »
2024-12-25 08:26
Tajikistan’s Emergencies Committee receives drones and equipment for rescue operations
The Emergencies Committee under the Government of Tajikistan has received 15 types of heavy, specialized, and rescue equipment as part of a joint national disaster risk management project supported by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the Committee's press service reports. asiaplustj.info »
2024-12-25 08:16
Construction of railway connecting China, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan to start on December 27
The 523-kilometer line – which will connect China’s Kashgar with several cities in Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan – had been in limbo for decades, but the project is now officially underway and the first phase could be completed by the end of the decade. asiaplustj.info »
2024-12-25 12:13
Rahmon and Putin to discuss pressing issues of migration policy
Presidents of Tajikistan and Russia Emomali Rahmon and Vladimir Putin will discuss pressing issues of the migration policy and key topics of interaction in political, economic, military-political and cultural-humanitarian spheres, Russian presidential aide Yury Ushakov told reporters. "The meeting will take place not far from St. asiaplustj.info »
2024-12-25 08:33
Russian analysts identify key challenges for Central Asian nations
Experts from the Russian Analytical Credit Rating Agency (ACRA) say Central Asia’s countries face various challenges, including global warming and aging energy infrastructure. “Some challenges, such as global warming, rising inequality, and demographic changes, align with global trends,” states the Agency’s report titled Between East and West . asiaplustj.info »
2024-12-23 12:13
The Tajik energy minister on plans to increase capacity and reduce electricity losses
The Minister of Energy and Water Resources of Tajikistan, Daler Juma, discussed the country's ongoing efforts to expand energy sector capacity and reduce electricity losses in an interview with Digest-Press . asiaplustj.info »