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President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon has made a series of significant personnel changes in the government and diplomatic service, according to the Tajik president's official website. The latest appointments include a new Minister of Economic Development and Trade, as well as new ambassadors to the United States, France, Italy, and Austria. asiaplustj.info »
Central Asian countries and Azerbaijan have agreed to launch a unified regional brand, "Made in Central Asia", and to increase mutual trade volume to $20 billion, according to gazeta.uz . These initiatives were central topics at the first meeting of the region’s ministers of trade and investment, held Uzbekistan’s capital, Tashkent, on November 13. asiaplustj.info »
Kyrgyzstan’s State Committee for National Security (GKNB) Chairman Kamchybek Tashiyev has revealed key details of a recent land and housing exchange with Tajikistan, part of the ongoing process to resolve long-standing border disputes. asiaplustj.info »
Russia and Kazakhstan have signed a Declaration on Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and Alliance during a state visit by Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Moscow. The document was endorsed and inked by President Vladimir Putin and President Tokayev on November 12, marking a new stage in bilateral cooperation, according to Gazeta.ru . asiaplustj.info »
Russian Railways (RZD) has announced the extension of its 50% discount on the transportation of fruit and vegetable products from Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. The discount, in effect since 2021, will continue through 2026, according to the company’s press service . asiaplustj.info »
Despite a steady increase in the production of meat, milk, and eggs, Tajikistan remains heavily dependent on imports of animal products. According to the Agency for Statistics under the President of Tajikistan , as of October 1, 2025, the country's livestock population has grown significantly: cattle numbers rose by 4.5%, sheep and goats by 5.1%, and poultry by 1.5%. asiaplustj.info »
On November 12, Tajikistan’s Minister of Defense, Colonel-General Emomali Sobirzoda, arrived in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan for an official visit, according to Tajikistan’s Ministry of Defense (MoD) . asiaplustj.info »
On November 11, Japan and Tajikistan signed two grant agreements to support new social projects. The documents were signed by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Tajikistan, Ms. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan and Iran are launching new air routes aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation and boosting passenger traffic, according to Tajikistan’s Civil Aviation Agency. The Civil Aviation Agency says that starting November 19, Raymond Airlines will begin regular flights on the Mashhad-Dushanbe-Mashhad route, operating twice a week. asiaplustj.info »
The Technological University of Tajikistan in Dushanbe hosted the opening ceremony of the Robotronics, Innovative Educational Technologies, and Computer Science Days on November 12. The event, organized by Rossotrudnichestvo and Astrakhan State University named after V. asiaplustj.info »
According to the Social Insurance and Pension Agency of Tajikistan, as of July 2025, there are 415 centenarians registered in the country. Experts attribute the increase in life expectancy to economic development, a decrease in child mortality, and successful efforts in combating cardiovascular diseases. asiaplustj.info »
The growing ties between the United States and Central Asia could put the region in a difficult position: either risk displeasing Russia and China, or disappoint Trump and fall into even greater dependence on Moscow and Beijing. asiaplustj.info »
Media reports say Moldova evaluates visa requirements for citizens of most CIS countries. The proposed amendments have significant diplomatic and practical implications. If enacted, Moldova would require citizens from Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan to undergo visa procedures previously not necessary, potentially affecting tourism, business travel, and diplomatic exchanges. asiaplustj.info »
In a major step forward for bilateral relations, Tajikistan and the United States signed a series of cooperation agreements worth more than $3.2 billion during bilateral meetings held as part of the Second Central Asia–United States (C5+1) Summit in Washington. The U.S. asiaplustj.info »
Sixty women artisans and entrepreneurs from Sughd have been awarded grants totaling 420,000 somonis, according to the press service of the Sughd regional government. asiaplustj.info »
A Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation between Tajikistan's Ministry of Industry and New Technologies and the Eurasian Development Bank’s (EDB) Digital Initiatives Fund (DIF) was signed in Dushanbe during the AI Conf 2025 International Conference on Artificial Intelligence. asiaplustj.info »
The Russian Interior Ministry has issued a warning to foreign nationals regarding the misconception that they can renew their migration status and extend their stay in Russia by simply leaving and re-entering the country. asiaplustj.info »
Governments attending the Central Asia-US summit on November 6, 2025, should focus on improving their human rights records amid discussions of economic and security cooperation, Human Rights Watch said on November 3. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan, in partnership with the Russian BTK consortium, is launching the country’s largest full-cycle light industry cluster—from cotton cultivation to garment manufacturing. The ambitious $150 million project is expected to create up to 10,000 jobs and boost the country’s export potential. asiaplustj.info »
According to Volcano Discovery , a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6. 3 struck Afghanistan on the night of November 3. The epicenter was located 23 kilometers southwest of Tashqurghan in Balkh province. asiaplustj.info »
President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon departed for the State of Qatar on November 3 for an official visit to take part in the Second World Summit on Social Development, according to the Tajik president’s official website. asiaplustj.info »
On November 1, the gardens of the Serena Hotel in Dushanbe came alive with the sights, sounds, and tastes of the World Food Day Festival. This year’s theme, “Water is Life, Water is Food. Leave No One Behind,” highlighted the global need for sustainable food systems and equitable access to resources. asiaplustj.info »
At least eight people have been confirmed dead and around 180 injured after a powerful earthquake struck northern Afghanistan early Monday morning, according to local authorities. The death toll is expected to rise as rescue operations continue in the affected areas. The 6. asiaplustj.info »
What are the main security threats to Central Asia in the coming years? How will rising extremism, climate risks, and the situation in Afghanistan impact the region’s future? Experts are analyzing these questions, focusing on several key factors. asiaplustj.info »
Team of Tajikistan concluded its participation in the 3rd Youth Asian Games with a historic result: 20 medals, including 2 gold, 3 silver, and 15 bronze. The final day of the competition in Bahrain brought a milestone for the team — jiu-jitsu athlete Mustafo Qudriddinov (48 kg), coached by Komil Boimurodov, won a silver medal, marking the 20th medal for the country. asiaplustj.info »
New restrictions in Russia are making it difficult—or in some cases impossible—for users to register new accounts on popular messaging apps Telegram and WhatsApp , according to reports from several independent media outlets, including Durov’s Code and Na Svyazi . asiaplustj.info »
The Green Climate Fund (GCF) has approved $250 million in funding for the "Glaciers to Farms" program, a major climate adaptation initiative led by the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The program aims to bolster water and agricultural resilience in glacier-dependent regions across Central Asia, the South Caucasus, and Pakistan. asiaplustj.info »
In a significant step toward strengthening regional water governance and enhancing investment prospects, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan have officially launched a bilateral commission for the joint management of water resources. asiaplustj.info »
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Tajikistan’s Minister of Internal Affairs, Ramazon Rahimzoda, yesterday held high-level talks in Tehran on strengthening bilateral cooperation in security, regional stability, and the fight against transnational threats, according to Iran’s Embassy in Dushanbe . asiaplustj.info »
The need for a unified standard in business education in Tajikistan has been a topic of discussion for some time. asiaplustj.info »
A court in Bishkek's Octeabrsky district has granted the prosecutor’s request to label the media projects Temirov Live , Kloop. kg , and Ayt Ayt Dese as extremist, as reported by Kaktus. media . asiaplustj.info »
Turkish Ambassador to Tajikistan, Umut Acar, was a guest on the Asia-Plus radio station, where he discussed the development of Tajik-Turkish relations, cultural diplomacy, and a topic that concerns many Tajik citizens — the potential simplification of the visa regime between Turkey and Tajikistan. asiaplustj.info »
An armed confrontation reportedly occurred between Tajik border guards and Taliban forces along the Tajikistan-Afghanistan border on October 25 in the area between Shamsiddin-Shohin district of Tajikistan’s Khatlon province and Shahr-re Buzurg district of Afghanistan’s Badakhshan province. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan hosted the international forum “Bridge of Trust and Development” on October 25, bringing together high-level delegations from Tajikistan and Iran to deepen cooperation in the financial sector and explore joint initiatives in sustainable and Islamic finance. asiaplustj.info »
Despite the recently passed law “On the Status of Teachers,” which is meant to raise the prestige of the profession and improve the working conditions of educators, teachers across the country are starting the school year not in classrooms, but in cotton fields. asiaplustj.info »
During the Dushanbe International Investment Forum, Tcell, Tajikistan’s leading digital operator, and international technology company Mawj Platforms announced a strategic partnership to establish a unified digital media ecosystem for Central Asia. asiaplustj.info »
On October 22, 2025, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Tajikistan's Minister of Energy and Water Resources, Daler Juma, and Iran's Minister of Energy, Abbas Aliabadi, held discussions on the upcoming meeting of the Joint Intergovernmental Commission between the two countries. asiaplustj.info »
Asia-Plus spoke with the CEO of Tajiktelecom Bakhrovar Abdusattorzoda about the details of the agreement and how it will affect the quality, cost, and availability of the internet, particularly in remote areas of Tajikistan. asiaplustj.info »
Dushanbe police have detained a group of foreign nationals who were found to be violating the country's immigration laws. According to the press center of the Dushanbe Police Directorate , the individuals were engaged in various illegal activities, including begging, deceiving citizens, and practicing fortune-telling and witchcraft within the capital city. asiaplustj.info »
President Emomali Rahmon began his working tour of the Khatlon region on October 22 with a visit to Vose district, where he inaugurated a series of major social and economic facilities aimed at boosting local infrastructure and services. asiaplustj.info »
Tajik President Emomali Rahmon has approved a draft agreement with the Russian Federation concerning the legal status of representations of competent authorities dealing with internal affairs and migration. asiaplustj.info »
The European Union (EU) and Tajikistan held their 15th Human Rights Dialogue in Brussels on October 17, discussing progress and persistent challenges in key areas of human rights and the rule of law. asiaplustj.info »
The 8th French Film Festival will take place in the Diar Dushanbe cultural center from October 27 to 31, showcasing a diverse lineup of French cinema including documentaries, dramas, comedies, and animated features. asiaplustj.info »
The Prosecutors General of Tajikistan and Russia, Habibullo Vohidzoda and Alexander Gutsan, have signed two major agreements in Dushanbe aimed at strengthening legal cooperation and ensuring the protection of labor migrants' rights. asiaplustj.info »
Central Asian defense ministers met in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, on October 20, 2025, for the first time to discuss expanding military cooperation, joint training, and regional security. The meeting reportedly aimed to strengthen unity and trust across the region by focusing on joint military exercises and enhancing cooperation in areas like military education and research. asiaplustj.info »
The Prosecutor-General of Tajikistan, Habibullo Vohidzoda, met with his Kyrgyz counterpart, Maksat Asanaliyev, in Dushanbe to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation in cybersecurity, counterterrorism, and transnational organized crime. asiaplustj.info »
The Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) has launched its large-scale peacekeeping and special exercises “Indestructible Brotherhood 2025” and “Barrier 2025” at the Fakhrobod training ground in Tajikistan’s Khatlon province. asiaplustj.info »
Several employees of the National Bank of Tajikistan (NBT) have completed advanced training on environmental risk oversight and green finance through the CIAT (Capacity Improvement & Advancement for Tomorrow) scholarship program, supported by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA). asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan will host the 2026 session of the Agricultural Council for Europe and Central Asia, a key regional platform under the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). In parallel, efforts will be accelerated to establish the House of Tajikistan at FAO headquarters, according to Tajikistan’s Ministry of Agriculture. asiaplustj.info »
Asia-Plus has been announced as the official media partner of AI Conf 2025, an international conference on artificial intelligence set to take place in Dushanbe on October 25. The partnership highlights a growing synergy between media and the tech sector and aims to promote innovation and private investment in Tajikistan. asiaplustj.info »
