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Two minor Tajik citizens, who had been left without guardianship in Russia, have been safely returned to their homeland. The Tajikistan Embassy in Moscow reported the return on July 17, in accordance with the CIS agreement on the repatriation of minors. asiaplustj.info »
In recent days, a video has been circulating on social media showing a group of Tajik young men in Russia rescuing women and children from drowning in a reservoir in the city of Istra. Speaking in Tajik, they assisted Russian nationals, transferring them from one boat to another during the dramatic incident. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan’s Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhiddin participated in a meeting of the Council of Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member nations, which took place in Tianjin, China on July 14-15. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan’s business footprint in Uzbekistan continues to grow steadily, with 357 enterprises operating in the country by mid-2025, according to Uzbekistan’s National Committee on Statistics . This marks a notable rise from 303 companies at the beginning of 2024. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan's Minister of Energy and Water Resources, Daler Juma, has expressed dissatisfaction with the poor performance of the national electricity distribution company, OJSC “Distribution Electric Networks,” over the first half of the year. asiaplustj.info »
A joint investigation by the BBC’s Russian Service and independent media outlet Mediazona , supported by a team of volunteers, has identified the names of 118,139 Russian soldiers who have died in the ongoing war in Ukraine. asiaplustj.info »
Khaleej Times , citing the company managing Abduroziq, reported on July 12 that “Tajikistani singer and social media influencer Abdu Rozik was arrested at Dubai International Airport on Saturday.” “The 21-year-old was detained by authorities at around 5am over the weekend, shortly after arriving in Dubai from Montenegro. asiaplustj.info »
The Agency for Overseas Employment under the Ministry of Labor, Migration, and Employment of Tajikistan has announced the launch of a new labor migration program offering Tajik citizens job opportunities in South Korea. asiaplustj.info »
Tajik citizens traveling to Russia must now navigate new entry procedures introduced on June 30. The Russian government has launched a system requiring foreign visitors to submit an electronic travel notification before arrival. asiaplustj.info »
Tajik researchers earned international recognition for their advancements in plant genetics at the International Conference on Genetics, Biotechnology, and Plant Breeding, held in Novosibirsk from July 2 to 5. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan's President Emomali Rahmon emphasized the vital role of trade and transport cooperation among the member states of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) on July 4 during his speech at the 17th ECO Summit held in Khankendi, Azerbaijan. asiaplustj.info »
A new episode of the TajTech podcast features Abdullo Qurbonov et. asiaplustj.info »
On July 4, in the city of Khankendi, Republic of Azerbaijan, the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, held a meeting with the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian, on the sidelines of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Summit. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan’s State Committee for National Security (SCNS) has dismantled a transnational narcotics trafficking group originating from Afghanistan, seizing nearly 58.5 kilograms of illegal substances, the SCNS’s public relations center reported . asiaplustj.info »
A Russian national has died in the mountains of Tajikistan’s Varzob district while engaging in an extreme sport, the Emergencies Committee under the Government of Tajikistan reported. According to the Emergencies Committee press service, the body of the deceased tourist was recovered in a remote mountainous area by a team from the Special Search and Rescue Service. asiaplustj.info »
Outgoing Chinese Ambassador to Tajikistan Ji Shumin has conferred here with Tajikistan’s Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin at the end of his tenure to the Republic of Tajikistan, the Tajik MFA information department reported in the morning of June 28. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan’s national airline, Tajik Air, has announced the launch of a new weekly flight route connecting the capital city Dushanbe with Vanj district of the Gorno Badakhshan Autonomous Region, or GBAO. asiaplustj.info »
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On Friday June 20, President Emomali Rahmon and Dushanbe Mayor Rustam Emomali officially opened the new Diagnostic, Treatment, and Training Center of Tajik National University, located within the university's student campus, according to the Tajik president’s official website. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan’s Agency for Overseas Employment has announced that 600 citizens are being recruited for jobs in South Korea under a bilateral labor agreement. According to the agency, positions are available in construction, manufacturing, agriculture, food processing, and other sectors. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan’s Minister of Transport, Azim Ibrohim, has raised concerns about the rapid deterioration of roads in the country, attributing the problem to a mix of poor construction practices, lax oversight, cost-cutting, and climate-related stress. asiaplustj.info »
President Emomali Rahmon and President Xi Jinping have discussed trade, investment, security, and technological cooperation during second “Central Asia–China” Summit On June 17, 2025, President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon held a bilateral meeting with President of the People’s Republic of China Xi Jinping in Kazakhstan’s capital, Astana, on the sidelines of asiaplustj.info »
In May alone, authorities in Tajikistan imposed fines totaling 4 million somonis (approximately US$370,000) on dozens of individuals and businesses accused of illegally using or stealing electricity, according to the country’s Energy Supervision Agency. asiaplustj.info »
Turkmenistan has announced the evacuation of 120 foreign nationals, including several citizens of Tajikistan, from Iran through its border checkpoints. The operation was carried out in response to the intensifying armed conflict between Iran and Israel. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan’s judo team delivered a landmark performance at the 2025 World Judo Championships in Budapest, Hungary, securing two medals in the 66 kg weight category — a historic first for the country at this level of competition. asiaplustj.info »
Tajik President Emomali Rahmon called for collective international action to protect the world's oceans during his address at the United Nations Ocean Conference held in Nice, France, yesterday. asiaplustj.info »
The Tajik government has approved a resolution to establish a procedure for voluntary social tax payments by migrant workers, enabling them to secure pensions in Tajikistan. Abdurahmon Halimzoda, Director of the Social Insurance and Pensions Agency, explained the details to Asia-Plus . asiaplustj.info »
On June 8, the President of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, arrived in the city of Nice, France, on a working visit. As it is posted on Emomali Rahmon asiaplustj.info »
On June 5, President Emomali Rahmon of Tajikistan welcomed the Heads of Government of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) to Dushanbe for a crucial meeting aimed at strengthening regional ties. asiaplustj.info »
A meeting titled "Marketing: Pain, Love, and Neural Networks" was held as part of Vazifa Talks, a series of open lectures and discussions dedicated to the development of IT and the digital economy. asiaplustj.info »
The Investigative Committee of Russia has launched a second criminal case against a Tajik-born Russian citizen Tahmina Samadova, a large family mother, who is attempting to reclaim her housing certificate worth 24 million rubles, according to the Investigative Committee's website . asiaplustj.info »
Akrampolvon Askarov was the first Central Asian to receive a gold medal in archaeology, a pioneer who worked closely with archaeological communities across Russia, France, and England. His invaluable collection is still preserved today in the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg. asiaplustj.info »
In a symbolic move to raise awareness about climate change and glacier preservation, Tajik traveler Sharifbek Davlatov has raised the national flag of Tajikistan at the highest point of Antarctica. asiaplustj.info »
On May 30, the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, with the Prime Minister of the Italian Republic, Ms. Giorgia Meloni, met in Kazakhstan’s capital, Astana, on the sidelines of the first Central Asia-Italy Summit. asiaplustj.info »
On May 30, the President of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, participated and delivered a speech at the First Central Asia - Italy Summit in Kazakhstan’s capital, Astana. asiaplustj.info »
Thanks to the CIAT (Capacity Improvement & Advancement for Tomorrow) scholarship program of the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), several civil servants from Tajikistan have earned degrees at universities in South Korea, says press release issued by KOICA. asiaplustj.info »
An evening of professional boxing was held in Dushanbe on May 23, which attracted the attention of sports fans from all over the region. The main event of the evening was the fight for the WBA Gold lightweight title between undefeated Tajik prospect Bahodur Usmonov and experienced Filipino boxer Albert Pagara. It was a 10-round fight. asiaplustj.info »
On May 12, the UK government introduced a large-scale immigration reform. The 82-page document includes numerous changes that could affect citizens of Tajikistan. The United Kingdom, under the leadership of Prime Minister Keir Starmer, has unveiled a policy paper titled Restoring Control: Reforming the UK’s Immigration System to Deliver for the British People . asiaplustj.info »
Tajik officials earlier this year raised eyebrows with an expressed intent to transform the Central Asian into a hub for AI innovation. If that is ever going to happen, they first must figure out how to wire the country with high-speed internet, Eurasianet reported on May 21. asiaplustj.info »
Tajik labor migrants seeking to legalize their status in Russia report unfair treatment and discrimination at the Kazakh-Russian border, as many struggle to meet the September 10 deadline for legalizing their stay. asiaplustj.info »
Issues related to internet quality in Tajikistan have technical aspects, says Khurshed Faizullozoda, head of the Agency for Innovation and Digital Technologies under the President of Tajikistan. asiaplustj.info »
A migrant worker from Tajikistan, 32-year-old Sayvali Sharipov, saved the lives of three children from a burning apartment on the evening of May 14, drawing widespread praise for his bravery. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan’s Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin has called on regional countries to work toward creating a collective security mechanism to promote peace and stability in the region. IRNA reports that the top Tajik diplomat made the remarks as he addressed the Tehran Dialogue Forum (TDF) on April 18, where he highlighted different problems facing the region. asiaplustj.info »
President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon has called on member nations of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) to intensify collaboration in the field of security in response to increasing global and regional threats. asiaplustj.info »
The first group of Tajik Hajj pilgrims, totaling 165 people, will depart for Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on Friday, May 16. Tajikistan’s privately-owned airline, Somon Air, will operate this flight. asiaplustj.info »
Founded in November 2023, the “Sharikoni Milli” (National Partners) business club has become, in essence, the only platform in Tajikistan where business leaders work together, exchange experience, and jointly implement projects that go beyond the interests of a single company. asiaplustj.info »
The number of Tajik labor migrants heading abroad is dipping, but the amount of money they are sending home is skyrocketing, Eurasianet reports , citing data published by the International Organization for Migration (IOM). asiaplustj.info »
This year, 2,982 people from Tajikistan have won the Green Card lottery, according to the official website of the Diversity Visa (DV) Program. The Kentucky Consular Center in Williamsburg, Kentucky, has registered and notified the winners of the DV-2025 Diversity Visa Program. asiaplustj.info »
On May 10, the President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon has sent a congratulatory telegram to the newly elected Pope of the Roman Catholic Church, Robert Francis Prevost (Pope Leo XIV), according to the Tajik president’s official website. asiaplustj.info »
The President of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, participated in ceremonial events dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945, which took place in Moscow on May 9. asiaplustj.info »
