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The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) has published a report titled “Eurasian Transport Corridors: Project Observatory and Interactive Map,” which provides data on the development of infrastructure for transport corridors and routes within the Eurasian Transport Framework (ETF). asiaplustj.info »
In Tajikistan, administrative fines for tax evasion and other mandatory payments have been increased following amendments made to the Administrative Offenses Code (CoAP), which came into effect in December 2025. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan's Minister of Energy and Water Resources, Daler Juma, has held meetings in Dushanbe with representatives from the European Union and India to discuss bilateral cooperation in energy and water resources. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan plans to allocate nearly 100 million somonis to develop the culture and arts sector over the next five years. The funding will be used to hold festivals and competitions, support theaters, digitize libraries, train personnel, conduct academic research in the field of culture, reform management systems, and equip institutions with modern technology. asiaplustj.info »
Uzbekistan has established a new special unit on its state border equipped with Bayraktar unmanned aerial vehicles. The announcement was made on January 13 at an expanded meeting of the Security Council chaired by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, according to Fergana . asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan’s capital, Dushanbe, has been ranked among the cities with the lowest cost of living globally, according to the Cost of Living Index by City 2026 published by the analytical platform Numbeo. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan and Kuwaiti consulting company have reached an agreement o rehabilitation of the Ayni – Kuhistoni Mastchoh road in Sughd province. An appropriate agreement was signed in Dushanbe on December 29, 2025, according to the Ministry of Transport (MoT)’s press center . asiaplustj.info »
The economic results for Tajikistan in 2025, as in previous years, are described as optimistic: high economic growth rates, increased household incomes, industrial production growth, a decrease in poverty, and significant investments. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan and the Islamic Republic of Iran will abolish visa requirements for international road transport drivers starting in March 2026, following bilateral agreements reached between the two countries. asiaplustj.info »
Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has called for a revision of the country’s Defense Doctrine and National Security Concept in light of fundamental changes in the nature of modern warfare. He made the statement on January 13 during an expanded meeting of the Security Council chaired by the head of state, according to the Uzbek president’s official website . asiaplustj.info »
An agreement aimed at the gradual reduction of hydrofluorocarbons—substances harmful to the climate—has been signed in Dushanbe. The document was signed by the Committee for Environmental Protection under the Government of Tajikistan and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on Jnuary 12, the Committee’s press service reported . asiaplustj.info »
In 2025, police in Dushanbe held more than 160 people administratively liable for practicing fortune-telling and witchcraft, the Dushanbe Police Department reported. According to the authorities, 163 cases of illegal fortune-telling were identified over the year. asiaplustj.info »
The 2026 Winter Olympic Games, set to take place from February 6 to 22 in the Italian cities of Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, are expected to be one of the major global sporting events of the coming years. asiaplustj.info »
Republican Congressman Randy Fine has introduced a bill in the U.S. Congress proposing the annexation of Greenland and granting the island the status of a U.S. state. The initiative was announced in a press release published on the congressman’s official website, Ukrainian Pravda reports . asiaplustj.info »
A 22-year-old citizen of Tajikistan, Muhammadnazri Salomzoda, has been killed in the war in Ukraine, Radio Liberty’s Tajik Service , known locally as Radio Ozodi , reported , citing the victim’s relatives. asiaplustj.info »
Police in Dushanbe have disrupted a noisy party involving teenagers that violated public order and disturbed residents. The Dushanbe Police Department reports that police officers responded to a call and inspected an apartment located on Roudaki Avenue, where a gathering involving minors was taking place. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan’s Agency for Overseas Employment (AOE) under the Ministry of Labor, Migration, and Employment of the Population (MoLNEP) has announced the registration of citizens seeking employment in South Korea through the government-run Employment Permit System (EPS). asiaplustj.info »
The cost of performing the Hajj for Tajik citizens in 2026 has been set at 53,000 somonis, nearly 4,000 somonis less than last year. In 2025, the Hajj pilgrimage cost 56,800 somonis. It is to be noted the cost of the Hajj in somoni depends largely on the exchange rate of the national currency against the US dollar. asiaplustj.info »
Scientists have discovered a rare natural anomaly in Tajikistan’s Pamir Mountains—a glacier that is growing in size despite the widespread retreat of glaciers worldwide due to climate change. asiaplustj.info »
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) office in Tajikistan has warned citizens about fraudulent job offers related to employment in the United Kingdom (UK). In a statement published on its official Facebook page, the IOM said that job invitations for work in the UK circulated via WhatsApp and T elegram are fake. asiaplustj.info »
A family from Tajikistan has died from domestic gas poisoning in the Russian city of Samara. The incident occurred on January 7, but relatives learned of the tragedy only a day later, Radio Liberty’s Tajik Service , known locally as Radio Ozodi , reported , citing a close friend of the family. asiaplustj.info »
A National Theater has been officially established in the capital of Tajikistan by presidential decree. The newly created institution will operate under the authority of President’s Executive Office. asiaplustj.info »
President Emomali Rahmon has made senior appointments in the Interior Ministry, according to the President Emoali Rahmon’s official websote. . President Emomali Rahmon has made senior appointments in the Interior Ministry, according to the President Emoali Rahmon’s official websote. . asiaplustj.info »
In 2025, Tajikistan's national currency, the somoni, appreciated against the US dollar and the euro but weakened slightly against the Russian ruble. According to data from the National Bank of Tajikistan (NBT), the official exchange rate for the dollar fell by 15. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan’s external debt has exceeded $3 billion. Who does the country owe, how serious is the burden, and what can be expected in 2026? Asia-Plus analyzes the current situation and outlook. As of October 1, 2025, Tajikistan’s total external debt stood at $3. asiaplustj.info »
Amir Tour has been awarded the title of Best Domestic Tourism Company for 2025 as part of the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan Tourism Award. The award ceremony for the winners of national tourism competitions took place on December 24, 2025, in Dushanbe. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan’s Ambassador to Russia, Gulmahmadzoda, has held a meeting with Tajik students studying at Russian universities, according to the official website of the Embassy of Tajikistan in Moscow. During the meeting, the ambassador outlined key points from President Emomali Rahmon’s address on the main directions of Tajikistan’s domestic and foreign policy. asiaplustj.info »
Construction of the Qalai-Khumb (administrative center of Darvoz district) – Vanj section of the Dushanbe–Khorog–Kulma highway remains suspended for the second consecutive month and will resume only after security is restored along the Tajik-Afghan border, according to the Ministry of Transport (MoT). asiaplustj.info »
An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.3 struck Tajikistan’s Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region (GBAO) at 2:14 AM local time on January 9. According to the Geophysical Service of the National Academy of Sciences of Tajikistan, the earthquake’s epicenter was located 61 kilometers from the administrative center of Murgab district in GBAO. asiaplustj.info »
Protests erupted in Minneapolis after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers shot and killed 37-year-old local resident Renee Nicole McLean Good during an operation aimed at conducting "address checks." Meduza reports that according to the U.S. asiaplustj.info »
The US Embassy in Dushanbe has officially confirmed the suspension of the Green Card lottery program, as announced by the US Department of State. According to the Embassy's statement , applicants can still submit their applications and attend interviews, and the Department of State will continue to schedule interviews for program participants. asiaplustj.info »
The story of how realtor Brian Jamison came to possess a rare and intricate Tajik teahouse sounds almost too unbelievable to be true. What began as a simple clean-up job evolved into a decades-long mystery. asiaplustj.info »
The World Bank has released its Business Ready (B-READY) 2025 report, which evaluates the business and investment climate across countries. The report covers 101 economies, including Tajikistan. asiaplustj.info »
Kamoliddin Muminzod has been appointed the new chairman of the Committee for Local Development under the President of Tajikistan. The corresponding decree was signed by President Emomali Rahmon on January 7. asiaplustj.info »
President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov shared that a 10-hour meeting with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon in Dushanbe paved the way for resolving the border dispute between the two countries. He also emphasized the crucial role of Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev in signing the trilateral border agreement in Khujand. asiaplustj.info »
In Dushanbe, police officers from the Shohmansour district arrested a 16-year-old minor involved in vagrancy and suspected of committing theft. The teenager was removed from his family, according to the press center of the city’s police department. asiaplustj.info »
One of the world’s most respected Brazilian jiu-jitsu experts and a global BJJ legend, Rafael Hubert, paid a working visit to Dushanbe. During his stay, the Brazilian master conducted a large-scale seminar for Tajik athletes and personally awarded new belts, confirming their progress, skill level, and readiness to advance further in the demanding discipline of Brazilian jiu-jitsu. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan continues to underutilize its strategic potential in the infrastructure and logistics sector — an area that could serve as a powerful growth driver for accelerated industrialization. asiaplustj.info »
For the tenth consecutive day, protests have continued in several Iranian cities. The demonstrations were sparked primarily by socio-economic problems, most notably the sharp depreciation of the national currency and rising inflation. asiaplustj.info »
Kish Island continues to be the most popular travel destination this season for Tajik nationals, with its appeal rooted in a combination of affordable prices, a pleasant climate, and straightforward logistics. asiaplustj.info »
The Russian Investigative Committee has instituted criminal proceedings and detained a 26-year-old Shoira Nazulloyeva, a native of Tajikistan, on suspicion of causing the death of Russian blogger Yuliya Burtseva during a cosmetic procedure. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan has ranked 89th out of 181 countries in the global Women, Peace and Security Index (WPS) for 2025/26 , scoring 0. 685 points. This ranking reflects the country’s standing in key areas related to women's safety, rights, protection, and inclusion in social processes. asiaplustj.info »
In 2025, the price of gold bars issued by the National Bank of Tajikistan (NBT) surged by a record 39. 03%, driven by the global rise in gold prices. However, in the first five days of 2026, gold prices have continued to rise at an even faster pace — an average of 3%. asiaplustj.info »
The Asia-Plus Media Group sincerely congratulates all our readers on the New Year! May 2026 bring peace, kindness, and prosperity to every home. Let it be a time of new opportunities, confidence in the future, and the fulfillment of cherished wishes. asiaplustj.info »
As the Year of the Horse approaches — specifically the Red Fire Horse, as it's known in the Chinese calendar — we at the editorial office decided it was time to move beyond symbolism and meet a real horse. asiaplustj.info »
Choosing a university is one of the most important decisions for students and their families. Studying abroad can be expensive and uncertain, often involving a major move. But today, students from Tajikistan and neighboring countries can receive an international education without leaving Central Asia. asiaplustj.info »
China is a global leader in electric vehicles (EVs), but gaining access to its export market is a complex and highly regulated process. Only a handful of companies manage to obtain the official export license required by the Chinese government. asiaplustj.info »
President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon addressed the nation with a New Year message, wishing every family health, prosperity, and a peaceful life. He described the outgoing year, 2025, as both successful and historically significant. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan has expanded the list of public officials required to annually declare their income and assets. The new rules now apply to employees of the National Bank of Tajikistan, staff of state-owned financial institutions, and officials working abroad in Tajik embassies or government missions. asiaplustj.info »
The Association of Financial Organizations of Tajikistan (AFOT), established in 2004, brings together commercial banks, microfinance institutions, and related financial entities in the country. AFOT serves as a platform for professional dialogue among market participants, government agencies, and regulators. asiaplustj.info »
