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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 »
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 »
Turkiye has confirmed that all 20 soldiers aboard a military cargo plane were killed when the C-130 Hercules aircraft crashed in eastern Georgia, near the border with Azerbaijan. The Turkish Ministry of Defense launched an investigation into the cause of the crash, which occurred on November 11. asiaplustj.info »
At the 16th Congress of the Union of Writers of Tajikistan (UWT), held in Dushanbe yesterday, delegates approved amendments to the organization’s charter, allowing incumbent chairman Nizom Qosim to run for a third consecutive term. asiaplustj.info »
Over the first nine months of this year, Tajikistan produced over 3. 7 million tons of cement, marking an increase of 512,100 tons or 15. 8% compared to the same period last year, according to data from the Agency for Statistics under the President of Tajikistan. asiaplustj.info »
The program for the X jubilee international conference AI Journey 2025 (“Journey into the World of Artificial Intelligence”), organized with the participation of the AI Alliance, has been officially announced. 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 »
In a surprising diplomatic move, U. S. President Donald Trump held a meeting at the White House with Ahmed al-Sharaa, the acting leader of Syria, whose capture the U. S. had previously offered a $10 million reward for, the BBC’s Russian Service reported yesterday. asiaplustj.info »
Today, the Union of Writers of Tajikistan (SPT) is holding its congress, during which new leadership will be elected. The congress, which began at 9:00 AM, will include the re-election of the chairperson, vice chairpersons, and board members of the organization. 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 »
Tajikistan presented its national tourism stand at the prestigious World Travel Market 2025, held from November 4 to 6 in London, reports the Committee for the Development of Tourism (Committee) under the Government of Tajikistan. asiaplustj.info »
On November 10, Tajikistan celebrates Police Day, an occasion to reflect on the progress of police reforms in the country. The OSCE, one of the key international partners supporting this process, has been actively involved from the very beginning. asiaplustj.info »
The OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe has partnered with Tajikistan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA) to launch a pilot initiative aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability within law enforcement. asiaplustj.info »
More than a million citizens of Tajikistan work abroad, representing nearly one in ten people in the country. Their remittances home account for almost half of the nation’s GDP, yet their real-life stories and struggles remain largely invisible in the official statistics. asiaplustj.info »
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In late October, U.S. President Donald Trump invited the leaders of Central Asian countries to attend the Central Asia–U.S. summit, which is scheduled for November 6. This invitation came shortly after high-ranking White House officials visited Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan. asiaplustj.info »
The Dushanbe–Samarkand–Dushanbe flight, which had been operating for only three months, has been permanently removed from the schedule. According to the Uzbek airline Centrum Air’s office in Tajikistan, the decision was reportedly made due to the route’s low profitability "The number of passengers was too low even during the active travel season. asiaplustj.info »
Media reports said on November 5 that Zohran Mamdani has won the NYC mayoral race. The Democratic nominee reportedly beat Andrew Cuomo to become New York City’s youngest-ever and first Muslim mayor. asiaplustj.info »
On Tuesday November 4, President Emomali Rahmon of Tajikistan participated in the Second World Summit for Social Development held in the capital of Qatar, according to the Tajik president’s official website. 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 »
The Maldives has officially banned the purchase, sale, and use of tobacco products for citizens born on or after January 1, 2007. This new restriction, which also applies to tourists, came into effect on November 1, 2025, making the Maldives the first country in the world to implement a nationwide smoking ban for the younger generation, according to TASS . 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 »
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 »
A once-disputed section of the Isfara–Chorkuh–Vorukh highway, long closed due to border tensions between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan, has officially reopened to traffic. The announcement was made by the press service of the Governor of Sughd Province. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan continues to strengthen its position on the global tourism map. According to the Agency for Statistics under the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, nearly 1.4 million foreign tourists visited the country in the first nine months of 2025 — a 24% increase compared to the same period last year. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan has been recognized as one of the most inspiring destinations for hiking and wild camping in Lonely Planet’s prestigious Best in Travel 2026 list. The annual ranking, compiled by one of the world's leading travel publishers, celebrates the top global destinations for authentic and unforgettable travel experiences. 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 »
Tajikistan has introduced new 100 somoni banknotes to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the introduction of the country’s national currency, the somoni. The new banknotes were issued by the National Bank of Tajikistan (NBT) and are now in circulation alongside other 100-somoni bills. 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 »
On October 31, 2025, Sirojiddin Muhriddin, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan and Chairman of the National Commission of Tajikistan for UNESCO, held a series of bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, according to the Tajik Ministry of Foreign Affairs. asiaplustj.info »
Sirojiddin Muhriddin, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan and Chairman of the National Commission of Tajikistan for UNESCO, delivered a speech at the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand, Uzbekistan on October 31, according to the Tajik Ministry of Foreign Affairs. 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 »
The Government of Tajikistan convened on October 31 to review the draft law “On the State Budget of the Republic of Tajikistan for 2026” and to discuss budget forecasts for 2027–2028, according to the Tajik president’s official website. asiaplustj.info »
×åòûðå ïðåäñòàâèòåëÿ Òàäæèêèñòàíà îäåðæàëè ïîáåäó â ìåæäóíàðîäíîé îíëàéí-ñåðèè øàõìàòíûõ òóðíèðîâ The Road to Dushanbe, ïðîõîäèâøåé íà ïëàòôîðìå WorldChess. 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 »
Developing countries around the world will need up to $310 billion annually by 2035 to manage the mounting impacts of climate change, according to a new report from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). asiaplustj.info »
Chaired by First Deputy Director of the FSB and Head of Russia’s Border Service, Army-General Vladimir Kulishov, the 91st session of the Council of Commanders of Border Troops (CCBT) of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) took place in in the Kyrgyz city of Mans on October 30, Citing the CCBT press center, AKIpress says delegations from eight CIS member asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan’s food industry is showing robust growth, with production volumes—including food, beverages, and tobacco—reaching 8.1 billion somonis in the first nine months of 2025. According to the Agency for Statistics under the President of Tajikistan , this marks a 12.3% increase compared to the same period last year. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan’s national kurash team secured four medals at the Asian Kurash Championship held in Turkistan, Kazakhstan, on October 29, an official source within the country’s Kurash Federation told Asia-Plus . asiaplustj.info »
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has launched a regional call for applications to its Star Venture program, targeting high-potential startups from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. asiaplustj.info »
Starting January 1, 2026, the cost of work permits for labor migrants will increase significantly in many regions of Russia, according to regional government announcements. The hike comes as several federal subjects have updated the coefficients used to calculate the fixed advance payment for personal income tax (PIT), which determines the monthly cost of a migrant work patent. 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 »
Authorities in Dushanbe have arrested three men on suspicion of drug trafficking, seizing a significant haul of opium in the process, according to a statement from the Dushanbe Police Directorate. The suspects have been identified as 50-year-old Qutbiddin Qurbonov from Tursunzoda, 55-year-old Olim Boboev from Panjakent, and 58-year-old Jumakhon Jourakhonov, a resident of Dushanbe. asiaplustj.info »
For the first time, Tajikistan has won gold medals at the Asian Games—an achievement secured during the debut of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) at the 3rd Asian Games held in Manama, Bahrain. From October 22 to 31, 2025, the city of Manama hosted the third edition of the Asian Games, bringing together top athletes from across the continent. asiaplustj.info »
Top US officials have concluded a diplomatic tour of Central Asia aimed at shaping the agenda for the upcoming US-Central Asia summit, set to take place in Washington on November 6. The visit focused on finalizing the agenda for the summit, which will be held in the C5+1 format—bringing together the United States and the five Central Asian nations. asiaplustj.info »
The Government of Tajikistan has significantly raised consular fees for several services related to citizenship and visas, according to a recent official decree. Foreign nationals applying for Tajik citizenship or renouncing it will now be required to pay $200 (approximately 1,860 somonis at the exchange rate as of October 28), up from the previous fee of $50 (about 462 somonis ). asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan was among the participating countries at the first-ever Astana Art Fair, a major international contemporary art exhibition held from October 24 to 26 in the capital of Kazakhstan. Representing Tajikistan at the fair were art manager Nasiba Karimova and artist Bahrom Ismatov, whose works were exhibited under the theme “Roots of the Future. asiaplustj.info »
Fish farming production in Tajikistan reached 96. 7 million somonis from January to September 2025, marking an 8. 9% increase compared to the same period last year, according to the Agency for Statistics under the President of Tajikistan. 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 »
