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15:16, september 17

Tajikistan ranks lowest among post-Soviet nations in Global Innovation Index 2025

Tajikistan has been ranked 108th out of 139 countries in the 2025 Global Innovation Index (GII), making it the least innovative country among former Soviet republics.

14:58, september 17

Tajik ambassador meets Taliban official for the first time in four years amid earthquake aid delivery

In a rare and unprecedented development, Tajikistan's Ambassador to Afghanistan, Saadi Sharifi, visited Afghanistan’s Kunar province and held a meeting with the Taliban-appointed provincial

14:25, september 17

New IVF Clinic Farna Opens in Dushanbe, offering European-standard fertility treatment

A new state-of-the-art reproductive health facility, Farna Clinic, has officially opened in the heart of Dushanbe, positioning itself as a European center for reproductive and family health.

14:10, september 17

Tajikistan and Russia to establish training and methodological center for labor migrants

Tajikistan and Russia have agreed to establish a training and methodological center in Tajikistan to prepare future labor migrants for temporary employment in the Russian Federation.

13:53, september 17

President inaugurates new Environmental Protection Committee headquarters and housing for Hydromet staff

President Emomali Rahmon, together with Dushanbe Mayor Rustam Emomali, today officially inaugurated the new headquarters of the Committee for Environmental Protection under the Government of

10:54, september 17

Taliban begin shutting down fiber-optic internet in Afghan provinces

The Taliban have started suspending fiber-optic internet services across Afghanistan’s provinces, claiming the move is intended to “prevent vice,” according to Khaama Press .

09:43, september 17

China strengthens its lead in Tajikistan’s foreign trade turnover

China has solidified its position as Tajikistan’s top trading partner, now accounting for a quarter of the country's total foreign trade turnover.

09:29, september 17

President Emomali Rahmon inaugurates Crowne Plaza hotel and major business center in Dushanbe

On September 16, President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon and Dushanbe Mayor Rustam Emomali officially opened the new five-star Crowne Plaza Dushanbe hotel and an adjacent large-scale business center

08:55, september 17

VIPZONE returns: the long-awaited lifestyle magazine makes a digital comeback

A beloved name in Tajikistan’s publishing world is back.

17:09, september 16

Tajik military personnel arrive in Kyrgyzstan for CSTO "Rubezh-2025" exercises

Tajikistan's military personnel have arrived in Kyrgyzstan to participate in the joint "Rubezh-2025" exercises, organized by the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO).

16:56, september 16

Uzbekistan discovers natural gas at a depth of 6,500 meters for the first time

In a significant breakthrough, Uzbekistan has successfully drilled a well to a depth of 6,500 meters in the Ustyurt district, uncovering substantial natural gas reserves.

16:13, september 16

"It's time for business pragmatism": a Tajik entrepreneur on preparing specialists for the economy

Tajik entrepreneur Firouz Boboyev shares his perspective on how professionals should be trained to meet the needs of Tajikistan’s economy.

15:54, september 16

Uzbekistan requests official inquiry from Russia after attack on its citizens in Primorye

The Uzbek Consulate General in Vladivostok has sent formal notes to Russian authorities regarding the assault and abuse of several Uzbek citizens in Primorye.

15:38, september 16

Israel launches ground offensive in Gaza City

Media reports, citing Israeli officials, said on September 16 that Israel has launched a ground offensive in Gaza City.

15:05, september 16

How a Tajik entrepreneur built a fintech empire: a journey fueled by the desire to be helpful

In the latest episode of the TajTech podcast, we spoke with Abdullo Kurbonov, a prominent Tajik businessman who co-founded Alif Bank and is now leading a new ambitious financial venture in the UK,

14:28, september 16

Tajik president, Kyrgyz parliament speaker discuss key areas of cooperation between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan

On September 16, Tajikistan's President Emomali Rahmon met here with Nurlanbek Turgunbek Uulu, Chairman of the Jogorku Kenesh (Kyrgyzstan’s parliament).

14:09, september 16

Direct flights between Dushanbe and Xi'an now available

Starting Tuesday, September 16, Dushanbe welcomes the launch of direct flights between Xi'an, China, and the capital of Tajikistan, according to the office of Zhejiang Loong Airlines in

10:43, september 16

Uzbekistan introduces new benefits for teachers: mortgages, discounts on public services, and salary increases

Starting in 2026, teachers in Uzbekistan who hold the highest qualification category and have at least 15 years of experience will receive a 25% reduction on the initial payment for mortgage loans.

10:26, september 16

Uzbekistan launches gas field development project at Afghanistan’s Tuti-Maidan field

A significant ceremony marking the launch of the gas exploration and production project at the Tuti-Maidan field in northern Afghanistan was held recently.

10:13, september 16

Bishkek hosts talks on new cooperation projects with Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan V

Kyrgyz media reports say Kyrgyzstan Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliyev yesterday met in Bishkek with Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan V, who arrived in Kyrgyzstan on a working visit. Akchabar.

09:45, september 16

Nurek hydroelectric power plant prepares for the 2025-2026 fall-winter period

The Nurek hydroelectric power plant (HPP) in Tajikistan is undergoing planned maintenance and upgrades to ensure its equipment operates efficiently and reliably throughout the 2025–2026

09:24, september 16

Tajik leader expresses satisfaction with development of relations between Tajikistan and Qatar

Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon met with HH the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani in Doha on the sidelines of an extraordinary meeting of heads of Arab countries and

09:07, september 16

Tajik leader expresses satisfaction with positive developments in Tajikistan-Iran relations

On September 15, the President of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, met with the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian in Doha on the sidelines of an extraordinary meeting of heads

16:20, september 15

Kyrgyz parliament speaker visits Tajikistan, meets with Tajikistan’s Majlisi Milli speaker

The Speaker of Kyrgyzstan’s Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, arrived in Dushanbe on September 15 for an official visit.

15:51, september 15

Tajik students can now apply for Russian university quotas

Application campaign for 2025–2026 academic year opens with 1,000 spots reserved for Tajikistan.

15:14, september 15

KazakhExport provides US$6 million in support to Tajik importers

Kazakhstan’s Export Credit Agency, KazakhExport, has released its performance results for the first half of 2025, reporting record-high support for the country’s non-resource exports.

14:52, september 15

Dushanbe to host international symposium and festival of Hisor sheep

On September 18–19, 2025, Dushanbe will host the International Symposium on Fat-Tailed Sheep Breeds along with a festival-exhibition dedicated to the Hisor breed.

14:29, september 15

US officials hold talks in Kabul over Americans detained in Afghanistan

Citing the Taliban administration, Reuters reports that U.S. officials have held talks with the authorities in Kabul over Americans detained in Afghanistan.

14:12, september 15

Deputy finance minister appointed head of Tajikistan’s Mountaineering and Sport Climbing Federation

The Federation of Mountaineering and Sport Climbing of Tajikistan has elected Deputy Finance Minister Dilshod Saidzoda as its new chairman.

13:48, september 15

Why Dushanbe–Dubai flights are now daily: beyond shopping and tourism

From trade and startups to migration and global connectivity, the route reflects broader regional shifts.