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Tajikistan and Russia to launch $150 million cotton industry cluster

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.

17:08, november 3, 2025

Over 1,000 earthquakes recorded in Central Asia and Afghanistan in one month

According to Volcano Discovery , a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.3 struck Afghanistan on the night of November 3.

16:49, november 3, 2025

Emomali Rahmon to attend international summits in Qatar and the United States

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

16:22, november 3, 2025

“I’m tired of staying silent”: young woman in Varzob speaks out on disability barriers

At 29, Lailo Mamadyorova lives every day with cerebral palsy, yet her voice has grown louder than her obstacles.

15:41, november 3, 2025

CENTRAL ASIA

Uzbekistan to penalize abuse of artificial intelligence technologies

The Senate (Uzbekistan’s upper chamber of parliament) has approved legislative amendments introducing administrative liability for the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies,

15:14, november 3, 2025

Once-disputed section of the Isfara–Chorkuh–Vorukh road reopens to traffic

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.

14:36, november 3, 2025

WORLD

World’s largest archaeological museum opens near Egypt’s pyramids

Media reports say Egypt has officially unveiled the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), a monumental cultural project two decades in the making.

14:12, november 3, 2025

Tourism in Tajikistan on the rise: number of foreign visitors up by 24%

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.

11:12, november 3, 2025

Tajik authorities respond to overnight earthquake

The Geophysical Service of the National Academy of Sciences of Tajikistan has released details about the earthquake that struck during the early hours of November 3 and was felt across the country.

10:56, november 3, 2025

Tajikistan national team heads to Riyadh for 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games

Tajikistan is preparing to participate in one of the key sporting events of the year: the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games, set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 7 to 21, 2025.

10:29, november 3, 2025

DISCOVER TAJIKISTAN

Lonely Planet names Tajikistan one of the world’s most inspiring travel destinations

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.

10:10, november 3, 2025

A celebration of flavor and tradition: Dushanbe marks World Food Day

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.

09:54, november 3, 2025

WORLD

Moscow legislature approves increase in work permit fees for migrants

The Moscow City Duma has approved an increase in the cost of work patents for foreign nationals, raising the monthly fee from 8,900 to 10,000 rubles starting next year.

09:31, november 3, 2025

Powerful earthquake in Afghanistan sends tremors across Tajikistan and Central Asia

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.

16:47, november 1, 2025

Tajikistan issues new commemorative banknotes to mark 25th anniversary of the national currency

Tajikistan has introduced new 100 somoni banknotes to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the introduction of the country’s national currency, the somoni.

16:06, november 1, 2025

Somon Air launches direct flights from Dushanbe to Mineralnye Vody

Tajikistan’s privately owned air company, Somon Air, has announced the launch of a new direct flight route between Dushanbe and Mineralnye Vody, Russia.

15:38, november 1, 2025

SECURITY

Key threats to Central Asia’s security: Afghanistan, drought, and rising extremism

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?

15:02, november 1, 2025

Tajik Foreign Minister holds bilateral meetings on the sidelines of UNESCO Conference

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

14:37, november 1, 2025

Tajik Foreign Minister addresses UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand

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

11:44, november 1, 2025

Tajik citizens spend more on food than citizens of any other country in the Central Asian region

In Tajikistan, food expenses account for more than a third of household budgets — 37.1%, making it the highest proportion spent on food among all Central Asian and CIS countries.

11:40, november 1, 2025

Tajikistan's Foreign Ministry expresses concern over EU sanctions against Tajik Banks

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan has expressed deep concern and regret regarding the inclusion of several Tajik banks in the European Union's sanctions list.

10:35, november 1, 2025

Dehdal Glacier in Tajikistan shifts over 5 kilometers in 15 minutes

A massive section of the Dehdal Glacier in Tojikobod district (Rasht Valley in eastern Tajikistan) unexpectedly shifted more than five kilometers in just 15 minutes, according to specialists from the

10:14, november 1, 2025

Ancient city of Andicharogh — one of centers of Khuttal — discovered in Tajikistan

Archaeologists in Tajikistan have made a significant discovery in the Langardara jamoat of Shamsiddin-Shohin district (Khatlon province): the ruins of the ancient city of Andicharogh, believed to

09:51, november 1, 2025

20 medals and a historic achievement: Tajikistan concludes the Youth Asian Games with a record

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.

09:32, november 1, 2025

POWER

Tajik government reviews draft national budget for 2026

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

09:11, november 1, 2025

POWER

Tajikistan developing new national nutrition program for 2026–2030

Tajikistan is in the process of drafting a new State Program aimed at improving population nutrition for the period 2026–2030.

16:54, october 31, 2025

Four Tajik players win top honors in international online chess series

Four representatives from Tajikistan have emerged as winners in their respective age categories in the international online chess series The Road to Dushanbe, held on the WorldChess platform.

16:23, october 31, 2025

Dushanbe hosts regional conference on "One Health" program

From October 29 to 31, the capital of Tajikistan hosted a regional conference and the first meeting of the Regional Coordination Council on "One Health.

15:39, october 31, 2025

From "Strategic Depth" to "Strategic Threat": Why the Conflict Between Pakistan and the Taliban Has Escalated

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.

14:53, october 31, 2025