Tajkistan

Tajikistan and Iran discuss upcoming intergovernmental commission meeting in Dushanbe

On October 22, 2025, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Tajikistan's Minister of Energy and Water Resources, Daler Juma, and Iran's Minister of Energy, Abbas Aliabadi, held discussions on the upcoming

16:57, october 23, 2025

Tajikistan achieves a fairly low score in implementing the EITI standard

Tajikistan has received a relatively low score of 55 points from the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) Council.

16:04, october 23, 2025

Starlink in Tajikistan: will internet become more accessible and higher quality for residents?

Asia-Plus spoke with the CEO of Tajiktelecom Bakhrovar Abdusattorzoda about the details of the agreement and how it will affect the quality, cost, and availability of the internet, particularly in

15:47, october 23, 2025

Eurasian Development Bank unveils strategy for warehouse infrastructure development in Tajikistan

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) has aligned its regional warehouse infrastructure agenda with Tajikistan's national priorities, emphasizing the establishment of logistics and wholesale

14:46, october 23, 2025

Foreign nationals detained in Dushanbe for begging and witchcraft

Dushanbe police have detained a group of foreign nationals who were found to be violating the country's immigration laws.

11:04, october 23, 2025

President inaugurates a number of social and economic facilities in Vose district

President Emomali Rahmon began his working tour of the Khatlon region on October 22 with a visit to Vose district, where he inaugurated a series of major social and economic facilities aimed at

10:21, october 23, 2025

POLITICS

Eurasian Development Bank urges Central Asia’s nations to deepen economic ties with India

Central Asian countries should intensify their economic and strategic cooperation with India to unlock greater regional trade and investment potential, according to a new report by the Eurasian

10:02, october 23, 2025

Tajik workers begin employment in South Korea under EPS program

Tajikistan has officially launched the employment of its citizens in South Korea under the Employment Permit System (EPS), a government-to-government initiative implemented in partnership with South

17:19, october 22, 2025

Sangtuda-2 hydropower plant to remain under Iranian management until 2032

Tajikistan and Iran have agreed to extend the investment repayment period for the Sangtuda-2 Hydroelectric Power Plant (HPP) by an additional 6 years and 4 months.

16:46, october 22, 2025

US Congress members call for C5+1 summit with Central Asian countries

House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on South and Central Asia Ranking Member, Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove, and Chair, Congressman Bill Huizenga, on October 20 sent a letter to President Trump

16:03, october 22, 2025

Is labor migration from Tajikistan coming to an end? We checked the EDB's predictions

According to analysts from the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB), the first signs of a steady decline in labor migration from Tajikistan may appear within the next 10 years, with the complete cessation

15:12, october 22, 2025

Tajikistan and Russia to sign agreement on legal status of interior ministry and migration offices

Tajik President Emomali Rahmon has approved a draft agreement with the Russian Federation concerning the legal status of representations of competent authorities dealing with internal affairs and

14:51, october 22, 2025

Tajikistan’s interior ministry denies claims the suspect in murder attempt is Tajik citizen

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Tajikistan has refuted reports that the suspect in a murder attempt on a Russian woman in Kazan, the capital of Russia’s Tatarstan Republic, is a Tajik

14:29, october 22, 2025

HPV vaccination for girls continues in Tajikistan, but some residents oppose it

Starting October 1, Tajikistan has been rolling out a vaccination campaign for girls aged 10–14 against the human papillomavirus (HPV), a leading cause of cervical cancer, one of the most

14:08, october 22, 2025

“You will answer for these lips in the Afterlife”: Tajik mufti criticizes Botox and tattoos

The Chairman of the Council of Ulema (Shuroi Ulamo) of Tajikistan, Saidmukarram Abduqodirzoda, has voiced concern over the growing popularity of cosmetic procedures and tattoos among Tajik citizens,

11:17, october 22, 2025

Tajik racer Abduolloyev eyes UAE Formula 4 after dominating karting season in China

Tajik karting driver Bezhan Abduolloyev continues his winning streak in China, securing another decisive victory at the 4th round of the FIA China Racing Karting Championship (CRKC) 2025 .

10:46, october 22, 2025

EU–Tajikistan 15th Human Rights Dialogue focuses on addressing shortcomings

The European Union (EU) and Tajikistan held their 15th Human Rights Dialogue in Brussels on October 17, discussing progress and persistent challenges in key areas of human rights and the rule of

10:22, october 22, 2025

Tajikistan imports new batch of pedigree cattle from Russia

Tajikistan has imported 60 head of pedigree Holstein cattle from Russia’s Kursk region — the second shipment this year.

09:59, october 22, 2025

Chinese legal scholars share experience in judicial reforms with Tajik colleagues

A delegation of professors from the China University of Political Science and Law visited Tajikistan to share China’s experience in legal and judicial reforms, digital justice, and legal

09:28, october 22, 2025

The Team Europe Initiative Working Group holds first meeting on water, energy and climate change

The first meeting of the Team Europe Initiative (TEI) Working Group on Water, Energy, and Climate Change was held in Dushanbe on October 20, bringing together representatives from Kazakhstan,

16:58, october 21, 2025

Tajikistan launches first-ever green government bonds

Tajikistan has officially entered the green finance market with the successful issuance of its first medium-term green government bonds, according to the Ministry of Finance.

16:02, october 21, 2025

Tcell recognized by Ookla as the fastest mobile network in Tajikistan

Tcell is proud to announce that it has been recognized by Ookla as the fastest mobile network in Tajikistan for the first half of 2025.

15:52, october 21, 2025

Tajik transport minister orders urgent measures to tackle traffic congestion in Dushanbe

Tajikistan’s Minister of Transport, Azim Ibrohim, has instructed key agencies to urgently develop and submit proposals aimed at reducing traffic congestion, particularly in Dushanbe and other

15:10, october 21, 2025

Dushanbe to host 8th French Film Festival featuring acclaimed dramas and documentaries

The 8th French Film Festival will take place in the Diar Dushanbe cultural center from October 27 to 31, showcasing a diverse lineup of French cinema including documentaries, dramas, comedies, and

14:34, october 21, 2025

Dushanbe to host two Asian Judo Cups next month, spotlighting the sport’s rising stars

This autumn, the Tajik capital will become a major hub for young judo talent from across Asia.

14:19, october 21, 2025

Tajikistan and Russia sign landmark agreements to expand legal cooperation and protect migrant rights

The Prosecutors General of Tajikistan and Russia, Habibullo Vohidzoda and Alexander Gutsan, have signed two major agreements in Dushanbe aimed at strengthening legal cooperation and ensuring the

11:27, october 21, 2025

Rahmon: CIS prosecutors' cooperation strengthens regional rule of law and security

On Tuesday October 21, President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon met with the heads of delegations from the prosecutor-generals' offices of CIS member states, who gathered in Dushanbe for the 35th

10:53, october 21, 2025

Tajikistan ranks lowest in GDP per capita among post-Soviet nations

Tajikistan has the lowest nominal GDP per capita among all post-Soviet countries, according to newly released data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

09:59, october 21, 2025

SECURITY

Central Asian defense chiefs forge closer military ties at landmark meeting in Samarkand

Central Asian defense ministers met in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, on October 20, 2025, for the first time to discuss expanding military cooperation, joint training, and regional security.

09:41, october 21, 2025