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14:57, today

Tajikistan ranks last among eleven post-Soviet countries in terms mutual investment

Tajikistan ranks 9th among eleven post-Soviet countries – Russia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Belarus, Georgia, Uzbekistan, Ukraine, Moldova and Kyrgyzstan -- in exporting foreign direct

13:37, december 24

Global coffee prices reach record high: how will this impact the Tajik market?

In 2025, coffee prices in Tajikistan could rise due to increasing prices on the global market.

15:49, december 23

FAO identifies barriers to digitalization of agriculture in Tajikistan

The main obstacles to the digitalization of agriculture in Tajikistan are limited access to mobile devices and the internet, a lack of knowledge about technology, and the absence of support and

14:03, december 23

One in seven hectares of land in Tajikistan is affected by Salinization

Approximately 1.4 billion hectares of land globally, or 10.7% of the world's total land area, are affected by salinization.

13:49, december 23

Tajikistan increased electricity exports by 10.5% in November

In November 2024, Tajikistan exported electricity worth approximately US$4.2 million to neighboring countries, a 10.

10:31, december 23

The AIIB allocates US$270 million to Tajikistan for the construction of Roghun hydropower plant

Tajikistan and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) signed an agreement for $270 million (1.

10:07, december 23

Expenditures of Tajikistan’s 2025 budget close to 51.6 billion somonis

Revenues of the national budget for 2025 are projected to stand at 49,582,169,000 somonis, which is 15.4 percent or 6.6 billion somonis more than the revenue part of the 2024 budget.

17:17, december 20

The Tajik energy minister on plans to increase capacity and reduce electricity losses

The Minister of Energy and Water Resources of Tajikistan, Daler Juma, discussed the country's ongoing efforts to expand energy sector capacity and reduce electricity losses in an interview with

10:55, december 20

Russian rating agency considers Tajikistan the most dependent on China among Central Asian nations

Experts from the Russian Analytical Credit Rating Agency (ACRA) says China's most relevant strategic objectives in Central Asia include creating transport corridors under the "Belt and Road

14:52, december 19

World Bank and Switzerland to help Tajikistan enhance digital services and improve digital skills

On Tuesday December 17, the World Bank approved a comprehensive project to enhance digital services and improve digital skills in Tajikistan, including dedicated interventions targeting rural areas.

14:39, december 19

Who will receive budgetary subsidies in Tajikistan next year?

Subsidies amounting to approximately 2.9 billion somonis (over US$265 million) have been allocated in Tajikistan’s 2025 republican budget.

09:58, december 19

World Bank supports Roghun HPP to improve access to affordable, reliable, and sustainable electricity in Tajikistan

On Tuesday December 17, the World Bank approved a $350 million International Development Association (IDA) grant as part of the first phase of a program to help Tajikistan finance the completion

14:58, december 18

ADB pledges continued support for Tajikistan's energy projects

On Wednesday December 17, Tajikistan's Minister of Energy and Water Resources, Daler Juma, met with Mr.

09:29, december 18

Tajikistan increases grain imports from Kazakhstan: over 1 million tons in 10 months

Over the first 10 months of this year, Tajikistan has imported over 1 million tons of grain from Kazakhstan, marking an 11% increase compared to the same period last year, according to the Ministry

17:01, december 17

Water scarcity and management failures leads to loss of arable land in Tajikistan

CABAR.asia says the problem of land falling out of crop rotation has become increasingly acute in Tajikistan’s agricultural regions in recent years.

15:56, december 17

New ADB Country Director for Tajikistan appointed

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has appointed Ko Sakamoto as its new Country Director for Tajikistan.

15:23, december 17

Power rationing introduced in GBAO for the first time in recent years

Electricity rationing has been introduced in the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region (GBAO) for the first time in recent years.

10:42, december 17

A new app in Tajikistan helps tourists explore the country

Tajikistan’s Committee for Tourism Development has introduced the Tajikistan Tourist Map mobile application to assist foreigners, the Committee’s press service says.

09:26, december 17

Tajik authorities announce tax breaks for 2025

In 2025, tax incentives will be provided under 17 provisions outlined in the "Law on the State Budget of Tajikistan for 2025.

15:09, december 16

The Presidential Reserve Fund to receive more than 685.680 million somonis in 2025

The Presidential Reserve Fund of Tajikistan is set to receive 685.686 million somonis (approximately US$63 million) from the 2025 state budget.

10:59, december 16

Tajikistan and Pakistan point out the importance of speedy implementation of the CASA 1000 Project

The press center of Tajikistan’s Ministry of Energy and Water Resources (MoEWR) says Tajikistan and Pakistan are interested in expanding cooperation in the water-energy sector, advancing the

10:18, december 16

Tajikistan and EBRD Sign Agreement to Establish Road Asset Management System

The Ministry of Transport of Tajikistan and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) signed a grant agreement worth US$500,000, the Ministry of Transport's press service says .

10:06, december 16

Consumer confidence in Tajikistan rises after three months of decline

In November 2024, Tajikistan's Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) rose to 150.9 points, interrupting a three-month decline, according to a study conducted by Freedom Finance Global.

09:27, december 16

Kazakhstan-based environmental organization claims that the Roghun Dam would be economic disaster for Tajikistan

The report, compiled by the Kazakhstan-based environmental organization Rivers without Boundaries claims that building the Roghun Dam in Tajikistan to its maximum projected height and

09:04, december 13

Tajikistan and South Korea discuss cooperation in mineral resources exploration

On December 9, Tajikistan hosted its first roundtable dedicated to cooperation between Tajikistan and South Korea in the field of mineral resources.

15:27, december 12

The growth outlook for Tajikistan raised from 6.5% to 7.3% this year, says ADB report

Asia and the Pacific’s economic growth will remain steady this year and next, but expected US policy changes under the incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump are likely to

14:49, december 12

Tajikistan needs money—a lot of money

At the COP29 climate summit in Baku, a decision was made to increase annual funding to combat the climate crisis to US$300 billion.

09:15, december 12

Tajik geologists discover 15 areas rich in rare metals

Tajikistan has identified 15 pegmatite zones through geological surveys, Mukhtor Fozilzoda, an official with the Main Geology Directorate under the Government of Tajikistan, said in an interview

10:06, december 11

Tajikistan grows over 1 million tons of potatoes, yet they remain expensive. Why?

Tajikistan has achieved record potato production figures over the first 10 months of 2024—1,139,936 tons, which is 20.

15:45, december 10

17 transport companies cease operations in Tajikistan

Seventeen transport companies in Tajikistan have ceased operations, Minister of Transport Azim Ibrohim announced during a meeting with the heads of transport enterprises that took place on November

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