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Tajkistan, Economy

10:32, january 23, 2025

Tajik-Sino Mining Company opens Chinese Language course at Istiqlol-based Technical College

On January 20, a Chinese language course was officially launched at the Vocational and Technical College in the Tajik northern city of Istiqlol (formerly Taboshar).

16:06, january 21, 2025

Tajikistan increases imports of sunflower oil from Kazakhstan

Between September and November 2024, Tajikistan increased its purchases of sunflower oil from Kazakhstan to 17,800 tons, surpassing the figures from the same period last season (17,160 tons) and the

15:15, january 21, 2025

EBRD last year increased its annual investment in Tajikistan four times

In 2024 the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) recorded a fourfold increase of its annual investment in Tajikistan by signing 23 projects worth €88 million (US$90 million).

15:09, january 20, 2025

What is hindering the development of business in Tajikistan?

On January 11, the President of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, signed a decree announcing a moratorium on all types of inspections of business entities.

14:21, january 20, 2025

Tajik agricultural products featured at the "Green Week" in Berlin

Tajikistan is participating in one of the largest international exhibitions, the "International Green Week 2025" (IGW), held in Berlin from January 17 to 26.

11:13, january 20, 2025

Sangtuda-1 hydropower plant began generating electricity seventeen years ago

The Sangtuda-1 hydropower plant generated its first electricity exactly 17 years ago, on January 20, 2008 On this day, the first unit of the Sangtuda-1 hydropower plant entered service ahead of

09:55, january 20, 2025

Tajikistan’s lemons: a fragrant contribution to the country’s economy

Tajik lemons are steadily securing a position in international markets. Despite a slight decline in export volumes, lemons from Tajikistan remain in demand in Kazakhstan, Russia, and Belarus.

10:08, january 17, 2025

A large cast iron production plant will be built in Sughd province

A major enterprise for the processing and production of cast iron will be constructed in the northern province of Sughd.

14:34, january 16, 2025

EDB: Central Asia shows impressive economic growth rates

The economy of Central Asia is growing 40% faster than the global average, revealing investment opportunities in the heart of Eurasia, reports the press service of the Eurasian Development Bank

10:35, january 16, 2025

Tajikistan’s national airline resumes flights from Dushanbe to Kulob

Tajikistan’s national air carrier, Tajik Air, has resumed flights from Dushanbe to the southern city of Kulob. Tajik Air operated the first flight on this air route on January 15.

17:50, january 15, 2025

WB to help Tajikistan connect schools to internet and expand access to digital public services

Tajikistan and the World Bank (WB) have signed an agreement to implement the Tajik Digital Foundations Project, according to the country’s Ministry of Finance.

15:18, january 15, 2025

We need a digital somoni: since Internet in Tajikistan is unlikely to Improve…

Kyrgyzstan is set to begin testing its digital som. When will Tajikistan introduce its digital somoni? Discussions about this in the country started four years ago.

09:25, january 15, 2025

The National Bank of Tajikistan offers rare commemorative coins for sale

The National Bank of Tajikistan (NBT) has announced the sale of commemorative and jubilee silver coins.

13:50, january 14, 2025

Tajikistan at the bottom of the International Logistics Efficiency Ranking

Tajikistan is ranked 124th out of 139 countries in the Logistics Performance Index (LPI). The country scored 2.5 points for the efficiency of its logistics infrastructure and customs procedures.

10:11, january 14, 2025

Tajikistan leads Central Asia’s nations with an ETI score of 53.6

Tajikistan claimed first place among Central Asia’s countries in the 2024 Energy Transition Index, an annual report published by the World Economic Forum (WEF).

09:25, january 14, 2025

Top 5 agricultural products driving Tajikistan's agricultural growth in 2024

In 2024, Tajikistan’s agricultural output reached 73.9 billion somonis, reflecting a 10.6% increase compared to the previous year.

15:58, january 13, 2025

Buses resume service between Khujand and the Russian city of Novosibirsk

Bus service between the Tajik northern city of Khujand and the Russian city of Novosibirsk has been reinstated after being suspended due to the pandemic.

16:14, january 10, 2025

Iran to collaborate with Tajikistan in manufacturing elevators escalators in Dushanbe

Discussions on establishing a joint venture with Iran for the production of elevators and escalators took place in Dushanbe, according to the Dushanbe Administration.

14:11, january 10, 2025

Transport minister criticizes poor performance of work on rehabilitation of the Qalaikhumb–Vanj road

Tajikistan’s Minister of Transport, Azim Ibrohim, has criticized the quality of work on the rehabilitation of certain sections of the Qalaikhumb–Vanj road, part of the international

10:48, january 10, 2025

IMF gives Tajikistan a favorable outlook

A recently released International Monetary Fund (IMF) report suggests that Tajikistan’s economy is flying high.

10:59, january 9, 2025

Tajikistan’s national air carrier to launch flights to Kulob and Panjakent

Tajikistan’s national carrier, Tajik Air has announced new air routes connecting Dushanbe with the city of Kulob in Khatlon province and the city of Panjakent in Sughd province.

17:14, january 8, 2025

Housing shortage in Tajikistan

Tajikistan ranks last among CIS countries in housing availability as of 2023, according to data from the Agency for Statistics under the President of Tajikistan and the CIS Statistical Committee.

17:08, january 8, 2025

EDB: Tajikistan anticipates strong economic growth, moderate Inflation, and stable currency

According to analysts from the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB), Tajikistan is projected to achieve real GDP growth of 8.

16:14, january 8, 2025

Tajikistan faces worsening electricity shortages

In early January, several regions of Tajikistan faced stricter electricity supply restrictions, leaving schoolchildren to study by candlelight and rural residents relying on firewood and dung for

15:32, january 8, 2025

LNG prices decrease in Tajikistan

In recent days, Tajikistan has seen a reduction in liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices. While a liter of LNG cost 7.50 somonis a week ago, as of January 7, the price dropped to 7.

11:07, january 8, 2025

A Trading House of Uzbekistan for construction materials opened in Dushanbe

On January 7, a Trading House of Uzbekistan for construction materials opened in Dushanbe, aiming to increase exports of construction materials and foster trade relations between entrepreneurs of the

16:03, january 7, 2025

Roghun shares sold 15 years ago: will dividends be paid?

Fifteen years ago, on January 6, 2010, Tajikistan launched a massive sale of shares to fund the construction of the Roghun hydropower plant.

15:24, january 7, 2025

Tajikistan authorities tighten truck weight control

From the beginning of 2025, Tajikistan has strengthened controls on the weight and dimensions of cargo trucks, according to the Ministry of Transport (MoT).

09:42, january 7, 2025

Work on the construction of a metro system in Dushanbe expected to start this year

The Ministry of Transport of Tajikistan (MoT) says construction of a light metro in Dushanbe is scheduled to start this year.

16:32, january 3, 2025

Rental property costs in Tajikistan increases from January 1

The concept of a minimum rental fee for real estate has been part of Tajikistan's legislation since January 1, 2023.