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Tajkistan, Economy

11:12, april 4, 2025

In 2024 alone, USAID spent US$60.3 million on Tajikistan

Among the countries of Central Asia and the EAEU, Tajikistan was the largest recipient of aid from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in 2024, followed by Armenia in

15:26, april 3, 2025

Tajikistan aims for full utilization of its hydropower resources, says Tajik minister of energy

The Minister of Energy and Water Resources of Tajikistan, Daler Juma, stated that the country's hydropower potential exceeds 500 billion kWh per year, of which only 4% is currently being utilized.

14:43, april 3, 2025

Tajikistan successfully completes EBRD's climate transition planning program

On April 2, an event was held at the National Bank of Tajikistan (NBT) to mark the successful completion of the Climate Transition Planning Program.

16:32, april 2, 2025

Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan complete work on CASA-1000 project, Afghanistan and Pakistan to complete by 2027

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16:04, april 2, 2025

Soon, citizens of Tajikistan will become wealthier or fall into poverty

The middle class is a category of the population with a living standard above the minimum and with a focus on development, considered the driving force of the economy.

15:21, april 2, 2025

79% of water in Central Asia used for irrigation, says EDB and UNIDO Report

Irrigated agriculture consumes 79% of all water resources in Central Asia – 100.4 cubic meters out of 127.3 cubic kilometers per year.

15:08, april 2, 2025

Khatlon province faces locust infestations

The fields in the mountainous areas of Khatlon province have been invaded by Moroccan locusts.

14:17, april 2, 2025

EBRD launches demonstration sites for green economy projects in Khatlon province

On April 1, a formal opening of two demonstration sites took place in Bokhtar, showcasing innovative solutions in sustainable energy and agriculture.

09:23, april 2, 2025

Iron ore enrichment plant to be built in Tajikistan

President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon laid the foundation stone for a new iron ore enrichment plant of the Closed Joint-Stock Company (CJSC) Tajik Metallurgical Combine in Bobojon-Ghafourov district

13:58, march 27, 2025

Tajik labor migrants can now secure pension benefits at home

The government of Tajikistan has adopted a resolution approving the procedure and amount for the voluntary payment of social tax by Tajik citizens working abroad as labor migrants.

09:54, march 27, 2025

Tajik authorities establish 'Benefit Sharing Fund' from Roghun HPP electricity sales

The government of Tajikistan has instructed the Ministry of Finance to open a special account titled the “Benefit Sharing Fund” from the sale of electricity generated by the Roghun

09:36, march 27, 2025

Residents of the Tajik-Russian Industrial Park to Receive Tax Incentives

A "special tax and customs regime" will be implemented in the territory of the Tajik-Russian Industrial Park in Dushanbe, according to the agreement on the park's establishment signed

10:17, march 20, 2025

Tajikistan is studying Russia's proposal for the construction of a small-capacity nuclear power plant

Tajikistan is studying Russia's proposal related to the construction of a small-capacity nuclear power plant in the country. The project is in the early stages of negotiations.

09:13, march 20, 2025

ADB, Tajikistan discuss ongoing project performance, 2025-2028 indicative program

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has programmed approximately 20 projects over the next four years in Tajikistan covering agriculture, urban development, social sectors, finance, public sector

15:45, march 19, 2025

Tajik president calls for reduction of loan interest rates

The leadership of Tajikistan annually addresses relevant departments and organizations about the inaccessibility of affordable loans for entrepreneurs, instructing them to solve this problem.

16:32, march 18, 2025

A unified power transmission line will connect substations in Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan

On March 14, Mr. Manouchehr Safarzoda, the Deputy Minister of Energy and Water Resources of Tajikistan, met in Dushanbe with Ms.

12:22, march 18, 2025

133 million somonis allocated in Tajikistan to develop animal husbandry, poultry farming, fish farming, and beekeeping

A total of 133 million somonis has been allocated for the implementation of the comprehensive state program for the development of animal husbandry, poultry farming, fish farming, and beekeeping in

14:23, march 17, 2025

Electricity rates to rise in Tajikistan from April 1

From April 1, 2025, electricity rates in Tajikistan will rise for residential customers and other consumers. According to government decree No.

11:52, march 17, 2025

Kyrgyzstan air carrier operates first flight on Bishkek – Khujand – Bishkek air route

On March 16, Kyrgyzstan’s air carrier, Asman Airlines, has successfully completed its first flight on the Bishkek – Khujand – Bishkek air route.

09:49, march 17, 2025

EU helps Tajikistan reduce electricity grid losses and provide ‘green transition’ through cotton

The EU Delegation to Tajikistan says the EU-EBRD joint project aims to improve the performance and governance of the Tajik power sector.

16:34, march 14, 2025

Butcher's shops in Dushanbe: how sellers set prices and what buyers are displeased about

Residents of Dushanbe have been complaining about the rising prices of essential goods, including meat. Since the start of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, food prices have once again soared.

15:10, march 14, 2025

A step back. How the closure of USAID affects Tajikistan's agrarian sector

The reduction of American financial aid is already being felt in Tajikistan, and this has inevitably impacted the agrarian sector.

14:36, march 14, 2025

Tajikistan intends to attract Saudi ACWA Power to build solar power plants

Tajikistan plans to attract investments from the Saudi energy company ACWA Power to build solar and wind power plants, the press center of the country's Ministry of Energy and Water Resources

16:37, march 13, 2025

A two-way trade between Tajikistan and Uzbekistan declining – what's the reason?

In January 2025, the bilateral trade between Uzbekistan and Tajikistan significantly decreased.

15:56, march 13, 2025

Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan resume direct flights between their capitals

On March 14, Somon Air will operate the first charter flight in nearly four years on the Dushanbe – Bishkek – Dushanbe air route.

10:30, march 13, 2025

Kazakhstan cuts imports of Tajik onions and garlic more than three times

In 2024, Kazakhstan significantly reduced its purchases of onions and garlic from Tajikistan, importing only 17,900 tons, which is 3.3 times less than in the previous year.

10:04, march 13, 2025

Iranian airline to launch special “Nowruzi” flights between Dushanbe and Kish Island

Iran’s Kish Airlines will introduce direct flights between Dushanbe and Kish Island to promote tourism and increase the number of foreign visitors during the Navrouz celebrations.

15:09, march 12, 2025

EBRD and ADB help to upgrade key transport route in Tajikistan

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is contributing to the development of trade and transport routes in Tajikistan by helping to finance the upgrading and expansion of the

14:06, march 12, 2025

Overhead pedestrian crossings to be built in Dushanbe

In December 2024, 17 pedestrian crossings were closed in Dushanbe. The Interior Ministry stated that they were too close to each other and were one of the reasons for traffic jams on the roads.

11:09, march 12, 2025

Tajikistan and China plan to resume direct flights between Dushanbe and Beijing

Tajikistan and China are set to resume direct flights between Dushanbe and Beijing.