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Tajkistan, Economy

14:00, june 2, 2025

What purposes do Tajikistanis take loans for?

In recent years, there has been a growth in the number of loans issued in Tajikistan. Banks and microfinance organizations offer various programs — from consumer loans to business credits.

10:40, june 2, 2025

Milk prices in Tajikistan nearly triple over a decade amid rising imports and persistent supply gaps

Milk prices in Tajikistan have nearly tripled over the past ten years, reflecting broader food inflation trends despite steady growth in domestic production.

16:37, may 30, 2025

A two-way trade between Tajikistan and Kazakhstan last year valued at more than US$1.2 billion

The bilateral trade between Tajikistan and Kazakhstan rose 7.4 percent in a year to December 31, 2024, reaching over US$1.2 billion.

12:39, may 30, 2025

Six steps to developing Islamic finance in Tajikistan

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) published a report titled “The Future of Islamic Finance in Central Asia” .

12:09, may 30, 2025

Prices for vegetables and fruits increased in Tajikistan despite production growth

Over the first four months of this year, Tajikistan has recorded a rise in prices for major groups of food products.

15:26, may 29, 2025

National Bank of Tajikistan denies reports of cryptocurrency exchange launch

The National Bank of Tajikistan (NBT) has officially denied recent reports circulating online about the launch of a cryptocurrency exchange in the country.

16:46, may 28, 2025

FAO highlights need to protect bees in Tajikistan for sustainable agriculture

In 2024, Tajikistan produced 4,800 tons of honey—just 0.47 kg per capita—falling short of growing domestic demand.

14:40, may 28, 2025

Water doesn’t reach the fields, and loans don’t reach the farmers: systemic crisis in Tajikistan’s agrarian sector

Tajikistan’s agrarian sector is facing a number of serious problems threatening the country’s food security and sustainable development.

15:37, may 27, 2025

Tajikistan’s transport minister proposes digitizing transit documents for ECO member nations

Azim Ibrohim, the Minister of Transport of Tajikistan, has emphasized the need to digitize transit documents among the member nations of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) to enhance the

15:11, may 27, 2025

Property taxes in Central Asian capitals: Who pays more?

The property tax systems in Central Asia's capitals differ significantly, making direct comparisons challenging.

14:29, may 27, 2025

Tajikistan targets strategic partnerships with leading global AI companies

On May 26, Tajikistan’s Minister of Industry and New Technologies, Sherali Kabir, recently met with delegations from Presight AI (UAE) and Scale AI (USA) — two major players in the

11:26, may 27, 2025

Tajikistan’s districts suffering the highest electricity losses amid collection shortfalls

Tajikistan experienced significant electricity losses in 2024, totaling 4.5 billion kilowatt-hours, or 20% of production. Over the first quarter of 2025 alone, losses amounted to 1.

10:55, may 26, 2025

ADB Vice-President to Visit Tajikistan

The Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) Vice-President Yingming Yang on Wednesday will start a three-day official visit to Tajikistan – his first to the country. Mr.

14:38, may 22, 2025

Tajik telecom operators earn over US$105 million over the first quarter of this year

The telecommunications industry in Tajikistan has generated more than 1.

09:58, may 22, 2025

Sanoatsodirotbonk expands international economic cooperation

Tajikistan’s industrial and export bank Sanoatsodirotbonk (Industry & Export Bank) is stepping up its international cooperation efforts, following a key bilateral meeting with the Saudi

16:43, may 21, 2025

The dollar loses 1.1 percent of its value against the Tajik national currency over the past week

The dollar (USD) has lost 1.1 percent of its value against the Tajik national currency, the somoni (TJS), over the past week.

14:41, may 21, 2025

Tajikistan’s external debt decreases by US$87 million in three months

Tajikistan’s external debt has declined by US$87 million over the first quarter of 2025, reaching a total of US$3.1 billion as of April 1, the Ministry of Finance (MoF) reported.

14:21, may 21, 2025

Transport tax in Tajikistan rises sharply — vehicle inspection becomes more expensive

Starting May 18, 2025, new increased rates for the transport tax have come into effect in Tajikistan.

10:48, may 21, 2025

Potato harvest begins in Tajikistan amid 20% drop in sown area

The potato harvest for the new season has officially started in Tajikistan, with over 5,500 tons collected since May 16.

15:50, may 20, 2025

Tajikistan asks Islamic financial institutions to step up support for major development projects

Tajikistan has called on the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group and other Islamic financial institutions to expand their support for the country’s key infrastructure and economic sectors.

12:35, may 20, 2025

Why don’t banks in Dushanbe accept foreign currency with minor damage?

Tajik banks often refuse to exchange foreign currency banknotes that have the slightest damage — a problem raised by Asia-Plus readers.

11:11, may 20, 2025

Korean Government supports 18 million USD for the better capacity against climate change and for the modernization of agricultural sector

The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and the Government of Tajikistan signed two Records of Discussion (RoD) in Dushanbe on May 16 to launch development cooperation projects in the

16:11, may 19, 2025

Tajikistan’s SMEs can drive economic diversification, says EBRD official

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Tajikistan have the potential to play a key role in diversifying the national economy over the next 5–10 years, Ms.

14:50, may 19, 2025

Tajikistan imposes seasonal restrictions on heavy trucks to protect roads

The government of Tajikistan has introduced seasonal restrictions on the movement of heavy vehicles to preserve road quality during the hot summer months, the Ministry of Transport (MoT) announced.

14:05, may 19, 2025

Tajikistan’s early cherry harvest shows strong yields, eyes export growth

Tajikistan is in the midst of its early cherry harvest, with farmers reporting a strong yield of large, juicy fruits.

10:01, may 19, 2025

Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan to restore bus routes and freight rail links

Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan have agreed to resume cross-border bus services and reopen freight railway routes, marking a significant step forward in bilateral cooperation after years of border-related

16:54, may 16, 2025

Dushanbe hosts international conference on Tajikistan’s green economy transition

On May 15, Dushanbe hosted the international scientific-practical conference titled “Green Economy in the Context of Climate Change: Transformation for Sustainable Development” , focused

14:48, may 16, 2025

Construction of second phase of the armored vehicle assembly plant launched in Danghara

On Friday May 16, during a working visit to Danghara district, President Emomali Rahmon inaugurated the construction of the second phase of the Sipar Group (Shield Group) plant — a

10:48, may 16, 2025

CASA-1000 Intergovernmental Council approves key technical document at Dushanbe meeting

The Intergovernmental Council overseeing the CASA-1000 electricity transmission project held its latest meeting in Dushanbe yesterday, signaling a major step forward in regional energy cooperation

17:05, may 15, 2025

Money from thin air: Can Tajikistan profit from the carbon market?

As climate change accelerates and glaciers melt across Central Asia, Tajikistan is exploring an unexpected revenue stream—carbon trading.