Tajkistan

08:57, september 30, 2025

SOCIETY

Central Asia poised to become bridge between East and West, Tajik legal expert says

Central Asia is emerging as a region of growing strategic importance, with the potential to serve as a vital bridge between East and West in the coming decade.

17:09, september 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Eurasian Development Bank predicts decline in labor migration from Tajikistan to Russia

Tajikistan’s long-standing role as one of the world’s leading exporters of labor may gradually come to an end within the next three decades, according to analysts at the Eurasian

16:43, september 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Dushanbe to host international chess tournament for President’s Cup

Tajikistan will host a major international chess tournament for the President’s Cup from October 9-16.

15:44, september 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Which Tajik officials could be replaced by AI?

The idea of artificial intelligence taking on government roles is moving from science fiction into reality.

14:47, september 29, 2025

INCIDENTS

Case of woman accused of drowning her four children moves to Khatlon regional court

The criminal case of 28-year-old Madina Halimova from Farkhor district in Khatlon province, accused of killing her four young children by throwing them into the Surkhob River, has been finalized and

14:28, september 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Asia-Plus

A new medical facility has been inaugurated in the village of Jovidon, Vanj district of the Gorno Badakhshan Autonomous Region (GBAO), with funding from the Government of Japan amounting to nearly

14:07, september 29, 2025

ECONOMY

ADB to hold business opportunities seminar in Tajikistan

The Asian Development Bank (ADB), in partnership with the Tajikistan government, will hold a Business Opportunities Seminar in Dushanbe on October 16–17, 2025.

11:07, september 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Tajik lawmaker proposes social media ban for children under 14 — experts say it’s not the answer

Tajik lawmaker Dilnoza Ahmadzoda has proposed a controversial ban on social media use for children under 14, suggesting strict parental controls for teens aged 14 to 17.

10:42, september 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Qingdao Grand Prix: Tajikistan breaks into top 10 in international judo tournament

The 2025 Judo Grand Prix in Qingdao wrapped up with over 200 athletes from 26 countries competing for international ranking points and medals in one of the year's most prestigious judo events.

10:05, september 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Tourism in Tajikistan: what’s improved since 2020 – and what still holds it back

Tourism in Tajikistan: What’s Improved Since 2020 – And What Still Holds It Back Five years ago, Canadian traveler and researcher Christian Bleuer identified 25 key problems in

09:37, september 29, 2025

POWER

President Rahmon launches new industrial projects during visit to Vahdat

On Friday September 26, President Emomali Rahmon visited Vahdat Township, where he inaugurated several industrial facilities aimed at boosting local production and employment, the Tajik

09:16, september 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Romit Biosphere Reserve becomes part of the UNESCO’s World Network of Biosphere Reserves

On September 27, 2025, at the 37th Session of the International Coordinating Council of the Man and Biosphere Program in Hangzhou, China, the Romit Biosphere Reserve has officially been designated as

16:32, september 26, 2025

SOCIETY

Future leaders: what will participants discuss at Women in Tech Tajikistan 2025?

On September 27, the Women in Tech Tajikistan 2025 initiative will be officially launched at the IT Park in Dushanbe.

16:30, september 26, 2025

TAJKISTAN

The UN World Food Programme in Tajikistan invites to an online auction

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in Tajikistan invites you to participate in an Online Auction from Tuesday 30 th September to Monday 13 th October 2025, the auctioned assets are Light

16:00, september 26, 2025

POWER

Dushanbe Invest-2025: Tajikistan prepares to host major green investment forum in the region

From October 14 to 16, Dushanbe will become the focal point for global investors, entrepreneurs, and experts.

15:30, september 26, 2025

SOCIETY

National children TB hospital funded by Germany inaugurated in Tajikistan

The Machiton Tuberculosis Center for Children was officially inaugurated on September 26 in a ceremony led by Tajik President Emomali Rahmon and German Ambassador to Tajikistan York Schuegraf,

14:39, september 26, 2025

ECONOMY

Who builds roads in Tajikistan and with what funding?

Tajikistan’s road infrastructure was ranked the highest quality in Central Asia in 2024, according to the World Economic Forum’s road quality index.

13:52, september 26, 2025

ECONOMY

Tajikistan launches program to boost apricot industry

A seminar titled "Promoting the Sustainable Development and Competitiveness of the Apricot Value Chain in Tajikistan" was held in Dushanbe on September 25, marking the start of a new

11:16, september 26, 2025

POWER

President Rahmon inaugurates pediatric tuberculosis hospital in Vahdat

On Friday September 26, President Emomali Rahmon of Tajikistan inaugurated a newly constructed Pediatric Tuberculosis Hospital in Vahdat as part of his official visit to the city, according to the

10:50, september 26, 2025

SOCIETY

Tajik official claims infectious disease cases surge in the country amid improved diagnostics

Tajikistan has recorded a significant increase in infectious disease cases in the first eight months of this year, with nearly 19,500 infections registered nationwide — a 22.

10:05, september 26, 2025

ECONOMY

Tajikistan and Turkiye vow to boost trade and economic cooperation

Tajikistan has announced plans to significantly expand its economic partnership with Turkiye, aiming to increase bilateral trade to US$1 billion.

09:40, september 26, 2025

SOCIETY

Tajikistan risks missing the 2028 Olympics amid absence from World Boxing

As 125 nations rally around the newly established global boxing body, World Boxing, Tajikistan remains on the sidelines — a move that could jeopardize its boxers’ participation in the

17:19, september 25, 2025

SOCIETY

Joint Iran-Tajikistan film premieres in Tehran: “Fish on the Hook” celebrates cultural ties

Iran’s Tehran Times reports that the joint Iranian-Tajikistani film The Fish on the Hook (Tajik: Mohi dar Shast ) had its private screening and premiere at the International Conference

16:28, september 25, 2025

ECONOMY

“190 kg of Glory”: heavyweight ram from Vahdat wins grand Prix at Hisor Sheep Festival

A 189.5-kilogram ram from the Sim-Sim farm in Vahdat took the top prize at the annual Hisor Sheep Festival, which celebrated the best of Tajikistan’s renowned Hisor sheep breed.

15:52, september 25, 2025

ECONOMY

World Bank urges Tajikistan to shift focus from migration to domestic growth

While Tajikistan has made notable progress in reducing poverty, the World Bank warns that the country’s economy remains vulnerable due to its heavy reliance on migration and remittances.

15:16, september 25, 2025

POLITICS

Tajikistan rules out joining Eurasian Economic Union at CIS summit in Dushanbe

Tajikistan’s Foreign Ministry has dismissed speculation that the country is preparing to apply for membership in the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), despite rumors circulating in Russian media

10:40, september 25, 2025

POLITICS

President Rahmon meets with French President Macron in New York

At the conclusion of his visit to New York, President of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, held a meeting with President of the French Republic, Emmanuel Macron, according to the Tajik president’s

10:17, september 25, 2025

SOCIETY

Housing rents in Dushanbe surge by 30% – a regional comparison across Central Asia’s capitals

Housing rental prices in Dushanbe have surged by nearly 30% over the past year, marking a significant shift in the Tajik capital’s real estate market.

09:35, september 25, 2025

SOCIETY

Tajik authorities explain why jailed journalist was denied surgery outside prison

The Main Directorate for the Execution of Criminal Sentences (GUIN) at the Ministry of Justice of Tajikistan has explained why imprisoned journalist Abdussattor Pirmuhammadzoda was not allowed to

16:07, september 24, 2025

SOCIETY

Polygamy in Central Asia: law vs. reality

Azattyq Asia , a regional department of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty ( RFE/RL ) for Central Asia, reports that this summer, Kyrgyzstan was rocked by a heated debate over the potential