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Tajikistan upgraded to Tier 2 in U.S. Human Trafficking Report, but faces significant challenges

The Government of Tajikistan has made significant progress in its efforts to combat human trafficking, earning an upgrade to Tier 2 in the U.S.

13:36, november 4, 2025

CENTRAL ASIA

Uzbekistan introduces visa-free regime for U.S. citizens

Starting January 1, 2026, U.S. citizens will be able to visit Uzbekistan without a visa for up to 30 days.

13:24, november 4, 2025

WORLD

Maldives imposes smoking ban for citizens born on or after January 1, 2007

The Maldives has officially banned the purchase, sale, and use of tobacco products for citizens born on or after January 1, 2007.

11:11, november 4, 2025

POWER

President appoints new leaders at key institutions, including universities and prosecutor’s office

In a series of recent government decrees, President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon has announced a series of high-level appointments across various sectors, including the Prosecutor General’s

10:48, november 4, 2025

Jailed journalist transferred to Dushanbe-based prison No.1, still awaiting surgery

The health condition of imprisoned journalist Abdusattor Pirmuhammadzoda continues to raise serious concerns.

10:16, november 4, 2025

Former chief of Tajikistan’s prison system, General Izzatullo Sharifzoda, dies in Dushanbe

Colonel-General Izzatullo Sharifzoda, former head of Tajikistan’s Main Directorate for the Execution of Criminal Sentences (GUIN), has died at the age of 71.

09:28, november 4, 2025

Central Asia-US summit should focus on addressing region’s growing repression, says HRW statement

Governments attending the Central Asia-US summit on November 6, 2025, should focus on improving their human rights records amid discussions of economic and security cooperation, Human Rights Watch

09:10, november 4, 2025

Tajikistan and Russia to launch $150 million cotton industry cluster

Tajikistan, in partnership with the Russian BTK consortium, is launching the country’s largest full-cycle light industry cluster—from cotton cultivation to garment manufacturing.

17:08, november 3, 2025

Over 1,000 earthquakes recorded in Central Asia and Afghanistan in one month

According to Volcano Discovery , a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.3 struck Afghanistan on the night of November 3.

16:49, november 3, 2025

Emomali Rahmon to attend international summits in Qatar and the United States

President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon departed for the State of Qatar on November 3 for an official visit to take part in the Second World Summit on Social Development, according to the Tajik

16:22, november 3, 2025

“I’m tired of staying silent”: young woman in Varzob speaks out on disability barriers

At 29, Lailo Mamadyorova lives every day with cerebral palsy, yet her voice has grown louder than her obstacles.

15:41, november 3, 2025

CENTRAL ASIA

Uzbekistan to penalize abuse of artificial intelligence technologies

The Senate (Uzbekistan’s upper chamber of parliament) has approved legislative amendments introducing administrative liability for the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies,

15:14, november 3, 2025

Once-disputed section of the Isfara–Chorkuh–Vorukh road reopens to traffic

A once-disputed section of the Isfara–Chorkuh–Vorukh highway, long closed due to border tensions between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan, has officially reopened to traffic.

14:36, november 3, 2025

WORLD

World’s largest archaeological museum opens near Egypt’s pyramids

Media reports say Egypt has officially unveiled the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), a monumental cultural project two decades in the making.

14:12, november 3, 2025

Tourism in Tajikistan on the rise: number of foreign visitors up by 24%

Tajikistan continues to strengthen its position on the global tourism map. According to the Agency for Statistics under the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, nearly 1.

11:12, november 3, 2025

Tajik authorities respond to overnight earthquake

The Geophysical Service of the National Academy of Sciences of Tajikistan has released details about the earthquake that struck during the early hours of November 3 and was felt across the country.

10:56, november 3, 2025

Tajikistan national team heads to Riyadh for 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games

Tajikistan is preparing to participate in one of the key sporting events of the year: the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games, set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 7 to 21, 2025.

10:29, november 3, 2025

DISCOVER TAJIKISTAN

Lonely Planet names Tajikistan one of the world’s most inspiring travel destinations

Tajikistan has been recognized as one of the most inspiring destinations for hiking and wild camping in Lonely Planet’s prestigious Best in Travel 2026 list.

10:10, november 3, 2025

A celebration of flavor and tradition: Dushanbe marks World Food Day

On November 1, the gardens of the Serena Hotel in Dushanbe came alive with the sights, sounds, and tastes of the World Food Day Festival.

09:54, november 3, 2025

WORLD

Moscow legislature approves increase in work permit fees for migrants

The Moscow City Duma has approved an increase in the cost of work patents for foreign nationals, raising the monthly fee from 8,900 to 10,000 rubles starting next year.

09:31, november 3, 2025

Powerful earthquake in Afghanistan sends tremors across Tajikistan and Central Asia

At least eight people have been confirmed dead and around 180 injured after a powerful earthquake struck northern Afghanistan early Monday morning, according to local authorities.

16:47, november 1, 2025

Tajikistan issues new commemorative banknotes to mark 25th anniversary of the national currency

Tajikistan has introduced new 100 somoni banknotes to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the introduction of the country’s national currency, the somoni.

16:06, november 1, 2025

Somon Air launches direct flights from Dushanbe to Mineralnye Vody

Tajikistan’s privately owned air company, Somon Air, has announced the launch of a new direct flight route between Dushanbe and Mineralnye Vody, Russia.

15:38, november 1, 2025

SECURITY

Key threats to Central Asia’s security: Afghanistan, drought, and rising extremism

What are the main security threats to Central Asia in the coming years? How will rising extremism, climate risks, and the situation in Afghanistan impact the region’s future?

15:02, november 1, 2025

Tajik Foreign Minister holds bilateral meetings on the sidelines of UNESCO Conference

On October 31, 2025, Sirojiddin Muhriddin, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan and Chairman of the National Commission of Tajikistan for UNESCO, held a series of bilateral meetings on the

14:37, november 1, 2025

Tajik Foreign Minister addresses UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand

Sirojiddin Muhriddin, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan and Chairman of the National Commission of Tajikistan for UNESCO, delivered a speech at the 43rd session of the

11:44, november 1, 2025

Tajik citizens spend more on food than citizens of any other country in the Central Asian region

In Tajikistan, food expenses account for more than a third of household budgets — 37.1%, making it the highest proportion spent on food among all Central Asian and CIS countries.

11:40, november 1, 2025

Tajikistan's Foreign Ministry expresses concern over EU sanctions against Tajik Banks

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan has expressed deep concern and regret regarding the inclusion of several Tajik banks in the European Union's sanctions list.

10:35, november 1, 2025

Dehdal Glacier in Tajikistan shifts over 5 kilometers in 15 minutes

A massive section of the Dehdal Glacier in Tojikobod district (Rasht Valley in eastern Tajikistan) unexpectedly shifted more than five kilometers in just 15 minutes, according to specialists from the

10:14, november 1, 2025