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11:24, july 21, 2025

Tajik entrepreneur invests in construction of a cable manufacturing plant in Uzbekistan

A Tajik entrepreneur is investing in the construction of a cable manufacturing plant $10 million in the construction of a cable manufacturing plant in Uzbekistan's Fergana region, marking another

11:06, july 21, 2025

European Union and Tajikistan initial enhanced partnership and cooperation agreement

On Friday, July 18, the European Union (EU) and the Republic of Tajikistan have today initialed an Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (EPCA), marking a significant step forward in

10:37, july 21, 2025

Tajikistan achieves near full self-sufficiency in food production, except for fruits and eggs

Tajikistan has reached near-total self-sufficiency in food production, supplying its population with almost all essential food items—except for fruits and eggs—according to national

10:10, july 21, 2025

Direct flights between Samarkand and Dushanbe resumed

Direct flights between Samarkand and Dushanbe have officially resumed, with the inaugural flight taking off on July 20, Tajikistan’s state-run news agency Khovar reports , citing the Civil

09:46, july 21, 2025

How families in Tajikistan circumvent the law to marry off underage daughters

Although the legal age for marriage in Tajikistan is 18, courts continue to grant exceptions, allowing girls to marry at 17.

15:59, july 18, 2025

Seven reasons to invest in Tajikistan’s agrarian sector now

The government of Tajikistan, as part of its 2040 investment strategy, has outlined key areas for attracting investment in the agricultural sector, making it one of the most promising industries for

15:36, july 18, 2025

Dollar exchange rate in Tajikistan drops to six-year low

The official exchange rate of the U.S. dollar (USD) to the Tajik somoni (TJS), set daily by the National Bank of Tajikistan (NBT), has fallen by 1.2% this week, from 1:9.69 on July 14 to 1:9.

15:16, july 18, 2025

Visa-free regime between Tajikistan and the Commonwealth of Dominica now in effect

The agreement between Tajikistan and the Commonwealth of Dominica to lift visa requirements for holders of diplomatic, service, and regular passports has come into force as of July 17.

14:24, july 18, 2025

Tajikistan aims for 2.5x increase in foreign investment over the next 15 years

The Tajik government is targeting a 2.5-fold increase in foreign investment over the next 15 years, as outlined in the country's Investment Strategy for 2026-2040 , approved on June 30.

13:40, july 18, 2025

Tajikistan to increase electricity exports by 8.7% annually

Tajikistan plans to boost its electricity exports by an average of 8.

13:25, july 18, 2025

Tajikistan achieves record harvest of melons, grapes, and fruits in H1 2025

Tajikistan’s agricultural output for the first half of 2025 has reached a significant milestone, totaling approximately 24 billion somonis, marking a 9.

11:17, july 18, 2025

Two minor Tajik citizens returned home from Russia

Two minor Tajik citizens, who had been left without guardianship in Russia, have been safely returned to their homeland.

10:29, july 18, 2025

PDPT Central Executive Committee holds plenary session in Dushanbe

On July 17, President Emomali Rahmon, who is also Chairman of the People's Democratic Party of Tajikistan (PDPT), delivered a speech at the plenary session of the party's Central Executive

10:04, july 18, 2025

Tajikistan to begin digital transformation of agriculture with FAO support

Tajikistan has approved the Agricultural Digitalization Program for 2025-2029 , developed with the support of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).

09:20, july 18, 2025

ADB to support modernization of Tajikistan’s social insurance system

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a US$500,000 technical assistance grant to support the Government of Tajikistan in preparing for the modernization and digitalization of its state social

16:35, july 17, 2025

Extreme heatwaves threaten Central Asia: impact on economy and public health

Cities across Central Asia, including Tajikistan, are set to experience a significant rise in temperatures, according to a new report from the World Bank.

15:43, july 17, 2025

Trump plans tariffs on imports from 150 countries: will Tajikistan be affected?

The United States is set to introduce new tariffs of 10-15% on goods imported from more than 150 countries, President Donald Trump announced in an interview with Real America's Voice , as

15:17, july 17, 2025

The 12-day war between Israel and Iran: causes and consequences for Central Asia

From June 13 to 25 of this year, the situation in the Middle East dramatically worsened with Israel's military aggression against the Islamic Republic of Iran.

14:42, july 17, 2025

President of Mongolia to pay a state visit to Tajikistan next week

As part of his tour of Central Asia, the President of Mongolia, Khurelsukh Ukhnaa will visit Tajikistan at the invitation of Tajikistan’s President Emomali Rahmon.

10:57, july 17, 2025

Young pianist Samir Abdurazakov on what it's like to be a star at 16

Samir Abdurazakov, a talented young pianist of international caliber, finalist of the prestigious Unga Solister competition in Sweden, and nominee for the international title of Young Steinway

10:25, july 17, 2025

Tajikistan and Uzbekistan reach agreement on Roghun hydroelectric power supplies

The Government of Tajikistan has approved a draft agreement with Uzbekistan regarding the delivery of electricity from the Roghun hydropower plant (HPP).

09:48, july 17, 2025

Armenia applies for membership in Shanghai Cooperation Organization

Novosti Armenia reports that according to Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, Armenia has officially applied for full membership in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO).

09:04, july 17, 2025

Asia-Plus and Re-skill launch partnership to train neural network for Tajik speech

Asia-Plus Media Group and the startup Re-skill have announced the beginning of a partnership aimed at training a neural network for Tajik speech recognition and synthesis.

16:31, july 16, 2025

"We trusted in God and rushed to help": how five Tajik migrants saved a family in Istra

In recent days, a video has been circulating on social media showing a group of Tajik young men in Russia rescuing women and children from drowning in a reservoir in the city of Istra.

14:38, july 16, 2025

S&P begins preparations for sovereign credit rating of Tajikistan

International credit rating agency Standard & Poor’s (S&P) has initiated the process of preparing the sovereign credit rating for Tajikistan, according to the press service of the

14:10, july 16, 2025

Central Asia faces looming “gas famine”: struggling to meet growing energy demands

Central Asia is grappling with a growing gas shortage as the region struggles to meet its increasing energy needs.

13:31, july 16, 2025

Water, sewage, and trash: how much residents of different regions of Tajikistan pay

In Tajikistan, the list of utility services includes, among other things, water supply, sewage, and solid waste disposal.

11:20, july 16, 2025

Iran urges SCO to play central role in tackling state terrorism, other threats

Iran’s Foreign minister Abbas Araghchi addressed his counterparts from the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)’s member states, calling for a more active role by the Organization in

11:06, july 16, 2025

Top Tajik diplomat participates in SCO foreign ministers’ meeting in China

Tajikistan’s Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhiddin participated in a meeting of the Council of Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member nations, which

10:10, july 16, 2025

Press secretaries of government agencies to strengthen trusting relations with journalists

On July 15, the National Library of Tajikistan hosted the presentation of the second phase of the project, Strengthening the Capacity of Press Services and Their Interaction with the Media.