Tajkistan

On horseback and with binoculars: meet the only female forester in Tajikistan

Forestry work is a demanding and sometimes dangerous job — even more so for women.

09:56, december 15, 2025

Tajikistan to fine entrepreneurs for incomplete receipts

Entrepreneurs in Tajikistan will now face fines of up to 7,500 somonis if they issue receipts that lack mandatory information.

09:31, december 15, 2025

President Rahmon addresses International Forum on Peace and Trust in Ashgabat

On December 12, President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon addressed the International Forum on Peace and Trust in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, held as part of the “International Year of Peace and

17:51, december 13, 2025

SECURITY

Kyrgyz Border Service: 80% of the border with Tajikistan in Batken region is secured with wire fencing

Around 80% of the state border between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan's Batken region has already been equipped with wire barriers, according to the Border Service of the State National Security

17:38, december 13, 2025

By Tajikistan’s initiative, the UN General Assembly declares 2027 the International Year of Legal Literacy

On December 12, during its 80th session, the United Nations General Assembly unanimously approved the resolution titled "International Year of Legal Literacy, 2027," initiated by Tajikistan.

17:20, december 13, 2025

Pamir and Tien Shan glaciers are melting: can the ADB’s program save the region’s water?

Central Asia is increasingly dependent on the glaciers of the Pamir and Tien Shan mountains, which are rapidly melting.

16:20, december 13, 2025

The inspiring beauty of Tajikistan: 7 reasons to visit this country

Tajikistan is a land where time seems to stand still, preserved in the towering peaks of the Pamirs, the lively bazaars, and the aroma of fresh bread and honeyed fruits.

12:57, december 12, 2025

Forests are disappearing, and natural disasters in Tajikistan are becoming more frequent

Climate change poses a significant threat to the ecosystems of Tajikistan, particularly its forests.

12:04, december 12, 2025

Tajikistan and China open joint environmental laboratory in Dushanbe

On December 10, a joint Tajik-Chinese environmental research laboratory was officially opened in Dushanbe.

11:52, december 12, 2025

Bank Eskhata wins EBRD award for supporting women entrepreneurs

Bank Eskhata has been awarded a prestigious prize by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) under the Women in Business initiative, which focuses on supporting and developing

11:26, december 12, 2025

Tajikistan introduces recycling fee for mobile operators

The government of Tajikistan has introduced a recycling fee for mobile operators' base stations. According to government’s decree No.

11:21, december 12, 2025

The virtual is real: why Tajikistan is mobilizing to protect girls from technology-facilitated gender-based violence

The digital world, intended as a space for connection and opportunity, has become an increasingly hostile environment for women and girls, with online abuse now manifesting in severe real-world

10:43, december 12, 2025

Only four Tajik nationals acquired Russian citizenship in 2025

In 2025, only four nationals from Tajikistan have acquired Russian citizenship, the Russian news agency RIA Novosti reports , citing an undisclosed document.

10:23, december 12, 2025

Tajikistan and Turkmenistan leaders discuss cooperation

On December 11, President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon arrived in Ashgabat for a working visit to attend the Forum of Peace and Trust.

10:10, december 12, 2025

POWER

Tajikistan amends language law: Tajik to be used on signs, advertisements, and news conferences

On December 3, the Majlisi Namoyandagon (Tajikistan’s lower chamber of parliament) approved changes proposed to the "State Language Law" that regulate the use of the Tajik language

09:42, december 12, 2025

Tajik marine found in Crimea after 84 Years, his remains to be repatriated

After 84 years of being missing, the remains of a Tajik soldier who died in World War II have been found and will be returned to his homeland.

09:00, december 12, 2025

Funding for priority projects in Tajikistan, including Roghun HPP, discussed at roundtable in Riyadh

On December 9, within the framework of the Financial Development Conference in Riyadh, Tajikistan discussed attracting funds for the implementation of priority projects, including the construction of

16:20, december 11, 2025

Tajik health ministry confirms circulation of H3N2 flu, urges Caution but no panic

Seasonal flu strains A/H3N2 ("Hong Kong flu") and A/H1N1 ("swine flu") are currently circulating in Tajikistan, according to the Ministry of Health.

15:18, december 11, 2025

Low-quality Tajik coal, expensive Kyrgyz coal: demand surges along with prices

As electricity rationing tighten across Tajikistan, demand for coal has surged — especially in Sughd province, where Kyrgyz coal remains the most sought after.

14:43, december 11, 2025

LAW-ORDER

Members of organized gang linked to 11 Serious Crimes, including murder, detained in Dushanbe

Police in Dushanbe have detained four members of an organized criminal group responsible for a series of serious and particularly grave offenses committed since 2024 in the capital, as well as in

14:24, december 11, 2025

Fintech holding OSON launches B2B platform in Tajikistan, giving banks access to payments and transfers via Unified API

International fintech holding OSON, operating in Tajikistan under the EasyPay brand, has announced the launch of its B2B platform, OSON Business, in the country.

11:08, december 11, 2025

Rainfall reportedly brings some relief to Tajikistan's power shortages, but Citizens say blackouts persist

Tajik authorities state that recent rainfall in the country has helped increase water inflow to the reservoir powering the Nurek hydropower plant (HPP), allowing for improved electricity supply to

10:27, december 11, 2025

China demands Taliban investigate killing of its citizens in Tajikistan

China has called on the Taliban to conduct a thorough investigation into the recent killing of Chinese nationals in Tajikistan, following attacks launched from Afghan territory.

10:11, december 11, 2025

Tajikistan strengthens water resource oversight with Launch of National Water Council

Tajikistan has taken a major step toward sustainable water management with the inaugural meeting of its newly established National Water Council, held in Dushanbe on December 10.

09:52, december 11, 2025

Tajikistan’s sumanak cooking tradition recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage

The traditional culture of sumanak cooking in Tajikistan has been officially added to UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, the UN cultural agency

09:12, december 11, 2025

European Union and Tajikistan mark completion of long-term water-safety infrastructure in Istiqlol

The European Union and Republic of Tajikistan today marked the successful completion of two newly constructed pipelines in the city of Istiqlol (formerly Taboshar), an important milestone

16:33, december 10, 2025

Liquefied gas prices drop by over 1 somoni in Tajikistan

After two weeks of price hikes and supply shortages at fuel stations across Tajikistan, the cost of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) has decreased by more than 1 somoni per liter, according to the

15:50, december 10, 2025

“Digital Theater” forum in Dushanbe tackles online gender-based violence

A unique forum titled “Digital Theater” was held in Dushanbe to raise awareness about digital gender-based violence and how young people — particularly girls — can protect

15:16, december 10, 2025

Three Tajik coaches earn international judo certification

Three Tajik judo coaches — Muhammadmurod Abdurahmonov, Suhrob Abdurahmonov, and Komronshoh Ustopiriyon — have successfully completed training and passed examinations at the International

15:03, december 10, 2025