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16:07, today

Low interest in investment in Tajikistan: high risks and limited knowledge are key barriers

Experts explain that the low level of interest in investing in Tajikistan’s economy is primarily due to the high risks of losing investments.

12:08, today

Tajikistan showcases its tourism potential at MITT-2026 in Moscow

Tajikistan is highlighting its extensive tourism opportunities at the ongoing MITT-2026, the major International Travel and Hospitality Industry Exhibition in Moscow.

11:52, today

Tens of thousands of children and adolescents in Tajikistan suffer from obesity, according to World Obesity Atlas

Approximately 12,000 children aged 5–9 years and 20,000 adolescents aged 10–19 years in Tajikistan are affected by overweight or obesity, according to the new World Obesity Atlas 2026

11:36, today

Tajikistan’s shift to a 12-year education system reveals a key issue: 180,000 school places needed

Tajikistan's transition to a 12-year education system has revealed a significant challenge: the country’s schools are lacking approximately 180,000 student places.

11:18, today

Tajikistan's ministry of transport calls for increased readiness due to severe weather conditions

The Ministry of Transport of Tajikistan has urged all road enterprises to be on high alert and drivers to exercise caution due to the challenging weather conditions in the country.

10:27, today

Somoni under pressure: how currency exchange rates have changed since the start of the U.S.-Israel war on Iran

The exchange rates of major foreign currencies in Tajikistan have notably changed following the start of the U.S.-Israel war on Iran.

10:05, today

In Tajikistan, the Children's Ombudsman Has Changed

The Parliament of Tajikistan has dismissed Ms. Mijgona Bobojonzoda from her position as the Commissioner for Children’s Rights in the Republic. She has been replaced by Ms. Nigora Muqimi.

09:29, today

China’s shift to RESs poses threat to traditional natural gas producers

China’s rapid shift toward renewable energy sources (RESs) poses a threat to traditional natural gas producers like Russia, Turkmenistan, and Kazakhstan.

09:00, today

How is Tajikistan’s oldest woman doing?

A year ago, Asia-Plus published a report on the oldest woman in Tajikistan, Basimo Turayeva, who was 120 years old at the time.

16:53, march 11

Tajikistan shifts to self-sufficiency in HIV treatment drugs

Tajikistan is no longer experiencing a shortage of HIV treatment drugs, despite reductions in international aid programs.

16:15, march 11

Women are unable to enroll in the Islamic Institute of Tajikistan despite claims of equality

In Tajikistan, the “Guide for Applicants” published annually by the National Testing Center (NTC) specifies that document submission for enrollment at the Islamic Institute is only

15:35, march 11

Zsuzsanna Hargitai: Small Business Is the Key to Job Creation

Zsuzsanna Hargitai, Managing Director of the Small Business Finance and Development Department at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), paid a two-day working visit to

10:48, march 11

China to finance construction of nine border facilities along Tajikistan–Afghanistan border

China will finance the construction of nine border facilities in areas of Tajikistan bordering Afghanistan.

10:25, march 11

Government survey shows many Tajik families living near poverty line

A recent Tajik government report on living standards suggests that many households in the country are living close to the poverty line, reaffirming Tajikistan’s status as the poorest country in

09:27, march 11

200 women in Tajikistan eligible for presidential grants of up to 110,000 somoni

Tajikistan’s Committee on Women and Family Affairs has announced a competition for presidential grants aimed at supporting and developing women’s entrepreneurship in 2026.

16:46, march 10

Entrepreneurs importing goods from Iran report rising prices in Tajikistan

Attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran, as well as restrictions on the export of food products from the country, could lead to higher prices for Iranian goods in Tajikistan, local traders

16:12, march 10

Man detained in Dushanbe on suspicion of stabbing acquaintance to death following conflict

Police in Dushanbe have detained a 51-year-old resident of the capital, Tohir Rasoulov, on suspicion of intentionally inflicting grievous bodily harm resulting in death.

15:39, march 10

New institutes to be established at Tajikistan’s International University of Tourism and Entrepreneurship

On March 10, Tajik President Emomali Rahmon, who is also Head of the Government of Tajikistan, signed government resolutions establishing new state institutions at the International University of

15:02, march 10

Fishing production in Tajikistan falls by nearly 20%

At the beginning of 2026, Tajikistan recorded a noticeable decline in fishing production.

13:24, march 10

Tajikistan’s external trade deficit widens despite strong export growth

Tajikistan’s external trade deficit in goods widened to $579 million in January this year, compared with $478 million in the same month of 2025, according to the weekly macroeconomic review of

12:29, march 10

Sughd governor cites lack of funds for delay in construction of city of Sayhun in the province

The governor of Sughd province, Rajab Ahmadzoda, said the main reason for the prolonged delay in building the city of Sayhun is a lack of budget funds.

12:00, march 10

Asia-Plus Media Group donates more than 500 books to women’s penal colony in Nurek

On the occasion of International Women’s Day and Mother’s Day, the Asia-Plus Media Group organized a charity initiative, delivering books and essential supplies to the women’s

11:43, march 10

Somon Air resumes flights on Dushanbe–Dubai route

Tajikistan’s privately-owned airline, Somon Ai,r has announced the resumption of flights on the Dushanbe–Dubai–Dushanbe route starting March 11.

11:06, march 10

Tajik tourism companies sign more than 20 agreements at ITB Berlin 2026

Tourism companies from Tajikistan have signed more than 20 cooperation agreements with European partners during the international tourism exhibition ITB Berlin 2026, held in the German capital from

09:00, march 10

AI in Tajikistan's tax system: how technology is changing interactions with citizens and businesses

Digital transformation of government services in Tajikistan is gaining momentum, with one of the key developments being the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) within the Tax Committee's

09:30, march 7

“We consider Iran’s success our success, and its failure our failure”: views of Tajikistan’s public figures on the U.S.-Israel war on Iran

The U.S.-Israel war on Iran has deeply affected the citizens of Tajikistan, particularly its politicians and intellectuals.

16:23, march 6

More than 2.7 million Tajiks visited Uzbekistan in 2025 for tourism, medical treatment, and education

In 2025, over 2.78 million citizens of Tajikistan visited Uzbekistan for tourism, medical treatment, education, and trade, with the vast majority—2.7 million—traveling for tourism.

16:05, march 6

Recruitment tender

COUNTRY: REPUBLIC OF TAJIKISTAN NAME OF PROJECT: INTEGRATED PROGRAM FOR REDUCING THE USE OF HYDROFLUOROCARBONS AND SUSTAINABLE COOLING IN TAJIKISTAN The Government of the

15:53, march 6

Moody’s raises Tajikistan's credit rating to "B2" with stable outlook

International rating agency Moody’s Investors Service has upgraded Tajikistan’s long-term sovereign credit rating to "B2," with a "stable" outlook, according to the

14:26, march 6

Dushanbe Water Conference 2026 to focus on water management, climate change, and innovation

The 4th High-Level International Conference on the International Decade for Action “Water for Sustainable Development” 2018–2028 will be held in Dushanbe from May 25–28,

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