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15:28, june 18, 2025

Tajikistan’s Embassy in Tehran assists citizens seeking to leave conflict zone

As the armed conflict between Iran and Israel enters its sixth day, the Embassy of Tajikistan in Tehran has issued official guidance for Tajik nationals seeking to leave the Islamic Republic.

08:50, june 18, 2025

USD/TJS exchange rate rises again after prolonged decline

After nearly two months of steady decline, the U.S. dollar (USD) has begun to rise again against the Tajik national currency, the somoni (TJS).

16:08, june 17, 2025

Flights to Iran cancelled: Varesh Airline and Somon Air suspend routes amid airspace closure

Charter flight to Ashgabat under consideration; Iranian youth football team and dozens of passengers stranded in Tajikistan Commercial flights from Dushanbe to Tehran operated by Somon Air

15:41, june 17, 2025

Starting July 1, Tajikistan to impose 20% customs import duty on mobile phones

From July 1, 2025 , all imports of mobile phones and smartphones into Tajikistan will be subject to a 20% customs duty , a change that analysts say could significantly impact both the market and

14:22, june 17, 2025

Tajikistan’s industrial boom masks deeper economic concerns

Tajikistan’s official statistics paint an impressive picture of industrial growth.

10:52, june 17, 2025

Sangtuda-1 HPP: agreement revised, Tajikistan and Russia lower tariffs, cancel debts

Tajikistan and Russia have signed a revised protocol to the agreement on cooperation in operating the Sangtuda-1 hydropower plant (HPP), significantly reducing electricity tariffs and annulling

10:19, june 17, 2025

First direct flight connects Dushanbe and Beijing

The capitals of Tajikistan and China are now linked by a direct passenger air route for the first time, following the launch of a new service by China Southern Airlines.

16:48, june 16, 2025

Price of liquefied petroleum gas drops nearly 1.00 somoni in Tajikistan — MoEWR cites export trends

The price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in Tajikistan has dropped by nearly 1.00 somoni per liter over the past week.

16:44, june 16, 2025

Tajik authorities fine nearly 4 million somonis for electricity theft in one month

In May alone, authorities in Tajikistan imposed fines totaling 4 million somonis (approximately US$370,000) on dozens of individuals and businesses accused of illegally using or stealing electricity,

13:58, june 16, 2025

Central Asia needs US$29.2 billion for water and climate infrastructure by 2030, says EDB Report

According to a recent study by the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) titled “Drinking Water Supply and Sanitation in Central Asia” , countries in the region will require US$29.

17:04, june 12, 2025

Uzbekistan to host the 4th CIS Islamic Banking and Finance Forum

The global Islamic finance community will join in Uzbekistan this June for the 4th CIS Islamic Banking and Finance Forum, organized by AlHuda Center of Islamic Banking and Economics (CIBE).

16:31, june 11, 2025

How the European Union is helping Tajikistan build a green economy

The European Union is helping Tajikistan transition to a green economy, opening up opportunities for sustainable agricultural and cotton industry development.

10:43, june 11, 2025

Tajikistan tackles potato farming challenges: from seeds to yields

In 2024, Tajikistan significantly increased its potato production, providing 120 kg per person annually, exceeding the standard consumption rate.

09:28, june 11, 2025

Tcell and MBAcademy join forces to enhance managerial competencies

Tcell, one of the leading telecom companies in Tajikistan, has partnered with MBAcademy, the management and business academy under the National Association of Managers and Marketers (NAMM), to foster

09:12, june 11, 2025

Central Asia’s agricultural sector facing heat this coming growing season

Central Asia’s harvest of winter wheat should be decent, but a forecast calling for dry and warm conditions throughout the summer is raising concerns about the region’s fall harvest,

16:41, june 10, 2025

Chinese mining alarms villagers in northwestern Tajikistan

Radio Liberty says living next to the Chinese-owned Zijin mines, villagers near Bor in eastern Serbia and Panjakent in northwestern Tajikistan face the same threat: poisoned air, degraded

11:55, june 10, 2025

Iran, Tajikistan sign MoU to facilitate railway transit

Citing Islamic Republic of Iran Railways (RAI), IRNA reports that Iran and Tajikistan have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to expand cooperation in railway transit.

17:04, june 9, 2025

Pension for migrants: what Tajik citizens can expect back home

The Tajik government has approved a resolution to establish a procedure for voluntary social tax payments by migrant workers, enabling them to secure pensions in Tajikistan.

10:25, june 9, 2025

Joint Statement of 4th India-Central Asia Dialogue (June 06, 2025)

The 4th meeting of the India-Central Asia Dialogue, which was held in New Delhi on June 6, 2025 under the chairship of the External Affairs Minister of India.

10:20, june 9, 2025

The 4th meeting of the India-Central Asia Dialogue was held in New Delhi on June 6; photo: ET Government.

Indian media reports say India and five central Asian countries have expressed interest in joint exploration of rare earths and critical minerals.

09:31, june 9, 2025

EBRD supporting upgrades to municipal utilities in Kulob

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is committing fresh funds to a major ongoing water and wastewater project in the city of Kulob in Tajikistan, says press release issued by

09:02, june 5, 2025

Tajikistan advocates for strengthening industrial sector within CIS, says Tajik industry minister

As part of its chairmanship in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), Tajikistan is focused on implementing a strategic course set by the heads of state of the CIS for the development and

16:38, june 4, 2025

10 meat vendors fined in Dushanbe for price gouging ahead of Eid al-Adha

In a recent inspection by the Dushanbe police, 10 meat vendors were fined for "unjustifiably raising prices" ahead of the Eid al-Adha holiday, the press center of the Dushanbe Police

15:29, june 4, 2025

The dollar’s decline against the somoni: rapid devaluation sparks concerns

Over the past ten days, the value of the US dollar (USD) against the Tajikistan's national currency, the somoni (TJS), has noticeably decreased.

16:50, june 2, 2025

Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan agree on joint operation of Bahri Tojik reservoir

Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan have agreed on the joint operation schedule of the Bahri Tojik reservoir, which powers the Qairoqqum hydropower plant in Tajikistan’s Sughd province, for

15:03, june 2, 2025

Trade imbalance: the gap between Tajikistan’s exports and imports has increased fourfold

Over the first four months of this year, Tajikistan’s external trade turnover has estimated at 3,114,100,000 U.S. dollars, which is 13.8 percent or 378.

14:00, june 2, 2025

What purposes do Tajikistanis take loans for?

In recent years, there has been a growth in the number of loans issued in Tajikistan. Banks and microfinance organizations offer various programs — from consumer loans to business credits.

10:40, june 2, 2025

Milk prices in Tajikistan nearly triple over a decade amid rising imports and persistent supply gaps

Milk prices in Tajikistan have nearly tripled over the past ten years, reflecting broader food inflation trends despite steady growth in domestic production.

16:37, may 30, 2025

A two-way trade between Tajikistan and Kazakhstan last year valued at more than US$1.2 billion

The bilateral trade between Tajikistan and Kazakhstan rose 7.4 percent in a year to December 31, 2024, reaching over US$1.2 billion.

12:39, may 30, 2025

Six steps to developing Islamic finance in Tajikistan

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) published a report titled “The Future of Islamic Finance in Central Asia” .