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09:42, january 7

Work on the construction of a metro system in Dushanbe expected to start this year

The Ministry of Transport of Tajikistan (MoT) says construction of a light metro in Dushanbe is scheduled to start this year.

16:57, january 6

What agreements will Tajikistan and Iran sign: some details of Pezeshkian's visit to Dushanbe

Masoud Pezeshkian, the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, is expected to make a visit to Tajikistan in mid-January.

15:21, january 6

The number of Central Asian migrant workers moving to East Asia and the West increasing

Unable to find work at home, millions of Central Asians have traveled to Russia over the years in search of better employment opportunities.

14:38, january 6

Tajikistan ranks 96th among 127 countries in IQ tests

Tajikistan with a score of 93.75 ranks 96th in a global intelligence ranking of 127 countries. The testing reportedly included 422 participants from Tajikistan.

14:21, january 6

A Tajik Islamist reportedly appointed to a leadership role in Syria’s defense ministry

Saifiddin Tajiboyev, a native of Tajikistan wanted in his home country for terrorism, mercenary activities, and participation in armed conflicts abroad, has been appointed commander of the operations

10:55, january 6

Iranian President to pay a working visit to Tajikistan

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian will visit Tajikistan on a working trip in January, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan.

09:52, january 6

Emomali Rahmon shakes up officials

President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon has conducted personal reshuffles in state institutions.

16:55, january 3

First endovascular brain surgery performed in Tajikistan

Doctors from Tajikistan's National Medical Center "Shifobakhsh," in collaboration with specialists from the Diagnostic and Treatment Center "Dastai Dil," have performed the

16:32, january 3

Rental property costs in Tajikistan increases from January 1

The concept of a minimum rental fee for real estate has been part of Tajikistan's legislation since January 1, 2023.

15:10, january 3

Avalanche hits GBAO’s Shugnan district; avalanche warning in effect until January 5

An avalanche occurred on January 3 at 5:40 am in the Suchon jamoat (community) of Shugnan district in the Gorno Badakhshan Autonomous Region (GBAO), Tajikistan’s Emergencies Committee reports.

14:59, january 3

Prices for NBT-produced gold bars surge by nearly 26% in 2024

Prices for gold bars produced by the National Bank of Tajikistan (NBT) are continuing to rise. The price of measured gold bars from the NBT reportedly rose 25.8% in 2024.

11:01, january 3

Artificial Intelligence is being taught in 10 schools in Tajikistan

How can the younger generation be prepared for a future where artificial intelligence (AI) increasingly permeates all aspects of life? Tajikistan seems to have found an answer.

10:34, january 3

Rockfall on the Dushanbe-Chanak highway damages several vehicles

On January 2, a rockfall occurred on the Dushanbe-Chanak highway near the village of Takfon in the Ayni district of Sughd province, damaging several vehicles.

10:20, january 3

Istanbul prosecutor’s office demands up to 15 Years in prison Sought for those linked to the terrorist attack at Crocus City Hall

The Istanbul Prosecutor’s Office demands prison terms ranging from 7½ to 15 years for five foreigners who, according to authorities, had contact with the suspected perpetrators of the

10:15, january 3

Telegram of condolences to the President of the United States of America Joseph Biden

On December 30, the President of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, sent a telegram of condolences to the President of the United States of America, Joseph Biden, which reads: "Your Excellency,

16:10, january 2

Tajikistan doubles export rental rate from January 1

As of January 1 this year, the export rental rate has been set at 4.

15:40, january 2

More than 23.5 million somonis expected to be spent this year for holding three republican contests

By president’s decree issued on January 2, 2025 three republican contests, namely “Furughi Subhi Donoi Kitob Ast” (Knowledge Is a Shine of Dawn), “Tojikiston -- Vatani Azizi

15:02, january 2

The Tajik national currency reportedly strengthens against major world currencies in 2024

According to the National Bank of Tajikistan (NBT), the Tajik national currency, the somoni, strengthened against several major currencies in 2024: 0.

14:47, january 2

What awaits Tajik migrants in Russia in 2025?

The upcoming year 2025 will bring numerous changes for migrants planning to live and work in Russia.

10:38, january 2

Tajik migrants being 'held as slaves' on a remote farm in Russia’s Magadan region

Radio Liberty reported on January 1 that a group of Tajik nationals claim they are being forced to "work as slaves" on a remote cattle farm in Russia's Far Eastern Magadan region for

10:12, january 2

Five key achievements of Tajikistan in energy and water resources in 2024

The Ministry of Energy and Water Resources of Tajikistan (MoEWR) has highlighted significant achievements in the sector in 2024.

09:53, january 2

Dushanbe mayor instructs to seek grants for repairing dilapidated power grids and water supply lines in the capital

The Mayor of Dushanbe, Rustam Emomali, has emphasized the need to account for the city's growing population to attract more domestic and foreign investment, particularly grants for the

14:15, december 31, 2024

Season's Greetings from Asia-Plus

Dear readers, colleagues and partners! Please accept our warmest Greetings of the Season and best wishes of success in the coming New Year 2025!

12:17, december 31, 2024

Iran's education minister meets Tajik ambassador to discuss educational cooperation issues

Iran’s Education Minister, Alireza Kazemi, held a meeting with Tajikistan’s Ambassador to the Islamic republic of Iran, Nizomuddin Zohedi, in Tehran on December 29.

11:02, december 31, 2024

Illegal migrants given deadline to leave Russia

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree requiring foreign nationals unlawfully residing in Russia to either regularize their legal status or leave the country by April 30, 2025.

10:47, december 31, 2024

EDB identifies key risks for Tajikistan's economy in the next three years

Analysts from the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) have identified key external risks for Tajikistan's economy for 2025–2027.

10:25, december 31, 2024

Tajik man missing for 21 years found in Kazakhstan

A Tajik citizen missing since 2003 has been reunited with his family thanks to the efforts of law enforcement agencies in Tajikistan and Kazakhstan, the Interior Ministry’s press center says .

16:05, december 30, 2024

Thousands of faith healers and fortune tellers detained in police raids in Tajikistan

Tajikistan has detained thousands of faith healers and fortune tellers in an ongoing government clampdown, with the president praising the police raids.

14:30, december 30, 2024

Tajikistan and Pakistan discuss counter-terrorism cooperation

On December 30, President Emomali Rahmon met with Muhammad Asim Malik, the Director General of Pakistan's Interagency Intelligence Service, in Dushanbe, according to the Tajik president's

14:26, december 30, 2024

Tajikistan records lowest inflation rate in years of independence in 2024

In his address to a joint meeting of both chambers of parliament, President Emomali Rahmon stated on December 28 that inflation in 2024 stood at 3.