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14:57, january 8

Tajikistan drops one position in the Global Passport Power Rank

Tajikistan is ranked 72nd in the updated Global Passport Power Rank 2025, dropping one position compared to the previous year.

11:07, january 8

A Trading House of Uzbekistan for construction materials opened in Dushanbe

On January 7, a Trading House of Uzbekistan for construction materials opened in Dushanbe, aiming to increase exports of construction materials and foster trade relations between entrepreneurs of the

10:50, january 8

A group of drug traffickers detained with 127 kg of narcotic drugs in Dushanbe

Officers of the Dushanbe Police Department have detained members of an organized criminal group involved in drug trafficking.

10:34, january 8

Emomali Rahmon extends condolences to Chinese President Xi Jinping over deadly quake

The President of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, has extended condolences to Chinese President Xi Jinping over the earthquake that struck China's Xizang Autonomous Region, according to the Tajik

17:42, january 7

Rahmon shakes up a number of regional administrators and officials within a number of central government bodies

On Tuesday January 7, Emomali Rahmon conducted a series of personnel reshuffles and held a meeting with newly appointed officials to key leadership positions in cities and districts of GBAO

16:03, january 7

Roghun shares sold 15 years ago: will dividends be paid?

Fifteen years ago, on January 6, 2010, Tajikistan launched a massive sale of shares to fund the construction of the Roghun hydropower plant.

15:37, january 7

Childcare fees increase in Tajikistan

Starting January 1, fees for services in state-run kindergartens in Tajikistan have increased.

15:24, january 7

Tajikistan authorities tighten truck weight control

From the beginning of 2025, Tajikistan has strengthened controls on the weight and dimensions of cargo trucks, according to the Ministry of Transport (MoT).

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