Tajikistan

Country Tajikistan
Capital Dushanbe
Continent Asia
Currency Somoni(TJS)
Languages Tajik & Russian

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The Tajik people came under Russian rule in the 1860s and 1870s, but Russia's hold on Central Asia weakened following the Revolution of 1917. Bolshevik control of the area was fiercely contested and not fully reestablished until 1925. Much of present-day Sughd province was transferred from the Uzbek SSR to the newly formed Tajik SSR in 1929. Ethnic Uzbeks form a substantial minority in Sughd province. Tajikistan became independent in 1991 following the breakup of the Soviet Union, and experienced a civil war between regional factions from 1992-97. There have been no major security incidents in recent years, although the country remains the poorest in the former Soviet sphere. Attention by the international community since the beginning of the NATO intervention in Afghanistan has brought increased economic development and security assistance, which could create jobs and strengthen stability in the long term. Tajikistan is in the early stages of seeking World Trade Organization membership and has joined NATO's Partnership for Peace.

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Tajikistan - Wikipedia
Tajikistan - CIA World Fact Book
Tajikistan - BBC
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Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan sign historic border agreement after decades of disputes - EuronewsKyrgyzstan and Tajikistan sign historic border agreement after decades of disputes  Euronews

Tajikistan women speak up against government’s push for ‘national clothing’ - The HinduTajikistan women speak up against government’s push for ‘national clothing’  The Hindu

2025 UNODC Convenes Event on the National Experience of Tajikistan as part of its Webinar Series on ICSANT - UNODC2025 UNODC Convenes Event on the National Experience of Tajikistan as part of its Webinar Series on ICSANT  UNODC

Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan: Put Rights at Center of Border Deal - Human Rights WatchKyrgyzstan, Tajikistan: Put Rights at Center of Border Deal  Human Rights Watch

How China is Adapting to Tajikistan’s Demand for Security Cooperation - Carnegie Endowment for International PeaceHow China is Adapting to Tajikistan’s Demand for Security Cooperation  Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

The Authoritarian Roots and Implications of the Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan Border Agreement - The DiplomatThe Authoritarian Roots and Implications of the Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan Border Agreement  The Diplomat

Tajikistan - Return Migrant Survey (Round 4 - December 2024) - ReliefWebTajikistan - Return Migrant Survey (Round 4 - December 2024)  ReliefWeb

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan shared the gold medals at the Manarbek Ikhsanov Junior Tournament - Asian Boxing ConfederationKazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan shared the gold medals at the Manarbek Ikhsanov Junior Tournament  Asian Boxing Confederation

Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan Reach Historic Border Delimitation Agreement - The Jamestown FoundationKyrgyzstan and Tajikistan Reach Historic Border Delimitation Agreement  The Jamestown Foundation

OSCE hands over IT and office equipment to Tajikistan’s Inter-ministerial Commission on Combatting Trafficking in Persons - OSCEOSCE hands over IT and office equipment to Tajikistan’s Inter-ministerial Commission on Combatting Trafficking in Persons  OSCE

Khatlon State Medical University Tajikistan & JAIN Group Bengaluru Collaborate to Redefine Medical Education - Business StandardKhatlon State Medical University Tajikistan & JAIN Group Bengaluru Collaborate to Redefine Medical Education  Business Standard

EU Pledges Steady Support for Tajikistan Ahead of Historic Central Asia Summit - Times of Central AsiaEU Pledges Steady Support for Tajikistan Ahead of Historic Central Asia Summit  Times of Central Asia

‘Entering Tajikistan & Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region’ - Garhwal Post‘Entering Tajikistan & Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region’  Garhwal Post

Iran president in Tajikistan amid warming ties - The Times of IndiaIran president in Tajikistan amid warming ties  The Times of India

Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan sign deal to end long-running border dispute - ReutersKyrgyzstan and Tajikistan sign deal to end long-running border dispute  Reuters

The UK commends the historic border agreement between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan: UK statement to the OSCE - GOV.UKThe UK commends the historic border agreement between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan: UK statement to the OSCE  GOV.UK

China falsely frames elections in Tajikistan as democratic, inclusive - Voice of AmericaChina falsely frames elections in Tajikistan as democratic, inclusive  Voice of America

Are aquatic plants really endangered in Tajikistan (core area of the Mountains of central Asia global biodiversity hotspot)? - ScienceDirect.comAre aquatic plants really endangered in Tajikistan (core area of the Mountains of central Asia global biodiversity hotspot)?  ScienceDirect.com

Kyrgyz president ratifies border deal with Tajikistan - Anadolu Agency | EnglishKyrgyz president ratifies border deal with Tajikistan  Anadolu Agency | English

Kyrgyzstan says to swap land with Tajikistan, ending years-long spat - The HinduKyrgyzstan says to swap land with Tajikistan, ending years-long spat  The Hindu

‘Eternal peace’: Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan border deal opens path to visa-free zone - This Week In Asia‘Eternal peace’: Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan border deal opens path to visa-free zone  This Week In Asia

Tajikistan lost 1,000 glaciers in 3 decades: Minister - The HinduTajikistan lost 1,000 glaciers in 3 decades: Minister  The Hindu

New Collaborating Centre for Nuclear Security in Tajikistan - International Atomic Energy AgencyNew Collaborating Centre for Nuclear Security in Tajikistan  International Atomic Energy Agency

The election in Tajikistan is unlikely to be democratic - The EconomistThe election in Tajikistan is unlikely to be democratic  The Economist

Kyrgyzstan & Tajikistan Border Deal - Drishti IASKyrgyzstan & Tajikistan Border Deal  Drishti IAS

Major defeat for Pakistan, ISI as Iran, Tajikistan take this big step in Chabahar Port; good news for India b - India.comMajor defeat for Pakistan, ISI as Iran, Tajikistan take this big step in Chabahar Port; good news for India b  India.com

Tajikistan Country Climate and Development Report - World Bank GroupTajikistan Country Climate and Development Report  World Bank Group

Side event: Prevention of Violent Extremism through the Implementation of Tajikistan’s National Strategy on Countering Terrorism and Extremism (2021-2025) | Office of Counter-Terrorism - Welcome to the United NationsSide event: Prevention of Violent Extremism through the Implementation of Tajikistan’s National Strategy on Countering Terrorism and Extremism (2021-2025) | Office of Counter-Terrorism  Welcome to the United Nations

FAO surveys digitalization of agriculture in Tajikistan - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United NationsFAO surveys digitalization of agriculture in Tajikistan  Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

ADB Appoints Ko Sakamoto as Its New Country Director for Tajikistan - Asian Development BankADB Appoints Ko Sakamoto as Its New Country Director for Tajikistan  Asian Development Bank

China to construct longest road bridge in Central Asia in Tajikistan; ‘move to boost connectivity’ - Global TimesChina to construct longest road bridge in Central Asia in Tajikistan; ‘move to boost connectivity’  Global Times

Strengthening Tajikistan's efforts in disaster risk reduction through international cooperation - United Nations Office for Disaster Risk ReductionStrengthening Tajikistan's efforts in disaster risk reduction through international cooperation  United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction

Tajikistan - IFADTajikistan  IFAD

Tajikistan Holds Parliamentary Elections Without Independent Observers - The DiplomatTajikistan Holds Parliamentary Elections Without Independent Observers  The Diplomat

President of Uzbekistan to visit Tajikistan - Trend News AgencyPresident of Uzbekistan to visit Tajikistan  Trend News Agency

Status of HIV programmes in Tajikistan - UNAIDSStatus of HIV programmes in Tajikistan  UNAIDS

Tajikistan to publish new dress 'guidelines' for women - FRANCE 24 EnglishTajikistan to publish new dress 'guidelines' for women  FRANCE 24 English

Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan sign historic border agreement after decades of disputes - MSNKyrgyzstan and Tajikistan sign historic border agreement after decades of disputes  MSN

Tajikistan aspires to be an AI development hub - EurasianetTajikistan aspires to be an AI development hub  Eurasianet

Earthquake Of Magnitude 4.3 Jolts Tajikistan - Times NowEarthquake Of Magnitude 4.3 Jolts Tajikistan  Times Now

Tajikistan paves the way for universal health coverage with strong primary health care - World Health OrganizationTajikistan paves the way for universal health coverage with strong primary health care  World Health Organization

Strengthening disability inclusion in Tajikistan - United Nations Office for Disaster Risk ReductionStrengthening disability inclusion in Tajikistan  United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction

A tale of two Tajikistans: the macro and micro realities - EurasianetA tale of two Tajikistans: the macro and micro realities  Eurasianet

Tajikistan Country Climate and Development Report (November 2024) [EN/RU] - ReliefWebTajikistan Country Climate and Development Report (November 2024) [EN/RU]  ReliefWeb

Tajikistan: Obigarm-Nurobod Road Project – Long Bridge and Approaches - Projects - AIIB - Asian Infrastructure Investment BankTajikistan: Obigarm-Nurobod Road Project – Long Bridge and Approaches - Projects - AIIB  Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank

Tajikistan Announces Preliminary Parliamentary Election Results; OSCE Absent - Times of Central AsiaTajikistan Announces Preliminary Parliamentary Election Results; OSCE Absent  Times of Central Asia

ADB Approves $86.67 Million Grant to Develop Green Road Corridor in Tajikistan - Asian Development BankADB Approves $86.67 Million Grant to Develop Green Road Corridor in Tajikistan  Asian Development Bank

2024 AIIB Annual Meeting Program Detail - Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank2024 AIIB Annual Meeting Program Detail  Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank

Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan Finalize Border Agreement - The DiplomatKyrgyzstan, Tajikistan Finalize Border Agreement  The Diplomat

World Report 2025: Rights Trends in Tajikistan - Human Rights WatchWorld Report 2025: Rights Trends in Tajikistan  Human Rights Watch

Ending poverty through E-Commerce in Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan? - World BankEnding poverty through E-Commerce in Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan?  World Bank

Report: Iran and Tajikistan Signed 22 New Agreements - SpecialEurasiaReport: Iran and Tajikistan Signed 22 New Agreements  SpecialEurasia

Tajikistan - General Assembly of the United Nations General DebateTajikistan  General Assembly of the United Nations General Debate

UN Women Tajikistan Launches Project on Women’s Access to Justice and Gender Capacity Building of Judges - | UN Women – Europe and Central AsiaUN Women Tajikistan Launches Project on Women’s Access to Justice and Gender Capacity Building of Judges  | UN Women – Europe and Central Asia

Tajikistan: Personnel reshuffle creates glide path for dynastic transition of power - EurasianetTajikistan: Personnel reshuffle creates glide path for dynastic transition of power  Eurasianet

Tajikistan: Officials announce discovery of major rare earth deposits - EurasianetTajikistan: Officials announce discovery of major rare earth deposits  Eurasianet

UN supports the Government of Tajikistan in the development of a green bond market in Tajikistan - ESCAP NewsUN supports the Government of Tajikistan in the development of a green bond market in Tajikistan  ESCAP News

OSCE Cancels Tajikistan Parliamentary Election Observation Mission - The DiplomatOSCE Cancels Tajikistan Parliamentary Election Observation Mission  The Diplomat

Tajikistan holds elections for lower house of parliament - XinhuaTajikistan holds elections for lower house of parliament  Xinhua

Border Agreement between the Kyrgyz Republic and Tajikistan - Department of StateBorder Agreement between the Kyrgyz Republic and Tajikistan  Department of State

AIIB Approves USD75.5M Loan for Tajikistan Cross-Border Connectivity Project - News - AIIB - Asian Infrastructure Investment BankAIIB Approves USD75.5M Loan for Tajikistan Cross-Border Connectivity Project - News - AIIB  Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank

Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan seal deal to end bloody border dispute - 5PillarsKyrgyzstan and Tajikistan seal deal to end bloody border dispute  5Pillars

Tcell enhances Salom+ tariff line - Telecompaper ENTcell enhances Salom+ tariff line  Telecompaper EN

Kyrgyzstan ratifies agreement on access to water and energy facilities with Tajikistan - AKIpressKyrgyzstan ratifies agreement on access to water and energy facilities with Tajikistan  AKIpress

Tajikistan enhances Explosive Ordnance Disposal capabilities - OSCETajikistan enhances Explosive Ordnance Disposal capabilities  OSCE

Alleged Coup Trial in Tajikistan: Prosecutors Seek Lengthy Sentences - The DiplomatAlleged Coup Trial in Tajikistan: Prosecutors Seek Lengthy Sentences  The Diplomat

Health Financing Progress Matrix assessment, Tajikistan 2023 - World Health OrganizationHealth Financing Progress Matrix assessment, Tajikistan 2023  World Health Organization

Together for Change: UN Women Tajikistan and UN Agencies Launch Global Call to Action with the launch of 16 Days of Activism Against GBV - | UN Women – Europe and Central AsiaTogether for Change: UN Women Tajikistan and UN Agencies Launch Global Call to Action with the launch of 16 Days of Activism Against GBV  | UN Women – Europe and Central Asia

The World Bank Group Artwork Competition for Young Artists: My Tajikistan - My Future! - World Bank GroupThe World Bank Group Artwork Competition for Young Artists: My Tajikistan - My Future!  World Bank Group

COP29: Tajikistan to integrate the involvement of children and young people in climate action, into national climate policies - UNICEFCOP29: Tajikistan to integrate the involvement of children and young people in climate action, into national climate policies  UNICEF

Kuwait Hasi Increased Security Cooperation with Tajikistan - SpecialEurasiaKuwait Hasi Increased Security Cooperation with Tajikistan  SpecialEurasia

Bringing “New Life” to the Mountains: A Success Story in Tajikistan - WIPOBringing “New Life” to the Mountains: A Success Story in Tajikistan  WIPO

Tajik women speak out against government fashion advice - FRANCE 24 EnglishTajik women speak out against government fashion advice  FRANCE 24 English

Country Reports on Terrorism 2023: Tajikistan - Department of StateCountry Reports on Terrorism 2023: Tajikistan  Department of State

Trouble brewing in Tajikistan - Geopolitical Intelligence Services AGTrouble brewing in Tajikistan  Geopolitical Intelligence Services AG

Enhancing risk knowledge for stronger early warning systems in Tajikistan - United Nations Office for Disaster Risk ReductionEnhancing risk knowledge for stronger early warning systems in Tajikistan  United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction

After 33 Years, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan Announce Border Agreement - The DiplomatAfter 33 Years, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan Announce Border Agreement  The Diplomat

Green thumbs in the greenhouse as climate change buffets Tajikistan - WFPGreen thumbs in the greenhouse as climate change buffets Tajikistan  WFP

Tajikistan Economic Update – Summer 2024 - World Bank GroupTajikistan Economic Update – Summer 2024  World Bank Group

Launch of the FAO/WHO Codex Trust Fund Project in Tajikistan - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United NationsLaunch of the FAO/WHO Codex Trust Fund Project in Tajikistan  Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Saving Lives Through Vaccination - UNICEFSaving Lives Through Vaccination  UNICEF

Beijing promises joint facility, but builds full army base in Tajikistan - The Economic TimesBeijing promises joint facility, but builds full army base in Tajikistan  The Economic Times

Tajikistan’s Afghan Conundrum - Foreign Policy Research InstituteTajikistan’s Afghan Conundrum  Foreign Policy Research Institute

The World Bank should reconsider its mega dam project in Tajikistan - Al Jazeera EnglishThe World Bank should reconsider its mega dam project in Tajikistan  Al Jazeera English

Kazakhstan or Tajikistan? Where should you visit next after Uzbekistan? - Lonely Planet Travel NewsKazakhstan or Tajikistan? Where should you visit next after Uzbekistan?  Lonely Planet Travel News

Deportation Of Afghans Sparks Rare Outrage In Tajikistan - Radio Free Europe / Radio LibertyDeportation Of Afghans Sparks Rare Outrage In Tajikistan  Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty

Tajikistan holds general elections - Anadolu Agency | EnglishTajikistan holds general elections  Anadolu Agency | English

IFC Helps Improve Business Environment in Tajikistan with New e-Services System Launch - International Finance Corporation (IFC)IFC Helps Improve Business Environment in Tajikistan with New e-Services System Launch  International Finance Corporation (IFC)

$50 Million ADB Grant to Support Climate-Friendly Business Environment in Tajikistan - Asian Development Bank$50 Million ADB Grant to Support Climate-Friendly Business Environment in Tajikistan  Asian Development Bank

UN Women Europe and Central Asia Deputy Regional Director Visits Tajikistan to Advance Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment - | UN Women – Europe and Central AsiaUN Women Europe and Central Asia Deputy Regional Director Visits Tajikistan to Advance Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment  | UN Women – Europe and Central Asia

UN rights council takes Tajikistan to task - EurasianetUN rights council takes Tajikistan to task  Eurasianet

Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan to Hold First Summit After Border Deal - Astana TimesKyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan to Hold First Summit After Border Deal  Astana Times

Door-To-Door Campaign Targets Rising Radicalization In Tajikistan - Radio Free Europe / Radio LibertyDoor-To-Door Campaign Targets Rising Radicalization In Tajikistan  Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty

Tajikistan: RSF calls on public prosecutor to release journalist Rukhshona Khakimova, sentenced to eight years in prison - Reporters sans frontièresTajikistan: RSF calls on public prosecutor to release journalist Rukhshona Khakimova, sentenced to eight years in prison  Reporters sans frontières

EU advances Global Gateway strategy in Tajikistan - EEASEU advances Global Gateway strategy in Tajikistan  EEAS

In Tajikistan, fighting gender-based violence systemically through the legal realm - UNDPIn Tajikistan, fighting gender-based violence systemically through the legal realm  UNDP

Xi Jinping Arrives in Dushanbe for a State Visit to Tajikistan_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - MFA ChinaXi Jinping Arrives in Dushanbe for a State Visit to Tajikistan_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  MFA China

Tajikistan's hijab ban latest in decades-long religious freedom violations - TRT WorldTajikistan's hijab ban latest in decades-long religious freedom violations  TRT World

Tajikistan: Country Risk Profile for Investors - SpecialEurasiaTajikistan: Country Risk Profile for Investors  SpecialEurasia

UNODC and Tajikistan join forces to enhance consular response to trafficking in persons - UNODCUNODC and Tajikistan join forces to enhance consular response to trafficking in persons  UNODC