Tajikistan

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

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Introduction

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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Putin Arrives in Tajikistan as Russia Seeks to Reassert Influence in Central Asia - The Moscow TimesPutin Arrives in Tajikistan as Russia Seeks to Reassert Influence in Central Asia  The Moscow Times

Putin says Russia, Tajikistan reliable allies - XinhuaPutin says Russia, Tajikistan reliable allies  Xinhua

Russia's Putin arrives for summit meetings in Tajikistan in Central Asia - ReutersRussia's Putin arrives for summit meetings in Tajikistan in Central Asia  Reuters

Putin calls Russian base in Tajikistan, “guarantor of security” for Central Asia | Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesPutin calls Russian base in Tajikistan, “guarantor of security” for Central Asia | Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Russia–Central Asia Summit in Dushanbe Tests Putin’s Grip - The Times Of Central AsiaRussia–Central Asia Summit in Dushanbe Tests Putin’s Grip  The Times Of Central Asia

Tajikistan: Arrest Putin - Human Rights WatchTajikistan: Arrest Putin  Human Rights Watch

-73 kg: Asadulloev Captures Gold for Tajikistan - IJF.org - International Judo Federation-73 kg: Asadulloev Captures Gold for Tajikistan  IJF.org - International Judo Federation

Russian President Putin In Tajikistan For High-Stakes Visit - WIONRussian President Putin In Tajikistan For High-Stakes Visit  WION

Putin in Tajikistan for CIS Summit Amid Migration Tensions - The Times Of Central AsiaPutin in Tajikistan for CIS Summit Amid Migration Tensions  The Times Of Central Asia

Azerbaijan and Tajikistan leaders explore new avenues for partnership - Latest news from AzerbaijanAzerbaijan and Tajikistan leaders explore new avenues for partnership  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Beyond the Handshake: Strategic Aims of the Putin-Aliyev Meeting in Tajikistan - Modern DiplomacyBeyond the Handshake: Strategic Aims of the Putin-Aliyev Meeting in Tajikistan  Modern Diplomacy

Putin says Russia, Tajikistan reliable allies - XinhuaPutin says Russia, Tajikistan reliable allies  Xinhua

Putin is in Tajikistan for meetings with leaders of ex-Soviet leaders - AP NewsPutin is in Tajikistan for meetings with leaders of ex-Soviet leaders  AP News

Tajikistan, Russia maintain active political dialogue, Rahmon says at meeting with Putin - qazinform.comTajikistan, Russia maintain active political dialogue, Rahmon says at meeting with Putin  qazinform.com

Russia, Tajikistan reaffirm support for ‘independent, terrorism-free Afghanistan’ - Amu TVRussia, Tajikistan reaffirm support for ‘independent, terrorism-free Afghanistan’  Amu TV

Vast Reserves, Nothing To Drink: Why Tajikistan Is Struggling With Water Issues Despite Abundant Reserves? - EurAsian TimesVast Reserves, Nothing To Drink: Why Tajikistan Is Struggling With Water Issues Despite Abundant Reserves?  EurAsian Times

Second Russia – Central Asia Summit - ????????? ??????Second Russia – Central Asia Summit  ????????? ??????

Putin calls Russia, Tajikistan ‘reliable allies’ amid state visit to Central Asian nation - Anadolu AjansiPutin calls Russia, Tajikistan ‘reliable allies’ amid state visit to Central Asian nation  Anadolu Ajansi

Putin arrives in Tajikistan for meetings with Central Asia, CIS leaders - bne IntelliNewsPutin arrives in Tajikistan for meetings with Central Asia, CIS leaders  bne IntelliNews

Tajikistan - Welcome to the United NationsTajikistan  Welcome to the United Nations

Tajikistan Signs its Third Country Programme Framework (CPF) for 2025-2030 - International Atomic Energy AgencyTajikistan Signs its Third Country Programme Framework (CPF) for 2025-2030  International Atomic Energy Agency

President of Uzbekistan to pay a working visit to Tajikistan - qazinform.comPresident of Uzbekistan to pay a working visit to Tajikistan  qazinform.com

Beginning of a conversation with President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon - ????????? ??????Beginning of a conversation with President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon  ????????? ??????

Human rights group calls on Tajikistan to arrest Putin if he enters territory - Jurist.orgHuman rights group calls on Tajikistan to arrest Putin if he enters territory  Jurist.org

Tajikistan expands trade-economic cooperation under CIS presidency - Emomali Rahmon - Trend News AgencyTajikistan expands trade-economic cooperation under CIS presidency - Emomali Rahmon  Trend News Agency

Russian president arrives in Tajikistan for high-stakes visit - WIONRussian president arrives in Tajikistan for high-stakes visit  WION

Uzbekistan and Tajikistan presidents discuss deepening bilateral cooperation in Dushanbe - Daryo.uzUzbekistan and Tajikistan presidents discuss deepening bilateral cooperation in Dushanbe  Daryo.uz

CIS+ launch lights fuse for new regional synergies, Tajikistan’s FM says - Trend News AgencyCIS+ launch lights fuse for new regional synergies, Tajikistan’s FM says  Trend News Agency

Russia’s Putin arrives for summit meetings in Tajikistan in Central Asia - ThePrintRussia’s Putin arrives for summit meetings in Tajikistan in Central Asia  ThePrint

Tajikistan’s onion production drops 27% amid drought and shrinking acreage - FreshPlazaTajikistan’s onion production drops 27% amid drought and shrinking acreage  FreshPlaza

Presidents of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan hold talks in Dushanbe - AKIpress News AgencyPresidents of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan hold talks in Dushanbe  AKIpress News Agency

CAFA Nations Cup 2025: India’s Khalid Jamil era kicks off with 2-1 win over Tajikistan - Olympics.comCAFA Nations Cup 2025: India’s Khalid Jamil era kicks off with 2-1 win over Tajikistan  Olympics.com

President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev arrives in Tajikistan - AnewZPresident of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev arrives in Tajikistan  AnewZ

Ten-man India U23s lose lead and match against Tajikistan - AIFFTen-man India U23s lose lead and match against Tajikistan  AIFF

Tajikistan welcomes Putin with full honors, ignoring ICC arrest warrant - Euromaidan PressTajikistan welcomes Putin with full honors, ignoring ICC arrest warrant  Euromaidan Press

Putin visit Tajikistan for meetings with other ex-Soviet leaders - MillenniumPostPutin visit Tajikistan for meetings with other ex-Soviet leaders  MillenniumPost

Putin arrives in Tajikistan to boost ties with Central Asian and CIS nations - AnewZPutin arrives in Tajikistan to boost ties with Central Asian and CIS nations  AnewZ

OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe supports High-Level Briefing on Tajikistan’s New National Strategy to Counter Terrorism and Extremism - Organization for Security and Co-operation in EuropeOSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe supports High-Level Briefing on Tajikistan’s New National Strategy to Counter Terrorism and Extremism  Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe

Tajikistan expands influenza vaccination to strengthen pandemic preparedness - World Health Organization (WHO)Tajikistan expands influenza vaccination to strengthen pandemic preparedness  World Health Organization (WHO)

Tajikistan lets Putin enter despite ICC arrest warrant - The Kyiv IndependentTajikistan lets Putin enter despite ICC arrest warrant  The Kyiv Independent

Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan strengthen cooperation in water management - Az?rtacKyrgyzstan and Tajikistan strengthen cooperation in water management  Az?rtac

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to visit Tajikistan on October 9-10 - qazinform.comKassym-Jomart Tokayev to visit Tajikistan on October 9-10  qazinform.com

EU reproaches Tajikistan for not arresting Putin - ?????????? ??????EU reproaches Tajikistan for not arresting Putin  ?????????? ??????

Press statements following Russian-Tajikistani talks - ????????? ??????Press statements following Russian-Tajikistani talks  ????????? ??????

Russian President Vladimir Putin visits Tajikistan - Reuters ConnectRussian President Vladimir Putin visits Tajikistan  Reuters Connect

President Ilham Aliyev: Relations between Tajikistan and Azerbaijan are steadily developing - Report.azPresident Ilham Aliyev: Relations between Tajikistan and Azerbaijan are steadily developing  Report.az

Tajikistan Economic Update 2025 - World BankTajikistan Economic Update 2025  World Bank

Tajikistan hosts international conference on glaciers’ preservation - World Meteorological Organization WMOTajikistan hosts international conference on glaciers’ preservation  World Meteorological Organization WMO

President Putin arrives in Tajikistan for state visit and key summits - AKIpress News AgencyPresident Putin arrives in Tajikistan for state visit and key summits  AKIpress News Agency

Tajikistan moves closer to universal health coverage by testing groundbreaking reforms in Sughd region - World Health Organization (WHO)Tajikistan moves closer to universal health coverage by testing groundbreaking reforms in Sughd region  World Health Organization (WHO)

Tajikistan Poverty and Equity Assessment - World BankTajikistan Poverty and Equity Assessment  World Bank

Tajikistan’s President welcomes Armenian-Azerbaijani peace deal - ArmenpressTajikistan’s President welcomes Armenian-Azerbaijani peace deal  Armenpress

Tajikistan heavily reliant on international financial institutions for infrastructure development – report - EurasianetTajikistan heavily reliant on international financial institutions for infrastructure development – report  Eurasianet

Putin calls Russian military base in Tajikistan a guarantee of Central Asian security - AKIpress News AgencyPutin calls Russian military base in Tajikistan a guarantee of Central Asian security  AKIpress News Agency

Sustainable Transport Action Plan for Tajikistan: Digitalisation of the Transport Sector - UNECESustainable Transport Action Plan for Tajikistan: Digitalisation of the Transport Sector  UNECE

Tajikistan keen to expand trade with Kazakhstan, President Emomali Rahmon says - Trend News AgencyTajikistan keen to expand trade with Kazakhstan, President Emomali Rahmon says  Trend News Agency

Russia, Tajikistan sign statement on deepening strategic partnership and alliance - Trend News AgencyRussia, Tajikistan sign statement on deepening strategic partnership and alliance  Trend News Agency

New WHO report guides primary health care financing reforms in Tajikistan - World Health Organization (WHO)New WHO report guides primary health care financing reforms in Tajikistan  World Health Organization (WHO)

Russian-Tajikistani talks - ????????? ??????Russian-Tajikistani talks  ????????? ??????

Kyrgyz referees to officiate Tajikistan - Maldives match - AKIpress News AgencyKyrgyz referees to officiate Tajikistan - Maldives match  AKIpress News Agency

CAFA Nations Cup 2025 - Group B: Tajikistan 2-2 IR Iran; Afghanistan 0-0 India - AFC websiteCAFA Nations Cup 2025 - Group B: Tajikistan 2-2 IR Iran; Afghanistan 0-0 India  AFC website

India U-23 vs Tajikistan Highlights: IND 2-3 TJK; Two late goals hand defeat to Blue Colts - SportstarIndia U-23 vs Tajikistan Highlights: IND 2-3 TJK; Two late goals hand defeat to Blue Colts  Sportstar

Teachers in Tajikistan face additional Burdens beyond teaching, undermining the status of the profession - ????-????Teachers in Tajikistan face additional Burdens beyond teaching, undermining the status of the profession  ????-????

IUCN welcomes Tajikistan as its newest State Member - International Union for Conservation of NatureIUCN welcomes Tajikistan as its newest State Member  International Union for Conservation of Nature

Vast reserves, but little to drink: Tajikistan's water struggles - Khaleej TimesVast reserves, but little to drink: Tajikistan's water struggles  Khaleej Times

Tajikistan Economy to Grow 7.4% in 2025, Digital Transformation Crucial for Sustainable Development — ADB - Asian Development BankTajikistan Economy to Grow 7.4% in 2025, Digital Transformation Crucial for Sustainable Development — ADB  Asian Development Bank

Putin: Russian military base in Tajikistan a key pillar of regional security - ????-????Putin: Russian military base in Tajikistan a key pillar of regional security  ????-????

Lukashenko arrives in Tajikistan’s capital where CIS summit will take place - BelTA – NewsLukashenko arrives in Tajikistan’s capital where CIS summit will take place  BelTA – News

Rahmon discusses cooperation with leaders of Belarus, Azerbaijan, and Armenia - ????-????Rahmon discusses cooperation with leaders of Belarus, Azerbaijan, and Armenia  ????-????

Armenia PM, Tajikistan president meet in Dushanbe, discuss TRIPP and Crossroads of Peace projects (VIDEO) - NEWS.amArmenia PM, Tajikistan president meet in Dushanbe, discuss TRIPP and Crossroads of Peace projects (VIDEO)  NEWS.am

Murder-suicide attempt in Tajikistan draws attention to domestic violence, mental health issues - EurasianetMurder-suicide attempt in Tajikistan draws attention to domestic violence, mental health issues  Eurasianet

President of Kazakhstan arrives in Tajikistan - Trend News AgencyPresident of Kazakhstan arrives in Tajikistan  Trend News Agency

Tajikistan adopts programme for the digitalization of the agricultural sector with FAO support - Food and Agriculture OrganizationTajikistan adopts programme for the digitalization of the agricultural sector with FAO support  Food and Agriculture Organization

Leaders of Tajikistan and Uzbekistan hold talks on expanding strategic partnership - ????-????Leaders of Tajikistan and Uzbekistan hold talks on expanding strategic partnership  ????-????

Race for rare minerals brings boom to Tajikistan's mines - The Economic TimesRace for rare minerals brings boom to Tajikistan's mines  The Economic Times

Tajikistan defeat Maldives 2-0 in Asian Cup qualifier - Edition.mvTajikistan defeat Maldives 2-0 in Asian Cup qualifier  Edition.mv

Tajikistan Escalates Deportations of Afghan Refugees Amid Growing Concerns - The Times Of Central AsiaTajikistan Escalates Deportations of Afghan Refugees Amid Growing Concerns  The Times Of Central Asia

Human Rights Watch urges Tajikistan to deny entry to Putin over ICC warrant - UkrinformHuman Rights Watch urges Tajikistan to deny entry to Putin over ICC warrant  Ukrinform

Lukashenko to pay working visit to Tajikistan on 9-10 October - BelTA – NewsLukashenko to pay working visit to Tajikistan on 9-10 October  BelTA – News

Putin Visits Tajikistan, Pledges Strong Alliance Amid Regional Security Talks - Yeni Safak EnglishPutin Visits Tajikistan, Pledges Strong Alliance Amid Regional Security Talks  Yeni Safak English

Healing hands and healing plants of Tajikistan - Food and Agriculture OrganizationHealing hands and healing plants of Tajikistan  Food and Agriculture Organization

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stresses defence collaboration with Belarus, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan at SCO meet - NewsonairDefence Minister Rajnath Singh stresses defence collaboration with Belarus, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan at SCO meet  Newsonair

Tajikistan Russia Azerbaijan - timesdaily.comTajikistan Russia Azerbaijan  timesdaily.com

Tajikistan and Russia simplify medical screening process for migrant workers - ????-????Tajikistan and Russia simplify medical screening process for migrant workers  ????-????

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

Russia and Tajikistan Discuss Afghanistan’s Future in Key Bilateral Talks - TOLOnewsRussia and Tajikistan Discuss Afghanistan’s Future in Key Bilateral Talks  TOLOnews

Heads Roll After Surprise School Visit by Tajikistan’s Education Minister - The Times Of Central AsiaHeads Roll After Surprise School Visit by Tajikistan’s Education Minister  The Times Of Central Asia

Iran-Tajikistan cinematic collaboration, co-produced by iFilm, shines at intl. festival - PressTVIran-Tajikistan cinematic collaboration, co-produced by iFilm, shines at intl. festival  PressTV

India vs Tajikistan: Belief is back in the system under Khalid Jamil - FirstpostIndia vs Tajikistan: Belief is back in the system under Khalid Jamil  Firstpost

Tajikistan, Armenia discuss boosting economic cooperation - Report.azTajikistan, Armenia discuss boosting economic cooperation  Report.az

Israel and Tajikistan sign tourism agreement in landmark visit - JNS.orgIsrael and Tajikistan sign tourism agreement in landmark visit  JNS.org

Republic of Tajikistan: 2025 Article IV Consultation and Second Review under the Policy Coordination Instrument and Request for Modification of a Reform Target-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executive Director for Republic of Tajikistan - International Monetary FundRepublic of Tajikistan: 2025 Article IV Consultation and Second Review under the Policy Coordination Instrument and Request for Modification of a Reform Target-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executive Director for Republic of Tajikistan  International Monetary Fund

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

Uzbekistan, Tajikistan review trade, transport, and strategic partnership - Trend News AgencyUzbekistan, Tajikistan review trade, transport, and strategic partnership  Trend News Agency

Kazakhstan, Tajikistan Aim to Boost Regional Cooperation with Landmark Treaty - The Astana TimesKazakhstan, Tajikistan Aim to Boost Regional Cooperation with Landmark Treaty  The Astana Times

Central Asia and Russia outline partnership priorities at Dushanbe summit - ????-????Central Asia and Russia outline partnership priorities at Dushanbe summit  ????-????

Tajikistan celebrates the Tirgon festival with a focus on apricot - Food and Agriculture OrganizationTajikistan celebrates the Tirgon festival with a focus on apricot  Food and Agriculture Organization

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

Innovative farming in Tajikistan - Food and Agriculture OrganizationInnovative farming in Tajikistan  Food and Agriculture Organization

Tajikistan: End Systematic Repression of Pamiri People - CIVICUS Global AllianceTajikistan: End Systematic Repression of Pamiri People  CIVICUS Global Alliance