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
Tajikistan - Timeline - BBC

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India to kick off CAFA Nations Cup against Tajikistan - The HinduIndia to kick off CAFA Nations Cup against Tajikistan  The Hindu

VMKB in Tajikistan set for near-universal electrification - Aga Khan Development NetworkVMKB in Tajikistan set for near-universal electrification  Aga Khan Development Network

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

Tajikistan Turns Vision into Reality on Food Systems Reform - United Nations Sustainable Development GroupTajikistan Turns Vision into Reality on Food Systems Reform  United Nations Sustainable Development Group

Tajikistan Economic Update – Summer 2025: Focusing on Digital Transformation of Trade in Tajikistan [EN/RU] - ReliefWebTajikistan Economic Update – Summer 2025: Focusing on Digital Transformation of Trade in Tajikistan [EN/RU]  ReliefWeb

Tajikistan to Introduce 10-Point Grading System in Schools - The Times Of Central AsiaTajikistan to Introduce 10-Point Grading System in Schools  The Times Of Central Asia

Tajikistan, Dushanbe Tourism Surge in First Half of 2025 – All You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldTajikistan, Dushanbe Tourism Surge in First Half of 2025 – All You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

Earthquake Today: 5.6 magnitude earthquake strikes northern Iran, Tajikistan faces 4.0 quake - MintEarthquake Today: 5.6 magnitude earthquake strikes northern Iran, Tajikistan faces 4.0 quake  Mint

CAFA Nations Cup: India Pooled Alongside Tajikistan, Iran, Afghanistan - News18CAFA Nations Cup: India Pooled Alongside Tajikistan, Iran, Afghanistan  News18

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

Tajikistan: health system review 2025 - European Observatory on Health Systems and PoliciesTajikistan: health system review 2025  European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies

‘Strategic priority’, Iran says committed to broadening ties with Tajikistan - Tehran Times‘Strategic priority’, Iran says committed to broadening ties with Tajikistan  Tehran Times

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

Tajikistan's agricultural exports reached $33.9 million - qazinform.comTajikistan's agricultural exports reached $33.9 million  qazinform.com

India to play in CAFA Nations Cup — Full schedule; Iran, Tajikistan among opponents - SportstarIndia to play in CAFA Nations Cup — Full schedule; Iran, Tajikistan among opponents  Sportstar

Tajikistan Launches Export Support Program for Small Producers and Farmers - The Times Of Central AsiaTajikistan Launches Export Support Program for Small Producers and Farmers  The Times Of Central Asia

Second Joint External Evaluation in Tajikistan - World Health Organization (WHO)Second Joint External Evaluation in Tajikistan  World Health Organization (WHO)

Iranian FM to pay official visit to Tajikistan - qazinform.comIranian FM to pay official visit to Tajikistan  qazinform.com

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

UN Adopts AI Resolution for Central Asia at Tajikistan’s Initiative - The Times Of Central AsiaUN Adopts AI Resolution for Central Asia at Tajikistan’s Initiative  The Times Of Central Asia

New Collaborating Centre for Nuclear Security in Tajikistan - IAEANew Collaborating Centre for Nuclear Security in Tajikistan  IAEA

Iran FM Meets President Of Tajikistan, Calls For Boost In Ties - Iran Front Page - Iran Front Page - IFP NewsIran FM Meets President Of Tajikistan, Calls For Boost In Ties - Iran Front Page  Iran Front Page - IFP News

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

Earthquake of magnitude 5.8 strikes Afghanistan-Tajikistan border - The HinduEarthquake of magnitude 5.8 strikes Afghanistan-Tajikistan border  The Hindu

Primary health care financing: a situation assessment and policy options for Tajikistan - World Health Organization (WHO)Primary health care financing: a situation assessment and policy options for Tajikistan  World Health Organization (WHO)

Tajikistan Strengthens Digital Education: In-Service Teachers Complete National ICT-CST Pilot Training - UNESCOTajikistan Strengthens Digital Education: In-Service Teachers Complete National ICT-CST Pilot Training  UNESCO

Tajikistan, Angola hold political consultations - AKI PressTajikistan, Angola hold political consultations  AKI Press

Battlefield 6 Will Feature a Map Inspired by Tajikistan’s Mountains - Kursiv MediaBattlefield 6 Will Feature a Map Inspired by Tajikistan’s Mountains  Kursiv Media

Training on data triangulation for immunization programme improvement in Tajikistan - World Health Organization (WHO)Training on data triangulation for immunization programme improvement in Tajikistan  World Health Organization (WHO)

Tajikistan Orders Afghan Refugees Out en Masse - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineTajikistan Orders Afghan Refugees Out en Masse  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Tajik Government Seeks New Destinations for Labor Migrants - The Times Of Central AsiaTajik Government Seeks New Destinations for Labor Migrants  The Times Of Central Asia

India to play CAFA Nations Cup 2025 - AIFFIndia to play CAFA Nations Cup 2025  AIFF

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

Tajikistan needs swift reforms to preserve economic growth, says World Bank - AnewZTajikistan needs swift reforms to preserve economic growth, says World Bank  AnewZ

4 magnitude earthquake occurs on border of China, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan - AKI Press4 magnitude earthquake occurs on border of China, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan  AKI Press

Tajik minister reiterates his country's support for Iran - Tehran TimesTajik minister reiterates his country's support for Iran  Tehran Times

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

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

Kyrgyz President Visits Tajikistan, Opening New Era of Friendship - The Times Of Central AsiaKyrgyz President Visits Tajikistan, Opening New Era of Friendship  The Times Of Central Asia

Foreign Ministers of Tajikistan and Iran discuss issues of cooperation - AKI PressForeign Ministers of Tajikistan and Iran discuss issues of cooperation  AKI Press

Earthquake of 4.6 magnitude strikes Tajikistan; fifth since July 12 - Business StandardEarthquake of 4.6 magnitude strikes Tajikistan; fifth since July 12  Business Standard

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

Digital 2025: Tajikistan - DataReportal – Global Digital InsightsDigital 2025: Tajikistan  DataReportal – Global Digital Insights

Workshop and roundtable: Tajikistan's Path Forward: A Strategic Framework for Coal Mining Transition - UNECEWorkshop and roundtable: Tajikistan's Path Forward: A Strategic Framework for Coal Mining Transition  UNECE

Four Sentenced to Life Over Killings That Terrorized Tajikistan’s Konibodom - The Times Of Central AsiaFour Sentenced to Life Over Killings That Terrorized Tajikistan’s Konibodom  The Times Of Central Asia

Visit of State Minister for Foreign Affairs FUJII to Tajikistan - mofa.go.jpVisit of State Minister for Foreign Affairs FUJII to Tajikistan  mofa.go.jp

Tajikistan Outlines National Actions to Strengthen Adaptation to Cryosphere Changes - UNESCOTajikistan Outlines National Actions to Strengthen Adaptation to Cryosphere Changes  UNESCO

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

Tajikistan embarks on new climate strategy to meet Paris Agreement - Trend News AgencyTajikistan embarks on new climate strategy to meet Paris Agreement  Trend News Agency

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

Todd Antony Capturing the chaotic, majestic sport of buzkashi in Tajikistan - WePresentTodd Antony Capturing the chaotic, majestic sport of buzkashi in Tajikistan  WePresent

Tajikistan: Supporting Entrepreneurship for Economic Development - World BankTajikistan: Supporting Entrepreneurship for Economic Development  World Bank

Bilateral meeting with H.E. Emomali Rahmon, President of the Republic of Tajikistan, H.E. Ziyozoda Sulaimon Rizoi, Deputy Prime Minister, H.E. Qurbon Hakimzoda, Minister of Agriculture, and H.E. Nasredin Ismatullo, First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs - Food and Agriculture OrganizationBilateral meeting with H.E. Emomali Rahmon, President of the Republic of Tajikistan, H.E. Ziyozoda Sulaimon Rizoi, Deputy Prime Minister, H.E. Qurbon Hakimzoda, Minister of Agriculture, and H.E. Nasredin Ismatullo, First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs  Food and Agriculture Organization

Pakistan violated Indus Waters Treaty: India at Glacier Conference in Tajikistan - Hindustan TimesPakistan violated Indus Waters Treaty: India at Glacier Conference in Tajikistan  Hindustan Times

Equipping and Training the Border Troops of Tajikistan to Combat Radiological and Nuclear Terrorism - Welcome to the United NationsEquipping and Training the Border Troops of Tajikistan to Combat Radiological and Nuclear Terrorism  Welcome to the United Nations

AIIB Supports Clean, Renewable Energy Development in Tajikistan and Central Asia - Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)AIIB Supports Clean, Renewable Energy Development in Tajikistan and Central Asia  Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)

Iran, Tajikistan Renew Resolve To Strengthen Ties - Eurasia ReviewIran, Tajikistan Renew Resolve To Strengthen Ties  Eurasia Review

India vs Tajikistan U-23 LIVE streaming info: When, where to watch Naushad Moosa’s team in the friendly match? - SportstarIndia vs Tajikistan U-23 LIVE streaming info: When, where to watch Naushad Moosa’s team in the friendly match?  Sportstar

In Tajikistan, Director-General visits innovative meat, poultry and fish producers and proposed GIAHS site - Food and Agriculture OrganizationIn Tajikistan, Director-General visits innovative meat, poultry and fish producers and proposed GIAHS site  Food and Agriculture Organization

Strengthening Tajikistan's efforts in disaster risk reduction through international cooperation - UNDRRStrengthening Tajikistan's efforts in disaster risk reduction through international cooperation  UNDRR

Why India's Airbase In Tajikistan Should Worry Pakistan | Explained - News18Why India's Airbase In Tajikistan Should Worry Pakistan | Explained  News18

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

Unlocking opportunities: How Tajikistan can make borrowing affordable - World Bank BlogsUnlocking opportunities: How Tajikistan can make borrowing affordable  World Bank Blogs

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)

FAO surveys digitalization of agriculture in Tajikistan - Food and Agriculture OrganizationFAO surveys digitalization of agriculture in Tajikistan  Food and Agriculture Organization

Tajikistan - IFADTajikistan  IFAD

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

OSCE builds media skills of youth across Tajikistan - OSCE.orgOSCE builds media skills of youth across Tajikistan  OSCE.org

Tajikistan Earthquake 2025: DREF Operation (MDRTJ036) - ReliefWebTajikistan Earthquake 2025: DREF Operation (MDRTJ036)  ReliefWeb

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

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

4 earthquakes jolt India, Myanmar, Tajikistan within an hour - The Indian Express4 earthquakes jolt India, Myanmar, Tajikistan within an hour  The Indian Express

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

Shallow 4.6-magnitude quake strikes Tajikistan - Mathrubhumi EnglishShallow 4.6-magnitude quake strikes Tajikistan  Mathrubhumi English

Tajik-Taliban relations slowly warm, but both sides hedge their bets - EurasianetTajik-Taliban relations slowly warm, but both sides hedge their bets  Eurasianet

Earthquake of magnitude 5.9 strikes Tajikistan | World News - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesEarthquake of magnitude 5.9 strikes Tajikistan | World News - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Torture in Tajikistan: A Systemic Problem Demanding Deep Reform - The Times Of Central AsiaTorture in Tajikistan: A Systemic Problem Demanding Deep Reform  The Times Of Central Asia

10-Man India U-23 Team Suffers 2-3 Defeat To Tajikistan - News1810-Man India U-23 Team Suffers 2-3 Defeat To Tajikistan  News18

Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan Finalize Border Agreement - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineKyrgyzstan, Tajikistan Finalize Border Agreement  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Ten Armed Clashes Reported at Afghanistan–Tajikistan Border in 2025 - TOLOnewsTen Armed Clashes Reported at Afghanistan–Tajikistan Border in 2025  TOLOnews

Tajikistan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and OSCE conduct Nationwide Campaign "Youth Against Drugs, Vagrancy, and Hooliganism" - OSCE.orgTajikistan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and OSCE conduct Nationwide Campaign "Youth Against Drugs, Vagrancy, and Hooliganism"  OSCE.org

Tajikistan threatens to expel Afghan migrants within 15 days, sources say - Amu TVTajikistan threatens to expel Afghan migrants within 15 days, sources say  Amu TV

Advancing disaster risk monitoring and information system in Tajikistan - UNDRRAdvancing disaster risk monitoring and information system in Tajikistan  UNDRR

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

Tajikistan visit focused on deepening bilateral ties: FM - Mehr News AgencyTajikistan visit focused on deepening bilateral ties: FM  Mehr News Agency

Tajikistan Jolted By Series Of Earthquakes, Latest 4.6 Magnitude Quake Strikes At Shallow Depth - Free Press JournalTajikistan Jolted By Series Of Earthquakes, Latest 4.6 Magnitude Quake Strikes At Shallow Depth  Free Press Journal

Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan sign historic border agreement after decades of disputes - Euronews.comKyrgyzstan and Tajikistan sign historic border agreement after decades of disputes  Euronews.com

WFP Tajikistan Country Brief, June 2025 - ReliefWebWFP Tajikistan Country Brief, June 2025  ReliefWeb

Country Reports on Terrorism 2023: Tajikistan - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Country Reports on Terrorism 2023: Tajikistan  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Tajikistan Decriminalizes ‘Likes’ Online - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineTajikistan Decriminalizes ‘Likes’ Online  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Tajikistan lost 1,000 glaciers in 3 decades: Minister - The Times of IndiaTajikistan lost 1,000 glaciers in 3 decades: Minister  The Times of India

World Bank issues fresh GDP forecast for Tajikistan - Trend News AgencyWorld Bank issues fresh GDP forecast for Tajikistan  Trend News Agency

Partners TV Safina, UNICEF and Tcell launch the “The Art of Parenting” in Tajikistan - UnicefPartners TV Safina, UNICEF and Tcell launch the “The Art of Parenting” in Tajikistan  Unicef

Tajikistan's Crackdown on Dissent: Erosion of Rights and Civic Space - Civicus MonitorTajikistan's Crackdown on Dissent: Erosion of Rights and Civic Space  Civicus Monitor

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

Kyrgyzstan And Tajikistan's Border Agreement: Deal Of The Century? - Radio Free Europe/Radio LibertyKyrgyzstan And Tajikistan's Border Agreement: Deal Of The Century?  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

Tajikistan Holds Parliamentary Elections Without Independent Observers - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineTajikistan Holds Parliamentary Elections Without Independent Observers  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Tajikistan Country Climate and Development Report - World BankTajikistan Country Climate and Development Report  World Bank

Tajikistan: Tourist Arrivals Hit New High Amid Increasing Regional Interest - Travel And Tour WorldTajikistan: Tourist Arrivals Hit New High Amid Increasing Regional Interest  Travel And Tour World

-81 kg: Makhmadbekov Wins the Third Gold for Tajikistan - IJF-81 kg: Makhmadbekov Wins the Third Gold for Tajikistan  IJF