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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Tajikistan Gives Afghan Refugees 15 Days to Leave - The Times Of Central AsiaTajikistan Gives Afghan Refugees 15 Days to Leave  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)

Sites in the Republic of Korea, Portugal and Tajikistan recognized as Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems - Food and Agriculture OrganizationSites in the Republic of Korea, Portugal and Tajikistan recognized as Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems  Food and Agriculture Organization

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 Fund (IMF)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 Fund (IMF)

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

Tajikistan to increase textile exports by raising cotton processing - Fibre2FashionTajikistan to increase textile exports by raising cotton processing  Fibre2Fashion

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

Evaluation of the WHO Special Programme on Primary Health Care - Tajikistan case study - ReliefWebEvaluation of the WHO Special Programme on Primary Health Care - Tajikistan case study  ReliefWeb

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

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

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

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

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

How Climate Change Is Damaging Agriculture and Food Security in Tajikistan - The Times Of Central AsiaHow Climate Change Is Damaging Agriculture and Food Security in Tajikistan  The Times Of Central Asia

Almosi Valley in Tajikistan Recognized as Global Agricultural Heritage Site - The Times Of Central AsiaAlmosi Valley in Tajikistan Recognized as Global Agricultural Heritage Site  The Times Of Central Asia

Tajikistan-Kyrgyzstan Trade Soars More Than 15-Fold in 2025 - The Times Of Central AsiaTajikistan-Kyrgyzstan Trade Soars More Than 15-Fold in 2025  The Times Of Central Asia

More Than a Quarter of Tajikistan’s Population Lives Below the Poverty Line – World Bank Report - The Times Of Central AsiaMore Than a Quarter of Tajikistan’s Population Lives Below the Poverty Line – World Bank Report  The Times Of Central Asia

Tajikistan Seeks to Join China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan Railway Project - The Times Of Central AsiaTajikistan Seeks to Join China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan Railway Project  The Times Of Central Asia

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

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)

Saudi Arabia’s Investments in Tajikistan’s Education: Cultural Diplomacy and Soft Power Recalibration - SpecialEurasiaSaudi Arabia’s Investments in Tajikistan’s Education: Cultural Diplomacy and Soft Power Recalibration  SpecialEurasia

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

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

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

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)

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)

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

Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan plan to increase trade turnover to $500 mln - qazinform.comTajikistan and Kyrgyzstan plan to increase trade turnover to $500 mln  qazinform.com

World Refugee Day: Tajikistan Red Crescent helps Afghan refugees feel at home in a new world - IFRCWorld Refugee Day: Tajikistan Red Crescent helps Afghan refugees feel at home in a new world  IFRC

EU-Central Asia: 12th High-Level Political and Security Dialogue held in Dushanbe - EEASEU-Central Asia: 12th High-Level Political and Security Dialogue held in Dushanbe  EEAS

Tajikistan orders Afghan Refugees to leave within 15 days - Khaama PressTajikistan orders Afghan Refugees to leave within 15 days  Khaama Press

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

Tajikistan - IFADTajikistan  IFAD

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

Kyrgyz President Zhaparov to make state visit to Tajikistan - AnewZKyrgyz President Zhaparov to make state visit to Tajikistan  AnewZ

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

Kyrgyz President Sadyr Zhaparov to pay state visit to Tajikistan - qazinform.comKyrgyz President Sadyr Zhaparov to pay state visit to Tajikistan  qazinform.com

UNDP and Japan Collaborate to Enhance Urban Resilience in Tajikistan's Dushanbe - United Nations Development ProgrammeUNDP and Japan Collaborate to Enhance Urban Resilience in Tajikistan's Dushanbe  United Nations Development Programme

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

Flash Floods Severely Damage Irrigation Infrastructure and Crops in Tajikistan - The Times Of Central AsiaFlash Floods Severely Damage Irrigation Infrastructure and Crops in Tajikistan  The Times Of Central Asia

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

Collaborative efforts lead to success at Luban Workshop in Tajikistan - China DailyCollaborative efforts lead to success at Luban Workshop in Tajikistan  China Daily

Empowering STEM Education Reform in Tajikistan: Workshop on Teacher Guide and Assessment Tools Development Held in Dushanbe - UNESCOEmpowering STEM Education Reform in Tajikistan: Workshop on Teacher Guide and Assessment Tools Development Held in Dushanbe  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

India Pakistan War: How an airbase in Tajikistan is giving sleepless nights to Pakistan - The Economic TimesIndia Pakistan War: How an airbase in Tajikistan is giving sleepless nights to Pakistan  The Economic Times

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

Tajikistan - EBRDTajikistan  EBRD

Afghan Qosh Tepa canal a key discussion point during Japarov's Tajikistan visit - AKI PressAfghan Qosh Tepa canal a key discussion point during Japarov's Tajikistan visit  AKI Press

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)

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

Russia to Gradually Cancel Tajikistan’s $300 Million Energy Debt - The Times Of Central AsiaRussia to Gradually Cancel Tajikistan’s $300 Million Energy Debt  The Times Of Central Asia

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

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

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

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

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

Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan set to chart roadmap for boosting bilateral trade - Trend News AgencyKyrgyzstan, Tajikistan set to chart roadmap for boosting bilateral trade  Trend News Agency

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

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

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

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

Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan sign historic border agreement after decades of disputes - EuronewsKyrgyzstan and Tajikistan sign historic border agreement after decades of disputes  Euronews

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

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

Preliminary evaluation of the WHO Special Programme on Primary Health Care: Tajikistan case study - World Health Organization (WHO)Preliminary evaluation of the WHO Special Programme on Primary Health Care: Tajikistan case study  World Health Organization (WHO)

Tajik scholar urges cultural heritage protection in SCO countries - China DailyTajik scholar urges cultural heritage protection in SCO countries  China Daily

President Japarov to pay state visit to Tajikistan - AKI PressPresident Japarov to pay state visit to Tajikistan  AKI Press

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

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

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

Tajikistan reportedly begins deporting Afghan migrants, sets 15-day deadline - Daryo.uzTajikistan reportedly begins deporting Afghan migrants, sets 15-day deadline  Daryo.uz

Presidential Administration comments on President Japarov's upcoming state visit to Tajikistan - AKI PressPresidential Administration comments on President Japarov's upcoming state visit to Tajikistan  AKI Press

Amid Chinese Investments in Tajikistan, Pamiris Are Losing Their Agency - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineAmid Chinese Investments in Tajikistan, Pamiris Are Losing Their Agency  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

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

Kyrgyzstan Swaps Contested Land With Tajikistan To End Decades-Long Dispute - NDTVKyrgyzstan Swaps Contested Land With Tajikistan To End Decades-Long Dispute  NDTV

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

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

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

Tajikistan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and OSCE conduct Nationwide Campaign "Youth Against Drugs, Vagrancy, and Hooliganism" - Organization for Security and Co-operation in EuropeTajikistan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and OSCE conduct Nationwide Campaign "Youth Against Drugs, Vagrancy, and Hooliganism"  Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe

President Japarov greeted by President Rahmon upon arrival in Tajikistan on a state visit - AKI PressPresident Japarov greeted by President Rahmon upon arrival in Tajikistan on a state visit  AKI Press

China, Tajikistan launch direct flight between their capital cities, boosting regional connectivity - Global TimesChina, Tajikistan launch direct flight between their capital cities, boosting regional connectivity  Global Times

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

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

Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan trade surges fivefold in following border reopening - AKI PressKyrgyzstan-Tajikistan trade surges fivefold in following border reopening  AKI Press

News - Unique Ancient Vessel Labeled with Woman's Name Unearthed in Tajikistan - Archaeology MagazineNews - Unique Ancient Vessel Labeled with Woman's Name Unearthed in Tajikistan  Archaeology Magazine

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

Launch of the FAO/WHO Codex Trust Fund Project in Tajikistan | CODEXALIMENTARIUS - Food and Agriculture OrganizationLaunch of the FAO/WHO Codex Trust Fund Project in Tajikistan | CODEXALIMENTARIUS  Food and Agriculture Organization

-81 kg: Makhmadbekov Wins the Third Gold for Tajikistan - IJF.org - International Judo Federation-81 kg: Makhmadbekov Wins the Third Gold for Tajikistan  IJF.org - International Judo Federation

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

Saudi Arabia Suspends E-Visas for Citizens of Tajikistan, Uzbekistan - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineSaudi Arabia Suspends E-Visas for Citizens of Tajikistan, Uzbekistan  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

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

Tajikistan: Big purge at Interior Ministry - EurasianetTajikistan: Big purge at Interior Ministry  Eurasianet

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

Wang Yi Meets with Tajikistan's Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin - fmprc.gov.cnWang Yi Meets with Tajikistan's Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin  fmprc.gov.cn

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

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