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Tajikistan and Uzbekistan Plan New Joint Ventures for Raw Material Processing
Tajikistan and Uzbekistan discussed launching new joint ventures and deep processing of raw materials during talks in Dushanbe. The countries aim to create competitive finished products with high added value, moving beyond simple resource supply. They also agreed to exchange experience and combine production capabilities.
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Tajikistan Villages Explore Biogas from Cow Dung to Replace Firewood
In Tajikistan, UNDP projects have installed 37 biogas reactors converting cow dung into fuel and fertilizer, reducing greenhouse gas emissions. One family in Kulob reports lower energy costs and improved crop yields due to the biogas system, which also helps conserve land fertility amid climate change.
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Tajik migrant needs over 80,000 rubles to start work in Moscow
A Tajik citizen planning to work in Moscow will need over 80,000 rubles, according to the Ministry of Labor's representative office in Russia. This amount covers document processing, including work permits and medical exams, and initial living expenses. Actual costs may be higher.
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Tajikistan and Germany Discuss Expanding Cooperation in Dushanbe
Tajikistan and Germany held political consultations in Dushanbe on November 13, 2026, to discuss bilateral relations in political, economic, cultural, and other spheres. The talks focused on strengthening cooperation in trade, economy, science, culture, medicine, migration, tourism, and security. Both sides expressed satisfaction with the current level of interaction and interest in further expansion.
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Turkmenistan Advocates for Global Cooperation on Climate Change at COP31 Summit
Turkmenistan's National Leader, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, addressed the COP31 Summit, emphasizing global cooperation to combat climate change. He highlighted Turkmenistan's commitment to international climate agreements and its National Climate Strategy, including measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance energy efficiency.
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Tajikistan and Russia Discuss Energy Sector Cooperation
Tajikistan's Minister of Energy and Water Resources met with the Director General of Russia's Inter RAO in Moscow to discuss energy cooperation. Key topics included the operation of the Sangtuda-1 HPP and prospects for joint projects. Both sides expressed readiness to continue fruitful cooperation and strengthen mutually beneficial relations in the energy sector.
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Tajikistan's TOUR TJ Startup Named Best in TravelTech at World Tourism Awards 2026
Tajikistan's technology startup TOUR TJ won the Best TravelTech Startup 2026 award at the World Tourism Awards ceremony in Brussels. Founder and CEO Idibek Vokhidov accepted the award, highlighting the achievement as significant for the team and for Tajikistan's tourism and IT sectors, demonstrating the potential of local startups on the global stage.
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Tajikistan and UNODC Discuss Cooperation on Combating Human Trafficking
Tajikistan's First Deputy Interior Minister met with the UNODC regional representative to discuss strengthening cooperation in preventing human trafficking and protecting victims' rights. They explored enhancing professional skills of officials and strengthening relevant structures. The discussion also covered modern threats like domestic violence and the need for coordinated action with international partners.
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Mountain Nations Fail to Include Glacier Melting on COP31 Agenda
Mountain countries, including Kyrgyzstan, Nepal, and Bhutan, were unsuccessful in getting the issue of melting glaciers officially added to the COP31 agenda. This marks the fourth consecutive failed attempt by these nations to secure a separate discussion on glaciers within UN climate talks. Major countries and the EU reportedly blocked the initiative, fearing new environmental protection financial obligations.
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Central Asian nations to establish electricity trading platform
Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan plan to create a common platform for electricity trading. This initiative aims to allow countries to sell surplus power and purchase electricity to cover deficits. The project, supported by the World Bank, is expected to launch a pilot market within 18 months.
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Tajikistan President Inaugurates New International Hospital in Dushanbe
President Emomali Rahmon of Tajikistan has opened the new International Hospital in Dushanbe, a facility designed for 1200 diagnostic patients and 150 inpatients. The hospital features 30 departments equipped with modern diagnostic and treatment tools, including AI-powered equipment for precise disease diagnosis. It operates on a unified digital system and currently employs 186 specialists, with plans to expand to 420 jobs.
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Shohin Airlines to Launch Domestic Flights Connecting Dushanbe with Four Cities
Shohin Airlines has announced plans to launch regular domestic flights from Dushanbe to Khorog, Khujand, Bokhtar, and Kulob. The new routes aim to develop regional air travel and improve transport accessibility within Tajikistan. The airline will use modern L410 NG aircraft with a capacity of 19 passengers, operating flights based on weather conditions. This initiative supports the country's infrastructure development goals.
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Tajikistan to Receive €72.25 Million for Mountain Ecosystem Restoration
Tajikistan will receive €72.25 million for land restoration, mountain ecosystem recovery, and climate change adaptation in agriculture under the regional CLiCA program. The Green Climate Fund approved a €264.4 million budget for the seven-year initiative, with Uzbekistan also receiving significant funding.
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Russia and Ukraine Agree to Involve Europe in Next Peace Talks Round
Russia and Ukraine have agreed to invite European countries to the next round of peace negotiations, according to former US special envoy Jared Kushner. The agreement followed three days of intensive diplomatic talks from November 10-12. The expanded format aims to discuss not only territorial issues but also broader European security post-conflict.
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Uzbekistan: Editor Sentenced to Over 10 Years for Extortion and Fraud
Fazliddinkhon Mekhmonov, editor-in-chief of Demokrat.uz, has been sentenced to 10 years and 3 months in prison by a Tashkent court. He was found guilty of extortion, fraud, and illegal arms possession. Blogger Aziz Goipnazarov received a 10-year sentence for extortion. The court ordered Mekhmonov to pay material damages.
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Kyrgyzstan: Man Sentenced to Three Years for Social Media Repost
Baktybek Moldaliev has been sentenced to three years in prison by an Osh court for reposting materials from publications previously declared extremist. Moldaliev claims he did not share the content online as his phone was confiscated by investigators. His wife stated the court did not consider his arguments.
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Over Half of Kazakhs Interested in Politics But Doubt Influence, Survey Finds
A survey by DEMOSCOPE reveals that over half of Kazakhstan's residents follow public and political events, but nearly 45% believe citizens lack real influence on government decisions. Almost half of respondents did not participate in public life in the past year. Elections and referendums remain the most common form of participation.
