The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) continues to successfully implement the "Regional Small Business Support Program" (RSBP) in Tajikistan, funded by the European Union, says press release issued by the EBRD Dushanbe Resident Office.
During its work in the country, RSBP, created to support credit institutions in financing and servicing SME clients, has covered over 3,500 employees (32% out of which are women) from 25 credit institutions with its educational programs.
In terms of participation in RSBP training programs, Tajikistan ranks 2nd in Central Asia.
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On December 5, 2024, in Dushanbe, the EBRD, together with the National Bank of Tajikistan (NBT), held an event, during which the most active RSBP participants from among credit organizations and their employees were awarded. In particular, such partners of EBRD as Arvand Bank, Investment and Credit Bank (ICB), MDO Humo, Eskhata Bank and Amonatbonk took part in the ceremony.
During the event, credit institutions shared their experience in integrating EBRD training programs into internal personnel development programs, and also noted the positive impact of this work on the volume of lending to SMEs. Training programs in Tajik were specifically highlighted, which were prepared in cooperation with the State Unitary Enterprise SB RT Amonatbonk.
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EU-funded – RSBP is an online platform available to all credit institutions in Tajikistan. It offers more than 27 online courses in various areas relevant to the financial sector.
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In addition, the RSBP program enables specialists from the financial sector of Tajikistan to participate in regional training programs, thereby allowing them to expand business ties in Central Asia and exchange experience and best practices in lending to SMEs.
