Tajikistan has ranked 113th out of 170 countries in the updated AlTi Global Social Progress Index 2025, earning a score of 58.15. The findings were published by the international research initiative AlTi Global Social Progress Index, which measures quality of life beyond economic indicators — including healthcare, education, civil rights, and freedoms.
The report covers the period from 2011 to 2024. During this time, Tajikistan improved its overall score by 5.98 points. However, no significant progress was recorded in 2024, with the country classified among those with “stagnant indicators.”
Major gains in water access and sanitation
One of the country’s most notable achievements, according to the report, is the sharp improvement in access to water and sanitation. Since 2011, Tajikistan has increased its score in this category by 38.83 points, placing it among the top global improvers in this area.
The report emphasizes that investments in water supply and sanitation infrastructure have long-term benefits for public health, education, and overall social well-being.
Rights and freedoms — the weakest area
Tajikistan’s most critical weakness remains in the category of “Rights & Voice.” Since 2011, the country’s score in this area has declined by 15.94 points, placing it among the ten countries with the sharpest deterioration worldwide.
This category includes indicators such as political rights, freedom of expression, media independence, academic freedom, and equality before the law.
Lowest ranking in the region
Tajikistan is part of the Central Asia and Caucasus region, which has generally shown steady improvement in social progress since 2011.
However, within the region, Tajikistan ranks last — trailing behind Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan.
For comparison: Kazakhstan ranks 58th, Uzbekistan 76th, and Kyrgyzstan 81st.
The report stresses that continued progress in the region will be impossible without substantial improvements in rights and freedoms, even amid advancements in infrastructure and education.
The AITi Global Social Progress Index is distinct in its comprehensive approach and rigorous assessment of the wellbeing of a society. By focusing only on non-economic aspects of social performance, the index offers actionable data insights revealing areas of need and opportunities for improvement for 170 countries.
The Index reveals that policymakers, investors, and other decision-makers can make a tangible difference now with the prospect of a strong social progress recovery.
The 2025 AlTi Global Social Progress Index was developed in partnership with AlTi Tiedemann Global as we both continue working on helping communities thrive.
In the report, they explore how focusing resources can make a difference in areas like health, sustainability, rights and freedom, and gender equity.
It also analyzes the performance of countries and regions, showcasing new opportunities for decision-makers to make an impact.
