President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon congratulated military personnel on the 33rd anniversary of the establishment of the country’s Armed Forces, the president’s official website reported.
In his address, the head of state noted that the Armed Forces represent one of the key pillars of modern Tajik statehood and serve as a reliable guarantor of the country’s independence and freedom.
According to the president, members of the military, along with law enforcement officers, are fulfilling their duties with dignity, ensuring the protection of state borders, maintaining stability and public order, and safeguarding citizens’ security.
Rahmon recalled that during the tragic years of the imposed civil war in the early 1990s, the country’s leadership recognized the vital necessity of creating its own capable Armed Forces. Despite serious economic and financial difficulties, the National Army was formed, and the first military parade was held on February 23, 1993.
The president emphasized that Tajikistan’s Armed Forces were established and strengthened under challenging conditions, gaining combat experience and building professionalism. In subsequent years, the army, together with other military and law enforcement structures, repeatedly demonstrated loyalty to their oath, courage, and dedication in ensuring state security and protecting the people.
Rahmon expressed gratitude to military personnel and law enforcement officers for their devoted service, stressing that the state and the nation will never forget the sacrifices of officers and soldiers who gave their lives to restore constitutional order, defend the country’s borders, and strengthen peace and stability.
The president also pointed to the complex and tense situation in the region and the world, highlighting growing threats of terrorism, extremism, cybercrime, and other forms of transnational crime. In this context, he underscored the need to further strengthen the country’s defense capability, enhance personnel training, master modern technologies, and improve the professional skills of service members.
In conclusion, Emomali Rahmon expressed confidence that the Armed Forces would continue to carry out their mission with honor, ensuring national security and peaceful life for the people, and wished all service members and veterans good health, prosperity, and resilience.
