Central Asia

Record-breaking temperatures in Central Asia in February: rising risks of global warming

February 2026 saw record-breaking temperatures across Central Asia, further confirming the escalating climate crisis. In all the countries of the region, temperatures significantly exceeded...

New fruit orchard planted on seven hectares in Dushanbe

A new fruit orchard has been established in the Khovaron neighborhood of Dushanbe, covering more than 7 hectares. The orchard includes saplings of apple...

Famous “Kharbouza” teahouse in Hisor re-listed for auction

The renowned "Kharbouza" national teahouse in Hisor has once again been put up for auction. The bidding for the property is scheduled for March...

Over 200 Tajik nationals repatriated from Iran and 115 others from the UAE

After the onset of military actions by the US and Israel against Iran, Tajikistan has repatriated 219 of its citizens from Iran. Additionally, 115...

Tajikistan and Turkmenistan outline directions for trade and economic cooperation

A two-day meeting of the joint intergovernmental commission on trade, economic, and scientific-technical cooperation between Tajikistan and Turkmenistan was held in Dushanbe on March...

Output from Tajikistan’s free economic zones increases by 30% in 2025

In 2025, the production value of industrial goods in Tajikistan's Free Economic Zones (FEZs) reached approximately 687 million somoni (around $69 million), according to...

Tajikistan authorities order Somon Air to organize charter flights for citizens from the Middle East

The Tajik government has tasked the airline Somon Air with organizing charter flights to repatriate Tajik citizens from Middle Eastern countries if necessary. The...

Uzbekistan to introduce life sentences for pedophiles and arrests for sexual harassment

Uzbekistan is preparing changes to its criminal legislation aimed at tightening penalties for crimes involving violence against women and children. Among the proposed reforms...

Free heart disease treatment campaign for children launched in Dushanbe

The Republican Scientific Center of Cardiology in Dushanbe launched a campaign on March 2 to provide free diagnostics and surgeries for children with heart...

Tajik experts predict prolonged conflict as U.S. and Israel wage war against Iran

As the war between the United States and Israel against Iran enters its fifth day, airstrikes from both sides continue. The U.S. and Israel...
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