Economics

EBRD allocates 50 million euros to Tajikistan to reduce electricity losses

The money, in particular, will go towards the modernization of electricity distribution networks.

World Bank assesses global business climate: how does Tajikistan compare?

The World Bank has released its Business Ready (B-READY) 2025 report, which evaluates the business and investment climate across countries. The report covers 101...

Electricity rates in Tajikistan set to rise again

Starting February 1, 2026, electricity tariffs in Tajikistan will increase, with unofficial sources indicating a 17% hike for residential customers. Authorities justify this move...

Untapped potential of the past year: what is Tajikistan missing?

Tajikistan continues to underutilize its strategic potential in the infrastructure and logistics sector — an area that could serve as a powerful growth driver...

Modernization of Qayroqqum hydropower plant fully completed

All six generating units of the Qayroqqum hydropower plant (HPP) have been fully modernized and put into operation. Landscaping and site improvement works at...

Cotton prices rise on global markets after long period of decline

Since the beginning of 2026, cotton prices have been on the rise again. In early January, cotton futures surged to 64.8 cents per pound,...

Prices for NBT-produced gold bars surge by nearly 40% last year

In 2025, the price of gold bars issued by the National Bank of Tajikistan (NBT) surged by a record 39.03%, driven by the global...

Imon International announces unprecedented interest rate reduction — up to 8% below standard terms

For the first time in its history, Imon International is launching a lending program with interest rates reduced by up to 8% below standard...

US power play in Venezuela sends shockwaves through Eurasian energy markets

The United States’ bold move to detain Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and signal a takeover of the country’s oil sector has triggered sharp condemnation...

Independent audit reveals issues in financial statements of OJSC NBO Roghun

Audit firm Baker Tilly Tajikistan has reviewed the financial statements of Open Joint-Stock Company (OJSC) NBO Roghun for the year 2024, issuing a qualified...

Around 20% of land in Central Asia is degraded — UN Report

Roughly one-fifth of all land in Central Asia, including Tajikistan, is classified as degraded. According to the latest UN Environment Programme (UNEP) report, Global...
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