Tajikistan

Somon Air Receives Second Boeing 737 MAX 8
Tajikistan's national carrier has added a second Boeing 737 MAX 8 to its fleet; the aircraft is named after Abuabdullo Rudaki, and the new planes are planned for international routes.

Iran and Tajikistan Agree to Accelerate Transport Cooperation
Ministers of transport of Iran and Tajikistan discussed development of rail, road and air transport, as well as port infrastructure and logistics.

Tajikistan Restores Power System to Normal Operation After Blackout
Tajikistan's Energy Ministry denies accident at Nurek HPP and says power system will be restored soon after mass outage.

EFSD to Provide Tajikistan with $200 Million Budget Support Loan
The Eurasian Fund for Stabilization and Development will provide Tajikistan with a $200 million loan to support the state budget. The funds will be disbursed in three tranches.

Tajikistan and Turkey Discuss Expanding Trade and Economic Cooperation
Tajikistan's Minister of Economic Development met with the chairman of the Tajikistan-Turkey Business Council to discuss investments and strengthening business ties.

Tajikistan Proposes Construction of Major Oil Refinery in Central Asia
President Emomali Rahmon of Tajikistan has proposed studying the construction of a large oil refinery in Central Asia using cutting-edge technologies.

Tajikistan's Oil Production Rises
Tajikistan produced over 10,000 tons of oil in the first half of 2026, showing year-on-year growth.

Russia's Fuel Problems Spill Beyond Domestic Market
Russia's fuel problems, caused by reduced refining after strikes on refineries, are spreading beyond its borders and affecting Central Asian countries.

Tajikistan Expands Cooperation with Azerbaijan within Middle Corridor
Tajikistan views the Middle Corridor as a key direction of its transport and foreign economic policy, opening new opportunities for expanding cooperation with Azerbaijan.