Tajikistan

  • May 28, 2019
  • 2 min read

Russian defence chief will avoid Tajikistan alarmism

As some Russian officials warn of militant threats to Tajikistan, the defence minister is taking a lower-key approach

Tajikistan
  • Apr 8, 2019
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Tajikistan to chase funds for giant dam despite delays

The government is pressing ahead with work on a giant hydroelectric plant in hope of getting two power units running

Tajikistan
  • Feb 5, 2019
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Russia will remain Central Asia's security guarantor

The foreign minister is likely to be discussing Afghan spillover risks as he tours three Central Asian states

Central Asia
  • Jan 18, 2019
  • 1 min read

Islamic State's Central Asian growth stalled for now

Reports of an Islamic State plot foiled in Kazakhstan highlight the challenges facing Central Asian governments

Central Asia
  • Nov 27, 2018
  • 1 min read

Prospects for Central Asia in 2019

The friendlier atmosphere among regional states is fostering energy cooperation and should boost trade

Central Asia
  • Nov 16, 2018
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Giant dam to boost Tajikistan and wider region

Billed as the world's tallest dam, Roghun is far from finished but its official launch is a major milestone

Tajikistan
  • Nov 12, 2018
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Tajik prison revolt points to Islamic State role

Islamist prisoners are said to have begun a mass prison riot that ended in bloodshed

Tajikistan
  • Aug 29, 2018
  • 1 min read

Water may unite or divide Uzbekistan and Tajikistan

Neighbouring Central Asian states have made great strides towards repairing relations

Uzbekistan