AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoWater Diplomacy Push: Dushanbe kicked off the Asia-Pacific regional preparatory meeting for the 2026 UN Water Conference, running alongside Tajikistan’s big “Water for Sustainable Development” conference (May 25–28), with officials warning that water stress and glacier loss are hitting the region hard and urging faster action toward UN water goals. Culture & Public Life: A Water Festival filled Navruzgoh Park with craft and food exhibitions and concerts, while a Tajik traditional costume show highlighted national heritage in the capital. Trade Signals: Tajikistan reported trade growth with non-CIS countries—up 14.4% to $1.41 billion in Jan–Mar 2026—though March exports rose and imports fell. Security Abroad: Saudi authorities said 33 expatriates were arrested for trying to reach Makkah without Hajj permits, with fines and deportation rules for violators. Regional Tech Cooperation: Tajikistan and Uzbekistan moved to reduce cross-border mobile interference by jointly measuring radio frequencies and adjusting network parameters.
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