AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoRoghun Tragedy: An Indian national, Sandeep Kumar, died at the Roghun Hydropower Project site in Tajikistan, with the Indian Embassy in Dushanbe confirming the death and saying support is being provided to his family. Border Security: Tajik authorities reported two Afghan nationals killed in a shootout with border guards in Khatlon’s Fathobod area, saying the men were allegedly involved in drug smuggling and hashish was seized. Trade Numbers: Tajikistan’s foreign trade turnover rose 42.3% in Jan.–July 2026 to $7.94bn, with exports up 57.2% and imports up 38.6%, and China listed as the top partner. Tourism Policy: Dushanbe is setting up a tourism fund to reinvest tourist and travel-company fees into infrastructure, training, and service upgrades as visitor numbers climb. Energy Pivot: Tajikistan has asked Iran for 2.55 million tons of crude oil and fuel amid Russian supply strain, while the U.S. has warned citizens to avoid Afghanistan-adjacent border areas. Regional Diplomacy: Turkmenistan and Tajikistan held foreign-minister consultations in Ashgabat, focusing on trade, energy, transport, communications, and cultural ties. Cyber Cooperation: Qatar’s cyber agency hosted a Tajik delegation to discuss strengthening cybersecurity collaboration.
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