AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCulture Diplomacy: Bishkek kicked off the “Days of Tajikistan” cinema celebrations, with Tajik and Kyrgyz officials and film figures gathering for screenings at Ala-Too cinema, including “Life is beautiful” (May 18) and “The Tale of Rustam” (May 19) and “Path of Wrath” (May 20). Aviation Expansion: Tajikistan’s Somon Air says it expects Boeing 737 MAX 8 deliveries in July–August 2026, aiming to expand routes and upgrade passenger service after talks with Boeing. Climate & Security Talks: In Astana, Central Asia and China interior ministers discussed transnational crime, cybercrime and extremism, with Tajik security officials among the participants. Glacier Warning: Tajik scientists report first direct winter field measurements on a Pamir glacier since independence, finding sharp declines in snow reserves and faster melting even at high altitude. Ongoing Pressure on Pensions: Tajikistan temporarily suspended pension payments for 14,000+ people who missed biometric re-registration.
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