AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMethane & Waste: A Tajik climate expert warns that landfills are a major, often ignored source of methane—and that cutting it can slow warming fast because methane breaks down in about a decade. Fuel Security: Tajikistan is negotiating with China to import gasoline and diesel, weighing routes via the Kulma border crossing or through northern neighbors, as Dushanbe faces rising prices and diesel shortages. Regional Diplomacy: Leaders are set to meet in Cholpon-Ata for an informal Central Asia–Azerbaijan consultative summit, with Azerbaijan’s participation signaling a shift from “C5” toward “C6” cooperation on transport, energy, tourism, and security. Investment Watch: Foreign investment into Tajikistan rose to about $1.9 billion in Q1 2026, but the mix still leans on loans and project finance, with energy, industry, and mining deals driving growth. Religious Rights: Tajik authorities deny any new legal ban on hijabs or long beards, but say there are no restrictions in law—amid ongoing reports of enforcement pressure. Science Cooperation: COMSTECH and Tajikistan discussed launching a joint program to boost scientific collaboration, including research partnerships and student exchanges.
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