AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCIS and regional trade: Uzbekistan’s engagement with the Commonwealth of Independent States is framed as practical economic diplomacy—free trade, document recognition, visa-free movement and transit links—supporting steady growth and keeping CIS markets at about one-third of its foreign trade. Tajikistan’s independence drive in Sughd: President Emomali Rahmon marked Tajikistan’s 35th independence anniversary in Khujand and across Sughd with a packed commissioning push, including renovated social sites like the Sirdaryo Teahouse, a new Khurshedi Istiqlol kindergarten, and new education and health facilities in Asht. China ties: Assistant Foreign Minister Liu Bin attended a reception in China marking Tajikistan’s 35th anniversary, highlighting deepening China-Tajik cooperation under leadership guidance. Sports spotlight: At the Asian Games, Kazakhstan’s Kadyrbek Shynbayev comforted a defeated Tajik opponent after winning MMA gold, while Tajik fighters also featured in medal outcomes amid appeals and tight bouts. Opposition leadership change: Tajikistan’s Islamic Renaissance of Tajikistan elected a new chairman after Muhiddin Kabiri stepped down, signaling another shift after years of pressure on the group. Regional energy and security context: Reports also point to how disruptions in Russian diesel supply keep Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan exposed, and how UN debates on sanctions and Iran raise risks for Central Asia’s trade routes.
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