AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoTourism Push: Tajikistan approved a $29.5M (273.4M somoni) tourism action plan for 2027-2030, with 37 measures spanning infrastructure, safety, workforce training, and the “E‑Mehmon” visitor system; the Tourism Development Committee must report progress by March 1. SCO Diplomacy: India says it will engage the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation as an institution even after Pakistan takes the chair in 2027, while handling Pakistan bilaterally case-by-case; the Bishkek summit on Aug 31–Sep 1 is set to bring major leaders, including Xi Jinping and Modi. Regional Connectivity: Tajikistan’s neighbors keep betting on cross-border routes as China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan transport links speed up trade, while fuel disruptions push Central Asia to seek alternatives beyond Russia. Industry & Jobs: Rahmon broke ground on a new 1.2Mta cement plant in Khatlon, aiming to ease shortages and stabilize prices by expanding domestic capacity through 2029. Bilateral Talks: Tajikistan and South Korea discussed preparations for a “Central Asia – Republic of Korea” summit, signaling more cooperation on the regional agenda.
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