AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHuman Rights: Tajikistan’s record faces its fourth UN review on Nov. 5, when the Human Rights Council will assess the country alongside 13 other states. Domestic Policy: President Emomali Rahmon signed a law banning the production, import, export and sale of e-cigarettes; penalties for violations have not yet been established. Tajiks in Russia: Tajik prisoners in Volgograd say they are being pressured to enlist in Russia’s war in Ukraine and have asked Dushanbe to help them return home. Russian prison authorities reject the allegations. Political Outreach: Rahmon opened a new regional headquarters for the ruling People’s Democratic Party in Sughd, intended to support its public outreach and work with young people and women. Pakistan Ties: Tajikistan’s ambassador urged stronger business links, saying the two countries aim to raise bilateral trade from $43 million in 2025 to $200 million within three years.
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