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Tajikistan marks International Day of the Girl Child, amplifying girls’ voices, action and leadership
A two-day high-level forum opened today in Dushanbe to commemorate the International Day of the Girl Child. The event brought together young leaders, government officials, representatives of the United Nations, development partners, and civil...

Speech by Ilham Aliyev at the CIS Heads of State Council’s restricted-format meeting in Dushanbe
AZERBAIJAN, October 10 - - Dear Emomali Sharipovich, Dear colleagues, First and foremost, I would like to express my gratitude to the esteemed President of Tajikistan, Emomali Sharipovich Rahmon, for his hospitality and for the excellent...


President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev held one-on-one meeting with President of Russia Vladimir Putin in Dushanbe
AZERBAIJAN, October 9 - To the participants of the international conference on “Uniting efforts and enhancing cooperation for addressing the issue of missing persons” Dear conference participants, I sincerely greet you on the occasion of the...

Ilham Aliyev had one-on-one meeting with President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon in Dushanbe
AZERBAIJAN, October 10 - 10 October 2025, 10:00 Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, had a one-on-one meeting with Emomali Rahmon, President of the Republic of Tajikistan, on October 10 in Dushanbe. During the conversation, the...

Ilham Aliyev arrived at Palace of Nation in Dushanbe to participate in CIS Heads of State Council meeting
AZERBAIJAN, October 10 - To the participants of the international conference on “Uniting efforts and enhancing cooperation for addressing the issue of missing persons” Dear conference participants, I sincerely greet you on the occasion of the...

Putin labels ties with Russia, Tajikistan as ‘reliable allies’
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday described Russia and Tajikistan as “reliable allies” during his state visit to the Central Asian nation, where he held talks with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon. “Indeed, we are constantly...
OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe supports High-Level Briefing on Tajikistan’s New National Strategy to Counter Terrorism and Extremism
The OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe, in close partnership with the General Prosecutor’s Office of the Republic of Tajikistan, supported the organization and delivery of a high-level briefing to present the new National Strategy on Countering...

Ilham Aliyev arrived in Tajikistan
AZERBAIJAN, October 9 - At the invitation of President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev arrived in Dushanbe on October 9 to participate in the meeting of the CIS Heads of State...
OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe concludes chairmanship of Working Group on Economic and Trade Development
The OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe convened and chaired the concluding meeting of the Working Group on Macro, Private and Financial Sectors Development and Regional Trade Facilitation under the Development Co-ordination Council. Over the past...

The European Union and OSCE strengthen medical capabilities of Tajik Border Troops in Khorog, GBAO
With the support of the European Union, the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe concluded a Strengthening Medical Capabilities course for 29 officers (15 women and 14 men) of the Border Troops of the State Committee for National Security of the...
International Conference on Combating Transnational Cybercrime
On 25-26 September 2025, Astana hosted the international conference “Combating Transnational Cybercrime: Current Trends and Directions for Counteraction”. The event was organized by the OSCE Programme Office in Astana (the Office) in co-operation...

President Cyril Ramaphosa receives Letters of Credence from Heads of Mission-designate, 2 Oct
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Thursday, 02 October 2025, receive Letters of Credence from Heads of Mission-designate at a Credentials Ceremony to be held at Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guesthouse in Pretoria. Letters of Credence are official...

International Mehregan Festival Council Announces Leadership Team for Global Celebration of Persian Heritage
The International Mehregan Festival Council is focused on transcending borders and inspiring unity among diverse communities around the world. BEVERLY HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, September 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The International Mehregan...

Putin Hints at New Russian Weapon System
(MENAFN) President Vladimir Putin has indicated that Russia is poised to reveal a new military technology soon. During a press briefing in Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan, on Friday, he noted that tests of the undisclosed weapon have been...

Putin Set to Reveal New Russian Weapon Soon
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced that a new weapon system, previously disclosed but not yet unveiled, will soon be officially revealed, with testing progressing successfully. Speaking at a press conference Friday in...

Russia Mediates Peace Between Israel, Iran
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin revealed that Russia is acting as a mediator between Israel and Iran. He mentioned that West Jerusalem has reached out to Moscow for help in communicating its commitment to peace and its intention to avoid...

Trump Holds Talks with Winner of Nobel Peace Prize
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump revealed Friday that Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado personally phoned him shortly after winning the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, reportedly dedicating the award in his honor. “The person who...

MMC Drone Light Show Illuminates the Silk Road, Opening a New Chapter in International Cultural Exchange
From Xi’an to Central Asia, MMC drones staged six breathtaking light shows, celebrating heritage and strengthening cultural ties. SHENZHEN, GUANGDONG, CHINA, September 22, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- MicroMultiCopter Innovation Technology Co.,...

OSCE Chairperson-in-Office’s Special Envoy Hakala concludes visits to Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan
VIENNA/HELSINKI, 18 September 2025 - The OSCE Chairperson-in-Office’s Special Envoy, Ambassador Terhi Hakala, has concluded her official visit to Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan. The aim of the visit was to strengthen OSCE partnerships in...