DUSHANBE, 09.04.2021 (NIAT Khovar) –  The Founder of Peace and National Unity, Leader of the Nation, President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon held met with public representatives of Isfara.

While analyzing the socio-economic development of the city, President Rahmon noted the huge production capacity of its enterprises. Isfara is one of the main industrial cities of Tajikistan, and significantly contributes to the national economic growth. The processing industry, including the processing of agricultural products, ore, gas, coal mining, metallurgy, electrical engineering, and construction materials, form the base of its economy.

Due to the constant support of the government, the number of businesses has gradually increased, reaching nearly 18,000 in 2020, which is 4.5 times higher compared to 2013.

“The government pays special attention to the improvement of living conditions of urban and rural residents of Isfara, and its progress and prosperity, and during the period of independence has allocated 1,137 billion somoni from the public budget for its socio-economic development. At the same time, 24 public investment projects in various fields have been implemented in Isfara over this period with 330 million somoni disbursed to date” said Rahmon.

“Based on the approved action plan we expect to construct 457 industrial, social, service and cultural facilities, including 9 industrial enterprises, 12 healthcare facilities, 47 educational facilities, 17 sport facilities, 12 cultural and recreational facilities, roads, bridges, residential and office buildings, and other facilities by the 30th anniversary of our state independence. We believe these initiatives will ensure further prosperity of urban and rural areas and improve people’s living standards,” added he.

“As of March 1, 411 industrial, social and domestic facilities had been built and put into operation in the city with the use of all sources of financing,» Rahmon added.

Bordering with the Kyrgyz Republic, Isfara plays an important role in strengthening good relations between the two countries.

“International relations experience shows that the relationship between neighboring countries should be based on mutual respect, tolerance and consideration of national interests of the parties,» emphasized Rahmon.

During the meeting instructions were given to officials regarding the development of the agro-processing industry, horticulture, intensive fisheries, and the development of food processing industries.

President Rahmon called on the people to use household and presidential lands efficiently, and to produce as much food for every family as possible to prevent possible food shortages.