Tajikistan is expanding cooperation with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development in the energy sector.

The issue was discussed during a meeting between  Tajik Minister of Energy and Water Resources Daler Juma and Holger Wiefel, head of the EBRD’s resident office in Tajikistan, Khovar reported, citing the Ministry of Energy and Water Resources.

The two sides discussed expanding cooperation in the energy sector and implementing key infrastructure projects. They also expressed satisfaction with the current level of cooperation.

The discussions also covered mobilizing financing for projects aimed at reducing electricity losses and improving the efficiency of Tajikistan’s energy system. The sides also focused on developing new hydropower capacity with the bank’s involvement.