On November 12, in Moscow, the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Leader of the Nation, His Excellency Emomali Rahmon, and the President of the Russian Federation, His Excellency Vladimir Putin, held a working meeting.

At the beginning of the discussion, the Head of State of Tajikistan highly assessed the results of the Russian Federation’s chairmanship of the CSTO (Collective Security Treaty Organization).

During a substantive and constructive dialogue, the parties discussed a wide range of bilateral and multilateral issues in a spirit of mutual understanding and complete trust.

The high level of political dialogue was highlighted, with particular emphasis on the importance of the consistent implementation of previously reached bilateral agreements.

A productive exchange of views took place regarding the assurance of security and stability in the region.

Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to expanding trade and economic relations and diversifying the structure of trade turnover.

The parties noted the significant potential for cooperation in the fields of energy, industry, agriculture, as well as transport, logistics, and public infrastructure. New opportunities for developing cooperation in the areas of digitalization, artificial intelligence, electronic government services, and cybersecurity were highlighted.

In the humanitarian sphere, attention was focused on issues related to education, science, and culture.

Continued support for cultural, educational, and academic exchanges was discussed. Specific aspects of cooperation in the field of labor migration were also addressed.

Furthermore, views were exchanged on pressing issues on the international and regional agenda.