On November 9, the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Leader of the Nation, His Excellency Emomali Rahmon, received the European Commissioner for International Partnerships, Honorable Jozef Síkela.

During the meeting, the parties discussed issues related to cooperation between Tajikistan and the European Union.

President Emomali Rahmon emphasized that “the development of cooperation with the European Union will continue to remain one of the priorities of our country’s foreign policy.”

Both sides highlighted the importance of relations within the framework of “Central Asia–European Union” format, which has elevated relations between the two regions to the level of strategic partnership.

The development of cooperation in energy and the green economy, strengthening resilience to climate change, and ensuring sustainable economic growth were among the key topics discussed.

Expanding cooperation in transport, ensuring Tajikistan’s access to regional corridors and European markets, developing modern industry, digital technologies, and the production of advanced equipment were also important subjects of the discussions.

Geological exploration, the establishment of modern laboratories, mineral extraction and processing, attracting European investment, and training qualified specialists were identified as promising areas for future cooperation.

There was also a constructive exchange of views on other issues of mutual interest.