UNDP Tajikistan

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Recent news

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News
UNDP and Adaptation Fund Strengthen Climate Preparedness in the Kafernighan River Basin

For earlier and more reliable weather information, giving communities more time to protect their crops, livestock and livelihoods and prepare for climate-related…

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Turning Climate Priorities into Action: Building Resilience for Women and Men in Tajikistan

Across Tajikistan, climate change is reshaping lives and livelihoods—and the country is taking steps to turn adaptation priorities into coordinated action,…

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From Research to Action: Advancing Inclusive Employment Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities in Tajikistan

UNDP Tajikistan presented the findings of a joint research study on the challenges and opportunities for persons with disabilities to access employment and…

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UNDP and Japan to boost earthquake resilience in Dushanbe

Central Asia has a complex risk profile, and earthquakes are among the most prominent hazards. Tajikistan is no exception, with the 1949 Khait and the 1989…

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Advancing Gender-Responsive and Climate-Resilient Water Governance in the Kofarnihon River Basin

Stakeholders in Tajikistan convened at the first Kofarnihon River Basin Council meeting of 2026 to advance gender-responsive and climate-resilient Integrated…

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What we do

UNDP has been operating in Tajikistan since 1993, striving for a sustainable, inclusive, and equitable future. For 2023-2026, its focus areas, aligned with the government, are: 

  • Inclusive and green economic growth
  • Climate change, Energy, and environment
  • People-centered governance
  • Rule of law, access to justice, and women's empowerment

Change Stories

Stories
Farzona’s Story: How Modern Technology Is Helping Healthcare Workers Deliver Better HIV Services

Modern CD4 testing technology is strengthening HIV services in Tajikistan by helping healthcare workers like Farzona Karimova deliver faster, more accurate…

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Little Dilnoza’s First Vital Document and the Story of Changing Civil Registration System in Tajikistan

By modernising this system, these essential public services are becoming faster and more accessible for families nationwide.

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Rustam Shokhmurod: “We aim to structure the parliament’s work in line with leading international practices”

Strengthening the role of parliament and deepening cooperation with UNDP reflect a transition toward more systematic and sustainable development of the country’s…

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Young Women Lawyers Drive a 6% Increase in Women Advocates in Tajikistan

Across Tajikistan, more young women are becoming advocates, contributing to a 6% increase in licensed women advocates in the country — an important step towards…

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World Tuberculosis Day: A Mother’s Story of Resilience and the Importance of Timely Care in Tajikistan

Every year on 24 March, the world observes World Tuberculosis Day. Behind every diagnosis is a person and a family whose lives are suddenly changed. Yet…

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Publications

Publications
Manual on Combating Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence in Tajikistan

To help address technology-facilitated gender-based violence—including online harassment, cyberstalking, doxing, non-consensual image sharing and deepfakes—UNDP…

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Sustainable Development News: March - April

Sustainable development is driven by strong partnerships, innovative solutions, and the determination of people working together to create lasting change. Across…

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UNDP Sustainable Development News: May - June

Progress is built through partnership, innovation, and the determination of people working together to create lasting change. Throughout May and June, UNDP…

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Independent Country Programme Evaluation of UNDP Tajikistan (2021–2025)

The Independent Country Programme Evaluation (ICPE) of UNDP Tajikistan provides an independent assessment of UNDP’s contribution to the country’s development…

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UNDP Tajikistan Sustainable Development News - January–February

In our January–February Newsletter, we highlight a strong and inspiring start to the year. Together with national institutions, international partners and local…

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Snapshot of Tajikistan

10.786

Million population

21.2 %

Poverty rate

112

Gender Gap ranking out of 146 countries in the 2024 Global Gender Gap Report

0.679

Human Development Index

71.3

Life expectancy at birth

32%

Women experience gender-based violence in their lifetime

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