UNDP Tajikistan

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Recent news

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Fostering Equality and Respect: UNDP Sets the Example in the Fight for PSEA Locally and Globally

By raising awareness across all partnerships for a safer workplace for all

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UNDP Strengthens Efforts to Prevent Sexual Exploitation and Abuse through Awareness Sessions

UNDP Tajikistan has conducted two critical information sessions for civil society organizations and state institutions, aiming to empower participants to…

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Building citizen-centered civil registration in Tajikistan: Insights from Moldova

Modernizing civil registration lies at the heart of Tajikistan's efforts to build more effective, citizen-oriented public services.

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Tajik judges lead the way in trauma-informed approaches to gender-based violence cases

USAID-Supported Stop GBV Project, implemented by the UNDP, Equips Judges with Critical Knowledge to Enhance Support for Gender-Based Violence Survivors.

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Press Releases
Japan and UNDP embark on a new initiative to enhance urban resilience against climate risks in Central Asia

“Enhancing Urban Resilience to Disaster Risk and Climate Change in Central Asia” - the Government of Japan and UN Development Programme have agreed upon a new $4…

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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

Featured stories

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Stories
From Labour Migrant to Local Entrepreneur: How Fame of Sami’s Peanut Production Goes Beyond His Village

By turning local peanuts into opportunity, Sami built a thriving business and a better future at home with UNDP’s LITACA project funded by Japan.

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UNDP and Finland Advance Rights, Trade, and Women’s Empowerment in Tajikistan

The Finnish delegation's high-level visit to Tajikistan offered a chance to review progress and shape the future of Finland's partnership with UNDP in promoting…

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Mechanic Mavzuna from Tajikistani Buston expands her car service business with UNDP’s support

Female mechanics like Mavzuna are a rare sight in Tajikistan, bringing a fresh touch that's hard to beat.

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From Healthcare to Tech: How Nuriniso’s Dream Took Flight with UNDP’s IT Internship

For years, Nuriniso dreamed of entering the world of IT, but the opportunity never came—until now. A healthcare specialist with a background in public health,…

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UNDP’s Internships Help Young Tajik Men and Women Land Dream Jobs in Private Sector

Since September 2 024, 243 young adults have joined the programme, with 65 already completing their internships. And here’s the real success story: 55 of them …

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Publications

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Publications
UNDP Tajikistan Sustainable Development NEWS: March-April Highlights

In this March–April edition, discover how UNDP Tajikistan is driving real change through improved access to justice, climate action, inclusive trade, rural…

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UNDP Tajikistan Sustainable Development NEWS: January-February Highlights

In this edition of our newsletter, we highlight UNDP Tajikistan’s key achievements from January to February 2025. From strengthening the well-being of farmers to…

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Report: Development of Production Chains in Khatlon Region

This report explores opportunities to develop production chains and increase added value in Khatlon’s agro-industrial sector using a cluster approach. Analysis…

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Supporting Women's Legal Education in Tajikistan Project Publication

Tajikistan suffers from a significant gender gap in the justice sector. To address this gap and boost the education of young women law students and the career…

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Snapshot of Tajikistan

10.786

million

Population

21.2 %

Poverty rate

27%

women

in Parliament

0.679

Human Development Index

71.3

life expectancy

at birth

6%

Arable land

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