AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAI Ambition: Tajikistan’s international AI conference in Dushanbe drew about 200 participants from more than 20 countries. The government aims for AI to contribute 5% of GDP by 2040. Regional Payments: Central banks of Tajikistan, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan agreed to develop linked QR payment systems by year-end, enabling cross-border purchases and instant transfers through domestic banking apps. Infrastructure Funding: Tajikistan secured €62.45 million from the EBRD: €52.85 million for a 54-kilometre road and €9.6 million for water and sewerage upgrades in Kulob. Industry and Business: New Dushanbe plants will produce pharmaceuticals and doors and windows, supporting domestic manufacturing and jobs. Inspections of small and medium-sized businesses are suspended until 2029, though tax checks continue.
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