AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoDigital Zones Boost: Tajikistan has secured a $1.7 million grant to install a “Single Window” digital system in its free economic zones, aiming to simplify permits and customs steps, improve transparency, and make the zones more attractive for foreign investors. Border Security Focus: The CSTO says Tajikistan is working on a joint border security programme with Afghanistan, including upgrades to surveillance, infrastructure and coordination, as the alliance warns the security situation along the frontier remains “complicated.” China Highway Work Restarts: Months after attacks killed Chinese workers, work has reportedly resumed on the Dushanbe–Kulma highway linking Tajikistan to China via GBAO and the Kulma Pass, a key corridor for trade and connectivity. Regional Finance Outlook: The Eurasian Development Bank is moving toward expanding membership, with its council approving potential new members across Eurasia and the Gulf—an effort that could widen funding options for Tajikistan and the region. Water & Risk Management: While not Tajik-specific, the week’s coverage highlights how Central Asia is bracing for climate-driven floods and mudflows, reinforcing the business case for resilient infrastructure and early-warning systems.
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