AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoU.S. Visa Policy: The U.S. has made its visa bond programme permanent, effective Aug 3, letting consular officers require refundable deposits of $10,000–$20,000 for B1 business and B2 tourism applicants from 50 countries—including Tajikistan—with money returned only if visitors follow visa conditions and leave on time. Fuel & Trade: Tajikistan is in talks with China to import petroleum products (gasoline/diesel), including possible delivery routes via the Kulma border and through northern neighbors, as Dushanbe faces tighter supplies and higher prices. Regional Integration: Central Asian leaders and Azerbaijan met in Cholpon-Ata to push practical cooperation on trade, transport corridors, energy security, tourism, and investment, with Tajikistan highlighting opportunities to expand economic ties and attract technology. Tourism Infrastructure: Azerbaijan and Kyrgyzstan inaugurated the Baku Resort & Spa on Issyk-Kul, a five-star project aimed at boosting jobs and attracting foreign visitors and business events. Cyber Risk: A new suspected campaign using backdoors OctLurk and SilkLurk targeted government organizations across Central Asia, including Tajikistan, raising concerns for public-sector digital security.
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