Masato Kanda, President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), held a meeting with Emomali Rahmon, President of the Republic of Tajikistan, during which he reaffirmed the bank's commitment to supporting sustainable and inclusive economic growth in the country, according to an ADB press release.
A key outcome of the talks was the announcement of ADB's plan to provide approximately $1.1 billion to Tajikistan between 2026 and 2028. Funding will be allocated across three strategic priorities:
- Infrastructure | Development of transport, energy, and utilities
- Economic Competitiveness | Support for business, export capacity, and digitalization
- Social Services | Improving quality and accessibility of education, healthcare, and social protection
Masato Kanda emphasized that the bank intends to actively support government initiatives aimed at fostering a dynamic private sector. "The private sector is a critical source of employment, innovation, and sustainable economic growth," the ADB President stated.
In this context, the bank plans to expand its instruments for financial intermediation, guarantees, and technical assistance for local enterprises—particularly in regions with high potential for job creation.
Tajikistan has long been one of the ADB's key partners in Central Asia. Over the years of cooperation, the bank has financed dozens of projects in energy, transport, agriculture, and human capital development.
The new financing package is designed to accelerate progress toward national development goals, including poverty reduction, economic diversification, and enhanced resilience to climate-related risks.
The parties agreed to intensify efforts in preparing specific projects under the announced funding framework. Program details will be finalized in the coming months with the participation of relevant Tajik ministries and agencies.
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4 марта 2026 года