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New ADB report lowers region's growth rate to 6 percent on continued global uncertainties and slowing economic activity.  Read More

ADB Continues Improving Road Connectivity in Tajikistan

ADB has approved a $70 million grant to improve key roads in Tajikistan, enhancing road safety and maintenance and promoting local community development. Read More

12 Pillars for the Transformation of Asia and the Pacific Region

Asia and the Pacific has made good progress towards the eight Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), though the region will still need to make greater efforts if it is to meet some important targets. Read More

Asia's Path to Prosperity

Industrialization must be an essential part of the growth formula if Asian countries are to prosper and avoid the 'middle income trap,' says ADB report. Read More

Overview

Tajikistan has made significant progress in developing its economy and reducing poverty in recent years. However, significant challenges remain in infrastructure development (particularly power and transport), and in creating an enabling environment for private sector investment.

ADB is working closely with the government and other development partners to implement wide-ranging reforms in various sectors of the national economy. ADB's program in Tajikistan will continue to support regional cooperation in the energy and transport sectors, while providing policy support for improving the investment climate.

Fast Facts

7.95 (2012)
Population in millions

2.2% (2010-2012)
Annual population growth rate

46.7% (2009)
Population living below the national poverty line

Fact Sheet

Proposed Projects

26 Sep 2013 45432-002: Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation Corridor 6 (Ayni-Uzbekistan Border Road) Improvement Project
20 Sep 2013 46418-001: Golovnaya 240MW Hydropower Plant Rehabilitation Project
15 Aug 2013 47099-001: Investment Climate Reforms
4 Jul 2013 46535-001: Strengthening Private Sector Participation in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)
4 Jul 2013 46535-002: Strengthening Private Sector Participation in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)
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Approved Projects

19 Sep 2013 46543-002: Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation Corridors 3 and 5 Enhancement Project
14 Aug 2013 47098-001: Support Enabling Capacity Building for Public-Private Partnerships in Tajikistan
25 Jul 2013 45354-002: Building Climate Resilience in the Pyanj River Basin
25 Jun 2013 45229-001: Access to Green Finance Project
29 May 2013 46543-001: Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation Corridors 3 and 5 Enhancement Project
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ADB Lending

Amount ($M) / %
Sector (No. of loans)
99.34 / 26.67
Agriculture (6)
 
7.50 / 2.01
Education (1)
 
75.50 / 20.27
Energy (3)
 
8.00 / 2.15
Finance (2)
 
7.50 / 2.01
Health (1)
 
20.70 / 5.56
Industry and Trade (2)
 
105.40 / 28.29
Transport and ICT (4)
 
3.60 / 0.97
Water Supply (1)
 
45.00 / 12.08
Multisector (3)
 
372.54 / 100.00
TOTAL (23)
Cumulative as of 31 December 2012

Publications

Oct 2013 Asian Development Outlook 2013 Update: Governance and Public Service Delivery

Sep 2013 Framework of Inclusive Growth Indicators 2013: Key Indicators for Asia and the Pacific

Aug 2013 Key Indicators for Asia and the Pacific 2013

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News Releases

2 Oct 2013 ADB Raises 2013 Growth Outlook for Tajikistan
2 Oct 2013 Asia Must Step Up Governance Reforms to Sustain Growth and Development
2 Oct 2013 Developing Asia Slowing Amid Global Financial Jitters
26 Sep 2013 ADB Continues Improving Road Connectivity in Tajikistan
21 Aug 2013 Asia Cannot Bypass Manufacturing on Path to Prosperity - ADB Report
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Development Effectiveness

November 2010
Tajikistan: Rising Path to Progress

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