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India, Tajikistan Boost Ties in Trade, Tech & Defence in Dushanbe Talks

Senior diplomats from India and Tajikistan held the fifth round of Foreign Office Consultations in Dushanbe, co-chaired by India's Secretary (West) Sibi George and Tajik Deputy Foreign Minister Idibek Kalandar. The discussions comprehensively reviewed bilateral cooperation across trade, economics, science, technology, fintech, pharmaceuticals, and cultural exchanges. The meeting follows a previous high-level interaction between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Tajik President Emomali Rahmon on the sidelines of the SCO summit. The MEA emphasized that the traditionally close ties, established in 1992, continue to deepen with a special focus on military and defence cooperation.

Key Points: India-Tajikistan Review Bilateral Cooperation in Key Sectors

  • Trade & economic relations reviewed
  • Focus on fintech and pharmaceuticals
  • Defence and military cooperation highlighted
  • Cultural and people-to-people ties strengthened
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India and Tajikistan review cooperation across various sectors

India and Tajikistan held foreign office consultations, reviewing ties in trade, fintech, pharma, defence, and culture to strengthen strategic partnership.

"They comprehensively reviewed the current bilateral relations covering areas of mutual interest - Randhir Jaiswal, MEA Spokesperson"

Dushanbe, April 1

Secretary at the Ministry of External Affairs, Sibi George, called on Tajikistan's Minister of Foreign Affairs Sirojiddin Muhriddin on Wednesday, discussing bilateral ties, regional and global matters of common interest.

During his visit to Dushanbe, Sibi George also co-chaired the fifth round of India-Tajikistan Foreign Office Consultations along with Tajikistan's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Idibek Kalandar, the MEA stated on Wednesday.

The two sides reviewed bilateral ties covering areas of mutual interest such as trade and economic relations, science and technology, fintech, pharmaceuticals, culture and people to people ties.

"Secretary (West) Sibi George called on Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan, Mr. Sirojiddin Muhriddin. They reviewed the bilateral ties and exchanged views on regional and global matters of common interest," MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal posted on X.

"The 5th round of India-Tajikistan Foreign Office Consultations was also held in Dushanbe, co-chaired by Secretary (West) and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Idibek Kalandar. They comprehensively reviewed the current bilateral relations covering areas of mutual interest such as trade and economic relations, science and technology, fintech, pharmaceuticals, culture, people to people relations," he added.

Last August, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in China's Tianjin.

"Always a pleasure to interact with Mr. Emomali Rahmon, the President of Tajikistan. India's trade and cultural linkages are increasing and this is a wonderful sign," PM Modi posted on X after the meeting.

Ties between India and Tajikistan have been traditionally close and cordial. Since the establishment of diplomatic ties in 1992, regular high level visits between the two countries have further cemented the bilateral ties.

Deep rooted historical and cultural linkages have helped expand and widen the relationship to a new level, the MEA states. Cooperation between India and Tajikistan covers all aspects of human endeavour with special focus on military and defence ties.

- IANS

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Priya S
Good to see cultural and people-to-people ties being discussed. We share so much history with the region along the Silk Road. Hope this leads to more student exchanges and easier tourism. Would love to visit Dushanbe!
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Rohit P
While high-level talks are important, I hope these discussions translate into concrete benefits for common people. Easier trade routes, more affordable exports, and job creation should be the real measure of success.
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Sarah B
As someone working in tech, the mention of fintech cooperation is very promising. India's digital payment infrastructure is world-class. Sharing this expertise can be a game-changer for Tajikistan's economy and deepen our partnership.
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Vikram M
The article mentions military and defence ties as a special focus. Given the strategic location, this is a vital partnership for regional security. Hope our pharmaceutical companies also get a bigger market there.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, I wish our media gave more coverage to such substantive foreign policy engagements instead of just the political drama. This is how real, long-term national interest is built - through consistent diplomatic effort.

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