Ever wondered how supercharging partnerships can open doors? 🚀 This Saturday (Nov 22), Tajik President Emomali Rahmon welcomed Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Dushanbe for a high-energy meet-up aimed at taking Tajikistan-China bonds to the next level. 🤝
Why it matters: China is now Tajikistan’s top trading partner and biggest source of investment. From energy projects to digital Silk Road plans, both sides are laying the groundwork for growth and innovation that could ripple across Central and South Asia.
- Strategic partnership on fast track: Rahmon highlighted how the comprehensive strategic partnership has boomed in recent years.
- One-China principle: Tajikistan reaffirmed its commitment, backing China’s stance on cross-border unity.
- Global Governance Initiative: Both countries pledged to push China’s four global initiatives—think climate, digital, supply chains and security—via the UN, Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and the China-Central Asia Mechanism.
- Security push: They agreed to step up joint efforts against terrorism, separatism and extremism for a safer neighborhood. 🛡️
Wang Yi praised the deep friendship and strategic communication between the two leaders. He noted China’s focus on high-quality development and opening up new markets, promising more tech, infrastructure and green-energy opportunities for Tajikistan.
Plus, Wang Yi kicked off the first China-Tajikistan Foreign Ministers Strategic Dialogue with his Tajik counterpart Sirojiddin Muhriddin—setting the stage for smoother coordination on all fronts. 🔄
Bottom line? With this mega meetup, Tajikistan and China are doubling down on teamwork, aiming to unlock fresh pathways for trade, tech and global cooperation. Stay tuned for updates on what this strategic duo will launch next! 🌍✨
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Tajik president meets Chinese foreign minister on boosting ties
cgtn.com
