Tajikistan

, Tadzhikistan, Tadjikistan

a republic in central Asia: under Uzbek rule from the 15th century until taken over by Russia in the 1860s, it became an autonomous Soviet republic in 1929 and gained full independence from the Soviet Union in 1991; it is mainly mountainous. Official language: Tajik or Tajiki. Religion: believers are mainly Muslim. Currency: somoni. Capital: Dushanbe. Pop.: 6 297 000 (2004 est.). Area: 143 100 sq. km (55 240 sq. miles)

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Tajikistan

Official name: Republic of Tajikistan

Capital city: Dushanbe

Internet country code: .tj

Flag description: Three horizontal stripes of red (top), a wider stripe of white, and green; a gold crown surmounted by seven gold five-pointed stars is located in the center of the white stripe

Geographical description: Central Asia, west of China

Total area: 55,251 sq. mi. (143,100 sq. km.)

Climate: Mid-latitude continental, hot summers, mild winters; semiarid to polar in Pamir Mountains

Nationality: noun: Tajikistani(s); adjective: Tajikistani

Population: 7,076,598 (July 2007 CIA est.)

Ethnic groups: Tajik 79.9%, Uzbek 15.3%, Russian 1.1%, Kyrgyz 1.1%, other 2.6%

Languages spoken: Tajik (official), Russian widely used in government and business

Religions: Sunni Muslim 85%, Shi’a Muslim 5%, other 10%

Legal Holidays:

Constitution Day	Nov 6
Independence Day	Sep 9
International Women's Day	Mar 8
Labor Day	May 1
New Year's Day	Jan 1
Unity Day	Jun 27
Victory Day	May 9

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In case if the subsequent legislation of the Republic of Tajikistan will lead to an increase of the aggregate tax burden to the investor's activity, then within ten years they are given a guarantee of applying the legislation that was in effect at the time of registration of the enterprise.

Which sectors of Tajikistan's economy most promising for investments?

Being at the Embassy of the Republic of Tajikistan in Ashgabat, the woman felt a severe discomfort, in connection with which an ambulance was called up, the doctors of which provided her with the necessary medical assistance, completely normalizing her health condition.

Embassy of Tajikistan in Turkmenistan refutes media reports of death of a woman waiting for visa

Representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan Mr Abdurahmonov Marufjon presented his speech on 25 years of Tajikistan-Pakistan Diplomatic Relations.

CASA-1000 to help mitigate energy deficit of Pakistan: Tajikistan Ambassador

With regards to this event the Chairman of OJSC Agroinvestbank have commented, "The close and mutual fruitful cooperation between Agroinvestbank and ICD positively affects the development of the economy of the Republic of Tajikistan through financing SMEs in key sectors such as agricultural, industry, construction and etc.

MoU signed between ICD and OJSC Agroinvestbank of the Republic of Tajikistan

Commenting on the project, Mr Al Sayed said, "As Qatari Diar's foremost project in Central Asia, we are extremely proud to launch the first phase of Diar Dushanbe, since it truly embodies the strong ties between the State of Qatar and the Republic of Tajikistan. This unique development clearly reflects our vision and mandate of Qatari Diar, which is to build projects that are at the heart of the community, and that contribute to sustainable growth and prosperity for the countries in which we invest."

QATAR - Diar Dushanbe project

During his visit Pakistan's premier expressed his optimistic prospects for bilateral cooperation in all spectrums with Republic of Tajikistan.

My Large House is the Roof of the World

A statement issued by the Foreign Ministry on Thursday said "the ambassador explained during receiving ceremony by President of Tajikistan, the overall political situation in Iraq and how the stapes are on way to return gradually to normal situation in Iraq as well as how Iraq going to retrieve its vital international role and his keenness to activate relations with the Republic of Tajikistan. / End

Iraqi Ambassador to Kazakhstan , credential

Tajikistan, Japan sign exchange notes AKIPRESS.COM - The Ceremony of Signing Ceremony of Exchange of Notes between the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan and the Government of Japan for the Project of the Rehabilitation of Kizilkala-Bokhtar Section of Dushanbe-Bokhtar Road (First Phase, Detailed Design) and Project for the Rehabilitation of Kizilkala-Bokhtar Section of Dushanbe-Bokhtar Road (Second Phase, Construction) took place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan on August 20.

Tajikistan, Japan sign exchange notes

In 1992-93 - First Deputy Commander of the Special Brigade of the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Tajikistan, former President of the Football Federation of Tajikistan.

'Khuja commander' arrested in Dubai. Dushanbe asks for extradition

During the meeting the parties discussed current state and prospects for cooperation between the Republic of Tajikistan and the Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

Foreign Minister of Tajikistan receives Ambassadors of Germany and Great Britain