Today, under the chairmanship of Ms. Mavsuma Muini, Deputy Chairman of the Majlisi Namoyandagon of the Majlisi Oli of the Republic of Tajikistan and Head of the Parliamentary Cooperation Committee between the Republic of Tajikistan and the European Union, the 12th meeting of the European Union - Republic of Tajikistan Parliamentary Cooperation Committee was held in Dushanbe. The meeting was attended by a delegation from the European Parliament for Relations with Central Asia and Mongolia, headed by Ms. Giuseppina Princi.
In her opening remarks, Ms. Mavsuma Muini emphasized that the Leader of the Nation, President of the Republic of Tajikistan, His Excellency Emomali Rahmon, consistently pays special attention to developing comprehensive cooperation with the European Union. Tajikistan considers the European Union an important international partner and recognizes its role in promoting democratic development within the country, attracting foreign investment into priority sectors of the national economy, fostering social development, and protecting the environment. The country strives to develop long-term and sustainable cooperation based on the principles of mutual benefit.
During the session, Ms. Giuseppina Princi, Head of the European Parliament delegation, as well as members of the Tajikistan - EU Parliamentary Cooperation Committee Mahmadshoh Gulzoda, Chairman of the Committee on International Affairs, Public Associations, and Information; Ghiyosiddin Ashurzoda, Chairman of the Committee on Economy and Finance; Mujibakhon Javhari, Chairwoman of the Committee on Social Issues, Family and Health Protection; Nasrullo Mahmudzoda, Member of the Cooperation Committee and Chairman of the Committee on Law and Order, Security, and Defense; Rustam Shohmurod, Member of the Cooperation Committee and Chairman of the Committee on Legislation and Human Rights; Orif Amirzoda, Member of the Cooperation Committee and Chairman of the Environmental Commission; Firdavs Saidzoda, Deputy Chairman of the Committee on Energy, Industry, Construction, and Communications shared their views on the current state and future prospects of cooperation between the Republic of Tajikistan and the European Union. Topics discussed included the enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement, EU-Tajikistan economic and trade relations, socio-cultural ties, environmental protection, energy, and other key issues.
The discussions clearly demonstrated the stable and mutually beneficial development of relations between the Republic of Tajikistan and the European Union. This indicates that political, economic, social, and cultural cooperation between the two sides is strengthening year by year and truly aims to serve the interests of both peoples.
The partnership between Tajikistan and the European Union has a bright future and will continue to grow stronger based on shared interests and constructive goals. Relevant decisions were made on the issues discussed.
After the meeting, the visiting delegation toured the new building of the Parliament of Tajikistan.
It is worth noting that the visit of the EU delegation will continue in the country until September 18th, with plans to visit some of Tajikistan’s scenic locations and the Roghun Hydropower Plant.
