The meeting was co-chaired by Abdurahmonzoda Abdurahmon Safarali, the Minister of economicdevelopment and trade of the Republic of Tajikistan, and Lin Ji, the Deputy Minister of commerce and Deputy International Trade Representative of the People's Republic of China.
Abdurahmonzoda A. S. noted that thanks to the wise policy and high political will of the leaders of both countries - the Founder of Peace and National Unity - Leader of the Nation, President of the Republic of Tajikistan, His Honorable Emomali Rahmon, and the President of the People's Republic of China, His Excellency Xi Jinping - the strategic cooperation between our countries has reached a qualitatively high level.
The meeting focused on key issues regarding the further development of trade, economic, and investment cooperation, industry, specifically mining, critical minerals, "green" industries, textiles, leather, footwear, and processing industries, manufacturing: the establishment of joint ventures, deep processing of raw materials, localization of production, and the introduction of modern technologies, trade and regional ties: expanding agricultural exports, bilateral trade, interregional cooperation, and strengthening relations within the "China-Central Asia" mechanism.
During the meeting, it was emphasized that relations between Tajikistan and China are steadily developing based on traditional friendship, good-neighborliness, and mutual trust. Notably, the bilateral trade turnover in 2025 reached nearly $2.9 billion, representing a 46% increase compared to the previous year.
In conclusion, both sides expressed their commitment to continuing investment cooperation, implementing joint projects, developing transport infrastructure, and strengthening economic ties. The meeting concluded with the official signing of the Protocol.
