On March 2, 2026, the Prime Minister of the Republic of Tajikistan, Qohir Rasulzoda, made a working visit to the Kulob Free Economic Zone to familiarize himself with the progress of infrastructure development, the activities of resident entities, investment attraction efforts, and the implementation of priority projects.
The Prime Minister was welcomed by the Minister of Economic Development and Trade, Abdurahmonzoda Abdurahmon Safarali, who presented the conditions created within the zone for the operation of domestic and foreign investors.
In particular, the Prime Minister reviewed the activities of Tajik-Almos LLC, which specializes in the production of automotive spare parts (engine filters). The project for establishing a pharmaceutical production facility based on medicinal plants by Rastani Inno LLC, as well as the pharmaceutical and sanitary-hygienic products manufacturing enterprise Pharm Kulob LLC, were also presented.
It should be noted that 10 domestic and foreign companies are currently registered as resident entities in the Kulob Free Economic Zone, with total investment reaching nearly 100 million somoni to date. The volume of industrial production in the zone has reached almost 1 million somoni, while approximately 110 people have been provided with permanent employment.
Furthermore, in order to practically implement the constructive initiatives of the Founder of Peace and National Unity — Leader of the Nation, President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Honoeable Emomali Rahmon, coniferous trees were planted within the territory of the zone with the participation of the Prime Minister, the Minister of Economic Development and Trade, and the administration staff of the Kulob Free Economic Zone, enhancing the aesthetic appearance of the area.
Following the visit, the Prime Minister issued specific instructions to the management and staff of the Kulob Free Economic Zone administration aimed at addressing existing challenges, strengthening outreach and information activities, promoting investment opportunities, and ensuring the efficient use of available potential.
