On May 21, 2026, the regular eighth session of the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation between the Republic of Tajikistan and the Republic of Azerbaijan was held under the co-chairmanship of Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Tajikistan Usmonzoda Usmonali Yunusali and Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan Samir Sharifov.
During the meeting, the parties noted the progressive development of Tajik-Azerbaijani relations, emphasizing that the strengthening of bilateral cooperation has become possible thanks to the wise and far-sighted policies of the respected Leader of the Nation, President of the Republic of Tajikistan Honorable Emomali Rahmon, and President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Honorable Ilham Aliyev
The parties expressed satisfaction with the positive dynamics of mutual trade and reaffirmed their interest in further expanding trade and economic cooperation. Particular attention was paid to the development of industrial cooperation, the effective use of transport, transit and trade corridors, as well as strengthening collaboration in the fields of energy, industry and social policy.
Following the meeting, the parties confirmed their readiness to further deepen partnership and implement joint initiatives aimed at strengthening economic ties between the two friendly states.