On May 25, 2026, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Economic Development and Trade of the Republic of Tajikistan between the Minister of Economic Development and Trade, Abdurahmonzoda Abdurahmon Safarali, and the President of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), Lok Bahadur Thapa.
During the meeting, the parties discussed issues related to strengthening cooperation in the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals, socio-economic development, investment attraction, climate change, efficient use of water resources, and the development of a green economy.
Abdurahmonzoda A. S. emphasized that the Republic of Tajikistan, under the leadership of the Founder of Peace and National Unity — Leader of the Nation, President of the Republic of Tajikistan, His Excellency Emomali Rahmon, plays an active role in advancing global initiatives on water and climate issues. He also noted that the integration of sustainable development issues into national strategic documents, including the National Development Strategy until 2030 and the Medium-Term Development Program for 2026–2030, is considered one of the key priorities.
At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties expressed their readiness to continue mutually beneficial cooperation and implement joint initiatives in priority areas.