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Tajikistan remittances
How Will the War in Ukraine Affect Central Asian Remittance Flows?
By Catherine Putz
In 2022, Central Asia was supposed to see slight growth in remittances. Thanks to Russia’s war in Ukraine, remittances are expected to drop dramatically instead.
Remittances to South and Central Asia Poised to Dive Dramatically
By Catherine Putz
South and Central Asia will see some of the largest declines in remittances in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
More, Better Jobs: Tajikistan’s Employment Problems
By Catherine Putz
New World Bank report highlights that Dushanbe is underutilizing a growing workforce.
Tajikistan: The Eurasian Economic Union’s Next Member?
By Catherine Putz
Long rumored and rumored still, Dushanbe is reportedly exploring joining the EEU.
Tajikistan: The Iron Fist Closes
By Cholpon Orozobekova
Even as he consolidates power, Emomali Rahmon's paranoia knows no limits.
Tajikistan: Remittance Values Fall
By Catherine Putz
While the value of remittances has indeed fallen, workers are not returning in droves as some feared.
How Many Tajik ISIS Recruits Were Arrested in Turkey?
By Catherine Putz
A story about 25 Tajik ISIS recruits seems to have became a story about one Tajik ISIS recruit.
Central Asia's Moment of Instability
By William B. Farrell
A key Tajik figure announces his allegiance to the Islamic State, with some significant potential ramifications.
Approved: Additional World Bank Funds for Tajikistan
By Catherine Putz
The $12 million in additional financing is for temporary employment, with no word on long term solutions.
Tough Times Ahead in Tajikistan
By Catherine Putz
A recent World Bank report has a grim outlook for Central Asia’s poorest state.
Times Are Getting Tougher for Central Asian Migrant Workers in Russia
By Catherine Putz
The Russian language, history, and civics test for migrant workers is getting tougher and more politicized this summer.
Grim News from Central Asia
By Casey Michel
A string of bad news has emerged from the region.
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