Switzerland working to prevent torture and combat early marriage in Tajikistan

11.02.2014 — Press releases EDA
The 5th round of human rights talks between Switzerland and Tajikistan took place in Dushanbe from 10 to 11 February 2014. The aim of this annual meeting is to take stock of progress made in the protection and promotion of human rights. This year, particular emphasis was placed on the prevention of torture and early marriage.

Switzerland

10.04.2013 — Press releases EDA
Article - The fourth round of consultations between Switzerland and Tajikistan on human rights took place in Bern and Zurich from 8 to 10 April 2013. This round of consultations was held several days after the entry into force in Tajikistan of the law on domestic violence that has been expected for several years. Switzerland provided support for the formulation of the law.

Switzerland and Tajikistan celebrate 30 years of diplomatic relations

09.12.2022 — Press releases Tajikistan
On 9 December 2022, Switzerland and Tajikistan celebrate the main milestone of their cooperation - 30 years of the establishment of diplomatic relations.

Annual Live Concert "Bob's Music Award" has become a tradition to Tajikistan

30.11.2021 — Press releases Tajikistan

The Government of Switzerland Supported Tajikistan to Increase Competitiveness and Private Sector Development in Tajikistan

12.11.2021 — Press releases Tajikistan
Dushanbe, Tajikistan, November 11, 2021: Ms. Salome Steib, Director of the Swiss Cooperation Office in Tajikistan has taken part at the signing ceremony agreement with the Government of Tajikistan. The agreement foresees the support to be provided to the Government of Tajikistan in attracting more investments, boosting competitiveness and further economic development through reduced bureaucracy and capacity building of the key economic actors.

Ambassador of Switzerland David Grichting presented his credentials

03.11.2021 — Press releases Tajikistan

The Government of Switzerland inaugurates together with the Government of Tajikistan a 110kV Substation in Khorog, Tajikistan

29.09.2021 — Press releases Tajikistan
Khorog, 29 September, 2021:  The Government of Switzerland is one of the key donors supporting Tajikistan in enhancing Viloyati Mukhtori Kuhistoni Badakhshon  power provision since the year 2000. Pamir Private Power Project Phase III (PPPP III) has been funded by the Government of Switzerland  in cooperation with the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan and co-financed and implemented by Pamir Energy Company. 

Ministry of Finances of Tajikistan receives support from the Government of Switzerland

13.09.2021 — Press releases Tajikistan
Ministry of Finances of Tajikistan receives support from the Government of Switzerland - Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) in conducting Public Expenditure and Financial Accountability (PEFA) assessment.

Happy 30th Anniversary of Independence Day Tajikistan

09.09.2021 — Press releases Tajikistan

Switzerland allocates USD 1.1 million to WFP as a support to Tajikistan’s COVID-19 response

28.07.2020 — Press releases Tajikistan
Dushanbe – Switzerland, through the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), has confirmed a contribution of USD 1.1 million as a support to the COVID-19 response measures of the United Nations World Food Programme in Tajikistan (WFP). These measures will help improving food security in the country.

Tajik President Emomali Rahmon pays working visit to Bern

05.11.2019 — Press releases EDA
On Tuesday, 5 November, President Ueli Maurer received Tajik President Emomali Rahmon for a working visit. The official talks in the Bernerhof focused on bilateral relations and cooperation in international organisations, as well as under the Belt and Road Initiative.

President of the Swiss Confederation Alain Berset: National Day 2018 greetings for the Swiss abroad

31.07.2018 — Press releases Tajikistan

President of the Swiss Confederation Doris Leuthard: National Day 2017 greetings for the Swiss abroad

01.08.2017 — Press releases Tajikistan

Cross-border water management as an instrument for stability: Federal Councillor Burkhalter opens conference in Astana

19.06.2017 — Press releases Tajikistan

Federal Councillor Didier Burkhalter is scheduled to launch a Swiss initiative that sets a new course for cross-border water cooperation in central Asia. This will take place at a conference in the Kazakh capital Astana on 19 June 2017. In his opening speech, Mr Burkhalter will emphasise that structured water management is a factor for stability. The conference in Astana builds on Switzerland’s long-standing engagement for sustainable water use in the region.

Bridging Borders, Preserving Peaks: National Conference Highlights International Cooperation for Glacier Conservation

12.03.2026 — Local news Tajikistan
Dushanbe, Tajikistan – In a decisive step to address the critical challenges of climate change and water security, the Republic of Tajikistan hosted the National Scientific and Practical Conference, titled “Glaciers, Climate and Water Resources: Contemporary Challenges and International Cooperation” dedicated to World Glacier Day. 

Post implementation Impact Assessment: How Tajikistan Transformed Its Credit Landscape

12.12.2025 — Article Tajikistan
In 2009, Tajikistan stood at a crossroads. The country had emerged from a difficult decade of post-war recovery, yet its economy remained fragile. Entrepreneurs, especially those running small and medium-sized businesses faced a steep uphill climb. With limited access to credit and high interest rates, dreams of expanding a bakery, opening a workshop, or launching a new venture often stopped at the bank’s door. Most loans depended on traditional collateral like land or buildings, and even then, few were approved.

Important information about visa

21.11.2025 — Local news Tajikistan
Schengen visa: New Visa Application Center contract

Improving the Use of Risk Knowledge for Enhanced Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems in Tajikistan

19.11.2025 — Local news Tajikistan
In Tajikistan, from 12-14 November 2025, an important training workshop on using risk knowledge for multi-hazard early warning systems took place within the framework of the project “Strengthening resilience to disasters and climate change in Tajikistan.” The training is supported by joint project of the UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction and the Government of Switzerland. The event gathered the specialists of the ministries and agencies of the Republic of Tajikistan, engaged in DRR, including strengthening EWS in the country.

Tajikistan, Switzerland, France, Japan and Celebrate Historic Ice Core Expedition in the Pamirs

15.10.2025 — Local news Tajikistan
High in the Pamir Mountains, where Tajikistan’s towering peaks touch the sky, an international team of scientists has achieved a historic milestone: the extraction of a deep ice core from Glacier No. 3 in the Khovarkul Lake basin. 

Final session of the national steering committee for Weather-Water-Climate Services (WWCS)

08.07.2025 — Local news Tajikistan
Chaired by the Committee for Emergency Situations and Civil Defense under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan, the final session of the National Steering Committee for the Weather-Water-Climate Services (WWCS) initiative took place in Dushanbe.

Ambassador Christian Frutiger Joins International Conference to Protect the World’s Glaciers

31.05.2025 — Local news Tajikistan
Ambassador Christian Frutiger, Assistant Director General of the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), joins world leaders, scientists, and policymakers at the High-Level International Conference on Glacier Preservation in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.

Winter Program Boosts Climate Resilience in Tajikistan

31.01.2025 — Local news Tajikistan
The Winter University Program on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), Climate Change Adaptation, and Glacial Hazard Management has officially started in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.

A Brighter, Healthier Future Unfolds

20.11.2024 — Local news Tajikistan
In the heart of Tajikistan’s rural communities, where clean water and modern sanitation remain elusive, lives are changing for the better. 

2025-2026 Calendar Photo Contest

28.10.2024 — Local news Tajikistan
The Swiss Cooperation Office in Tajikistan is pleased to invite local photographers—both professionals and amateurs—to participate in a photography contest for its upcoming calendar, for 2025-2026. 

Dushanbe Conference Prepares Tajikistan for Key Climate Action at COP29

15.10.2024 — Local news Tajikistan
October 14, 2024- Dushanbe hosted the Pre-COP29 Conference titled “Roadmap for the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) COP-29 for Tajikistan”. 

Innovative Wastewater System Enhances Sanitation and Health in Fayzobod District

15.10.2024 — Local news Tajikistan
The International Public Organisation "Equitable Development" (Equidev), with funding from the Government of Switzerland and in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Social Protection of the Population of Tajikistan, celebrated the inauguration of a new Decentralised Wastewater Treatment System (DEWATS) in Fayzobod District.