India, Tajikistan hold 12th Joint Commission meeting to boost economic cooperation
India and Tajikistan reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral economic ties during the 12th Meeting of the India-Tajikistan Joint Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific and Technical Cooperation, held via video conference recently.
Delivering the opening remarks, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal highlighted the evolving global trade, supply chain and technology landscape, stressing the need for both nations to translate their longstanding political goodwill and historical ties into stronger economic outcomes. He emphasized enhanced collaboration in trade, investment, market access, regulatory alignment and business engagement.
The meeting was co-chaired by Mohit Yadav, Joint Secretary in the Department of Commerce, Government of India, and Nuriddinzoda Ahliddin Nuriddin, Deputy Minister of Economic Development and Trade of Tajikistan. Senior officials from various ministries and agencies of both countries have also participated.
Held in a constructive and cordial atmosphere, the meeting reflected the deep-rooted friendship and mutual trust between the two nations. Both sides reviewed progress since the previous session and explored ways to further strengthen economic engagement.
India highlighted its robust economic performance, noting a GDP growth of 7.7 percent in FY 2025-26 and 7.8 percent in the final quarter of the same fiscal year. The country’s total exports were estimated at USD 863 billion, comprising USD 442 billion in merchandise exports and USD 421 billion in services.
Bilateral trade showed positive momentum, with India’s exports to Tajikistan reaching an estimated USD 58.12 million in 2025-26, marking a 27.23 percent increase over the previous year. Key export items included pharmaceutical products, pulses, dairy machinery, medical instruments, tea, herbal products and refrigeration equipment, indicating growing opportunities for Indian businesses and farmers.
Both countries discussed market access and regulatory challenges, agreeing to strengthen coordination among government bodies, trade organizations and business chambers to facilitate smoother trade and encourage new investments. Pharmaceuticals and healthcare emerged as a major area of cooperation. India underscored the quality and affordability of its pharmaceutical products, while both sides agreed to enhance regulatory dialogue, expedite product registration and deepen industry-level collaboration.
Agriculture and food products were also identified as promising sectors, along with discussions covering rice, sugar, processed foods, meat products, pulses and agro-technology. During the meeting Indian side has expressed its readiness to expand agricultural exports in a manner that supports food security and mutual economic benefit to Tajikistan.
During the meeting the Services trade was recognized as a key pillar of bilateral relations. India’s services exports to Tajikistan stood at USD 123.89 million in 2024 while Tajikistan exported services worth USD 37.56 million to India. Both sides agreed to explore further cooperation in IT, digital services, healthcare, education. tourism, start-ups and skill development.
The Commission also reviewed potential collaboration across sectors including energy, hydropower, renewable energy, mining. critical minerals, textiles, digital economy, transport, logistics and finance. These areas were identified as offering significant opportunities for future partnership.
Both countries agreed to continue discussions through virtual engagements to resolve pending issues and ensure effective implementation of decisions. They also emphasized regular interaction between government agencies, regulators and business communities.
The meeting concluded with the signing of the protocol of the 12th session, reaffirming the shared commitment to deepening economic cooperation and strengthening bilateral relations between India and Tajikistan.
Energy cooperation has emerged as a key pillar of engagement between India and Tajikistan, reflecting both countries’ strategic priorities and long-term development goals. Energy security remains central to India’s domestic and foreign policy framework, closely tied to its economic growth and social development agenda. In this context, Tajikistan’s vast hydropower potential presents significant opportunities for collaboration. The country’s abundant natural resources in the renewable energy sector have opened avenues for Indian public and private sector companies to participate in major energy projects, particularly in hydropower generation.
Several Indian firms, including Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), KEC International and Kalpataru Projects International Limited, have already been involved in ongoing initiatives, demonstrating the growing depth of bilateral cooperation. However, officials note that substantial untapped potential remains for further Indian participation in Tajikistan’s energy sector.
India and Tajikistan’s have multi-sectoral cooperation and relations between the two countries described as stable, long-term, and mutually beneficial. The partnership is underpinned by deep-rooted historical and cultural ties, which continue to support expanding cooperation across multiple sectors. Over the past three decades, both nations have worked to strengthen the institutional framework of their partnership.
Delivering the opening remarks, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal highlighted the evolving global trade, supply chain and technology landscape, stressing the need for both nations to translate their longstanding political goodwill and historical ties into stronger economic outcomes. He emphasized enhanced collaboration in trade, investment, market access, regulatory alignment and business engagement.
The meeting was co-chaired by Mohit Yadav, Joint Secretary in the Department of Commerce, Government of India, and Nuriddinzoda Ahliddin Nuriddin, Deputy Minister of Economic Development and Trade of Tajikistan. Senior officials from various ministries and agencies of both countries have also participated.
Held in a constructive and cordial atmosphere, the meeting reflected the deep-rooted friendship and mutual trust between the two nations. Both sides reviewed progress since the previous session and explored ways to further strengthen economic engagement.
India highlighted its robust economic performance, noting a GDP growth of 7.7 percent in FY 2025-26 and 7.8 percent in the final quarter of the same fiscal year. The country’s total exports were estimated at USD 863 billion, comprising USD 442 billion in merchandise exports and USD 421 billion in services.
Bilateral trade showed positive momentum, with India’s exports to Tajikistan reaching an estimated USD 58.12 million in 2025-26, marking a 27.23 percent increase over the previous year. Key export items included pharmaceutical products, pulses, dairy machinery, medical instruments, tea, herbal products and refrigeration equipment, indicating growing opportunities for Indian businesses and farmers.
Both countries discussed market access and regulatory challenges, agreeing to strengthen coordination among government bodies, trade organizations and business chambers to facilitate smoother trade and encourage new investments. Pharmaceuticals and healthcare emerged as a major area of cooperation. India underscored the quality and affordability of its pharmaceutical products, while both sides agreed to enhance regulatory dialogue, expedite product registration and deepen industry-level collaboration.
Agriculture and food products were also identified as promising sectors, along with discussions covering rice, sugar, processed foods, meat products, pulses and agro-technology. During the meeting Indian side has expressed its readiness to expand agricultural exports in a manner that supports food security and mutual economic benefit to Tajikistan.
During the meeting the Services trade was recognized as a key pillar of bilateral relations. India’s services exports to Tajikistan stood at USD 123.89 million in 2024 while Tajikistan exported services worth USD 37.56 million to India. Both sides agreed to explore further cooperation in IT, digital services, healthcare, education. tourism, start-ups and skill development.
The Commission also reviewed potential collaboration across sectors including energy, hydropower, renewable energy, mining. critical minerals, textiles, digital economy, transport, logistics and finance. These areas were identified as offering significant opportunities for future partnership.
Both countries agreed to continue discussions through virtual engagements to resolve pending issues and ensure effective implementation of decisions. They also emphasized regular interaction between government agencies, regulators and business communities.
The meeting concluded with the signing of the protocol of the 12th session, reaffirming the shared commitment to deepening economic cooperation and strengthening bilateral relations between India and Tajikistan.
Energy cooperation has emerged as a key pillar of engagement between India and Tajikistan, reflecting both countries’ strategic priorities and long-term development goals. Energy security remains central to India’s domestic and foreign policy framework, closely tied to its economic growth and social development agenda. In this context, Tajikistan’s vast hydropower potential presents significant opportunities for collaboration. The country’s abundant natural resources in the renewable energy sector have opened avenues for Indian public and private sector companies to participate in major energy projects, particularly in hydropower generation.
Several Indian firms, including Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), KEC International and Kalpataru Projects International Limited, have already been involved in ongoing initiatives, demonstrating the growing depth of bilateral cooperation. However, officials note that substantial untapped potential remains for further Indian participation in Tajikistan’s energy sector.
India and Tajikistan’s have multi-sectoral cooperation and relations between the two countries described as stable, long-term, and mutually beneficial. The partnership is underpinned by deep-rooted historical and cultural ties, which continue to support expanding cooperation across multiple sectors. Over the past three decades, both nations have worked to strengthen the institutional framework of their partnership.
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