The U.S. Embassy in Tajikistan has recently made an announcement about an exciting opportunity for mid-career professionals in Tajikistan. The Embassy has launched an open competition for the 2024-2025 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program. This program is designed to provide Tajik leaders with an opportunity to enhance their skills and knowledge through ten months of academic study, leadership development, and professional enrichment in the United States. The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program is a prestigious initiative that aims to foster…

Tajikistan’s Security Forces Thwart Terrorist Activities Near Afghan Border Tajikistan’s State Committee for National Security announced that two individuals believed to belong to an “international terrorist organization” were killed by Tajik security forces in a district near the Afghan border. The incident took place in Vanj, and the two individuals were reportedly planning to carry out a terrorist act in Tajikistan. The statement released by the committee did not provide any details about the identities of the individuals or the…

Incident Highlights Pervasive Issue of Hazing in Tajikistan’s Military On April 24th, the Tajik Prosecutor-General’s Office made an announcement that five soldiers had been detained and charged with violating military regulations regarding relationships between personnel. The announcement came after a disturbing video surfaced on the internet depicting a group of soldiers violently beating and humiliating a group of recruits. The video caused outrage among the public, particularly as the incident occurred during conscription for mandatory two-year military service in the…