President Rahmon, Russian Deputy PM Khusnullin Discuss Bilateral Cooperation

Dushanbe, The Gulf Observer: President of Tajikistan and Leader of the Nation Emomali Rahmon received Deputy Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation and Co-Chairman of the Tajikistan-Russia Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation Marat Khusnullin at the Palace of the Nation on October 1.

The meeting focused on strengthening multifaceted cooperation between Tajikistan and Russia.

At the outset of the meeting, President Emomali Rahmon emphasized Tajikistan’s high regard for the strategic partnership and allied relations between the two countries.

The important role of the Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation in advancing bilateral cooperation was also highlighted.

Particular attention was paid to expanding cooperation in industry, energy, infrastructure, agriculture and the digital economy.

The sides discussed measures to strengthen cooperation in transport and logistics, establish joint ventures, implement investment projects, ensure the supply of petroleum products to Tajikistan and carry out major infrastructure projects.

The two sides also exchanged views on other pressing issues concerning bilateral Tajik-Russian relations.