China and Tajikistan are doubling down on their partnership to unlock new opportunities under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)! 🚀 In a high-level meeting at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit, Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Tajik Prime Minister Kokhir Rasulzoda agreed to expand cooperation across trade, tech, and tourism, signaling a fresh era of collaboration.
What's on the Agenda?
Li emphasized aligning development strategies with Tajikistan, focusing on high-quality BRI projects. Key sectors include:
- 💼 Trade & investment
- ⛏️ Mining & agriculture
- 🌱 New energy & digital economy
- 🎓 Cultural & educational exchanges
Both sides also pledged to boost connectivity and tourism, creating a bridge for people-to-people ties. Meanwhile, Li highlighted China's commitment to advancing global initiatives like the Global Development Initiative—aimed at fostering a more equitable world order.
Tajikistan’s Vision
Rasulzoda praised China's developmental strides and vowed to deepen collaboration in e-commerce, green energy, and regional security. 💡 He emphasized Tajikistan's support for China's vision of a 'shared future for mankind,' aligning with multilateral frameworks like the UN and SCO.
This partnership isn’t just about economics—it’s a cultural reset. 🌍 From digital innovation to sustainable growth, China and Tajikistan are writing a new playbook for global South cooperation.
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China to work with Tajikistan to tap cooperation potential: Premier Li
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