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Tajikistan to Construct Six Small Hydropower Plants
17 May 2013 - 07:38 by Local Press Report
DUSHANBE (Hydro World) — Tajikistan will be home to six new small hydropower plants by the end of the year, according to a release from the country's Ministry of Energy and Industry earlier this week. The capacities
Tajikistan to Host International Water Forum
26 Apr 2013 - 08:01 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — The Tajik government is preparing to host a high-level international water forum in August to celebrate the International Year of Water Cooperation, according to participants at the 16th Network Me
Kazakh Minister Acting as Negotiator in Rogun Dam Dispute
4 Apr 2013 - 08:10 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — Kazakhstan’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs Erlan Idrissov last week travelled to both Tajikistan and Uzbekistan to act as a negotiator between the two nations over the controversial Rogun Hydropo
World Bank Says Tajikistan’s Roghun Dam Is Not a Threat to Regional Security
22 Feb 2013 - 10:38 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — Tajikistan’s plans to construct the estimated $3 billion USD Roghun Hydropower Project on the Vakhsh River will not threaten regional security, according to World Bank Regional Director for Central
Tajikistan Facing Severe Water, Sanitation Issues: UNECE
19 Dec 2012 - 01:00 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — The UN Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) second environmental performance review of Tajikistan warns that the country is facing serious water, sanitation and waste management issues.
Iran, Tajikistan Revive $42 Billion USD Pipe Plan
17 Dec 2012 - 01:00 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — The governments of Tajikistan and Iran are reviving plans to start a major water pipeline project to transport water from Tajikistan to Iran via Afghanistan.
USAID Opens Tajikistan Water User Association
13 Dec 2012 - 10:26 by Local Press Report
DUSHANBE (Relief Web) — The U.S.
ADB Plans $137 Million Grant for Tajikistan
10 Dec 2012 - 09:57 by Local Press Report
DUSHANBE (4-Traders) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) plans a $137 million grant program for Tajikistan to support inclusive growth over the next two years by creating economic opportunities and ensuring greater access
World Bank, Tajik Officials "Satisfied" With Progress on Dushanbe Water Supply
15 Nov 2012 - 10:05 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — During their latest trip to the region, World Bank representatives met with Dushanbe Mayor Makhmadsaid Ubaydulloyev to discuss developments in the Second Dushanbe Water Supply Project, for which th
Tajikistan Utility Invites Expressions of Interest for Rogun Hydropower Project
2 Nov 2012 - 09:33 by Local Press Report
DUSHANBE (Hydro World) — Tajikistan utility Barki Tojik invites expressions of interest from consultants for procurement and for construction of the 3,600-MW Rogun hydroelectric project on Tajikistan's Vakhsh River.
Central Asian Stakeholders to Discuss Roghun Hydropower Plant Next Month
22 Oct 2012 - 00:00 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — Central Asian officials, NGOs and multilateral financing institutions will discuss Tajikistan’s massive and controversial Roghun hydropower project at the Second Meeting of Stakeholders and Civil S
EBRD Calls for Interest in Tajik Water Supply Projects
19 Oct 2012 - 09:44 by Local Press Report
DUSHANBE (European Bank for Reconstruction and Development) — The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has adopted an integrated approach to implement projects to improve water supply in Tajikistan based on a request from the Tajik Govern
Putin Avoids Rogun Dam Issue During Tajikistan Visit
10 Oct 2012 - 00:00 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — Russian President Vladimir Putin avoided expressing support for construction of the Rogun hydropower plant during his visit to Tajikistan last week.
US Offers to Help Tajikistan Study Pamir Glaciers
10 Sep 2012 - 00:00 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — The United States has offered to assist Tajikistan in studying the Pamir glaciers, which supply water to the entire Central Asian region, according to Tajik officials.
Tajik President’s Visit Disrupts Donkey Delivery Service in Kulob
21 Aug 2012 - 00:00 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — Residents of Kulob, the third largest city in Tajikistan, were asked to stop use donkeys to bring water home during native son President Emomali Rakhmon’s visit last week.
US Military Base in Tajikistan Could Nix Controversial Roghun Dam?
9 Aug 2012 - 00:06 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — The controversial Roghun hydroelectric plant in Tajikistan could be shelved after talks with the United States on the possible establishment of a military base in the country.
ADB Provides Tajikistan $6 Million USD Grant to Fight Climate Change Impacts
19 Jun 2012 - 09:21 by Local Press Report
DUSHANBE (New Europe Online) — Asian Development Bank (ADB) has announced it would provide Tajikistan with a grant of $6 million USD to help the country prepare for and tackle the negative impacts of climate change.
UNICEF Applies Lessons Learned to Expand Water, Sanitation in Tajik Schools
18 Jun 2012 - 00:00 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — The United Nations Children’s Fund’s (UNICEF) country office in Tajikistan announced last week that it planned to expand water and sanitation programs in schools and hospitals throughout the countr
EBRD Considering $7 Million USD Loan for Tajikistan Rehabilitation
4 Jun 2012 - 08:59 by Local Press Report
DUSHANBE (European Bank for Reconstruction and Development) — The EBRD is considering providing a loan to finance a programme of priority capital investments, to improve the municipal water services in the Central Tajik cities of Gissar, Shachrinav, Somoniyon
UNECE Supports Tajikistan Water Reform
31 May 2012 - 09:41 by Local Press Report
DUSHANBE (Targeted News Service) — At a meeting of the United Nations Economic and Social Council's Economic Commission for Europe's Steering Committee of the National Policy Dialogue on Integrated Water Resources Management (N
World Bank Concerned About Tajikistan Hydro Project
24 May 2012 - 08:36 by Local Press Report
DUSHANBE (Trend News Agency) — World Bank Vice President for Europe and Central Asia Philippe Le Houérou said all the outstanding issues related to the process and methodology for the Rogun hydropower plant assessment
Tajik Budget May Not Support Rogun Hydropower Plant Construction
23 May 2012 - 00:00 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — It may not be financially feasible for Tajikistan to start construction of the Rogun hydropower facility on the Vakhsh River, according to a Tajik expert.
World Bank Approves $11.85 Million USD Tajikistan Infrastructure Grant
21 May 2012 - 09:49 by Local Press Report
DUSHANBE (New Europe Online) — The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors recently approved an additional financing grant worth $11.85 million USD for the Tajikistan Municipal Infrastructure Development Project (MIDP). T
Uzbek Official Severely Beaten as Roghun Hydropower Project Fuels Ethnic Tensions With Tajiks
13 May 2012 - 16:16 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — Political tensions between Uzbekistan and Tajikistan over use of shared water resources and other issues may be spilling over into ethnic tensions inside their borders.
Dushanbe Construction Boom Does Not Include Infrastructure
2 May 2012 - 10:40 by Local Press Report
DUSHANBE (Eurasianet.org) — Full Story - A building boom in Tajikistan’s capital Dushanbe isn't fixing faltering infrastructure like aging sewers and fraying power lines
Aga Khan Announces Support for Projects in Tajikistan
18 Apr 2012 - 09:41 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — The spiritual leader of Ismaili Muslims, Prince Karim Aga Khan IV, pledged continued support for water and other infrastructure projects in Tajikistan during a visit to the Tajik capital, Dushanb
Regional Conference Draws Attention to Future Needs of Afghanistan
4 Apr 2012 - 10:24 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — Afghanistan’s participation in regional water and energy projects was among the main issues addressed at the Fifth Regional Economic Cooperation Conference on Afghanistan, held in the Tajik capit
Iran, Tajikistan, Afghanistan Sign Agreements on Oil, Gas, Water
3 Apr 2012 - 09:26 by Local Press Report
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KMK Invites Tenders for Vehicles for North Tajik Water Rehabilitation Project
21 Mar 2012 - 19:24 by Local Press Report
DUSHANBE (European Bank for Reconstruction and Development) — SUE Khojagii Manziliyu Kommunali (KMK) hereinafter referred to as the purchaser, intends using part of the proceeds of a loan from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) towa
Tajikistan Looks at Governance, Regulations
14 Mar 2012 - 13:33 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — Representatives of the Tajik government and international financial institutions and donors discussed administration, governance and economic policies related to water and wastewater services in
Tajik Utility Seeks Consultant for Multi-City Project
7 Mar 2012 - 15:58 by Local Press Report
DUSHANBE (European Bank for Reconstruction and Development) — The Tajik government has now requested the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) to prepare a third multi-city water project to complete the nationwide water rehabilitation effo
Tajik Experts Disagree on Surface Water Quality
23 Feb 2012 - 08:40 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — Some 80 percent of surface water in Tajikistan meets the top “A” standard for international water quality, Sangin Samiev, who heads the water laboratory department of the national environmental m
Tajik City’s Water Safe After Diesel Spill
17 Feb 2012 - 12:05 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — Tajik authorities on February 10 announced that water quality had returned to normal in the city of Chkalovsk.
Afghanistan’s Water Needs Could Aggravate Tensions in Central Asia
8 Feb 2012 - 10:10 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — The first attempts at social reconstruction in war-torn Afghanistan have already increased tensions in the Central Asia region over water supply.
Tenders Invited for South Tajikistan Water Rehabilitation Project
8 Feb 2012 - 15:12 by Local Press Report
DUSHANBE (European Bank for Reconstruction and Development) — State Unitary Enterprise Khojagiyu Manziliyu Kommunali is inviting tenders for water meters, appurtenances and fittings, and manholes for the South Tajikistan Water Rehabilitation Project.
Tajikistan Confronts Corruption in Water Supply, Sanitation
1 Feb 2012 - 10:33 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — Tajik officials took up the problem of corruption in the country’s water sector during a meeting with UN and donor agencies and international NGO Oxfam on January 25.
Tajikistan, SDC Sign $12.3 Million USD Grant Agreement
11 Jan 2012 - 11:14 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — Tajik Finance Minister Safarali Najmiddinov and Country Director of the Swiss Cooperation Office in Tajikistan Peter Mikula signed a $12.3 million USD grant agreement in late December aimed at im
World Bank Starts Water Supply Project in Tajik Capital
21 Dec 2011 - 11:10 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — The World Bank has launched the $19 million USD Second Dushanbe Water Supply Project, aimed at improving water quality in the Tajik capital and strengthening the performance capacity of the munic
97 Percent of Tajik Land Threatened by Desertification
1 Dec 2011 - 11:06 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — Some 97 percent of agricultural land in Tajikistan is subject to desertification, Tajik scientists said.
EBRD Launches Water Supply Improvement Projects in Tajikistan
9 Nov 2011 - 10:55 by Local Press Report
DUSHANBE (European Bank for Reconstruction and Development) — The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is implementing a series of water supply improvement projects in secondary cities in Tajikistan through the state holding company for p
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