• 06.05.2025

Meeting of the Deputy Governor of the region, Anvar Yaqubi, and the Head of the Administration of the Sughd Free Economic Zone, Muhammadzoda Muhammad Sultan, with the representative of the World Bank

On May 5, 2025, at the building of the Executive Authority of Sughd Region, a meeting was held between the Deputy Governor of the region, Anvar Yaqubi, and the Head of the Administration of the Sughd Free Economic Zone, Muhammadzoda Muhammad Sultan, with the representative of the World Bank, Senior Agricultural Economist Hazem Khanbal.

During the meeting, the parties discussed the implementation of the project “Enhancing Sustainable Agricultural Development” within the Sughd Free Economic Zone. The discussion focused on the construction and commissioning of wholesale agricultural distribution centers and cold storage facilities on a 2-hectare plot of land allocated by the Administration of the Sughd FEZ in cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Tajikistan. The project is financed by the World Bank.

• 30.04.202530.04.2025

Visit of the representative of “Niko” company from Beijing, People’s Republic of China, Mr. Ping Huei, to the Administration of the Sughd Free Economic Zone

On April 29, 2025, a representative of the company “Niko” from Beijing, People’s Republic of China, which specializes in the production of solar panels, visited the Administration of the Sughd Free Economic Zone to familiarize himself with its activities and opportunities.

The head of the Administration of the Sughd FEZ, Muhammadzoda Muhammad Sultan, welcomed the guests in the Administration’s conference hall and provided detailed information about the advantages and priorities of the Sughd FEZ, as well as about the enterprises established with full or partial investment from Chinese entrepreneurs.

During the meeting, the parties discussed the activities of their enterprises, and Mr. Ping Hui provided detailed information about his project focused on the production of solar panels and noted his intention to become a resident of the Sughd FEZ in the future.

• 29.04.202530.04.2025

Arbitration Forum SCO and China

The China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (CIETAC), in cooperation with the Xinjiang Committee for the Promotion of International Trade of China and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Republic of Tajikistan, organized the SCO-China Arbitration Forum on April 25, 2025, in Urumqi, People’s Republic of China, under the theme: “Pooling efforts for cooperation in arbitration and embarking on a new path under the rule of law.”

The representative from Sughd Region at this Forum was Mr. Nosirov M.R., Head of the Department of Legal Support, Human Resources, and Special Affairs of the State Institution “Sughd” Free Economic Zone Administration.

During the Forum, issues of strengthening exchanges and cooperation between dispute resolution institutions — members of the SCO and regions of Central Asia — were discussed. The procedures for judicial support of arbitration and assistance in the recognition and enforcement of arbitral awards in the respective regions were also reviewed.

The Administration of the Sughd Free Economic Zone expresses its sincere gratitude to the leadership of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Republic of Tajikistan for the initiative and assistance in organizing participation in the international legal Forum. We hope for close cooperation and to use the acquired information to promote services for the resolution of international commercial disputes and to facilitate economic connectivity.

• 24.04.202524.04.2025

Visit of Entrepreneurs from the People’s Republic of China to the Administration of the Free Economic Zone “Sughd”

It should be noted that this week saw the visit of entrepreneurs from the People’s Republic of China — independent investors Mr. Zhen Sugyan and Ms. Li, as well as the representative of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Republic of Tajikistan in the People’s Republic of China, Mr. Jumayev M., to the Sughd Free Economic Zone (FEZ). The head of the Administration of the Sughd FEZ, Mr. Muhammadzoda Muhammad Sultan, welcomed the guests in the Administration’s meeting hall. Afterwards, a presentation was given to the guests providing detailed information on the advantages and benefits of the Sughd FEZ.

• 24.04.2025

Visit of Representatives from “Han Hai Si Che Maoy” Company of Beijing, People’s Republic of China to the FEZ “Sughd” Administration

On April 23, 2025, representatives of the “Han Hai Si Che Maoy” company from Beijing, People’s Republic of China — Mr. Da Sjiang and Mr. Chen Hang — visited the “Sughd” Free Economic Zone  Administration with the purpose of becoming acquainted with the FEZ’s activities and expanding investment relations.

The head of the FEZ “Sughd”  Administration,  Muhammadzoda Muhammad Sultan, warmly welcomed the guests in the FEZ’s conference hall. He presented information about the zone’s operations and its benefits through an electronic presentation.

The company representatives mentioned that their enterprise plans to launch the production of the 212 brand of passenger vehicles, which are modern and suitable for tourism. Considering the favorable investment climate in the FEZ “Sughd”  and the rapid development of the tourism sector in the Republic of Tajikistan, the guests expressed their intention to become a resident of the FEZ “Sughd”  in the future.

• 24.04.202524.04.2025

Representatives of the company “Eco” visited the Administration of the Sughd Free Economic Zone

On April 22, 2025, representatives of the company “Eco” visited the Administration of the Sughd Free Economic Zone. The guests were welcomed in the conference hall of the FEZ   by the Head of the FEZ, Muhammadzoda Muhammad Sultan. Afterwards, the guests were presented with detailed information about the activities of the FEZ and its entities.

The purpose of the guests’ visit to the  FEZ was to get acquainted with and refine information regarding industrial enterprises.

At the end, the guests expressed their gratitude to the management of the  FEZ “Sughd”.

• 21.04.2025

The 13th Meeting of the Supervisory Board of the Free Economic Zones was held at the Ministry of Economic Development and Trade

On April 18, 2025, at the Ministry of Economic Development and Trade, under the chairmanship of the First Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Tajikistan, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of the Free Economic Zones, Honorable Khokim Khikmatullo Khaliqzoda, the next meeting of the Board was held with the participation of representatives from relevant ministries and departments.

It was reported that as of January 1, 2025, 107 domestic and foreign companies are registered in the free economic zones, of which 41 entities are in the “Sughd” free economic zone, 36 entities in the “Dangara” free economic zone, 9 entities in the “Kulyab” free economic zone, 17 entities in the “Panj” free economic zone, and 4 entities in the “Ishkoshim” free economic zone. In 2024 alone, 24 entities were registered in the country’s free economic zones, including 7 entities in the “Sughd” FEZ, 9 entities in the “Dangara” FEZ, 6 entities in the “Panj” FEZ, and 2 entities in the “Kulyab” FEZ. Additionally, 6 enterprises from the total number of registered companies were put into operation, creating 157 jobs.

The attraction of domestic and foreign investments in 2024 to the FEZ amounted to 114 million somoni, which is an 11% increase compared to the same period in 2023.

Since the start of operations in the free economic zones, 1625 jobs have been created, and the total investment volume has reached 2499 million somoni.

Currently, entities in the free economic zones are involved in the production of metal constructions, aluminum and plastic profiles for windows and doors, pipes and plastic containers, electrical cables, construction paints, metal-plastic products, electric scooters, wooden doors and windows, decorative construction products, furniture, and cleaning products. The volume of industrial product production in 2024 amounted to 523 million somoni (76 million somoni more than in 2023). The total volume of industrial product production since the beginning of the free economic zones’ activities has reached 2988 million somoni.

Since the start of activities, entities in the free economic zones have paid 386 million somoni in customs duties and taxes to the state budget, which is almost 3.5 times more than the funds allocated from the state budget for the development of infrastructure and the maintenance of the free economic zones.

It was also noted that during his official visit to the Sughd region on March 30, 2025, the Founder of Peace and National Unity – Leader of the Nation, President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Honorable Emomali Rahmon, officially opened the enterprises LLC “Tojpanel” and the second stage of production of LLC KM TT “Afrang Plastik” in the “Sughd” free economic zone.

According to the investment project, the activity of LLC “Tojpanel” is focused on the production of building materials (panels), with a total investment of more than 5.5 million somoni, and its production capacity is 30,000 m2 of panels per year.

LLC KM TT “Afrang Plastik,” according to the investment project, is engaged in the production of plastic profiles, with a total investment of 13 million somoni. Its production capacity is 4000 tons of plastic profiles per year, and when fully operational, more than 100 local residents will be provided with permanent jobs.

At the meeting, the report of the responsible secretary of the Supervisory Board on the issues of the free economic zones was heard, with regard to the implementation of decisions of previous meetings of the Supervisory Board, as well as reports from the heads of the administrations of the “Sughd,” “Dangara,” “Kulyab,” “Panj,” and “Ishkoshim” free economic zones regarding the activities of the zones in 2024.

The Minister of Economic Development and Trade, Deputy Chairman of the Board, Zokizoda Zokhi Amin, participated in the discussions and proposed suggestions for further development of the free economic zones.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the Chairman of the Supervisory Board gave concrete instructions to relevant ministries and departments, as well as to the heads of the administrations of the free economic zones, to address existing shortcomings, strengthen the activities of the free economic zones, establish industrial enterprises, attract more investments, increase production, and boost exports.

• 21.04.2025

International Tourism Forum “Sughd – Crossroads of the Great Silk Road”

On April 18, 2025, the second International Tourism Forum “Sughd – Crossroads of the Great Silk Road” was held in the city of Khujand. Representatives of the tourism industry from 10 countries — Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Russia, China, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, the United Arab Emirates, and Greece — took part in the forum.

The Head of the Administration of the Sughd Free Economic Zone, Muhammadzoda Muhammad Sultan, after participating in the forum, introduced the participants of the second International Tourism Forum “Sughd – Crossroads of the Great Silk Road” to the historical and cultural complex “Khujand Fortress”.

During the visit, guests became acquainted with the national art of Tajik architecture, such as wood carving, painting, ornamentation, plasterwork, artistic processing of wood and stone, ceramic tile work, engraving, and more — all of which were prominently featured in five exhibition halls. The guests gave high praise to the exceptional craftsmanship of the artisans and skilled masters of the Republic of Tajikistan.

It is worth noting that within the historical and cultural complex “Khujand Fortress,” an exhibition of goods and products from enterprises of the Sughd region was organized for the guests. Among these, the products of entities from the Sughd Free Economic Zone, including LLC “Sayyohi Sughd,” attracted particular attention

• 21.04.2025

Visit of the Deputy Governor of the Tyumen Region of the Russian Federation, Andrey Panteleev, to the FEZ “Sughd”

On April 18, 2025, the Institute of Industry and Service was visited by guests from the Russian Federation, Tyumen Region, headed by Deputy Governor Andrey Panteleev. The institute’s staff warmly welcomed the guests, received them in the assembly hall, and presented detailed information about the institute through a presentation. Afterwards, the guests toured the institute’s classrooms.