AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoTajikistan Energy & Industry: Tajikistan’s crude oil and natural gas extraction fell 38.1% year-on-year in Jan–Jul 2026 to 36.6 million somoni, though July output rose 20% versus a year earlier, while overall mining and industrial production also edged up. Construction & Urban Development: Dushanbe has started work on a new 29-hectare multifunctional complex anchored by the 340-meter Dushanbe Tower (77 floors), aiming to employ 2,000 local workers over a five-year build. Media & Language Services: Asia-Plus launched a Persian-language news service for Tajikistan’s 35th independence anniversary, targeting Persian-script readers across Afghanistan, Iran and beyond. Regional Water Security: Central Asia’s water stress is worsening as glaciers shrink and demand rises, with upstream hydropower needs clashing with downstream irrigation—raising the stakes for the five-state agreement push. SCO Business-Ready Legal Support: Guantao Law Firm opened a Bishkek office to support Chinese companies across minerals, energy and logistics hubs, offering full-cycle project legal services. SCO Economic Outlook (Neighbor Watch): Kyrgyzstan’s economy is forecast to grow 10.2% by end-2026 on industry, energy investment and residential construction, alongside inflation risks.
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