By Umar Abakirov
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan, July 3. Tajikistan and
the Saudi Fund for Development discussed expanding cooperation in
key infrastructure sectors during a meeting between President
Emomali Rahmon and the Chairman of the Fund, Sultan Abdulrahman
Al-Marshad, Trend
reports via the press service of the President.
The negotiations, held in Dushanbe, focused on financing
strategic projects in education, transport, healthcare, hydropower,
and water resource management. Particular attention was given to
the Fund鈥檚 current contributions and future involvement in
Tajikistan鈥檚 development initiatives.
President Rahmon expressed appreciation for Saudi Arabia鈥檚
support, including the allocation of $100 million toward the
construction of the Rogun hydropower plant and $30 million for the
Kulob ring road project. He underscored the importance of continued
financial cooperation with the Fund to drive the country鈥檚
socio-economic progress.
The sides reaffirmed their readiness to explore further avenues
for mutually beneficial collaboration and strengthen long-term
development partnerships.