Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan Presidents Note Dynamic Relations, Plan SCO Summit Cooperation

Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov and Tajik President Emomali Rahmon held a telephone conversation on May 23, 2026, discussing bilateral cooperation and future relations. The leaders met in a friendly atmosphere, noting the positive dynamics in key areas of cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. They expressed satisfaction with the progress and reaffirmed their commitment to deepening political dialogue, trade, economic, cultural, and humanitarian ties.

“

The positive dynamics of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan cooperation in key areas were noted with satisfaction.

The conversation also focused on upcoming high-level meetings, particularly the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Heads of State Summit. Bishkek will host the summit, with Kyrgyzstan holding the chairmanship. The presidents exchanged views on international and regional issues, highlighting the importance of continued collaboration within multilateral frameworks.

“

The heads of state noted the importance of continuing the practical implementation of previously reached interstate agreements and reaffirmed their mutual commitment to further deepening political dialogue, trade, economic, cultural, and humanitarian cooperation.

Both heads of state reiterated their dedication to strengthening Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan relations. They emphasized the principles of mutual respect, trust, and support as the foundation for their partnership. The leaders also committed to the continued practical implementation of previously reached interstate agreements, underscoring their shared goal of fostering good-neighborliness and friendship between their peoples.

“

Following the telephone conversation, the heads of state reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan relations based on the principles of mutual respect, trust, and support.