🇹🇯 Asia-Plus
Tajikistan · EN · https://asiaplustj.info
About Asia-Plus
Asia-Plus is a privately owned independent news agency based in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, owned by the Asia Plus Media Group. It has received funding from the National Endowment for Democracy.
Despite being privately owned, Asia-Plus operates in Tajikistan, a country rated 'not-free' by Freedom House, where the authoritarian regime severely restricts civil liberties and controls media. Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has consistently ranked Tajikistan very low in press freedom, noting increased repression and arrests of independent journalists, including an Asia-Plus correspondent. The outlet has faced direct government pressure, including website blocking and warnings that led to self-censorship on sensitive topics. This environment indicates that while nominally independent, the outlet's editorial content is effectively constrained and aligned with state interests to avoid repercussions.
Reading context
Outlets in Tajikistan often work under tighter political or legal limits than in countries ranked as fully free for press. We keep each headline's original tone on purpose, so you can see how stories are usually framed for domestic readers.
OSCE congratulates Asia-Plus on 30th anniversary, lauding media contribution
- The OSCE Program Office in Dushanbe congratulated the media group "Asia-Plus" on its 30th anniversary. - The OSCE acknowledged Asia-Plus's significant contribution to Tajikistan's media landscape, p…
India and Tajikistan Deepen Strategic Partnership at Fifth Foreign Office Consultations
- India and Tajikistan reaffirmed their strategic partnership during the fifth round of Foreign Office Consultations in Dushanbe. - Discussions covered political, defense, economic, cultural, and educ…
Tajikistan explains benefits of organized labor migration program for Russia
- Tajikistan's Representation in Russia has outlined a state program designed to facilitate organized labor migration to Russia for Tajik citizens. - The program simplifies the job search, application…
How the Energy Industry Began in Tajikistan 100 Years Ago
- Tajikistan's energy industry began 100 years ago with the commissioning of its first diesel power station in Dushanbe. - The country subsequently developed its hydropower resources, constructing num…
Tajikistan and Belarus Launch Joint Lab for Radiation Monitoring and Nuclear Safety
- Tajikistan and Belarus will establish a joint laboratory focused on radiation monitoring, nuclear safety, and the study of technogenic impacts on the geological environment. - The laboratory will co…
Former Press Secretary of Emomali Rahmon Sent a Letter to the President Requesting Support for Media Workers
- A former press secretary to Tajikistan's president has proposed measures to strengthen media and support journalists. - Proposals include creating a presidential fund, increasing salaries, and offer…
Trump Announces Possible Resumption of U.S.-Iran Talks Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions
- President Donald Trump indicated that direct consultations with Iran could resume within two days. - This potential resumption follows Pakistan's diplomatic efforts to mediate after unproductive tal…
Tajik President Approves Repatriation of 200 Women from Russian Prisons
- Tajikistan's President Emomali Rahmon has agreed to repatriate 200 Tajik women serving sentences in Russian prisons. - The decision follows a request from Russia's Human Rights Commissioner, Tatyana…
Kazakhstan urged to stop journalist persecution amid rights group appeal
- Six international human rights organizations and press freedom associations urged Kazakhstan's President Tokayev to stop the persecution of independent media. - They highlighted the use of Article 2…