Dushanbe, Tajikistan, March 23. The Asian
Development Bank (ADB) has planned around 20 projects in Tajikistan
for the next four years, Trend reports via ADB.
These projects will focus on various sectors, including
agriculture, urban development, social services, finance, public
sector management, transport, and energy, as stated during today’s
meeting.
“Our work with the government and all our partners continues to
yield good results across various sectors. We are committed to
making sure our initiatives succeed,” said Ko Sakamoto, ADB’s
country director for Tajikistan.
He mentioned that the upcoming projects will keep the ball
rolling in supporting the country’s development priorities and the
government’s quest to hit the ground running towards sustainable
and inclusive economic growth for everyone.
Currently, ADB’s portfolio in Tajikistan includes 18 projects
worth $930 million, all funded by grants, with a primary focus on
transport, energy, and agriculture. So far, 75 percent of the
ongoing ADB projects in the country, or 12 projects, are considered
“on track,” although some are facing challenges with contract
awards and disbursements. Since joining ADB in 1998, Tajikistan has
received over $2.7 billion in support for infrastructure, climate
resilience, and social services.
Established in 1966, ADB catalyzes sustainable development
throughout Asia and the Pacific by leveraging cutting-edge
financial instruments and strategic alliances.