Ambassador of the Republic of Tajikistan to the Republic of Korea Salohiddin Kirom:

On April 27, 2024, Tajikistan and South Korea mark a significant milestone: 32 years of diplomatic relations.This anniversary is a testament to the enduring friendship and cooperation between the two nations.

Since gaining independence, Tajikistan, under the leadership of President Emomali Rahmon, has made impressive strides in development. The country boasts a strong political and legal framework that promotes stability and economic prosperity. Tajikistan's commitment to these principles has also garnered international respect, solidifying its position as a valued member of the global community.

The foundation for this positive relationship between Tajikistan and South Korea was laid in 1992, upon the establishment of diplomatic relations. Over the past three decades, both countries have fostered a strong partnership built on mutual trust and understanding.

The Republic of Korea with development experience and next-generation technologies is considered as one of Tajikistan`s reliable partners. The Republic of Tajikistan attaches great importance to expanding bilateral multifaceted cooperation with this friendly country.

Our peoples have had deep-rooted friendly ties since the time of the Shilla Kingdom, and the finds at the tomb of King Wonson in Gyeongju provide concrete proof of the enduring friendly ties between our nations.

Over the past three years, the two sides have held three business forums, the last of which took place on June 19-20, 2023 in Dushanbe.

Tajikistan is open to considering economic and investment projects in its free economic zones, creating joint industrial enterprises in mutually interested areas using Korean know-how technologies.

Currently, over 24 Korean enterprises operate in Tajikistan. We are interested in more active participation of the Korean private sector in the economy of Tajikistan.

Tajikistan and Korea actively interact within the UN, as well as international and regional organizations and share a common and/or similar position on the most important issues on the global agenda.

Tajikistan stands ready for strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation with the Republic of Korea in such areas as hydropower, textile, light, chemical and food industries, mining and processing of mineral ore and rare metals, mechanical engineering, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, transport and tourism.