DUSHANBE, Tajikistan, April 16. Tajikistan and
the United States have discussed the current state and prospects of
bilateral cooperation in the energy sector, Trend reports via the Tajik
Ministry of Energy and Water Resources.
The discussion took place on April 15, 2026, during an online
meeting between Tajikistan’s Minister of Energy and Water
Resources, Daler Juma, and a representative of the U.S. Energy
Association, Melissa Brown.
During the meeting, the parties placed particular emphasis on
expanding cooperation in renewable energy, attracting investment,
and introducing modern technologies.
The dialogue also covered a range of key issues, including the
construction of the Rogun hydropower plant, the implementation of
the CASA-1000 regional electricity transmission project, the
development of solar power generation, the protection of glaciers
as a critical water resource, and the application of artificial
intelligence in the energy sector.
The sides expressed readiness to further strengthen cooperation
and implement joint projects aimed at ensuring the sustainable
development of Tajikistan’s energy sector and increasing its export
potential.
Meanwhile, Tajikistan is actively developing its energy sector,
with a strong focus on hydropower, which accounts for the majority
of the country’s electricity generation.
At the same time, the government is working to diversify energy
sources by promoting renewable energy projects, including solar
power, and attracting foreign investment.
