BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 13. Tajikistan and
Austria held the 13th round of political consultations in Dushanbe
on October 12, 2026.


This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of
Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan.


"On October 12, 2026, the 13th round of political consultations
between Tajikistan and Austria was held in Dushanbe, with the
participation of Head of the Department for European and American
Countries of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of
Tajikistan Sohibnazar Gayratsho, and Director of the Political
Department at Austria’s Federal Ministry for European and
International Affairs Thomas Mühlmann," the statement said.


The talks covered a wide range of issues related to the
development of bilateral relations between Tajikistan and Austria
in the political, economic, scientific and cultural fields, as well
as in education, healthcare and tourism. The parties also discussed
mutually beneficial cooperation within international and regional
organizations.


Meanwhile, the cities of Dushanbe and Klagenfurt have maintained
a sister-city relationship for many years. The presence of Austrian
companies Voith Hydro, Andritz Hydro, Doppelmayr and AME in key
sectors of Tajikistan’s economy serves as an example of cooperation
between Tajikistan and European businesses.







Tajikistan continues to pursue economic diversification and
attract foreign investment, with international cooperation playing
a role in developing trade, infrastructure, energy and industry.
The country’s geographic position in Central Asia also creates
opportunities to strengthen transport connectivity and expand
economic ties with European and Asian markets.


Austria, as a member of the European Union, maintains economic
relations with international partners in areas such as industrial
development, technology, financial services and environmental
protection. European companies and institutions can contribute
expertise in modernizing infrastructure, improving business
practices and supporting sustainable development.


For Tajikistan, expanding international partnerships can create
opportunities to access new technologies, attract investment and
develop export-oriented sectors. Cooperation with European
countries may also support knowledge exchange, professional
training and the introduction of modern standards across different
areas of the economy.