DUSHANBE, Tajikistan, January 17. The President
of the Republic of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, on January 16
carried out a series of personnel changes within the structures of
the Ministry of Defense, the National Guard, the Border Troops, the
Agency for State Financial Control and Combating Corruption, as
well as the Main Directorate for Execution of Criminal Sentences of
the Ministry of Justice, Trend reports via the press service of the Tajik
president.
According to information, both young and experienced
professionals with exceptional levels of training, courage, and
patriotic commitment have been appointed to key leadership
positions. These appointments include the role of First Deputy Head
of the State Institution 'Defense Assistance' under the Ministry of
Defense, as well as positions within the Ministry of Defense's
central apparatus, the General Staff of the Armed Forces, Border
Troops, National Guard, the Agency for State Financial Control and
Combating Corruption, the Main Directorate for the Execution of
Criminal Sentences within the Ministry of Justice, and various
units of the security structures.
Additionally, seasoned specialists have been designated as
military commissars for the cities and districts of Mir Said Ali
Hamadani, Dangara, Vahsh, Abdurahman Jami, Yavan, and Shahristan.
In his address, President Rahmon reviewed and analyzed the
readiness of the Armed Forces, military units, and other related
structures, considering the current regional and global security
landscape. He further outlined specific directives for each
military agency to safeguard peace and stability.
Special emphasis was placed on enhancing border security and
preventing violations such as armed incidents, arms smuggling, and
narcotics trafficking. The President also set clear objectives for
maintaining the Armed Forces' combat readiness, including the study
of foreign languages, mastery of modern combat technology, and the
execution of regular drills and exercises, particularly those
involving remotely controlled equipment. Additionally, strict
adherence to legal frameworks and sectoral regulations was
underscored as essential for operational effectiveness.
Furthermore, it was emphasized that the treatment of soldiers
and personnel should be based on the principles of familial
relations, to foster friendship, brotherhood, and mutual
understanding between military personnel and unit commanders. In
conclusion, additional directives and recommendations were provided
to ensure the quality and responsible execution of duties in each
of the aforementioned structures.