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President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon addressed a congratulatory message to citizens of the country and compatriots living abroad on the occasion of the New Year 2026, the presidential press service reported .
The congratulatory message was delivered on December 31, 2025, in Dushanbe. The head of state congratulated all citizens of Tajikistan, as well as his compatriots abroad, on the upcoming New Year and wished every family good health, prosperity, peace, and tranquility.
The message notes that the outgoing year 2025 was a successful and historically significant one for Tajikistan, a year of notable progress and significant achievements. Despite the complex and vulnerable conditions of the modern world and the negative impact of external factors, significant results were achieved in both the country's domestic and foreign policies in 2025.
It is emphasized that these achievements were analyzed in detail in the recent Address of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan. Thanks to peace and tranquility, complete political stability, national unity, and the dedicated work of the people, the sustainable development of the national economy was ensured.
It was noted that in 2025, important programs and plans adopted within the framework of national strategic goals were consistently implemented, which gave a significant impetus to the development of the economic and social spheres and brought the country closer to its intended goals.
The congratulatory message noted that the elections of the new Majlisi Namoyandagon, local assemblies, and the Majlisi Milli of the Majlisi Oli, which were held with active voter participation, were a significant political event of the past year. This event contributed to the development of domestic policy and the strengthening of Tajikistan's international standing as a democratic, legal, and secular state.
The President acknowledged the contribution of the country's people, entrepreneurs, and philanthropists, who actively participated in creative and construction activities throughout the year. As a result, thousands of production and social facilities were built, including industrial plants and workshops, roads and bridges, kindergartens and schools, and medical and service institutions.
During the holidays, sincere gratitude was expressed to all citizens who contributed to the improvement and development of the country.
The message also noted that, in order to strengthen national identity, patriotism, and self-awareness, particularly among the younger generation and youth, Abulqosim Firdawsi's immortal work, Shahnameh, was published and delivered to every family in the country. It emphasizes that Shahnameh is an eternal source of values that shape the national identity and ideas of independence of the Tajik people.
Particular attention is paid to protecting national values in the context of globalization. In this regard, it has been declared that 2026 in Tajikistan will be the "Year of Expanding Improvement and Creativity, Strengthening National Identity and Self-Awareness."
The congratulatory message also noted the country's successes in supporting international initiatives. Specifically, in 2025, the UN General Assembly adopted a number of Tajikistan's proposals, including two initiatives endorsed by relevant resolutions on December 12.
The head of state emphasized that all the successes achieved are the result of independence and freedom, peace and tranquility, and national unity. He noted that these achievements were made possible thanks to the people's efforts and support for state policy.
It was specifically noted that the coming year 2026 is of particular significance, as it will mark the 35th anniversary of the Republic of Tajikistan's state independence. In this regard, the President called on citizens to make additional efforts to improve the country, strengthen statehood, and further improve living conditions.
The message draws attention to the unstable processes occurring in the world, which require the country's citizens to demonstrate responsibility, unity, and focus their efforts on protecting independence, strengthening peace, political stability, and national unity.
The importance of nurturing the younger generation, creating conditions for high-quality education, advancing science, engineering, and technology, and creating new manufacturing facilities and jobs is emphasized. Confidence is expressed that domestic entrepreneurs and investors will continue to actively contribute to the country's economic development.
In conclusion, the President of the Republic of Tajikistan expressed confidence that the country's citizens, in unity and solidarity, will continue to improve and develop their homeland, strengthening its authority in the international arena.
The head of state once again congratulated all the people of Tajikistan and compatriots abroad on the arrival of the New Year 2026, wishing every family good health, happiness, abundance, and well-being, and the country continued development and prosperity.
