OSCE Officer-in-Charge/Secretary-General visits Tajikistan and OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe

The OSCE Officer-in-Charge/Acting Secretary-General Ms. Kate Fearon visited Tajikistan and the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe on 24-25 October 2024 to join the celebrations of the 30th anniversary of the OSCE's presence in Tajikistan.

During her visit, Ms. Fearon opened the annual Partnership Platform meeting alongside the First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan, Ismatullo Nasredin. They discussed annual project planning with government partners and outlined a strategic outlook for the upcoming year’s activities.

Ms. Fearon engaged in substantial discussions with First Deputy Minister Nasredin about enhancing co-operation to address various challenges and emphasized the impact the OSCE is making on the ground. She also met with young diplomats, discussing regional security and the added value of the OSCE. Additionally, Ms. Fearon visited Tajikistan’s National State University, where she interacted with students studying international relations and international law. A significant dialogue meeting with the First Deputy Minister of Education and Science, Mr. Jurazoda Jamshed Habibullo, focused on advancing the joint media curriculum project at universities in Tajikistan.

Throughout her meetings and public engagements, Ms. Fearon highlighted the excellent co-operation between Tajikistan and the OSCE, reaffirming the OSCE's continued commitment to deepening its engagement with Tajikistan and addressing comprehensive security aspects.