Overview

• Putin sent a congratulatory telegram praising Rahmon’s personal role in the Russia–Tajikistan strategic partnership and pledging continued joint work on bilateral, regional and international issues.
• The Kremlin said Putin and Rahmon spoke by phone, with preparations for the Russian president’s upcoming state visit to Tajikistan discussed.
• Official notices state the visit is set for October 9 in Dushanbe, where Putin will attend the Central Asia–Russia summit and the CIS heads-of-state meeting.
• Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin’s message emphasized expanding practical cooperation across investment, energy, transport, science and education.
• Tajikistan reported additional congratulations from regional leaders, with Belarus, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan also holding calls, while Russia 1 reported Putin’s trip next week.