Report by the WTO Secretariat

Since accession to the WTO in 2013, Tajikistan has been following a relatively open trade and investment regime. The country has strong growth potential, underpinned by its abundant hydro resources, young population, mountainous landscape and the attractiveness for tourists, and its proximity to large markets in the region. Challenges arise mainly at the sectoral level, particularly obstacles in the financial system and infrastructure bottlenecks, and also in attracting more private investment, diversifying and upgrading exports, and creating non-farm employment opportunities.