In the framework of the Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group, the delegation of the Republic of Tajikistan held a number of working meetings in Washington. In particular, on April 13, 2026 the Minister of Finance of the Republic of Tajikistan Fayziddin Qahhorzoda and Chairman of the National Bank of Tajikistan Firdavs Tolibzoda met with the Executive Director of the International Monetary Fund Mr. Bo Li. During the meeting, parties have discussed an implementation of the PCI program, improving monetary policy, strengthening banking supervision and increasing the transparency of the financial sector.
It was noted that the positive macroeconomic indicators and the stability of the financial system are also reflected in the international assessments, and the improved sovereign credit rating of the Republic of Tajikistan by the international agencies “Moody’s Ratings” and “S&P Global Ratings” is considered as a recognition of a consistent macroeconomic policy.
The issues of expanding cooperation at a new stage, including attracting technical assistance, strengthening institutional capacity, improving the compliance system, combating money laundering and managing sanctions risks also were discussed in the meeting.
The International Monetary Fund's Middle East and Central Asia Country Director, Mr. Jihad Azur, held a meeting. During the meeting, issues of strengthening bilateral cooperation, promoting structural reforms and strengthening macroeconomic stability were considered.
During the presentation of macroeconomic indicators, the delegation of the Republic of Tajikistan has noted that fruitful cooperation with the International Monetary Fund contributed to the successful implementation of the Policy Coordination Instrument (PCI) program and provided a solid foundation for promoting economic reforms. It was noted that the country's economy has maintained its stable growth, with the real growth rate of the Gross Domestic Product in January-February of this year reaching 8 %, and the inflation rate is around 3.6%.
The Chairman of the National Bank of Tajikistan has noted the indicators of the banking system have a positive trend, assets, deposits and loan portfolio have increased, and a sufficient level of capital and liquidity has been ensured. It was underlined that the continuation of mutually beneficial cooperation with the International Monetary Fund is of key importance for promoting economic reforms, strengthening financial stability and sustainable development of the national economy.
Press Division
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14.04.2026
