On April 30, 2026, the Chairman of National Bank of Tajikistan Firdavs Tolibzoda, met with delegation from the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation, and the Swiss Cooperation Office in the Republic of Tajikistan.
At the beginning of meeting, the parties have noted the high level of bilateral cooperation between the Republic of Tajikistan and the Swiss Confederation, including cooperation in the framework of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank. It was emphasized that such cooperation contributes to reforms and the development of constructive dialogue between the countries. At the same time, a head of the SECO delegation, Pietro Lazzeri, has highly assesses the positive indicators of the Tajik banking sector and congratulated the National Bank of Tajikistan on significant results, including the prompt removal of credit institutions from the sanctions list. It was emphasized that such progress serves as a positive signal for international investors.
In turn, the Chairman of National Bank of Tajikistan has noted that consistent reforms in the financial sector, including improving the regulatory and supervisory framework, developing digital services, and expanding access to financial services, have contributed to strengthening the stability of the banking system. He also has noted SECO's significant contribution to the implementation of projects in these areas.
The parties also have discussed cooperation on joint projects, including improving the banking supervision system, developing payment infrastructure, and expanding public access to financial services. During the meeting, opportunities for expanding cooperation in new areas were also explored. Specifically, they proposed strengthening cooperation in developing cross-border cooperation mechanisms between central banks and the use of artificial intelligence technologies in the financial sector.
In conclusion, the parties have expressed their willingness to continue and develop mutually beneficial cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
Press Division
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30.04.2026
