Tajikistan invites Gulf investors to develop water bottling and export projects

Tajikistan is seeking investment from the United Arab Emirates and other Arab Gulf states in projects to process, bottle, market and export the country’s water resources. Saidjon Shafizoda, deputy head of the Information and Press Department of Tajikistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, made the announcement in an interview with Gulf Tourism News . Shafizoda said Dushanbe was interested in expanding economic and investment cooperation with Gulf countries and encouraged private businesses to explore opportunities in several sectors. He identified water resources as a priority, citing Tajikistan’s rivers, natural springs, glaciers, mountain snowpack and mineral waters. He invited investors from the UAE and other Gulf states to visit Tajikistan and explore potential projects in accordance with national legislation.

Mining and energy also open to investors Tajikistan is also seeking investment in mineral exploration, extraction and processing. According to Shafizoda, the country’s mineral resources could support modern technology manufacturing, including the production of semiconductors and electronic components. Developing these industries requires substantial investment, advanced technology and specialized expertise. The government is therefore interested in investors who can establish higher-value-added production rather than focus solely on extracting raw materials. In the energy sector, Tajikistan is offering opportunities primarily in hydropower and other clean energy sources. Shafizoda said hydropower accounts for around 98% of the country’s electricity generation. Trade with Gulf states reaches $107 million Tajikistan’s outreach comes amid growing trade with the six members of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC): the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and…