Tajikistan, EBRD discuss expanding energy cooperation and hydropower capacity

Tajikistan and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) have discussed expanding cooperation in the energy sector, with a focus on infrastructure development, reducing electricity losses and increasing hydropower capacity. Qazinform News Agency, citing Khovar, reported the discussions.

The issues were raised at a meeting between Tajikistan's Minister of Energy and Water Resources, Daler Juma, and Holger Wiefel, head of the EBRD's resident office in Tajikistan. According to the ministry, both sides reviewed opportunities to strengthen their partnership and advance key infrastructure projects, and expressed satisfaction with the current level of cooperation.

Particular attention was given to mobilizing financing for initiatives aimed at reducing electricity losses and improving the overall efficiency of the energy system. The discussions also covered developing additional hydropower capacity with the EBRD's involvement.