Press Release: Fourth meeting of the Cooperation Council between the European Union and the Republic of Tajikistan – EU announces further support for development

The European Union (EU) and the Republic of Tajikistan held their fourth Cooperation Council meeting on 20 October 2014. The meeting was chaired by Mr Benedetto Della Vedova, Undersecretary of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Italy, as the head of the EU delegation. The delegation of Tajikistan was led by Mr Sirodjidin Aslov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan.

During the Cooperation Council, the European Commission also announced new development funding of €251 million to Tajikistan for the period 2014-2020. The funds will focus on vital sectors for growth and social stability, such as rural development, health, and education.