Putin: Russia–Tajikistan Ties Advancing as Expected

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that relations between Russia and Tajikistan are developing successfully and in line with previously agreed plans.

He made the remarks during a meeting with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon on the sidelines of the CSTO summit, The Caspian Post reports, citing Russian media.

Putin noted that he considered it necessary to meet with his Tajik counterpart to "discuss the future development of bilateral ties."

"It would be a sin not to take advantage of the opportunity to meet and discuss face-to-face all issues of particular interest to both Tajikistan and Russia," he added.

"Overall, everything is proceeding according to our plans, which we coordinated during my visit," Putin noted.

"Everything is moving, the governments are working on all priority areas, our trade turnover is growing," he concluded.