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WFP Tajikistan Country Brief, June 2026
By World Food Programme at ReliefWeb
· June 10, 2026
· 1 min read
. SITUATION OVERVIEW • Tajikistan is a landlocked, mountainous country with a population of 10.27 million, growing at 2 percent yearly, the highest rate in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Half of the population is under 25 years, and a quarter resides in cities (TAJSTAT, 2020). • Nutrition outcomes
Key takeaway 27 million, growing at 2 percent yearly, the highest rate in Eastern Europe and Central Asia.
Why this matters
Tajikistan's progress in improving nutrition outcomes and reducing poverty is noteworthy, particularly given its high population growth rate and exposure to external economic shocks. The decline in stunting among children under five from 26 percent in 2012 to 14 percent in 2023 suggests that targeted interventions and investments in healthcare and nutrition are yielding positive results. However, the country's reliance on remittances, which account for nearly half of its GDP, poses a significant risk to its economic stability. As a result, efforts to diversify the economy and promote job creation, especially in rural areas, are crucial to sustaining progress and reducing inequality. The persistence of rural vulnerabilities and limited labor force participation, especially among women, also highlights the need for targeted support and initiatives to address these disparities. Effective humanitarian relief and development strategies will be essential to building resilience and promoting sustainable growth in Tajikistan.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 10, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
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What is this story about? . SITUATION OVERVIEW • Tajikistan is a landlocked, mountainous country with a population of 10.27 million, growing at 2 percent yearly, the highest rate in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Half of the population is under 25 years, and a quarter resides in cities (TAJSTAT, 2020). • Nutrition outcomes
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