Drug Trafficking: Tajikistan’s president Emomali Rahmon expresses concern about rising threats of terrorism, drug trafficking from Afghanistan
DUSHANBE: Tajikistan’s Ppresident Emomali Rahmon has expressed his concern in regards to the rising threats of terrorism and drug trafficking from Afghanistan into Tajikistan, Khaama Press reported.
The Khaama Press Information Company is a web based information service for Afghanistan.
He expressed the considerations through the fifth summit of Central Asian nations’ leaders, which befell within the metropolis of Dushanbe.
In keeping with Sputnik Information, Emomali Rahmon reported that Tajik safety forces thwarted a terrorist assault on the eve of Tajikistan’s Independence Day, launched from the Afghan border.
Tajikistan’s state information company, Khovar, reported earlier this month that three “Jamiat Ansarullah” armed group members launched an assault outfitted with superior weaponry from the Badakhshan border in Afghanistan however have been neutralized by Tajik safety forces.
The Tajikistan President whereas referring to a thwarted assault, highlighted the alarming presence of terrorist teams from Afghanistan actively attempting to infiltrate Central Asian nations.
Moreover, the President expressed rising apprehension concerning the surge in drug trafficking into Tajikistan. This improve in illicit drug commerce threatens public well being and security and underscores the necessity for concerted efforts to fight drug-related points within the area.
Emomali Rahmon added, “5 tons of medicine have been seized in 2022, which is 22 per cent greater than in 2021.”
The fifth summit of Central Asian nation leaders is about to deal with a complete agenda targeted on commerce growth, safety assurance, and the promotion of financial development. These nations are coming collectively to strengthen their regional ties and handle urgent points essential for his or her collective progress, as per Khaama Press.
By way of this summit, Central Asian leaders purpose to foster a safe and affluent atmosphere that promotes commerce and the general well-being of their residents.
