On June 30, 2026, pursuant to Order No. 206/ui issued by the Chairman of the Higher Attestation Commission under the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, the academic title of Professor was officially conferred upon Mavzuna Timurovna Karimova, Head of the Department of World Economy and International Economic Relations. She was awarded the academic title of Professor in the field of Economics. This remarkable achievement is the result of her distinguished academic and pedagogical work, continuous dedication, and significant contribution to the development of education and training. The leadership of the Institute of Economics and Demography of the National Academy of Sciences of Tajikistan is confident that Prof. Karimova will continue to contribute, with great responsibility and profound expertise, to the training of highly qualified specialists and the advancement of national science. The administration of the Institute of Economics and Demography of the National Academy of Sciences of Tajikistan sincerely congratulates Mavzuna Timurovna Karimova and wishes her good health, new scientific achievements, and continued success in her research and academic activities.

On June 30, 2026, by Order No. 207/di of the Chairman of the Higher Attestation Commission under the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, the academic degree of Doctor of Economic Sciences in the specialty 5.2.1 – Economic Theory was confirmed for Senior Researcher of the Department of World Economy and International Economic Relations, Yana Pavlovna Dovgyallo. She was awarded the degree of Doctor of Economic Sciences. The Administration of the Institute of Economics and Demography of the National Academy of Sciences of Tajikistan sincerely congratulates esteemed Yana Pavlovna Dovgyallo, wishing her lasting health, new scientific achievements, and further success in her research activities.

At a time when armed conflicts, political confrontations, and security crises engulf many parts of the world, the international community needs peacebuilding initiatives more than ever. In this context, the adoption by the UN General Assembly of the resolution “International Decade for Strengthening Peace for Future Generations, 2027–2036,” initiated by the Founder of Peace and National Unity – the Honorable Leader of the Nation, President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, is clear evidence of the international recognition of Tajikistan’s peace-oriented policy and its leader’s role in addressing global challenges. The essence of this initiative is to strengthen reliable foundations of international cooperation for sustainable peace, foster and preserve a culture of peace, expand dialogue among nations to prevent conflicts, educate the younger generation in the spirit of mutual understanding and tolerance, and promote sustainable development as a fundamental basis for peace and global economic growth. President Emomali Rahmon, addressing the UN, emphasized that the world today faces numerous threats – armed conflicts, terrorism and extremism, intensifying geopolitical rivalries, climate change, depletion of natural resources, forced migration, and growing social challenges. He stressed that the only way to overcome these threats is through sustainable peace achieved by cooperation, diplomacy, and dialogue. For Tajikistan, this initiative carries special importance: It enhances the country’s prestige on the international stage. It presents Tajikistan’s experience in restoring peace and national reconciliation as a model for other nations. It strengthens Tajikistan’s position as a supporter of peace and fruitful cooperation with all countries. It promotes conferences, forums, educational and research programs during 2027–2036, increasing global attention to Tajikistan. Overall, the initiative has universal significance, calling UN member states to reduce conflicts, build trust, engage in continuous dialogue, and resolve issues through political and diplomatic means. It represents a logical continuation of Tajikistan’s international policy: while previous initiatives focused on water, climate, and sustainable development, this one directs global attention to the comprehensive issue of lasting peace. Sharif Rahimzoda – Senior Researcher at the Department of Financial Markets and Investment Project Management, Doctor of Economics, Professor. Jalilzoda Dilshod Rajabmurod – Deputy Director of the Institute of Economics and Demography of the National Academy of Sciences of Tajikistan, Candidate of Economic Sciences.