Baku:Chinese Premier Li Qiang expressed China's willingness to expand cooperation with Tajikistan in emerging industries during a meeting with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon. The discussions focused on areas such as the digital economy and artificial intelligence.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, Premier Li emphasized China's readiness to strengthen bilateral trade with Tajikistan and collaborate in infrastructure, green minerals, and connectivity. He highlighted the importance of building new drivers of economic growth and called for deepened cooperation in law enforcement and security. Both nations aim to combat terrorism, separatism, and extremism to ensure regional stability.

Premier Li also underscored China's support for Tajikistan's role in hosting the 25th meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). He confirmed China's commitment to working with all parties for the SCO's development and enhancing communication within multilateral frameworks like the United Nations and the China-Central Asia mechanism.

Tajik President Rahmon reaffirmed his country's adherence to the one-China principle and willingness to advance economic and trade cooperation. He expressed support for China's global initiatives and emphasized the importance of coordination within organizations such as the SCO and the UN. The two leaders aim to elevate the strategic cooperative partnership between their countries to new heights.