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Author : Sirodzhidin Aslov
Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan
IN THE PRESENT-DAY international situation, se-
curity has become a paramount concern. The end of
the Cold War era brought about deep changes in
global politics, which led to a new quality in the sys-
tem of international relations. The threat of a global
nuclear catastrophe gave way to new challenges, such
as international terrorism, religious extremism, organ-
ized crime, drug trafficking, and cybercrime.
The world in general and international relations have
changed considerably. It has become obvious that
conventional methods that are at the disposal of states cannot be applied to fighting against new
threats. Global security depends on a large number of factors aimed at preventing the spread of
various extremist political trends using violence and terror as the main tool of achieving their
goals.
In accordance with the updated Foreign Policy Concept of the Republic of Tajikistan, approved
by President Emomali Rakhmon on January 27, 2015, our country believes that its CSTO mem-
bership is in its national interests and Tajikistan's efforts within the framework of this organiza-
tion are aimed at putting in place effective mechanisms to counter the threats to the present-day
world. Tajikistan regards its CSTO membership as an important factor in ensuring the country's
security and preserving regional stability.
As part of its agenda as the nation holding the CSTO presidency, Tajikistan gives considerable
attention to constructive cooperation within the CSTO and advocates for the strengthening of
the Organization's capability and the coordination of the member states' efforts in the interest
of achieving common goals.
On the national level, Tajikistan is implementing programs designed to uncover, prevent and
terminate terrorist actions, suppress the financing of terrorism, and ensure the security of citizens
against the threats of terrorism and extremism. A case in point is the successful implementation
of the State Program to Combat Terrorism and Other Extremist Practices for 2006-2010. This
activity continues to date.
In this context, compliance with the obligations assumed by the international community with
regard to Afghanistan is, in our opinion, a key factor in the preservation and multiplication of
the results that the country has achieved in the social, political and economic spheres over the
last several years.
Tajikistan's CSTO presidency this year is aimed at achieving these goals and we are confident
that in close interaction with our partners, we will be able to raise the organization's potential to
the level ensuring its effective response to the existing challenges and threats.
Strengthening the CSTO as a Priority of Tajikistan's Presidency