On 17 September 2026, an international conference of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), entitled “Best Practices in Subsoil Resource Development: The State of the Resource Base, Development Potential and Efficiency of Use,” commenced in Moscow.
The conference brings together representatives of SCO member states, observer states and dialogue partners, government agencies, scientific institutions, industry companies and the business community.
The delegation of the Republic of Tajikistan, headed by Ilhomjon Oimuhammadzoda, Head of the Main Department of Geology under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan, is participating in the conference. The Tajik delegation also includes Sobir Boboev, Head of the Department of Science and Regulatory Documents Development of the Main Department of Geology.
During the conference, the Tajik delegation is taking part in industry discussions addressing the development of geology, improvements in subsoil exploration methods, the application of modern technologies, resource assessment, professional training and the expansion of international cooperation.
Ilhomjon Oimuhammadzoda, Head of the Main Department of Geology, delivered a presentation on the conference theme, providing information on the current state and development potential of Tajikistan’s geological sector, priority areas for subsoil exploration and opportunities for international cooperation.
It was emphasised that the introduction of modern methods and technologies in geological exploration, improving the efficiency of mineral resource utilisation and training highly qualified specialists are among the key priorities for the development of the country’s geological sector. A number of measures are being implemented in the Republic of Tajikistan in these areas, and the experience gained provides a foundation for the further development of geological activities.
The conference also addresses the development of sectoral cooperation, the exchange of expertise, the attraction of technology and investment, and the expansion of ties among government agencies, industry companies, and scientific and educational institutions across SCO member states.
At the opening of the conference, SCO Secretary-General Nurlan Yermekbayev emphasised that the natural, scientific and industrial resources of the Organisation’s member states provide a solid foundation for industrial cooperation and the introduction of advanced technologies. According to him, the development of the mineral resources sector has been identified as a strategic priority in the SCO Economic Development Strategy until 2030.
The conference is being held in this format for the first time and coincides with the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation. The participation of the Tajik delegation in this international event contributes to strengthening sectoral cooperation, exchanging expertise and developing professional ties in geology and subsoil resource development.
The conference will run for two days. Bilateral meetings and discussions on further development of sectoral cooperation are also scheduled as part of the programme.
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