HEAD OF THE PAMIR EXPEDITION AWARDED THE CIS BADGE OF HONOUR

Sebarga Panoyev, Head of the Pamir Geological Exploration Expedition Unitary Enterprise, has been awarded the badge of honour “For Merits in International Geological Cooperation” in recognition of his significant contribution to the development of international geological cooperation. The award was presented on 24 September in Minsk, Republic of Belarus, during the 29th Session of the Interstate Council on Exploration, Use and Protection of Subsurface Resources of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) member states.

The session of the Interstate Council focused on key issues concerning cooperation among CIS member states in geology, subsurface exploration, the rational use of underground resources, and the development of sectoral collaboration. During the meeting, a number of specialists were recognized for their significant contributions.

Sebarga Panoyev is one of the country's experienced geological professionals and has devoted more than three decades of his career to this field. His professional journey began in engineering positions and eventually led to the management of a specialized enterprise. His accumulated experience in technical, production, and management activities has provided an important foundation for his continued professional work.

In 1990, he graduated from Tashkent Technical Institute with a degree in Mining Electrical Engineering and began his career at the Darvaz Gold Extraction Enterprise of the “Tilloi Tojik” Production Association. In subsequent years, he worked at the Pamir Quartz and Gemstones Production Association and the Pamir Geological Survey and Prospecting Expedition, holding various engineering positions and further developing his professional expertise.

From 2003 to 2009, he headed the Mechanization and Supply Department of the joint venture “Badakhshonroh”. From 2009 to 2016, he led the Geological Exploration Expedition for Precious and Ornamental Stones. Since July 2016, he has been heading the Pamir Geological Exploration Expedition Unitary Enterprise.

His managerial work has involved organizing geological exploration activities, making effective use of technical and production capabilities, and ensuring the smooth operation of the expedition. His extensive engineering and management experience has helped address production-related and sector-specific challenges and has provided a solid basis for the enterprise's continued operations.

Sebarga Panoyev's many years of dedicated service had previously been recognized with the “Khizmati Shoista” (“Distinguished Service”) Medal. This new industry award further reflects recognition of his work in geology and his contribution to strengthening professional cooperation at the international level.

The geological sector is of particular importance to Tajikistan. Subsurface exploration, the assessment of natural resource reserves, and geological prospecting are among the key areas contributing to the country's economic development. Experienced professionals who apply their knowledge and skills to advancing the sector play a significant role in this process.