China, Tajikistan agree to deepen ties for common prosperity

The two sides should deepen cooperation in combating the "three forces" of terrorism, separatism and extremism as well as transnational organized crimes, and on narcotics control and cyber security, to safeguard both countries' security and regional peace and stability.

Rahmon warmly welcomed Xi for visiting Tajikistan again, thanked China for its contribution to the success of the fifth CICA summit. He extended congratulations on the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, and wished China forever peace and stability.

Noting that the Tajik side regards deepening its comprehensive strategic partnership with China one of its diplomatic priorities, Rahmon thanked the Chinese side for its long-term support and assistance.

He expressed willingness to enhance bilateral cooperation in key projects in such fields as energy, petrochemicals, hydro power and infrastructure construction within the framework of the Belt and Road, so as to help Tajikistan realize its industrialization goals. He also called on the two sides to boost people-to-people exchanges in such areas as youth, education and culture.

Tajikistan is committed to working with China in combating the "three forces" of terrorism, separatism and extremism, and transnational crimes, strengthening law enforcement and security cooperation, and increasing coordination in multilateral affairs within the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), the CICA and other frameworks, according to Rahmon.

After their talks, the two heads of state attended a ceremony to unveil the construction models of the China-assisted parliament building and government office building. They were also briefed on the designing plan and cooperation details of the projects.

Xi and Rahmon signed a joint statement on further deepening China-Tajikistan comprehensive strategic partnership, and witnessed the exchange of multiple bilateral cooperation documents.