The topographical working groups of the government delegations from Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan have made significant strides in the ongoing discussions regarding the delimitation and demarcation of their common state border, the "Khovar" news agency of the State Committee for National Security of Tajikistan reports.
During the meeting held from March 24-29, 2024, in the Botken region of Kyrgyzstan, the topographical working groups outlined the disputed territories covering a distance of 28.37 km. Following the deliberations, a protocol was signed, and both parties agreed to continue working on describing the remaining territories during the next meeting in Kyrgyzstan.
High-Level Discussions
Recently, the heads of the delegations of Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan, Saimomin Yatimov and Kamchibek Tashiyev, respectively, held a crucial meeting on border delimitation and demarcation. Significant progress was reported, with the parties achieving important results in determining the direction of the borderline in the remaining sections. The working groups were instructed to continue their efforts in this regard.
In February 2024, Tajikistan's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sirojiddin Mukhriddin, disclosed that nearly 200 km of the Tajik-Kyrgyz border had been delineated, leaving approximately 100 km of disputed areas unresolved. While there is a shared interest in expediting the delimitation and demarcation process, the exact timeline for finalizing the agreement remains uncertain.
Historical Context
The border disputes between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan have persisted for years, leading to occasional tensions. Negotiations have been underway since 2002 to resolve the more than 980-km border. Despite challenges, both countries are committed to finding a peaceful resolution. Regular government commissions have been convened, with the latest discussions representing a positive step towards achieving a mutually acceptable agreement.
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