BUSTON: Efforts to delineate the border between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan have advanced significantly as topographic and legal working groups from both countries successfully described over 10.7 kilometers of disputed territory.
During a meeting held from March 12 to March 17 in Tajikistan’s Buston, Sughd Province, representatives from both nations collaborated to outline and define the border section. Following constructive discussions, an agreement was reached on the Tajik-Kyrgyz border, and a protocol was signed to formalize the understanding.
The successful delineation of this 10.76 km section marks a positive step forward in resolving longstanding border disputes between the two Central Asian nations. Both sides have expressed their commitment to continuing the process and have agreed to convene the next meeting in Kyrgyzstan to address the remaining unresolved border sections.
This recent progress follows Tajikistan’s announcement in February, wherein the foreign minister disclosed that approximately 200 km of the border line had been defined. Despite these advancements, around 100 km of disputed sections still require resolution.
While Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan are eager to swiftly conclude the delineation and demarcation process, the exact timeline for signing a final agreement remains uncertain.
