Tajikistan to Boost Electricity Exports to Afghanistan by 17% Despite Domestic Shortages
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Barki Tojik intends to increase electricity exports to Afghanistan by 17% in 2024, despite domestic shortages and rationing in Tajikistan.
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Tajikistan views the Taliban regime in Afghanistan as a reliable payer for electricity.
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An electricity supply agreement is in place between the countries until 2028, with annual renewal protocols determining cost and volume.
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Tajikistan produced 21.65 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity in 2022, a 2.1% increase over 2021.
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Afghanistan has paid off all its electricity debts to Tajikistan, totaling $627 million.