Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – March 16, 2025 - The General Secretariat of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has warmly welcomed the historic signing of a border demarcation agreement between Tajikistan and the Kyrgyz Republic. The agreement, which was officially signed on March 13, 2025, in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, by Tajik President Emomali Rahmon and Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov, marks a significant milestone in the two countries' efforts to resolve their long-standing border disputes.
In an official statement, OIC Secretary General Hissein Brahim Taha congratulated both nations on this remarkable achievement, which he described as a crucial step toward ensuring stability and peace in the region. Taha emphasized that the agreement brings an end to decades of contentious border issues and offers a new opportunity for fostering mutual trust, understanding, and cooperation between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan. He further highlighted that the resolution of these disputes lays the foundation for stronger bilateral relations based on good neighborliness and shared interests.
The signing of the agreement is particularly significant as it has resolved a long-running source of tension between the two Central Asian countries, which had previously experienced sporadic border conflicts. This agreement not only addresses the territorial disagreements but also opens the door to greater economic and diplomatic cooperation, paving the way for a more peaceful and prosperous future for both nations and their peoples.
Secretary General Taha expressed hope that this positive development would serve as an inspiration for other countries in the region facing similar challenges, reaffirming the OIC's commitment to supporting peaceful conflict resolution and fostering collaboration among its member states. The OIC further stressed that this agreement exemplifies the importance of dialogue, diplomacy, and mutual respect in resolving disputes, principles that are central to the organization’s mission.
The OIC, as a leading multilateral organization, continues to champion peace, security, and development within its member states, and it commended both Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan for their constructive engagement in resolving their border issues. The agreement not only signifies a new chapter in the relations between the two nations but also contributes to broader regional stability in Central Asia.
As Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan move forward with the implementation of this landmark agreement, the OIC remains committed to offering its full support in facilitating further cooperation and ensuring that the positive momentum continues. The border demarcation agreement represents a step forward not only for the two countries involved but also for the broader goals of peace, stability, and harmony within the Islamic world.