Tajikistan is a diverse country in terms of languages, religions, cultural traditions, and ethnic groups. Several languages are spoken in Tajikistan, with Tajik being the official and majority language. Tajik is a Persian variant used in public administration, education, and the media. Other languages are also spoken in the country, such as Russian, which is used due to the heritage of the Soviet era and the commercial and cultural relations with Russia. In terms of religion, Tajikistan is predominantly Muslim, with Sunni Islam. However, there are also religious minorities such as Orthodox Christians, Baha'is, and Jews. Tajikistan has a combination of folk and popular cultural influences. In Tajikistan music and dance is essential, the most important being traditional folk music such as Shashmaqam and Maqom, which is appreciated and is part of the country's cultural expressions. At the same time, pop culture and modern media also have a significant presence in Tajik society,...
Tajikistan is at an early stage of development according to the Rostow Development Model. Although there has been progress in certain aspects, the country still faces significant challenges in achieving sustainable economic growth and comprehensive development. Tajikistan is in the "take-off" stage according to Rostow, where efforts are being made to diversify the economy and modernize key sectors, such as agriculture, industry, and services. In terms of Wallerstein's development model, Tajikistan is in the "periphery" category. The country is heavily dependent on the export of raw materials and agricultural products, Tajikistan faces challenges in terms of external dependence and vulnerability to changes in commodity prices on international markets. In terms of labor structure, approximately 70% of the labor force in Tajikistan is employed in the primary sector, which includes agriculture and mining. The secondary sector, which comprises industry and manufactur...