NTU leads the advancement of Energy Sector Reform in Tajikistan: An EU Global Gateway Flagship for a Sustainable Future

Now in its second year of implementation, this EUR 10 million Technical Assistance (TA) programme supports the Government of Tajikistan in advancing comprehensive energy sector reform and driving the transition towards a sustainable, secure, and interconnected energy future.
Implemented under the European Union’s Global Gateway strategy, the initiative contributes to strengthening national energy systems, promoting renewable energy and hydropower, and enhancing regional connectivity across Central Asia.

As part of the ongoing Energy Sector Reform, the NTU project team is finalising Tajikistan’s first Energy Code, a comprehensive legislative framework covering all areas of energy regulation. The proposed reforms—including the establishment of a regulatory body and the transfer of functions from existing authorities such as the antimonopoly agency and the Ministry of Energy—necessitate a substantial revision of current laws governing licensing, tariff regulation, and competition policy.

This project stands as a showcase of the Global Gateway in action in Central Asia—demonstrating how targeted technical assistance can translate policy ambitions into tangible results. By combining policy expertise, institutional strengthening, and regional cooperation, NTU is helping Tajikistan pave the way toward a greener, more resilient, and interconnected energy landscape.

This ambitious effort is implemented under the leadership of the Ministry of Energy and Water Resources of the Republic of Tajikistan and under the supervision of the EU Delegation to Tajikistan, whose continued commitment and strategic guidance have been instrumental in advancing the reform agenda. NTU International highly values the trust and cooperation of both partners, reflecting our shared commitment to Tajikistan’s sustainable energy transformation and regional integration.

At NTU International, we are proud to support partners like Tajikistan in achieving sustainable energy transformation. Our work embodies the NTU values of integrity, partnership, innovation, and sustainability—delivering solutions that empower local institutions, promote regional stability, and advance the global green transition.

Through our engagement in Central Asia and beyond, NTU remains committed to building a future powered by clean energy, strong governance, and inclusive development—turning the vision of the EU Global Gateway into lasting impact.