Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan Agree on Border Land Exchange
How the Border Issue is Being Resolved
The agreement includes several key steps:
- Land Exchange – Plots owned by citizens of one country but located within the other’s borders will be transferred accordingly.
- Resident Relocation – Affected citizens will be moved to specially designated areas.
- Legal Documentation – The border is currently being formalized, and the agreement will soon be ratified by both countries' parliaments.
- Final Demarcation – Over the next 1–2 years, the border will be fully marked on the ground.
Are the Borders Finally Settled?
Japarov stated that once all procedures are completed, the Kyrgyz-Tajik border will be fully agreed upon. This would mark the end of years of disputes that have frequently led to violent clashes.
However, challenges remain: relocating residents and constructing new homes will require significant resources, as well as the acceptance of those affected. Despite the diplomatic breakthrough, the success of the agreement will depend on its practical implementation.
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