President Emomali Rahmon has strongly criticized Tajikistan’s judiciary for corruption and inefficiency. Speaking at a meeting with judges in Dushanbe, he highlighted widespread public complaints about delays and dissatisfaction with court rulings.
Rahmon revealed that thousands of complaints about judicial misconduct were lodged between 2020 and 2024, many of which were repeated due to biased case handling. He expressed concern that no clear resolution or disciplinary actions were outlined for these grievances.
The president pointed to a troubling increase in crimes committed by judges and court staff, particularly corruption-related offenses. He noted that from 2014 to 2024, over 100 judicial staff were implicated in criminal activities, with rising numbers reported each year.
Rahmon also criticized systemic flaws such as delayed rulings, poor case handling, and frequent annulments of court decisions. These issues, he argued, undermine the rule of law and erode public trust in the judiciary.
He emphasized that corruption within the judiciary not only harms its prestige but also weakens public confidence in the state, calling for urgent reforms to address these persistent challenges.
