World Bank Evaluates Tajikistan’s Business Environment
The World Bank has released its Business Ready (B-READY) 2025 report, assessing the business environment across 101 economies, including Tajikistan. This interim report evaluates how well nations support their businesses through regulatory frameworks and government services. It focuses on the synergy between legal quality and public service delivery, essential for a conducive business climate.
Tajikistan’s Performance in the B-READY 2025 Report
The B-READY 2025 report categorizes countries based on three key pillars:
- Legal Framework
- Government Services
- Operational Efficiency
Tajikistan’s scores in these areas reveal a mixed outlook:
| Pillar | Score |
|---|---|
| Legal Framework | 59.8 |
| Government Services | 40.4 |
| Operational Efficiency | 64.6 |
Strengths and Weaknesses in Business Operations
The report highlights Tajikistan’s strengths in specific aspects of the business life cycle:
- Starting a Business: 71.2 points
- Financial Services: 79.9 points
- Labor: 66.3 points
These scores indicate relatively favorable conditions, especially in access to credit and electronic payment systems. However, Tajikistan faces significant challenges in other areas:
- Business Insolvency: 39.5 points
- Market Competition: 39.9 points
- Dispute Resolution: 40.9 points
Insights from the Global Perspective
The B-READY report also showcases trends global trends. The World Bank notes that countries needing job creation the most are often the least prepared to provide it. Worldwide, business conditions are functioning at only 60% of their potential. There has been inadequate progress towards improvements in 2025.
Countries with young populations and low growth rates face high job demands. Yet, they struggle with weak government services and ineffective enforcement of regulations. This situation undermines economic growth and poses socio-economic risks, stressing the urgency for reforms in the business environment.
