The main aim of the Press and Public Affairs (PPA) section is to promote a positive image of the United Kingdom and its policies in Tajikistan. We do this in a variety of ways, including the tried and tested means of press releases, publications, publicity materials, radio and TV interviews by various members of the Embassy. We deal with all enquiries from journalists as well as members of the general public.  

We also arrange media interviews for visiting British Government Ministers and officials and distribute speeches made by British Ministers. The Ambassador is happy to give interviews and briefings about the British Government and its policies or indeed about any event with which the British Embassy is involved.  

The Press and Public Affairs Section also manages the Bilateral Fund and the Projects Officer and the Embassy website should be the first point for general enquiries. The website provides a wealth of information about services provided by the Embassy as well as links to a variety of other relevant information and organisations.  

In collaboration with the British Council, the section also oversees the Chevening Scholarship Scheme.

Recent news and events

Be on the Ball for World Cup 2010 23 November 2009

If you’re planning to travel to South Africa for the World Cup next year, make sure you follow some basic tips for a safe and enjoyable stay.

UK-Russia Venture Forum “Financing Innovation: Building Together Future Prosperity” 23 November 2009

will be held at the London Stock Exchange, 10 Paternoster Square, EC4M 7LS, London on 3-4 December, 2009.

'A golden opportunity for Cyprus' 23 November 2009

Minister for Europe Chris Bryant is in Cyprus on 22-25 November for ministerial meetings and discussions on a wide range of issues.

Climate change high on Commonwealth agenda 22 November 2009

Baroness Kinnock is visiting Jamaica on 23-24 November for high level ministerial meetings and to discuss many issues including climate change.

Human Rights resolution on Iran 20 November 2009

The United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution on the situation of human rights in the Islamic Republic of Iran.