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Sign InBilateral trade between Iran and Tajikistan skyrocketed in the first quarter of 2026, coinciding with heightened regional conflict involving the US and Israel. On April 14, Iran’s ambassador met with Tajik Transport Ministry officials to discuss expanding and expediting overland trade routes between the two nations. This surge has triggered international scrutiny, with concerns that Tajikistan may be serving as a conduit for Iran to procure military-application technology and essential goods. Analysts suggest that Tehran is actively seeking alternative trade corridors to bypass wartime restrictions and maintain its strategic supply chains. The development is expected to increase risk premiums in Crude Oil and Gold markets as geopolitical instability persists. Furthermore, the potential for sanctions evasion through Central Asian logistics hubs remains a focal point for global regulators and market participants.