Russian Servicemen in Tajikistan Have Begun Special Training

Personnel of the Russian military base in Tajikistan have started special tactical training as part of the combat training plan, the Russian Defence Ministry’s website reports.

Various units are conducting personnel drill inspections to determine whether they are equipped with uniforms, accessories and standard weapons.

During the week, the personnel will practice acting in case of an alarm and preparing weapons and military and special equipment to carry out mandated tasks.

The 201st military base in Tajikistan is located in two cities, Dushanbe and Bokhtar. According to the 2012 agreement, it will be stationed in Tajikistan though 2042.

As part of their monitoring activities, parliamentarians visit military exercises several times a year and meet with the military contingent in the CSTO area of responsibility.