Uzbekistan offers bonuses to doctors returning from abroad — what about Tajikistan?

Uzbekistan will guarantee jobs and offer monthly bonuses of up to 50 million soums (more than $4,000) to doctors who return home after working abroad, as part of a new package of healthcare support measures announced by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. Meanwhile, Tajikistan continues to face a shortage of around 1,100 doctors, with low salaries and better opportunities abroad among the factors driving medical professionals to leave. According to the Uzbek president’s press service, specialists returning from abroad will be guaranteed employment. Doctors with international experience will also be allowed to form their own medical teams. What benefits will Uzbekistan’s healthcare workers receive? The announced measures include housing assistance, salary bonuses and expanded professional training opportunities. Housing support: The state will allocate 50 billion soums (about $4.

1 million) to help doctors with at least 15 years of experience repay part of their mortgage loans. Around 1,000 specialists are expected to move into new homes next year. Support for young doctors: Up to 25% of the initial mortgage down payment will be covered annually for 500 young doctors. Bonuses for rural doctors: Those working in remote areas will receive monthly bonuses of up to 4. 5 million soums (about $375) and one-time payments of up to 50 million soums. Higher qualifications for nurses: Nurses with bachelor’s degrees will receive bonuses of 1. 5 million soums, while those with master’s degrees will receive 2. 5 million soums. Free specialist training: From 2027, residency training in specialized medical fields is planned to become free. The state will also cover training costs for specialists working in primary healthcare and district medical facilities. The government also plans to reward…