International Conference on
Sustainable Regional Development
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MAR 10, 2026

Abstract Deadline

MAR 25, 2026

Abstract Decision

APR 25, 2026

Full Paper Deadline

MAY 04-06, 2026

Conference Dates

Welcome

We are pleased to invite you to participate in the International Conference on Sustainable Regional Development, taking place in Dushanbe, Tajikistan. This conference brings together scholars, researchers, and practitioners from around the world to discuss contemporary challenges and innovative solutions in regional development.

The conference welcomes contributions addressing theoretical and empirical aspects of sustainable regional development, including policy analysis, urban planning, economic growth, innovation, and social inclusion.

Important: We invite submissions of original and previously unpublished research that contributes to advancing knowledge in sustainable regional development.

The 4th

International

Conference

Key Topics:

  • Sustainable Development
  • Theory and Practice of Regional Development
  • Legislative Framework for Sustainable Development
  • Economic Geography
  • Digitalization of the Economy in Central Asia
  • Economic Theory
  • Development of Insurance Activities in Central Asian Countries
  • Spatial Economics and Planning
  • Ecological-Climatic Analysis
  • Customs and Logistics
  • Spatial Data Analysis
  • Economics and Finance in the Development of Central Asia
  • Technologies in the Development of Central Asia
  • Information and Communication Technologies and Innovative Education
  • Development of Socio-Humanitarian Knowledge and Pedagogy in Central Asian Countries

Keynote Speakers

Tomaz Ponce Dentinho

Tomaz Ponce Dentinho

Researcher, University of Azores/ Centre for Applied Economic Studies of the Atlantic, Portugal

Eduardo Haddad

Eduardo Haddad

Full Professor, Department of Economics at the University of Sao Paulo, Brazil

Abdul Shaban

Abdul Shaban

Professor, School of Development Studies/Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai, India

Sanjukta Sattar

Sanjukta Sattar

Professor, Department of Geography, University of Mumbai, India

Abror Juraev

Abror Juraev

Vice-Rector for International Cooperation, Bukhara State University, Uzbekistan

Zhanar Argynbayeva

Zhanar Argynbayeva

Vice President, Narxoz University, Kazakhstan

Makhabbat Ramazanova

Makhabbat Ramazanova

Researcher, REMIT-Research on Economics, Management and Information Technologies, Portugal/Ualikhanov University, Kazakhstan

Jamshed Mashokirov

Jamshed Mashokirov

Tajik State University of Commerce, Tajikistan

Conference Proceedings & Submission

Conference Proceedings

All accepted articles will be published in the conference proceedings of the Tajik State University of Commerce..

Selected high-quality papers will be invited for publication in a special issue of Regional Science Policy & Practice (RSPP), which is indexed in Scopus.

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Abstract Submission

Tajik, Russian, English

(English required for RSPP special issue consideration)

1-page abstract

Registration

REGISTRATION IS FREE BUT MANDATORY

In order to register, please send abstracts to conference-tsuc@mail.ru no later than March 10th, 2026. Once abstracts are accepted, full papers must be submitted before April 25th, 2026. The confirmation of participation will be provided by email after registration and abstract submission.

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Logistics

Accommodation

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Venue & Host Institution

Tajik State University of Commerce

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Committees

Liaison Committee

  • Hans Westlund, Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), Sweden
  • Eduardo Haddad, University of São Paulo, Brazil (RSAI President)
  • Tomaz Ponce Dentinho, University of Azores, Portugal

Local Organizing Committee

  • Nazarzoda Khayrullo Kholnazar - Rector of the Tajik State University of Commerce (TSUC)
  • Kurbonov Abdukarim Rakhimovich – First Vice-Rector, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs at TSUC
  • Mashokirov Jamshed Ne'matulloevich - Vice-Rector for Science and International Relations at TSUC
  • Sultonov Zoirsho Sultnovich – Head of the Department of Science and Innovation at TSUC
  • Amonov Sakhbon Sarvatjonovich – Executive Secretary of the Scientific Journal "Vestnik TSUC"
  • Rajabov Rajab Kuchakovich – Doctor of Economic Sciences, Professor at TSUC
  • Kodirova Zarina Khalimovna – Chairperson of the Dissertation Council 6D.KOA-012 at TSUC
  • Saidova Munavar Khamitovna - Chairperson of the Dissertation Council 99.2.129.03 at TSUC
  • Tolibzoda Kobil Kosim - Deputy Chairperson of the Dissertation Council 6D.KOA-012 at TSUC
  • Kabutzoda Kurbonali Mirzo – Dean of the Faculty of Finance and Credit at TSUC
  • Gayratov Temur Muborakshoevich - Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Commerce at TSUC
  • Safarov Jovidon Azizmadovich - Dean of the Faculty of World Economy, Law, and Customs Affairs at TSUC
  • Abdulloev Bakhtiyor Tolibjonovich – Head of the Department of International Relations, Project Implementation and Academic Mobility at TSUC
  • Abdullozoda Nurmuhammadi Aliavsat – Leading Specialist of the Department of International Relations, Project Implementation and Academic Mobility at TSUC

Scientific Committee

  • Andrea Caragliu, Politecnico di Milano, Italy
  • Tomaz Ponce Dentinho, University of Azores, Portugal (Chair)
  • Eduardo Haddad, University of São Paulo, Brazil
  • Sumana Banerjee, University of Kolkata, India
  • Peter Nijkamp, Free University of Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Andres Rodriguez-Pose, London School of Economics, UK
  • Makhabbat Ramazanova, University of Portucalense, Portugal
  • Hans Westlund, Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), Sweden
  • Abror Juraev, Bukhara State University, Uzbekistan
  • Nazarzoda Khayrullo Kholnazar - Rector of the Tajik State University of Commerce (TSUC)
  • Kurbonov Abdukarim Rakhimovich – First Vice-Rector, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs at TSUC
  • Mashokirov Jamshed Ne'matulloevich - Vice-Rector for Science and International Relations at TSUC
  • Sultonov Zoirsho Sultnovich – Head of the Department of Science and Innovation at TSUC
  • Amonov Sakhbon Sarvatjonovich – Executive Secretary of the Scientific Journal "Vestnik TSUC"
  • Rajabov Rajab Kuchakovich – Doctor of Economic Sciences, Professor at TSUC
  • Kodirova Zarina Khalimovna – Chairperson of the Dissertation Council 6D.KOA-012 at TSUC
  • Saidova Munavar Khamitovna - Chairperson of the Dissertation Council 99.2.129.03 at TSUC
  • Tolibzoda Kobil Kosim - Deputy Chairperson of the Dissertation Council 6D.KOA-012 at TSUC
  • Kabutzoda Kurbonali Mirzo – Dean of the Faculty of Finance and Credit at TSUC
  • Gayratov Temur Muborakshoevich - Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Commerce at TSUC
  • Safarov Jovidon Azizmadovich - Dean of the Faculty of World Economy, Law, and Customs Affairs at TSUC
  • Abdulloev Bakhtiyor Tolibjonovich – Head of the Department of International Relations, Project Implementation and Academic Mobility at TSUC
  • Abdullozoda Nurmuhammadi Aliavsat – Leading Specialist of the Department of International Relations, Project Implementation and Academic Mobility at TSUC