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Emomali Rahmon

b. 1952 · 20th century · Also known as Emomali Rakhmonov

Emomali Rahmon is a Tajik politician from Kulob who became head of state of Tajikistan in 1992, during the civil war, and president in 1994. A peace agreement with the United Tajik Opposition ended the war in 1997. He has since concentrated power in his family and party, ruling with little tolerance of opposition.

Emomali Rahmon
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Tajikistan

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