Youth Day is observed in Tajikistan every May 23, a holiday established in 1997 by President Emomali Rahmon. The day is preceded by Youth Week, which features various events and activities such as sports competitions, cultural events, and poetry recitals aimed at celebrating the contributions of young people in the country. The holiday serves as an opportunity for the government to review its youth policy and strategize for its future implementation. President Rahmon addresses the youth on this day, highlighting their role in shaping the nation’s future and promoting national identity and unity. Young people are recognized as vital to the political, social, economic, and cultural spheres of Tajikistan.