For some years now, polygamous marriages have been on the rise in Tajikistan, likely due to the growing influence of religion and the mass exodus of young men abroad.
High poverty rates and a tough job market have contributed to nearly 1 million of the country’s approximately 9 million citizens finding employment outside of Tajikistan.
Their remittances are a key source of income for many families and make up roughly 20-30% of the country’s GDP, according to data from the World Bank and World Economic Forum.
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