Rahmon sworn in as President of Tajikistan 5th time

AKIPRESS.COM - Inauguration of re-elected President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon was held today in Kohi Somon Palace in Dushanbe. After taking the presidential symbols, President Rahmon was sworn in.
"As the President I swear to defend Constitution and laws of the country, guarantee protection of rights, freedoms, hononr and dignity of citizens, protect political, economic and cultural independence of Tajikistan, serve loyally to people," Rahmon said.
Inauguration of President Rahmon was held this year, like in 2006 and 2013, without participation of foreign leaders, Asia-Plus reported.
In 1999, Rahmon was sworn in as President second time, when key foreign officials attended inauguration ceremony, President Vladimir Putin among them.
After inauguration ceremony, the motorcade of the President headed to the Dusti square to watch the parade of defense and police forces.
Tajikistan had presidential elections on October 11. According to the Central Election Commission, Emomali Rahmon was one of 5 presidential candidates and won more than 90% of votes.