5 Poorest Countries in Asia

3. Tajikistan

GDP Per Adult in 2021: $1,561 

Tajikistan, known officially as the Republic of Tajikistan, is a landlocked nation situated in Central Asia. Dushanbe serves as both its capital and largest city. Tajikistan is categorized as a developing country with an economy in transition. It heavily relies on remittances, as well as the production of aluminum and cotton, as key pillars of its economy. In 2021, Tajikistan’s GDP per adult was $1,561, making it one of the poorest Asian countries.