Rogun Hydropower Financing: The World Bank has approved the second phase of funding for Tajikistan’s Rogun hydropower plant, aiming to boost renewable electricity output, cut winter shortages, and support jobs and regional power exports. Amu Darya Water Pressure: A new study reports Amu Darya flows in Tajikistan’s middle and lower reaches have dropped sharply over decades, with human water use driving most of the decline. RESILAND Landscape Restoration: Tajikistan’s RESILAND project is rolling out policy and on-the-ground restoration across 180,000 hectares to strengthen environmental governance, livelihoods, and resilience. China-Tajik Highway Restart: Chinese engineers have returned to the Dushanbe–Kulma corridor under armed protection, resuming tunnel lighting, concrete works, and other tasks after Afghan-side attacks. Mudslide Warnings: Tajik authorities warn heavy rain could trigger mudslides, urging extra caution on mountain roads and near riverbanks. Disaster Monitoring From Space: China and Central Asian partners are developing a satellite constellation to track earthquakes and glacial floods, with AI processing planned for faster risk assessment. Air Quality Alarm: IQAir’s latest report ranks Pakistan worst for PM2.5 pollution, with Tajikistan also listed among the most polluted countries. Health Systems for Earthquakes: WHO calls for stronger earthquake-ready healthcare systems, noting Central Asia’s high seismic hazard and cross-border risks. Tajikistan–Georgia Agriculture Tech Link: Georgia and Tajikistan sign an agriculture MoU covering joint research, pest control, and knowledge exchange. GTA 6 Ban: Tajikistan keeps its ban on the GTA series ahead of GTA 6’s release, citing concerns about crime influence on youth.