SCO Security Push: Tajikistan urged SCO members to expand joint military and security exercises in Bishkek, focusing on counterterrorism, extremist threats, drug trafficking, and digital risks, with Interior Minister Ramazon Rahimzoda calling for better secure communications, training, and information sharing. Afghanistan Dispute: The Islamic Emirate rejected Pakistan’s and Tajikistan-linked security allegations, saying claims of “terrorist camps” are propaganda and lack credible proof, as Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met Tajik officials at the SCO sidelines. Bilateral Pacts on Migration & Drugs: Pakistan and Russia signed agreements in Bishkek to curb illegal immigration, improve repatriation cooperation, and strengthen counter-narcotics coordination; Naqvi also met Tajik, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyz, and Kazakhstan counterparts on regional security. Tajik-India Industry Talks: Tajikistan and India discussed joint assembly of cars and electric vehicles, plus supply of electric buses and localization of hydropower and electrical equipment. Energy Connectivity Watch: Commentary highlights progress toward finalizing CASA-1000 terms, framing it as a key step for regional power trade. Regional Environment: Central Asian states agreed to boost snow leopard and mountain ecosystem conservation under a GEF-9 vision in Samarkand.