SCO Counter-Terror Push: Pakistan’s FM Ishaq Dar told the SCO foreign ministers in Cholpon-Ata that durable regional peace depends on ending terrorism “emanating from Afghan soil,” urging the Taliban to honor counter-terrorism commitments. Regional Diplomacy: Iran’s FM Abbas Araghchi at the same SCO meeting backed a stable, terrorism-free Afghanistan with an inclusive government and called for an end to clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan. SCO Summit Prep: Russia’s Sergey Lavrov said the bloc will unify dialogue partners and observers into one “partner” status ahead of the Bishkek summit, alongside plans for new centers on threats and drug crimes. UN Peace Agenda: The UN General Assembly declared 2027–2036 the International Decade of Strengthening Peace for Future Generations, an initiative backed by Tajikistan’s President Rahmon. Tajikistan Media Rights: Reporters Without Borders welcomed the release of two Tajik journalists under an amnesty, while urging further releases. Tajikistan Budget: Tajikistan reported H1 state budget revenues of 36.4bn somoni (about $3.94bn). Water Cooperation: The World Bank approved a $20m project to boost cross-border water cooperation in Central Asia, including work on Amu Darya and Syr Darya basins. Aviation & Connectivity: Tajik private carrier Shohin Airlines revealed its first Airbus order (four A320neo family aircraft), signaling expanded international links.