Pakistan–Tajikistan Security Talks: Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met Iran’s Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni in Tajikistan, focusing on border security, border management, and curbing illegal activity to protect regional stability. CASA-1000 Push: Pakistan and Tajikistan agreed to meet in Istanbul later this month to finalize remaining CASA-1000 electricity project terms, aiming for timely operationalization of the power exchange. Trade Roadmap to $200m: At the 8th Joint Commission session in Dushanbe, both countries set a three-year plan to lift bilateral trade to $200 million and expand cooperation across energy, agriculture, IT, health, education, and tourism. Tajikistan Power Planning: Tajikistan published a hydropower-led long-term power system plan for Gorno-Badakhshan through 2050, adding sustainability screening tools for future projects. Regional Energy Geopolitics: Russia and Uzbekistan began construction of a nuclear power plant in Uzbekistan, a first for post-Soviet Central Asia, with Russian technology and financing. Central Asia Growth Outlook: The EBRD forecasts Mongolia and Central Asia growth of 5.6% in 2026 (5.3% in 2027), with risks tied to energy prices, sanctions, and slower Russia/China. Dushanbe Water Diplomacy: A major Dushanbe-hosted water conference wrapped up, reinforcing international commitments on water security and climate resilience.