Aviation Deal: Tajikistan’s parliament ratified an air transport agreement with the UAE, aiming to boost flights and position Dushanbe as a transit hub to attract tourists, entrepreneurs and Gulf investors. Energy Megaproject: Rogun Hydropower is progressing toward a 335-metre dam height, with units already generating power and the project set to ease winter shortages and expand electricity exports. Sanctions & Finance: The US Treasury sanctioned Tajik national Suhrob Oymahmadov for facilitating Iranian financial operations tied to Bobak Zanjani’s network, freezing any US-linked assets and cutting off US business. Trade With Russia: Tajikistan’s prime minister said Russia remains the top economic partner (over 22% of trade), with mutual trade hitting a record $2.5bn in 2025 and exports rising sharply; officials also see a path to 2.5x trade by 2030. Digital Startups: Uzbekistan and Tajikistan agreed to deepen cooperation between IT parks in Dushanbe and Uzbekistan, including joint incubation and programs to help regional IT firms reach international markets. Regional Connectivity Economics: A World Bank report says Middle Corridor upgrades could more than triple trade, cut travel times and add 2m jobs by 2040 across countries including Tajikistan. Security Diplomacy: Russia will host the next Moscow Format talks on Afghanistan on Oct. 5, with Tajikistan among participants expected to discuss counterterrorism, drugs and regional engagement. Electricity Exports: Afghanistan’s DABS said Tajikistan is ready to increase electricity exports, including plans for a 500-kilovolt transmission line and further tariff and investment talks.