Tajikistan Growth Watch: The EBRD says Tajikistan is among Central Asia’s fastest-growing economies, with Q1 2026 GDP up 8% y/y, fixed investment up 34.2%, and manufacturing up 29.6%, driven by trade, transport, electricity generation and public spending tied to major projects like Rogun. Power & Infrastructure: Pakistan’s CASA-1000 and Tajikistan-linked grid upgrades are part of wider regional power spending plans, while Tajikistan also discussed ADB support to modernize the Bahri Tojik reservoir, including protective dams, pumping stations and a SCADA water-management system. Digital Economy Push: A Dushanbe IT hub and the “Information Technology Center” are framed as a step toward a more knowledge-based economy, alongside rising electronic payments and a legal boost from Tajikistan’s e-commerce law. Regional Connectivity & Trade: Indonesia is looking to use Tajikistan as an entry point for Indonesian manufactured goods into the CIS, citing complementary strengths in Tajik minerals/aluminum and Indonesia’s manufacturing. SCO Business Angle: India reaffirmed its SCO commitment in Dushanbe and announced a July 2026 SCO Civilisation Dialogue in Kolkata, signaling continued regional engagement that can support trade and investment ties. Legal/Dispute Resolution: The IDI and China’s Karamay Arbitration Commission signed an MoU to handle civil and commercial disputes through binding arbitration, relevant for cross-border trade and investment.