Tajikistan-Region Security: The CSTO says the main challenge in Central Asia remains militant threats from Afghanistan’s northern border, with shelling of Tajik territory cited as a “particular concern,” and member states planning to step up joint efforts. Water & Public Health: In Kyrgyz-Ata (Osh region), residents have long relied on ditch water after Soviet pipes fell into disrepair, driving disease risks; sanitation upgrades are underway via water supply and toilet projects in schools and health posts. Water Infrastructure Cooperation: Slovak experts visited Dushanbe to assess water resources management, flood protection and early warning systems, meeting Tajik energy and emergency agencies to identify next steps for safer hydraulic infrastructure. Regional Climate Resilience: Central Asia’s RESILAND CA+ dialogue in Bishkek reviewed a draft roadmap and investment plan to cut transboundary mudflow and flood risks, including digital tools for risk management. EU Connectivity for Trade: The EU launched a Connectivity Agenda Platform to coordinate investment and policy across transport, energy, digital infrastructure and trade facilitation with Central Asian partners, aiming to strengthen routes beyond Russia. Finance & Development Push: The Eurasian Development Bank approved its 2027–2031 strategy, targeting $13.5bn in member-state projects and expanding its geographic footprint, while also signing a cooperation memorandum with the EEC. Tajikistan Demography: Research highlights Tajikistan’s working-age population growth of 2.1m by 2040, stressing that job creation is key to turning the demographic advantage into growth.