Tajikistan–UAE Aviation: Dushanbe has ratified an air services deal with the United Arab Emirates, setting a legal basis for more flights, new routes, and Tajikistan’s push to become a regional transit hub for tourism, trade and Gulf investment. Iran Oil Supply & Sanctions Risk: Tajikistan has started receiving Iranian oil and petroleum products, potentially diversifying fuel supplies beyond Russia, but the move also raises questions about possible US secondary sanctions exposure for firms involved. Russia–Tajik Trade Outlook: Tajikistan’s prime minister says Russia remains the top economic partner (over 22% of foreign trade), with trade growth continuing and both sides aiming to expand bilateral trade 2.5-fold by 2030. Banking Access for Non-Residents: Humo Bank warned Russian cardholders that some cards will be blocked unless biometric identification is completed in Tajikistan by late September, reflecting tighter access rules for non-residents. Regional Digital Business Links: Uzbekistan and Tajikistan are deepening cooperation between their IT parks, including joint startup and incubation programs to help Central Asian IT firms reach international markets. Development Finance: The Eurasian Development Bank received three ADFIAP awards, including a Tajikistan wheat flour fortification project with WFP to tackle “hidden hunger.” Trade Data: Kazakhstan’s trade turnover with Tajikistan rose 25% in Jan–Jul 2026 to $854.7m, driven by stronger Kazakh exports. Energy Mega-Project: Coverage highlights Rogun’s progress toward becoming the world’s tallest dam, with new construction milestones supporting future power and export plans.