Tajikistan Water Upgrade: The World Bank approved a $75M grant for Tajikistan’s SWIM-2 project to modernize irrigation and water governance, targeting efficiency gains (60% to 80%) and upgrades to pumping stations and key irrigation works serving about 100,000 hectares. Fuel Supply Pressure: Tajik civil aviation is facing fuel and lubricants shortages, pushing airlines to import from Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan as global conditions complicate supply; the aviation authority says it’s coordinating with neighbors to stabilize deliveries. Regional Trade Diplomacy: Bangladesh and Tajikistan are moving to deepen economic ties after their first Foreign Office Consultations in Dhaka, with plans to boost private-sector links, business delegations, and connectivity (including direct flights and easier visas). India-Tajik Economic Talks: India and Tajikistan reviewed cooperation through the 12th Joint Commission, with focus areas spanning energy, hydropower, mining and critical minerals, textiles, digital economy, logistics and finance. Bilateral Business Platform: The Tajik-Turkmen Business Council met in Dushanbe on July 7 to present investment opportunities and hold B2B negotiations, bringing together dozens of companies and government stakeholders. Energy Security Context: Central Asia’s fuel squeeze is worsening into winter planning, with import dependence and Russia-linked disruptions raising the stakes for Tajikistan’s broader regional supply environment.