Water Security Watch: Central Asia’s water crunch is deepening as “upstream” Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan can no longer send enough water downstream, raising fears of instability and forced migration unless regional water policies shift. Climate & Land Degradation: World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought (June 17) spotlights rangeland restoration, warning that drought and land degradation already affect billions and could expand sharply by 2050. Tajikistan Water Infrastructure: Tajikistan and the ADB discussed modernizing the Tajik Sea (Kayrakkum) reservoir—upgrading dams, pumping stations, irrigation and drainage, plus digital monitoring—to cut flood risks and improve climate-ready water management. Biodiversity & Wildlife Conservation: Uzbekistan hosted a regional meeting on wildlife conservation and sustainable landscapes, focusing on transboundary mountain ecosystems and species like snow leopards, saiga, and argali. Regional Policy on Health & Ecosystems: Central Asia’s “One Health” consultations wrapped up, aiming to align pandemic prevention, food system resilience, and ecosystem health rules across the region. Air Pollution Alarm (Regional): Pakistan was flagged as having the world’s most polluted air by PM2.5 levels, underscoring serious public health risks across South Asia. EU–Central Asia Talks on Afghanistan: Envoys in Almaty discussed Afghanistan’s impact on regional security and connectivity, including water management and climate challenges.