Regional Climate & Energy Diplomacy: Central Asian leaders and Azerbaijan met in Cholpon-Ata, Kyrgyzstan, pushing stronger cooperation on transport corridors, energy security, digital services, and food security—issues that directly shape climate resilience across the region. Tajikistan–China Energy Moves: Dushanbe and Beijing discussed expanding petroleum product supply, while earlier talks also pointed to waste-to-energy cooperation in Dushanbe—turning municipal waste into electricity. Oil Refining Debate: Tajik President Emomali Rahmon urged regional partners to study building a large oil refinery using modern technologies, prioritizing Central Asia’s domestic fuel needs. Flood Protection in Sughd: After July mudslides (Ayni and Penjikent), Yori jamoat avoided major damage thanks to a January 2026 riverbank protection project plus local training for residents. Methane From Landfills: A climate expert highlighted landfill methane as a major, often ignored warming driver—calling for faster action in waste management. Youth Water & Climate Platform: Kyrgyzstan is organizing RCOY Central Asia 2026 on water security and climate justice in Samarkand, with Tajik youth among participants. Tajik Greening Push: Tajikistan reports planting 201,000+ trees and shrubs and plans saxaul forest expansion to fight desertification and protect mountain landscapes.