Rogun Dam Watch: The EU is set to become a major funder of Tajikistan’s Rogun megaproject, as Russia’s influence in Central Asia faces pressure—while the dam’s scale and power ambitions keep it at the center of regional energy and water debates. Salinization Risk: A water expert warns that saltwater intrusion and salinization can undermine irrigation, threaten food security, and drive migration pressures in vulnerable regions. Glacier Monitoring Push: Central Asian experts met in Dushanbe to strengthen scientific approaches to glacier monitoring and cryosphere modeling, aiming to improve water forecasting as climate change accelerates. Women and Water Diplomacy: Dushanbe hosted the “Women and Water 2026” forum and related meetings of women parliamentarians, focusing on gender-sensitive water governance, climate resilience, and glacier conservation. Pasture Restoration in Khatlon: Monitoring in Khatlon’s Shahritus, Qubodiyon, and Nosiri Khusrav found improved pasture productivity tied to rotational grazing, fenced restoration, and pasture user unions. Waste-to-Energy for Dushanbe: Tajikistan is considering a modern waste-to-energy plant with Chinese partners to cut landfill volumes, improve sanitation, and add electricity capacity. Energy Transition Framed as Development: Tajik officials say renewable hydropower is the backbone of the national energy transition and a key condition for security and growth. Water Cooperation Beyond Borders: Tajikistan also discussed water management and dam cooperation with Libya, reinforcing the push for integrated transboundary water solutions.