Forest Restoration in Tajikistan: A practical workshop in Dushanbe under the RESILAND Tajikistan project focused on improving access to analytical information to target public and private investments in high-value tree crops, with the World Bank backing evidence-based decisions for restoring degraded landscapes and protecting forest ecosystems. Water Security & Climate Resilience: Tajikistan is planning modernization of the Tajik Sea (Kayrakkum) reservoir, including dam reinforcement, pumping upgrades, irrigation and drainage improvements, and digital monitoring to cut flood risks and adapt to climate-driven transboundary water pressures. Regional Finance for Green Infrastructure: The European Investment Bank opened its Central Asia regional office in Tashkent, signaling support for sustainable transport, renewable energy, water management, and climate resilience, with a pipeline of projects discussed under Uzbekistan’s “2030” strategy. IsDB Push for Connectivity & Clean Power: At the IsDB Annual Meetings in Baku, Tajikistan and the bank reaffirmed cooperation on Rogun hydropower and CASA-1000 electricity trade, while IsDB approved Tajikistan road rehabilitation financing to strengthen climate-resilient transport links. Desertification Reminder: World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought highlighted rangeland restoration as a key response to land degradation and worsening drought impacts across the region.