Air Quality Watch: Tajikistan launched an official air-quality portal (airquality.meteo.tj) after disputing IQAir results, using six monitoring devices in Dushanbe plus stations in Kulyab, Vahdat and Hisor, with most readings reported in the “good” range and Kulyab in “moderate.” Winter Power Crunch: Tajikistan is preparing for colder months by tightening water use for hydropower and cutting electricity exports, while urging solar panels and efficiency; officials warn rationing could return during peak load. One Health for Birds: A regional online webinar on avian influenza (21 July) will focus on practical One Health steps across Central Asia, from migratory-bird surveillance to safe handling of dead wild birds and lab diagnostics. One Health Coordination: Central Asia approved key “One Health” regional documents for faster cross-border response, including plans for joint simulation drills, shared lab standards and a digital portal. Climate Wellbeing Snapshot: The Happy Planet Index shows uneven progress toward climate goals; Tajikistan ranks surprisingly high, though the report flags sustainability risks tied to remittances. Border Stability: Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan marked progress on their state border delimitation, with new pillars and a treaty-backed legal foundation for long-term stability in border areas.