IMF Talks: Tajikistan’s Finance Ministry and the National Bank met IMF Deputy Managing Director Bo Li to review economic and financial policy progress under an IMF reform program, including public finance management, transparency, debt management, and structural changes. Disaster Monitoring in the Region: China and Central Asian partners signed up for the “Tianwu Constellation,” starting with five satellites to share remote-sensing data for earthquakes, landslides, agricultural pests, and glacial-flood risks—aimed at faster early warnings and better water security. Climate Risk on the Ground: Kyrgyzstan reported 240+ mudflows since the start of 2026, with heavy June rains driving damage and deaths, while experts push nature-based solutions and community involvement. Water & Resilience Training: A Dushanbe workshop under GIZ’s climate-sensitive water project trained basin professionals on climate-aware water management, including field visits to Nurek Reservoir and pumping infrastructure. Clean Water Data: A new global map highlights where safely managed drinking water is still out of reach, underscoring major gaps beyond Europe and North America. Nature-Friendly Bird Control: Tajikistan’s New Parliament in Dushanbe is now protected with humane AVIX laser bird deterrents, claiming a large reduction in bird presence without harming wildlife.