World Nomad Games Prep: Kyrgyzstan reviewed logistics and venue readiness for the VI World Nomad Games, with the opening set for Aug 31 in Bishkek and main competitions in Cholpon-Ata and Kyrchyn Gorge (Sept 2–6), including kok-boru and kokpar as separate disciplines and the snow leopard “Batai” as mascot. Presidential Politics: Sadyr Japarov said he will run for a second term in the Jan 27, 2027 election, promising no restrictions on candidates and a fair, transparent process without administrative pressure. Manas Ordo Reconstruction: Construction at the “Manas Ordo” complex in Talas is 85% complete; Nurdana Oruntaev ordered more workers to finish by Independence Day, with a museum expansion, congress hall, national-style cottages, and a 3,500-capacity cultural events center. Fuel & Infrastructure: Japarov outlined plans to cut fuel dependence on Russia via refinery modernization (KPC and Zhongda targeting K-5 gasoline by 2028) and said the Barskoon–Bedel highway will open in 2028–2029 to shorten routes to China. Anti-Corruption & Governance: Cabinet approved a 24-hour reporting procedure for attempts to induce corruption; prosecutors also seek harsher outcomes in the “Letter of 75” case, while Japarov questioned inflated figures from the Tashiev-era anti-corruption drive. EU Rights Watch: The EU reported worsening human rights in Kyrgyzstan, citing the media law, limits on foreign ownership, and prosecutions of media workers. Regional Trade: Kyrgyz and Kazakh officials discussed wheat supplies, fertilizer transit, and agricultural processing cooperation, while Kazakhstan and Belarus trade growth was highlighted. Public Safety/Regulation: A new push aims to set uniform rules for psychologists after concerns about unqualified online “counselors.” Economy Watch: AI-92 prices in Bishkek rose again (second increase in weeks), and the euro strengthened while the ruble weakened in bank exchange rates.