Asman City Investment: Kyrgyzstan’s National Investment Agency says the eco-friendly “city of the future” Asman will attract up to $20 billion, with plans for tourism infrastructure, IT development, and strict environmental standards. Foreign Affairs in Northern Cyprus: The Kyrgyz Foreign Ministry confirmed a citizen was stabbed at a supermarket in Lefkoşa; she has undergone surgery, and the embassy in Turkey is coordinating with local authorities. Drug Crackdown: Police detained suspects transporting nearly 29 kg of marijuana in Naryn’s Jumgal district; a criminal case has been opened and investigators are hunting possible accomplices. Land Leasing Debate: PM Adylbek Kasymaliev reiterated that Kyrgyzstan will not sell land, arguing 49-year leases help investors build factories and create jobs. Bishkek Crime: Three suspects were detained over a wheel-theft series, with investigators linking them to multiple similar incidents. Energy Diplomacy: Kuwait’s oil minister highlighted cooperation potential with Kyrgyzstan in oil and energy expertise. Education Update: The Education Ministry set the 2026-27 school year dates and vacation schedule, tied to major national events. Health Policy: The Health Ministry is transferring students from unaccredited medical universities to accredited ones under a centralized procedure. Kyrgyz-China Debt: The Cabinet head said Kyrgyzstan’s debt to China fell from about $1.7bn to $1.4bn as new loans were avoided and repayments continued. Transport Links: Aero Nomad launched a direct Bishkek–Urumqi flight, citing strong demand from business and tourists. Legal Reform: President Japarov signed amendments strengthening the legal representation system, including a register and oversight rules. Cremation Ban: Kyrgyzstan banned cremation of deceased bodies, limiting crematorium use to medical biological waste disposal.