Power & Infrastructure: Bishkek Electric Networks says work on a new 40 MVA transformer at the 110/10 kV “Kyrgyz” substation is 90% done, aiming to boost capacity and stabilize supply ahead of major SCO events. Energy Crisis Accountability: Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev ordered a special commission after 26 emergency high-voltage outage incidents in 18 months, demanding legal and disciplinary reviews of officials and contractors tied to the August 14 disruptions. Regional Blackout Dispute: Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan still disagree on what caused the August 14 blackout, with different chronologies around Toktogul HPP shutdowns and a high-voltage line disconnection. Politics & Courts: Bishkek City Court again postponed the “Letter 75” appeal hearing tied to alleged preparation for mass riots and an attempted power takeover; a former parliament speaker reiterated the judiciary’s independence. Social Policy: Kasymaliev outlined pension indexation from October 1 (average pension to 12,898 soms) and set readiness checks for schools before the new academic year. Border & Customs: Kyrgyzstan and China approved a draft agreement to manage Kyrgyz-Chinese border crossing points, with a committee and working groups; signing is expected during Xi Jinping’s visit. International Spotlight: EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said a major autumn sanctions expansion could add about one-third more Russian listings. Culture & Games: Fan zones for the World Nomad Games and SCO summit will open across Bishkek; at the opening, Russia’s Korni will perform and tickets are on sale. Crime & Security: GKNB detained border guards and tax officials at the Ak-Tilek checkpoint over an alleged smuggling facilitation scheme.