Issyk-Kul Forum Diplomacy: Kyrgyzstan’s anniversary Issyk-Kul Forum (June 18–21) is underway on “Peace at a Civilizational Turning Point,” with Askar Akayev attending and calling for more time for President Sadyr Japarov; participants adopted a ten-point resolution urging peace talks, humanism, environmental protection, and a permanent forum format. Presidential Policy Moves: Japarov signed decrees updating citizenship procedures via automated systems, adding a moratorium on business inspections, and setting conditions to attract renewable energy investment; the Cabinet also adjusted pension and burial assistance rules. Security Debate: Security Council Secretary Marat Imankulov argued that terrorist groups are used as tools in hybrid wars and said a “world without terrorism” is unlikely soon. Regional Cooperation: Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan met in Bishkek on water and energy coordination for the heating and growing seasons, signing a protocol; Supreme Court leaders also pushed judicial cooperation with Turkic states, including digital justice. Governance & Services: Bishkek announced phased road reconstruction on the Vasilievsky Tract (Fuchik St–Manas Airport) without full closure, while the city continues other infrastructure works. Economy & Finance: Kyrgyzstan seeks membership in ICIEC to insure investment and boost exports; OPEC Fund talks in Baku focused on financing priority projects like energy and irrigation. Culture & International Events: Kyrgyzstan is represented at Shanghai’s film festival with “Ereze,” and Bishkek will host an international team chess tournament starting June 22. Public Order: Police detained a Tokmok fraud suspect after scammers posed as telecom and GKNB staff, stealing 500,000 soms and jewelry.