US-Kyrgyz Diplomacy: Trump has nominated Stephen Gillen as the next U.S. ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, with his candidacy now in the Senate process. Education Funding: President Sadyr Japarov signed a decree allocating 8.5 billion soms for textbooks and educational materials, with a 2027–2030 state program to follow. Public Safety & Justice: Kyrgyzstan presented criminal justice reforms at a UN crime prevention forum, highlighting probation, digital tools, and alternative sentencing. AI Governance: Kyrgyzstan launched public discussion of draft AI ethics rules that would hold developers and users accountable and require labeling AI-made content. Security: GKNB and customs at Osh’s “Bimi Osh Service” uncovered a cache of firearms and ammunition in a prepared storage room; investigators are tracing who organized it. Local Governance: Bishkek mayor’s office confirmed fines on the mayor’s official car were paid after they surfaced online. Health System: Officials reported over 52,000 people registered with psychiatric care in 2026, citing a shortage of psychiatrists and plans to expand services. Economy & Connectivity: A new trade and economic zone project is planned to create about 10,000 jobs, aiming to boost Kyrgyzstan’s transit and investment appeal.