Kyrgyzstan’s Energy & Infrastructure: The Kyrgyz Ministry of Energy said Bishkek’s temporary blackout was triggered by damage to the “Parkovaya–Ala-Archa” 110 kV trunk line caused by a HOWO truck, with safety violations at the construction site blamed for the accident. Language & Education Policy: Education Minister Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva responded to public criticism over Kyrgyz-language standards, warning that poor reading and comprehension could threaten the language’s future and pointing to bilingual programs as a fix. Climate & Agriculture: FAO-backed reforestation in Kyrgyzstan planted over 400,000 forest and fruit seedlings across 500+ hectares to cut emissions and boost ecosystem resilience. Trade & EU Access: Three Kyrgyz honey producers were added to the EU’s TRACES system, clearing the way for exports by aligning veterinary controls with EU rules. Industrial Push: At the SCO-linked Ala-Too Trade & Industry Expo in Bishkek, Kyrgyz firm “ABM Auto” showcased an all-terrain crawler vehicle for mountain operations, while local industry coverage stressed the value of domestic materials for infrastructure reliability. Regional Diplomacy (SCO context): Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi continued mediation efforts, carrying messages from Pakistan’s top leadership to Iran’s Supreme Leader as he met Iranian officials after SCO talks in Bishkek. International Spotlight: Armenia’s PM said a referendum on EU accession would be held only when concrete details emerge, as Yerevan weighs EU and EAEU ties amid rising external pressure.