World Nomad Games build-up: Kyrgyzstan is ramping up for the VI World Nomad Games, with snow-leopard photo spots installed at all airports and a 10,000-seat arena unveiled ahead of the Aug. 31 opening in Bishkek, while Issyk-Kul hosts the main competitions and a Sept. 3 international scientific conference on nomadic civilizations. Culture & tourism infrastructure: Reconstruction of the historical complex “Manas Ordo” in Talas is 85% complete, with the museum and new cultural facilities planned to open by Independence Day. Education access: The Ministry of Science announced the 6th university and secondary vocational admissions round (Aug. 17–22), with strict registration and confirmation deadlines. Psychology regulation: A bill is being prepared to set unified rules for psychologists after parents complained about unqualified online “counselors.” Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan land swap: A joint Kyrgyz-Uzbek commission in Batken reviewed practical steps for the land exchange, including citizenship, resettlement, property rights, and education continuity. Kyrgyzstan–China border management: Kyrgyz and Chinese customs discussed a draft agreement to improve coordination at Kyrgyz-Chinese checkpoints. Lifestyle & work: Average salaries in Kyrgyzstan rose to 53,759 soms (Jan–Jun 2026), with biggest jumps in arts, healthcare, and education. EU rights spotlight: The EU reports worsening human rights conditions in Kyrgyzstan, pointing to tighter media rules and prosecutions of media workers.