SCO Culture & Dialogue: Bishkek hosted the 2026 SCO Dialogue of Civilizations with about 200 representatives stressing mutual learning and respect for cultural diversity. Road Safety in Bishkek: After a nine-year-old died in a bus crash, police met with Bishkek City Transport drivers to reinforce speed limits, driver responsibility, and safer driving culture. Film for the 25th SCO Anniversary: Cholpon-Ata will hold the International Film Festival of SCO countries from July 16–19, featuring competition films, retrospectives, and a business roundtable on co-productions. Music Education Upgrade: Kyrgyzstan’s Kureneev National Music College is nearing completion of a new eight-story campus in Bishkek, with classrooms, dorms, and a 300-seat concert hall planned for year-end. Intellectual Property Talks: Kyrgyz science and higher education officials met WIPO’s director general to expand cooperation on IP, tech transfer, and university innovation. Cultural Heritage Protection: A moratorium is planned on removing objects from the list of cultural monuments as the ministry drafts new rules to prevent further losses. Admission System Glitch: The “Applicant Online” admissions platform faced a technical failure due to an emergency power outage, and the first-round deadline will be extended. Open Cabinet for Music Schools: Over 100 music schools will receive major support, including instruments and new equipment, to boost youth creativity. International Mobility: Kyrgyz citizens are listed among countries whose nationals need a visa in advance for entry to the UAE.