Climate Policy: President Japarov signed Kyrgyzstan’s Law on Climate Activity, Central Asia’s first framework statute on climate policy, setting a unified base for emissions cuts, adaptation, climate finance, carbon neutrality tools, and training—effective Jan 1, 2027. Public Health & Education: The Health Ministry conducted the first state accreditation of medical colleges in Kyrgyzstan, granting six-year accreditation to several schools and one-year status to others. Culture & Arts: The Culture Minister met GITIS rector to discuss reviving a Kyrgyz national theater course, aiming to strengthen local performing arts education. Women’s Lifestyle & Rights: A new interview spotlights Ainura Saginbaeva, a dermatologist and founder of Kyrgyzstan’s first dermatocosmetics brand, on changing how women talk about beauty and health. City Life: Bishkek’s environmental council discussed the lack of air conditioning in some buses; officials say new and electric buses will be factory-equipped, while older models need a practical retrofit plan. Travel & Community: Kyrgyzstan’s tourism keeps climbing—2025 saw over $1B in tourist services exports and a big summer surge, with growth beyond Issyk-Kul. Diaspora: Kyrgyzstan’s consulate in Chicago says tens of thousands of citizens live in its district, with thousands registered and passport services among the most requested.