Water Diplomacy: A three-day seminar in Dushanbe wrapped up on “Promoting Cooperation over Shared Waters,” bringing together OSCE, UN University and regional partners, with a strong focus on women’s participation in transboundary water talks. Women in Politics: In the same Dushanbe track, Central Asian women parliamentarians discussed how to advance the water agenda and climate resilience using legislation and cross-border parliamentary diplomacy. Eid in Kyrgyzstan: Kurban Eid drew tens of thousands to Bishkek’s Old Square and Osh, with major policing efforts; the city also moved on scooter speed limits and parking rules, while parliament weighs tougher fines for under-18 scooter rentals. Education Reform: Kyrgyzstan’s education ministry is floating a shift toward a 6+3+3 school structure as part of the 12-year system, with primary longer, basic shorter, and secondary adjusted. Religion & Rights: The Human Rights Association urged Kyrgyz authorities to release imprisoned Seventh-day Adventist pastor Pavel Shreider, alleging torture and permanent harm. Culture & Learning: Kyrgyz students placed second at Astana’s “Anticounterfeit-M” forum, and a Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University forum in early June will spotlight intercultural dialogue and bilingual education. Sports Spotlight: Kyrgyzstan is gearing up for the 6th World Nomad Games, with about 3,000 athletes expected across 43 sports.