122 social buildings are planned to be built by the end of 2021, including 66 schools, 14 gyms, 17 kindergartens, 11 health and cultural facilities, for a total investment of US$15 million

Winter approaching brings warnings of potential electricity shortfalls due to low water levels in Kyrgyzstan hydro-reservoirs; emergency measures include electricity conservation and shutting down all cryptocurrency mining farms to relieve grid pressure

Temporary regulation of meat prices has been extended until 31 December to prevent further increase or speculation and stabilize the market of beef and mutton, excluding boneless cuts, ensuring affordability across the population

The most decorated sumo wrestler in history, Hakuho Sho (Mönkhbatyn Davaajargal), has been named Ambassador of the 6th World Nomad Games, which will be held in Kyrgyzstan in autumn of 2026

AI-integrated surveillance cameras have been introduced in test mode; capable of facial recognition and of detecting emergencies, can alert staff at 'situation centers' if they spot fire, frostbite or crowd gatherings