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Holiday rules for workers: Kyrgyzstan’s Ministry of Labor says Aug 31 (Independence Day) is a non-working holiday nationwide, with work allowed only by written consent (and trade union consent) except for continuous production, public services, and urgent repairs/loading; holiday work must be compensated (another day off, added leave, or at least double pay). Bishkek day off: Sept 1, 2026 will be a day off for budget employees in Bishkek with average daily earnings preserved; for private firms it’s advisory. Tourism safety on Issyk-Kul: In Cholpon-Ata, officials discussed safe water transport during the tourist season, including dock safety, small-vessel rentals, and joint raids until season end. Animal welfare check: In Balakchy, police reviewed complaints after a video of a tortured pony at Green City; the owner was told to provide rest and proper nutrition. City travel alerts: Temporary traffic restrictions are planned on roads in Bishkek, Chui and Issyk-Kul from Aug 29 to Sept 6, and Manas Airport will run a special mode on Aug 31 and Sept 1 for SCO and World Nomad Games. Nomad Games buzz: Bishkek will open fan zones (Ala-Too Square plus district venues) with LED screens for live viewing of the WNG 2026 opening and SCO summit events. Weather: A storm warning is in effect for Bishkek and Chui, with thunderstorms and strong winds expected. Visitor trends: Tour operators report a 2.2% drop in Russian tourist trips to Kyrgyzstan in H1 2026 (and a 4.6% drop from Kazakhstan).

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Jul. 27, 2026

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