New Road to Manas Airport: Kyrgyz authorities inspected the planned alternative route to Bishkek’s Manas Airport, expected to run along Mahatma Gandhi Street and through the Bishkek Free Economic Zone, aiming to ease pressure on the current road network and boost logistics. North–South Highway Update: The longest tunnel in Kyrgyzstan—the Kok-Art Tunnel (over 3.8 km)—is now ready for seasonal traffic, with the 433 km highway open 6:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m., axle loads capped at 11.5 tons, and tolls from 100 to 5,000 soms. Weather & Safety Alert: The Transport ministry warned of heavy rainfall from June 2–6, with possible mudflows and rising river levels, urging travelers to avoid risky mountain and riverbed areas. Issyk-Kul Environment Checks: Inspections intensified on wastewater treatment systems in the Issyk-Kul region, with tourism operators told to modernize infrastructure to prevent untreated discharge into the lake. Bishkek Transport Changes: Dedicated bus lanes are set to continue on key streets, with plans to study whether taxis can use them too. Cross-Border Travel Rules: Russia’s new entry requirements for visa-free CIS travelers (including Kyrgyz citizens) start July 1, including RulD app registration and a QR code for border control. Tourism Boost Event: Lake Issyk-Kul will host the UIM F1H2O Grand Prix from July 31–Aug 2, expected to draw up to 10,000 foreign tourists.