Kassymaliyev inspects Issyk-Kul facilities for World Nomad Games 2026

Quick summary

Prime Minister Kasymaliev inspected facilities on Lake Issyk-Kul designated for the World Nomad Games 2026 and demanded that all work be completed within established deadlines. Centers in Ornok and Cholpon-Ata were checked, as well as infrastructure under construction on the Kyrchyn pasture.

Why it matters

The Issyk-Kul region is preparing for a significant international event — the World Nomad Games 2026. The prime minister's inspection demonstrates the prioritisation of the project and possible completion timelines for infrastructure facilities.

Key takeaways

• ›Sixteen sculptural compositions have been installed at the Kurmanjon Datka Center of Nomadic Civilization in Ornok under the "Legend of the Great Mountains" project, with seven more at the museum entrance.
• ›Five facilities were inspected in Cholpon-Ata: the Gazprom fitness and wellness complex, the Centre for Ethno-Cultural Development, the equestrian sports and pedigree livestock industry centre, an under-construction equestrian arena, and the Nomad ethno-cultural complex.
• ›Construction of an ethno-town and infrastructure preparation for the World Nomad Games 2026 are underway at Kyrchyn pasture.
• ›Kassymaliyev instructed state bodies and local authorities to complete all preparatory work within established deadlines.