Aviation Disruptions: Emirates and flydubai reported delays and cancellations affecting Gulf routes, including a delayed flight from Dubai to Ashgabat (FZ739), while several Sharjah-to-Kuwait and Sharjah-to-Bahrain services were cancelled—passengers are urged to check airline updates before travel. Healthcare Upgrade in Ashgabat: President Serdar Berdimuhamedov inspected the near-complete new Dental Centre, highlighting AI-powered 3D scanning and a high-tech implantology setup designed to speed diagnostics and improve precision. Oncology Milestone: Turkmenistan’s new international scientific and clinical oncology centre in Ashgabat is nearing completion, with an opening planned this year and services aligned to top international standards. Culture on Film: Turkmenfilm is producing a 30-minute feature on national theatre history and today’s achievements, with filming across major venues nationwide. Diplomacy: Japan’s Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi will visit Turkmenistan and three other countries from Aug. 29 to Sept. 4 to discuss economic and technical cooperation. Regional Spotlight: The SCO summit in Bishkek next week will bring together leaders including Putin, Xi, Modi, and Pezeshkian, as US pressure on Iran and regional security and trade links are expected to top the agenda.