# World Nomad Games and SCO Summit in Kyrgyzstan > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/world-nomad-games-in-kyrgyzstan > Updated: 2026-09-09T16:17:38.000Z. Sources: 68. Developments: 8. The sixth edition of the World Nomad Games has concluded in Kyrgyzstan, having moved from its opening ceremonies in Bishkek to the Issyk-Kul region. The biennial event brought together thousands of athletes and artists representing approximately 90 to 109 countries to showcase traditional Central Asian disciplines, such as horseback archery, wrestling, eagle hunting, and ‘kok-boru’. Integrated into the games was the ‘Kochmondor Sanaty’ International Festival of Traditional Music. This four-day festival hosted artists from 38 countries, focusing on storytelling and vocal-instrumental performances. Kyrgyzstan’s Minister of Culture, Mirbek Mambetaliev, noted that the festival serves to “strengthen cultural ties and preserve the spiritual heritage of nomadic peoples.” Recognized by UNESCO as a practice for safeguarding intangible cultural heritage, the games aimed to revitalize ancient traditions. The event combined athletic competition with a broader cultural experience involving traditional crafts, music, and cuisine. To demonstrate regional customs and hospitality, an ethno-village featuring approximately 500 traditional Kyrgyz yurts was established at the Kyrchyn Gorge. As the competition concluded with a grand closing ceremony in Cholpon-Ata, final statistics confirmed approximately 3,000 athletes from 109 countries competed in 42 traditional sporting disciplines. Kyrgyzstan finished at the top of the official medal standings with 72 medals (30 gold, 29 silver, and 13 bronze). Kazakhstan secured second place with 64 medals, and Russia took third with 34 medals. Beyond standard athletics, the games featured unique disciplines such as ‘ordo’, a military strategy game played with sheep or goat bones, and various forms of ‘kurash’ martial arts. Equestrian skills were central to events like ‘er enish’, a mix of Greco-Roman wrestling and riding, ‘tyiyn enmei’, and ‘salburun’, a hunting game utilizing falcons, taigan dogs, and archery. During the closing ceremony, Kyrgyzstan officially handed over the hosting rights for the next games to the Republic of Tatarstan, Russia. ## Claims - The 6th World Nomad Games feature 2,355 athletes, coaches, and delegation members from 106 countries. (disputed by 11 sources) - The games feature 4,000 athletes from over 90 countries participating in 42 different sports disciplines. (disputed by 4 sources) - The games celebrate Central Asian nomadic heritage. (corroborated by 15 sources) - The opening ceremony took place at the Bishkek Arena Stadium. (corroborated by 12 sources) - The 6th World Nomad Games began in Kyrgyzstan with a large opening ceremony. (corroborated by 11 sources) - President Sadyr Japarov stated that the games demonstrate Kyrgyzstan is a modern country moving toward the future. (corroborated by 8 sources) - The games are scheduled to conclude on September 6. (corroborated by 8 sources) - The event includes cultural activities and traditional performances. (corroborated by 8 sources) - The event coincides with the 25th anniversary summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. (corroborated by 7 sources) - The 6th World Nomad Games are being held in Kyrgyzstan from August 31 to September 6. (corroborated by 6 sources) - Bilateral trade between India and Uzbekistan reached $1.3 billion in 2025, a 33% increase. (corroborated by 3 sources) - India and Uzbekistan aim to increase annual bilateral trade to $5 billion by 2030. (corroborated by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-09: World Nomad Games conclude in Kyrgyzstan The VI World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan concluded, showcasing traditional Central Asian cultural-sporting disciplines like kurash wrestling and various equestrian-based competitions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/world-nomad-games-conclude-in-kyrgyzstan ### 2026-09-09: American cowboys compete in Kyrgyzstan's Kok-Boru sport American cowboys from Utah are traveling to Kyrgyzstan to compete in the World Nomad Games, participating in the intense traditional equestrian sport of Kok-Boru. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/american-cowboys-compete-in-kyrgyzstans-kok-boru-sport ### 2026-09-06: Kyrgyzstan hosts conclusion of 6th World Nomad Games The 6th World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan concluded with host nation Kyrgyzstan taking first place in the medal standings among 109 participating countries. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kyrgyzstan-hosts-conclusion-of-6th-world-nomad-games ### 2026-09-06: Haiti represented at World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan Haitian nationals Fahens Jean-Baptiste and Horson Beaucicot are representing Haiti in the intellectual games category at the VI World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/haiti-represented-at-world-nomad-games-in-kyrgyzstan ### 2026-09-04: Iran wins 15 medals at World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan Iran earned 15 medals, including 4 golds, at the sixth World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan, marking a significant improvement in gold medal performance over the previous edition. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-wins-15-medals-at-world-nomad-games-in-kyrgyzstan ### 2026-09-04: Kyrgyzstan hosts 6th World Nomad Games for thousands of athletes The 6th World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan concluded, featuring thousands of athletes from over 90 countries competing in traditional sports like Kok-boru and horseback archery alongside international music and 문화 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/world-nomad-games-showcase-traditional-sports-in-kyrgyzstan ### 2026-08-31: World Nomad Games begin in Kyrgyzstan with large opening ceremony The 6th World Nomad Games have launched in Kyrgyzstan, featuring over 3,000 athletes from 104 countries celebrating nomadic heritage through sports and culture in Bishkek and Issyk-Kul. 52 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/world-nomad-games-2026-begin-in-kyrgyzstan ### 2026-08-26: Naga Wrestling team travels to Kyrgyzstan for World Nomad Games The Naga Wrestling team has traveled to Kyrgyzstan to participate in the 6th World Nomad Games as a demonstration sport, showcasing traditional styles and belt wrestling. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/naga-wrestling-team-travels-to-kyrgyzstan-for-world-nomad-games --- Cite as: World Nomad Games and SCO Summit in Kyrgyzstan. 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