China's shipbuilding industry retains top spot globally for 16 consecutive years
China dominates 56.1% of the global shipbuilding market in 2025. With record orders and 53.69M DWT completed, the sector shifts to green & smart technologies.
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Turkmenistan and Afghanistan Government Delegations Meet in Herat on TAPI and TAP
On Sunday, a meeting of the government delegations of Turkmenistan and Afghanistan took place in Herat. Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov and Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar conducted a detailed review of the progress of key transregional projects—TAPI, TAP, and railway infrastructure, Ariana News reports
A New President of the Olympic Council of Asia Was Elected in Tashkent
Among the priority areas, he highlighted strengthening solidarity and the development of sport in Asia, supporting sporting achievements, promoting the principles of good governance, responsibly implementing innovations, and ensuring the sustainability, inclusiveness, and transparency of OCA events and programs
Iran exported $495 million worth of non-oil products to Turkmenistan
According to Trend, citing statistics from the Iranian Customs Administration, during the indicated nine-month period the volume of Iran’s non-oil exports to Turkmenistan amounted to about $495 million and 1.18 million tons
Rashid Meredov and Marco Rubio Held a Telephone Conversation.
Turkmen Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov held a telephone conversation with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Envoy Sergio Gore
Turkmenistan and Pakistan Are Planning Joint Steps in Vocational Education
Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Pakistan, Atajan Movlamov, met with Gulmina Bilal Ahmad, Chairperson of the National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC). The main topic of the dialogue was the integration of educational systems for the development of qualified specialists
Khiva Held a Meeting of the Turkmen-Uzbek Intergovernmental Commission on Water Management Issues
The fifth meeting of the Joint Turkmen-Uzbek Intergovernmental Commission on Water Management Issues was held in Khiva. The meeting confirmed that the management of shared water resources remains a key factor in regional security and food stability for Ashgabat and Tashkent
China, UK sign multiple agreements in Beijing to strengthen ties, encourage dialogue
PM Keir Starmer and Li Qiang launch a high-level climate partnership, resume security talks, and discuss visa-free travel for UK citizens.
British PM encourages economic, cultural cooperation at UK-China Business Forum
PM Keir Starmer secures $14B AstraZeneca investment and Chery's UK HQ deal in Beijing. UK and China sign 12 agreements to boost green energy and pharma ties.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrives in Shanghai
Keir Starmer visits Shanghai with 50 UK firms. Outcomes include 12 new agreements, reduced whisky tariffs, and climate change cooperation deals.
Turkmen Students Won Five Medals at an International Olympiad in Bukhara
From January 24 to 29, a prestigious international Olympiad in mathematics and chemistry among university students was held in the city of Bukhara, Republic of Uzbekistan
Google Turns Chrome into an AI Assistant: 4 Major Changes in 2026
In January 2026, Google introduced a large-scale update to the Chrome browser that radically changes the way people browse the web
The Introduction of 5G Technology Is Planned in Ashgabat and the Avaza National Touristic Zone
At the same time, it is planned to provide velayat and etrap centers and cities with 4G+ standard connectivity and to expand the coverage area of 4G networks
Turkmenistan and Qatar are developing cooperation in the equestrian industry
During a working visit by the Rector and a delegation from the Academy to the State of Qatar from January 29 to 31 at the invitation of the country’s Equestrian Federation, a solemn ceremony was held for the signing of the "Memorandum of Understanding between the Aba Annayev International Academy of Horse Breeding and the Qatar Equestrian Federation"
Lecturers from Higher Education Institutions of Turkmenistan Study Advanced Practices in Cambridge
These days, representatives of Magtymguly Turkmen State University, the International University for the Humanities and Development, the Dowletmammet Azady Turkmen National Institute of World Languages, and the Seyitnazar Seydi Turkmen State Pedagogical Institute are taking part in a study visit to the city of Cambridge in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
