In a quick interview for ORIENT, media expert Marat Sadykov answers questions about the capabilities of AI, modern digital tools, and the skills journalists need in the new technological reality
Last week at the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan (SCRMET) was unusual in terms of the composition of trading lots. A total of 16 transactions were registered at the auction, and the total value of foreign exchange contracts exceeded $3,297,000
A unique field workshop, "Dandanakan: Future Technologies for Preserving the Past," has launched at the Ancient Merv State Reserve. The project is being implemented as part of a large-scale state program for the preservation of historical and cultural heritage for 2022-2028
The national component of the major program "Strengthening Regional Disaster Risk Reduction in Central Asia" was launched in Ashgabat. The initiative, which will cover all five countries in the region, is funded by the Government of Japan (with approximately $4.9 million) and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
A meeting between Turkmenistan's Ambassador Batyr Rejepov and Rustam Bayaliyev, head of the Equestrian Federation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, took place at the Argymak Equestrian Complex in Astana. The parties agreed to develop a joint long-term partnership plan
On July 7–8, the Connect for Peace 2026 regional festival, the final event of the CARAVAN project, took place in Almaty. It brought together journalists, media professionals, researchers, civil society representatives, and partner organizations from Central Asian countries
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Syria's transitional People's Assembly holds its first session under Ahmad al-Sharaa. Insights on political representation, legitimacy, and challenges.
The South Korean government is developing a comprehensive plan to dramatically expand economic cooperation with five Central Asian countries. According to the South Korean economic publication ETNews, citing the country's Ministry of Finance and Economy, Seoul intends to diversify its supply chains and open new markets for Korean businesses
The global round of the 7th Copernicus International Olympiad in Mathematics was held in Singapore from June 22 to 27, 2026
OPEC revises oil demand forecast with a slowdown in 2026 and recovery in 2027. Insights on OPEC+ production, China's economy, and market risks.
Legendary British naturalist and broadcaster Sir David Attenborough has officially been named the oldest Emmy Award nominee in history. The 78th annual awards ceremony in Los Angeles announced the nominations, with the 100-year-old nominee vying for victory in two categories
In the lead-up to the historic Republic of Korea-Central Asia summit, scheduled for September 2026, a unique cultural event is being prepared in the Korean city of Gwangju. On July 16, a special concert, "Arirang Meets the Silk Road," will take place at the National Asian Cultural Center (ACC)
As scorching temperatures grip many parts of the world, Türkiye’s coastline offers visitors much more than a traditional beach vacation
