Oguzhan Engineering and Technology University of Turkmenistan announces the III Integrated Olympiad "Talented Descendants of Oguz Khan" for students in grades 9–12. The competition will cover logical thinking, mathematics, physics, chemistry, and biology and will be conducted in three stages at the district, regional, and national level.
The authorities of Tajikistan have announced plans to begin construction of the country's first subway in 2025.
The construction of the fiber optic communication line, which is set to begin in 2025, was announced in Kazakhstan.
An International University of Turkic States will be established in Tashkent, marking a significant step in the development of the region's educational infrastructure.
The customs post "Farap Avtoyollary" of the Lebap Region Customs was recognized as the "Best Customs Post" in 2024. This distinction was awarded for the high performance throughout the year, as well as the excellent condition of the customs post and the surrounding area.
On January 26th, the UN-designated International Day of Clean Energy, the global community celebrated advancements in the transition to clean energy for the benefit of people and the planet. Forecasts indicate that renewable energy sources will surpass fossil fuels as the world's largest source of electricity generation this year, with prices continuing to decline
President of Turkmenistan, Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, has signed a decree awarding a group of military personnel and law enforcement officers with medals, military and special ranks, and class ranks.
Kazakhstan is developing alternative transportation routes to Europe, through Turkmenistan, Iran, and Turkey. This was reported by the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Brazilian footballer Neymar has left the Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal. This was announced in a statement on the “Al-Hilal” club website.
On January 27th, the State Bank for Foreign Economic Affairs of Turkmenistan commemorates its 33rd anniversary. Over the years, the bank has emerged as a pivotal financial institution, fostering the development of the country's foreign economic relations and supporting entrepreneurial endeavors.
China Eastern Airlines, a leading Chinese aviation company, has officially inaugurated seven arrival and departure service centers at major Chinese airports. This initiative aims to provide high-quality services to airline passengers during the upcoming 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin, scheduled to commence on February 7, 2025, in the capital of China's northernmost province of Heilongjiang.
On January 25th, German engineer Rüdiger Koch lived for 120 days in a special capsule off the coast of Panama, thus becoming the new record holder for the longest stay underwater without surfacing. This was reported by the TV channel France 24.
The United States is preparing to release new dollar banknotes. This move is aimed at enhancing security features to combat counterfeiting as announced by the United States Bureau of Engraving and Printing.
The population of Uzbekistan has exceeded 37.5 million, increasing by 2% over the year. Last year, the birth rate decreased for the first time since 2017 by 3.7%. In 2024, the number of marriages concluded was also the lowest in the last 10 years.
The Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is one of the most significant and widely celebrated holidays globally.
