Turkmenistan Wins 24 Medals at the International Kids Expo Chess Cup 2026
On August 20, the international junior rapid and blitz tournament Kids Expo Chess Cup 2026 concluded in Ashgabat
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Turkmenistan and PETRONAS Expand Student Programmes
On August 21, a meeting was held in Ashgabat between Turkmenistan’s Minister of Education Jumamyrat Gurbangeldiyev, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Malaysia to Turkmenistan Mohd Suhaimi bin Ahmad Tajuddin, and the management of Petronas Çarigali (Turkmenistan)
India’s Clean Energy Surpasses Fossil Fuels for the First Time
India has reached a major turning point in its energy sector: for the first time in history, the total installed capacity of renewable energy sources has surpassed that of conventional power plants running on coal, gas and oil
Leaders of seven European countries condemn Israel's decision to build the E1 settlement in the West Bank
Leaders of seven countries urge Israel to halt controversial E1 settlement plans in the West Bank, warning it undermines the two-state solution.
Araghchi comments on new US sanctions
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi states that the US threat of a crushing economic operation against Iran is doomed to fail like past sanctions.
Second China-Indonesia '2+2' ministerial meeting held in Jakarta
Chinese and Indonesian foreign and defense ministers met in the 2+2 mechanism to boost defense cooperation, security, and Global South solidarity.
Dance of a Young Turkmen Artist Enriches International Children’s Cultural Forum in Moscow
On August 20, the gala concert “Friendship” was held in Moscow, becoming the central event of the 5th International Children’s Cultural Forum
Turkmenistan Expands Local Efforts to Prevent Child and Forced Labour
A three-month information campaign by the International Labour Organization (ILO) on preventing child and forced labour ahead of the cotton-picking season has concluded in Turkmenistan
President Lee Jae-myung receives Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Seoul
ROK President Lee Jae-myung received Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Seoul to strengthen bilateral trade, regional security, and strategic partnership.
Russia launches new investment cycle — Putin outlines economic priorities
Russian President Vladimir Putin names a new investment cycle in manufacturing and housing as a top priority for economic sovereignty and domestic growth.
US national debt surpasses $40 trillion
US Treasury data reveals national debt has topped $40 trillion, driven by budget deficits and rising interest payments that outpace defense spending.
US secretly creates shipping corridor in Strait of Hormuz to ensure uninterrupted oil flow, media reports
The US military secures a safe shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz to ensure daily passage of millions of oil barrels amid regional conflict.
New Arctic container route from Guangzhou's Nansha Port links China to Europe
A weekly container service via the Northern Sea Route launches from Nansha Port, cutting travel time between Southern China and Europe by 14 days.
Turkmen Chess Player Lala Shohradova Becomes Asian Rapid Chess Champion in India
The Asian Junior Chess Championship for players under 20 is being held in Mumbai, India, from August 16 to 26, bringing together 157 athletes from 10 countries. Turkmen chess player Lala Shohradova won the gold medal in the rapid chess tournament, finishing ahead of 60 of the continent’s strongest competitors
The Planet of Childhood "Kids Expo" Welcomes Guests – What's in Store for Visitors to the Large-Scale Fair
The Expo Center of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan has recently transformed into a festival of children's discoveries and family entertainment
