EU imposes duties on Chinese tyres: analysts warn of price hikes for consumers and automakers
The EU imposes anti-dumping duties on Chinese passenger car tyres, raising costs for motorists, automakers, and shifting global supply chain dynamics.
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UNICEF Is Helping Introduce Play-Based and Exploratory Learning in Turkmen Kindergartens
A workshop between UNICEF and the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan is taking place in Ashgabat. The goal is to make preschool education in the country truly vibrant and engaging for children
Representatives of PJSC Tatneft and the Republic of Tatarstan Held a Meeting at the Bilelik Hub in Ashgabat
A meeting was held at the Bilelik Hub creative center in Ashgabat with the participation of PJSC Tatneft CEO Nail Maganov and the Plenipotentiary Representative of the Republic of Tatarstan in Turkmenistan Ruslan Kabirov
A Turkmen Delegation in New York Is Studying Global Experience to Defend Its National Report to the UN
A delegation from Turkmenistan, led by Deputy Minister of Finance and Economy Perhat Yagshiyev, participated in the UN political forum in New York. The visit was part of preparations for the presentation of the country's third national report in 2027
Japanese scientists successfully test drug that could stimulate the growth of new teeth
Japanese researchers have made a major breakthrough that could transform modern dentistry. Scientists have successfully completed the first phase of clinical trials of a unique drug that may one day enable people to naturally regrow lost teeth
Trump replaces 20% Strait of Hormuz transit fee with investment deals with Gulf states
Donald Trump replaces the proposed 20% transit levy with Gulf investment pacts. The blockade on Iranian cargo holds as the US-Iran peace memorandum voids.
US launches fresh strikes on Iran, IRGC hits bases in Bahrain and Kuwait, blockade of Strait of Hormuz resumes
US strikes on Iranian provinces trigger IRGC retaliatory missile and drone attacks on American bases in Bahrain and Kuwait. The Strait of Hormuz blockade resumes.
Study: two heatwaves in May and June caused around 2,700 deaths in England and Wales
A study by Imperial College London reveals that two recent heatwaves caused 2,700 deaths in England and Wales, warning of rising risks from climate change.
Massive wildfire in France continues to devastate the Fontainebleau forest, forcing residents to evacuate
A destructive wildfire has burned over 2,000 hectares of the Fontainebleau forest south of Paris. 800 firefighters battle changing winds and extreme heat.
A Quick Interview with CARAVAN Media Expert: 7 Tips for Journalists in the Age of AI
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
A Regional Disaster Risk Reduction Project Is Being Launched in Ashgabat
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)
Ashgabat and Astana Will Develop a Cooperation Plan in Equestrian Sports
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
The CARAVAN Project's Legacy: 56 Million Views and Turkmenistan's Voice in the Media Dialogue
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
Iran and US exchange threats over Strait of Hormuz; Trump imposes 20% tariff on cargo
: Iran vows to defend the Strait of Hormuz by force as US President Donald Trump announces a blockade and an unprecedented 20% tariff on all cargo.
Zelensky announces cabinet reshuffle in Ukraine, Svyrydenko likely to become ambassador to US
: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announces a government overhaul. Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko is tipped to become the next US ambassador.
