Mufti of Turkmenistan Addresses Meeting of Religious Leaders of Turkic States in Baku
The 7th meeting of the heads of Muslim religious administrations of the member states of the Organization of Turkic States was held today in Baku
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Central Asian Countries Join Efforts to Strengthen Regional Biosafety
Today, September 14, the regional conference “One Health – 2026” opened in Bishkek
Ashgabat Hosts WCO International Seminar on Customs Control Digitalization
An international seminar focused on the implementation of artificial intelligence, data integration, and the modernization of risk management systems was held at the World Customs Organization (WCO) Regional Training Centre in Ashgabat
Passenger ship sinks in the Java Sea: 119 rescued, 6 dead, 130 passengers still missing
Passenger ship Virgo Transport 8 went missing en route from Surabaya to Banjarmasin with 240 aboard. 119 rescued, 6 confirmed dead, and 130 still missing.
Iran-Gulf meeting in Oman postponed by mutual decision of the parties
The regional meeting between Iran and Gulf states in Salalah has been postponed. Oman and Iran confirm commitment to dialogue on maritime and regional safety.
Uganda's first commercial oilfield has reached mechanical completion
The Kingfisher oilfield project in Uganda by CNOOC and TotalEnergies completes key facilities, targeting a peak production of 40,000 barrels of crude daily.
Death toll from ferry fire off the Philippines rises to 76, 13 still missing
The death toll from the MV June Aster ferry fire off Palawan, Philippines has risen to 76. Philippine Coast Guard continues search and investigation.
Startup World Cup 2026 Global Competition Qualifying Round Will Be Held in Ashgabat
On September 19, Ashgabat will host a qualifying competition among Turkmenistan’s startups as part of Startup World Cup, an international program and one of the largest events in the global startup ecosystem
Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan Strengthen Trade Union Cooperation: Outcomes of the Meeting in Astana
On September 11, negotiations were held in Astana between the heads of the trade union organizations of Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan
Tourism startups in Uzbekistan will receive subsidies up to 1 billion soums
A Cabinet of Ministers resolution on state support for innovations in the tourism sector has entered into force in Uzbekistan
Turkmen Expo to Organize National Pavilion at Fast Textile 2026 in Poland
Turkmen textile manufacturers will participate in the international FAST TEXTILE 2026 exhibition, scheduled for November 17–19 at the Ptak Expo Łódź complex in Poland (Rzgów)
The Embassy of India in Ashgabat Invites Participation in the BRICS-2026 Short Video Contest
The Ministry of External Affairs of India, in collaboration with the MyGov platform, has announced the launch of an international short video (Reels) contest titled "BRICS-2026: India’s Global Moment"
Turkmen Musicians Perform with the Pan-Caucasian Orchestra at the Tsinandali Festival
Five representatives from Turkmenistan are performing at the 8th International Classical Music Festival in Tsinandali, Georgia, which is taking place from September 3 to 13
Turkmen Universities to Host International Conferences on AI and Smart Cities
In October 2026, higher education institutions in Turkmenistan will host a series of international scientific and practical conferences in a digital format, featuring the participation of foreign scholars and experts from relevant international organizations
Turkmenistan Drafting Law on State Protection of Akhal-Teke Horses
The Parliament of Turkmenistan is working on a package of new bills, including the Law "On the State Protection of Akhal-Teke Horses in Turkmenistan" and the Law "On State Registration of Real Estate Rights"
