Belarus Has Approved New Product Requirements for 2026
Belarus has approved a large-scale state standardization plan for 2026. The document includes more than 450 topics aimed at updating the rules for manufacturing goods and providing services
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World’s First Hybrid Boeing: Unique Aircraft Begins Flights to the Far North
Air Inuit has put into operation the world’s first Boeing 737-800NG in a combined configuration. The aircraft simultaneously transports both vital cargo and passengers on a single deck, making it ideally suited for the harsh conditions of the Arctic
China cuts interest rates on structural monetary policy tools by 0.25 percentage points
PBOC lowered structural policy rates by 0.25 percentage points to boost lending for green tech and science. 1-year loan rate decreased to 1.25% for 2026.
Belarusian Potato Dish Traditions May Be Included in the UNESCO List
Belarus has begun preparing a national dossier titled “Dishes Made from Grated Potatoes” for inclusion in UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage
China’s Forex transactions hit historic high in 2025
China's currency market reached a historic $42.6 trillion in 2025. Corporate hedging hit a record 30%, with a net capital inflow of $302.1 billion reported.
The White Gold of the Caspian and the Guvlyduz Production: Achievements of Turkmen Salt Miners
The Guvlyduz enterprise, Turkmenistan's oldest and largest salt production facility, is located on the Caspian Sea coast in the village of Guvlymayak. The 2025 results are impressive: production exceeded 97,000 tons, representing 102.2% of the planned output
Robots are faster, AI is smarter, cloud giants are more powerful: what technology holds in 2026
At CES 2026, NVIDIA unveiled the Rubin platform, which is set to revolutionize artificial intelligence infrastructure and open up new opportunities for cloud systems and robotics
A New Era of Space Exploration: Starship V3 Prepares to Leap Toward Mars with Robots Onboard
While the world remains focused on events on Earth, inside SpaceX hangars the assembly of a system destined to change human history is nearing completion. Company Vice President Kiko Donchev has officially confirmed that the first launch of the Starship V3 orbital system is scheduled for January 2026
Turkmen textiles in Frankfurt set the stage for Ashgabat expo
Turkmenistan showcases high-tech digital printing at Heimtextil 2026 in Frankfurt. Discover the roadmap from the German success to the upcoming TurkmenTextile Expo in Ashgabat.
Akhal-Teke Horses on the Banks of the Danube – Turkmenistan Unveils Its Motto of the Year in Vienna
A major Turkic cultural marathon has kicked off at the UN Vienna Office. The first chord of 2026 was the exhibition "Independent Neutral Turkmenistan – Homeland of the Purposeful Winged Steeds," organized by the country's embassy in Austria as part of the Organization of Turkic States' Culture Week
The United States Suspends the Issuance of Immigrant Visas to Citizens of a Number of Countries
Starting from January 21, 2026, the U.S. Department of State will suspend the issuance of immigrant visas to citizens of a number of countries which, according to the U.S. side, pose an increased risk of reliance on government social benefits
Ashgabat Volunteers Confirm High Level of Professional Preparation for Match Against Al-Nassr
On February 11, a landmark sporting event will take place in Ashgabat — the Round of 16 match of the AFC Champions League 2
World’s first 20-MW offshore wind turbine installed in waters near Fujian
China has installed the world’s first 20MW offshore wind turbine off Fujian’s coast. It will generate over 80 million kWh of electricity annually.
Japan launches the world’s first deep-sea mission to extract rare minerals
Japan has begun a unique experiment to extract rare earth elements from the ocean floor. The scientific drilling vessel Chikyu has headed toward Minamitori Atoll in the Pacific Ocean to recover valuable mineral-rich sediment from an extreme depth of about six kilometers — a first in human history
Shield and Brotherhood Guarding Peace in Central Asia
A gala reception dedicated to the 34th anniversary of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Uzbekistan was held at the Yyldyz Hotel in Ashgabat. The event brought together diplomats, military experts, and journalists, providing an important platform for discussing the future of regional security
