Russia to send first diesel shipment to US following supply agreement
Russian Deputy PM Alexander Novak confirmed the departure of the first diesel tanker to the US under a new supply deal and commented on Nord Stream repairs.
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Moscow and Beijing to deepen cooperation in trade, energy and AI
Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Russian PM Mikhail Mishustin co-chaired the 31st regular meeting, signing cooperation pacts on trade, aerospace, and AI.
Turkmen Weightlifters to Compete for 2028 Olympic Spots at World Championships in China
The Turkmenistan national weightlifting team is heading to China to participate in the World Championships, which will take place from October 27 to November 8 in the city of Ningbo
A New "Blue Zone": Why 13.8% of Women in the Italian Town of Bolotana Reach the Age of 100
Scientists have identified a potential "blue zone"—a region with an exceptionally high concentration of centenarians—in the mountain village of Bolotana on the island of Sardinia
In Paris, China and Europe discuss investment in EVs and clean energy
Chinese and European financial leaders met in Paris to discuss cooperation in electric vehicles, clean energy, and digital finance at the 2026 forum.
Hafiz Shirazi Poetry Day Marked at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan
On October 20, a literary and cultural event dedicated to the poetry of the prominent classical Persian poet Hafiz Shirazi was held at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan
UN: current measures insufficient to meet Paris Agreement climate goals
The UNEP 2026 report shows renewable energy growth and emissions cuts in many nations, but current global climate policies still fail Paris Agreement targets.
Delegation from Turkmenistan’s Education Sector Studies Inclusive Education Practices in Portugal
From October 18 to 24, a delegation from Turkmenistan’s education sector is on a study visit to Lisbon, Portugal
IOGU Extends Cooperation with Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS
The Yagshygeldi Kakayev International Oil and Gas University (IOGU), PETRONAS Carigali (Turkmenistan) Sdn Bhd, and Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS in Malaysia have extended their partnership for another five years by signing a new Memorandum of Understanding
Learning Through Play: UNICEF and the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan Introduce New Standards in Kindergartens
From October 12 to 16, practical training sessions and consultations were held in Ashgabat and Mary, aimed at developing child-centered preschool education
International Forum "Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan – 2026" Underway in Ashgabat
The international exhibition "Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan – 2026" has opened at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan. This large-scale event—organized by the state concerns "Turkmengaz" (Turkmen Gas) and "Turkmennebit" (Turkmen Oil) in collaboration with the country’s Chamber of Commerce and Industry—has brought together over 1,700 delegates from 75 countries, representing more than 130 leading global energy companies, relevant government ministries, and financial institutions
President of Turkmenistan Inaugurates New Military Unit Complex
On October 21, the President of Turkmenistan and Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Army General Serdar Berdimuhamedov, attended the grand opening of a new complex of buildings and facilities for a military unit. Begench Gundogdyev, Secretary of the State Security Council and Minister of Defense, reported to the Head of State that the new complex was ready for operation
Book by the President of Turkmenistan on Neutrality Presented in Azerbaijani
A formal presentation of the book by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, titled "Neutrality of Turkmenistan: A Bright Path of Peace and Trust"—published in the Azerbaijani language—was held at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan
Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, and Uzbekistan Expand Humanitarian and Environmental Dialogue
A grand opening ceremony for the international art exhibition "Mother Nature" was held in the capital of Turkmenistan. The event was attended by Oguljahan Atabayeva, Vice President for Medical Affairs at the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Care; Leyla Aliyeva, Vice President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation of Azerbaijan; and Saida Mirziyoyeva, Head of the Office of the President of Uzbekistan. The event underscored Ashgabat’s growing role as a prominent hub for international humanitarian and environmental initiatives
Turkmenistan and Qatar Step Up Economic Partnership and Preparations for High-Level Meetings
A round of political consultations between the foreign ministries of Turkmenistan and the State of Qatar took place in Ashgabat. The talks were held between the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Ahmet Gurbanov, and the Qatari Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Sultan bin Saad Al-Muraikhi
