Voice of the Ancestors: The Turkmen “Uran” as a symbol of National Honor
Among the many traditions preserved in Turkmen history, one of the least known today is the uran
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Iran and Oman close to agreement on new route through Strait of Hormuz
Iran and Oman agree on safe transit routes through the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions and military strikes involving the US.
Istanbul will become the main arena for world-class sporting events in 2026
Sports tourism continues its rapid rise worldwide, with more travellers choosing destinations based on the sporting events and active experiences they offer. Adding to this exceptional sporting calendar, İstanbul will host the 38th Bosphorus Cross-Continental Swimming Race on 23 August
Afghanistan on the brink of famine: 14 million people face acute food shortages — UN WFP.
UN World Food Programme warns that 14 million people in Afghanistan face acute hunger, with child malnutrition reaching record critical levels.
Thousands of migrants in Ceuta left without food or hope
Over 72,000 migrants cross into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, facing harsh realities, lack of shelter, and a severe humanitarian crisis.
The Launch of a Direct Flight and Tourism Contacts Were the Topics of the Meeting Between the Ambassador of Turkmenistan and the Head of JATA
Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Japan, Atadurdy Bayramov, met with newly elected Chairman of the Japan Association of Travel Agents, Yuji Hara. The diplomat congratulated the head of Japan's largest tourism organization on his appointment and discussed steps to expand travel between the two countries
The Indian Embassy in Ashgabat Is Seeking a Yoga Specialist
The Indian Embassy in Turkmenistan is announcing a competition for the position of a local yoga specialist. The successful candidate will conduct regular classes at the diplomatic mission and at the Bagtyýarlyk Sports Complex
Swiss Vice-President and OSCE Chairman-in-Office Holds Talks in Turkmenistan
On August 5, Ignazio Cassis, Vice-President of the Swiss Confederation, Head of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs, and Chairman-in-Office of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, made an official visit to Turkmenistan. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the distinguished guest at the Avaza National Tourist Zone. He also held talks with Turkmen Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov and visited the OSCE Centre in Ashgabat
Together Towards a Green and Low-Carbon Future | Article by the Chinese Ambassador to Turkmenistan
From August 17 to 28, 2026, the 17th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD COP17) will be held in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. This is an important meeting of the international community dedicated to addressing the challenges of desertification and a significant step towards a joint response to climate change, implementing the concept of green development, and promoting the development of a low-carbon economy
Italian town appoints AI councillor
A small Italian town of Acqui Terme appoints AI generated councillor Eva Statella, sparking debate on the future of artificial intelligence in politics.
Uzbekistan Joins ICCA, Paving the Way to Host Global Forums and Congresses
Uzbekistan officially joined the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA)
UK Opens Applications for the Chevening Scholarship Programme
The British Embassy in Ashgabat has announced the start of accepting applications for the Chevening Scholarship Programme
UN: cities must be rebuilt with climate and housing in mind
UN-Habitat calls for sustainable urban densification to combat climate change, reduce global emissions, and eliminate extreme heat inequalities in cities.
The St. Petersburg International Gas Forum Has Been Postponed Until 2027
The 15th St. Petersburg International Gas Forum has been postponed from October 2026 to 2027 due to a busy schedule of international summits. Gazprom PJSC announced this
A "Kingdom of Wells" in the Heart of the Desert: The Secrets of the Ancient Davleti-Chok Complex
The secrets of the ancient Davleti-Chok hydrotechnical complex north of Garabogaz Bay in Turkmenistan: hundreds of stone wells in the desert, unique water collection technologies, and caravan routes
