OpenAI has begun rolling out a new version of its language model — GPT-5.3 Instant. The main direction of the update is a fundamental change in the “behavior” of artificial intelligence: interaction with ChatGPT is expected to become more productive and less formal
Amid the escalating situation in the Middle East, Turkmenistan continues to serve as a humanitarian hub for the region. On March 3, a group of 23 South Korean citizens, including renowned athletes, safely crossed the Iranian-Turkmen border and arrived in Ashgabat
According to the Ministry of Industry and Commerce of Afghanistan, the country’s exports to Central Asian states recorded an unprecedented 77% growth in 2025, rising from $122 million to $216 million
Turkmenistan continues to transform its Caspian coastline into Eurasia's largest logistics hub. On March 3, a meeting with UNDP Resident Representative Narine Saakyan was held at the Turkmenbashi International Seaport to discuss new steps to digitalize and green the country's main seaport
While Ashgabat is working around the clock to address the complex challenges of establishing a "humanitarian corridor" and evacuating foreign citizens from the Middle East conflict zone, Turkmen diplomatic missions abroad continue to actively work on key foreign policy vectors
A new textbook by the CPC explains the core principles and practical requirements of Xi Jinping's economic thought through 14 chapters and 50 key questions & answers.
The CPPCC annual session runs March 4–11 in Beijing. Focus includes the 2026–2030 development plan, government work reports, and key political resolutions.
China's FM Wang Yi condemns attacks on Iran, urging a return to international law and dialogue. Beijing supports Iran's sovereignty and regional stability.
On March 3, a symposium was held at the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages, opening a new chapter in the history of the country's education system. The forum, titled "Accelerating English Language Teaching in Central Asia: Implementing Inclusive Methodologies at the PRESETT Symposium," focused on modern trends in English language teacher training in accordance with international standards
Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova, during a briefing on March 4, expressed deep gratitude to Turkmenistan for its assistance in organizing safe routes for Russians leaving Iran
The 14th meeting of the Joint Tajik-Turkmen Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, and Technical Cooperation concluded in Dushanbe
The Turkmenistan branch of China National Petroleum Corporation International Ltd. has announced the start of the prequalification process for tender No. CIT-25057-MR
The first group of 25 Chinese citizens evacuated from Iran departed Ashgabat for their homeland early in the morning of March 4. The Chinese Embassy in Turkmenistan shared details with ORIENT of this large-scale humanitarian operation, which has become an example of the high level of trust between the two countries
Deputy Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan Akhmet Gurbanov met with Deputy Foreign Minister of the Republic of Korea Lim Sang-woo in Ashgabat. The key topics of the dialogue were preparations for upcoming high-level visits and the current situation in the region
Roscosmos cosmonaut Oleg Kononenko has been appointed commander of the Soyuz MS-31 spacecraft. For the most experienced Russian cosmonaut, this mission will mark his sixth flight to the International Space Station (ISS)
