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Restoring the Civilizational Code Will Help Central and South Asia Find Answers to Global Challenges

In an era of current global instability, when international relations are rapidly fragmenting and the world is experiencing a profound crisis of mutual trust, open and inclusive political dialogue is no longer simply a feature of classical diplomacy

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05.06.2026|23:32

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Why a Great Culture Can't Be Destroyed by Bombs

Thursday, May 28, marked exactly three months since the start of hostilities in the Persian Gulf region, which had an extremely negative impact on the global economy, affecting the energy sector, logistics, financial markets, a wide range of industries, food security, and more

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31.05.2026|00:52

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Why a Turkmen Film Won Over Audiences in Astana

On the sidelines of the Regional Environmental Summit in Astana (RES 2026 EXPO), the results of the Astana Eco Film Festival were announced. While the jury deliberated on the professional awards, a film from Turkmenistan captured the hearts of the audience. The Audience Choice Award went to the documentary "Children of the Sun and Water" by Bekdurdy Amansaryev

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24.04.2026|15:11

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The Price of Energy Expectations: Why Global Tensions Are Already Reflected in Costs

The transition from the weekend to the start of the week on global markets occurred without any sudden upheavals, but in an atmosphere of growing caution. By early Tuesday morning, the price of Brent crude oil had stabilized near $88-$90 per barrel, down from $85-$86 on Friday

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08.04.2026|09:26

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Journalism as a Tool for the Attention Economy – A Dialogue Between Media and Business

On Sunday, young journalists from the ORIENT website held a seminar, "Fundamentals of Modern Journalism," at the Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs (UIET) building on Turkmenbashi Avenue in Ashgabat

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01.04.2026|01:21

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The Anatomy of a Global Energy Storm and the Logic of Salvation

Are there perfect storms? Unlikely, in my opinion... However, the world entered the workweek of March 23, 2026, in what some experts have called a "perfect storm." This isn't just a crisis, but a fatal confluence of circumstances, where political will, economic chaos, and the physical destruction of supply routes collided

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24.03.2026|21:38

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Yin and Yang in the spring dialogue of two artists – a new exhibition at the Gallery on Aga Berdyev Street

On the first day of spring, the art gallery on Aga Berdyev Street was filled with a special light that contrasted with the gloomy day outside

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10.03.2026|23:45

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One Hundred and Forty Moments of Beauty at Ashgabat's New Art Location on Aga Berdiyev Street

There are places in Ashgabat where the urban rhythm slows down, and the usual bustle gives way to contemplation. On Aga Berdiyev Street, at the Union of Artists' Art Gallery, an exhibition is running until March 1st, bringing together forty artists from different generations—from established masters to the young and daring

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19.02.2026|23:04

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Ashgabat and Moscow Are Preparing a Large-Scale Agenda for Visits in 2026

At a briefing in Ashgabat, Russian Ambassador to Turkmenistan Ivan Volynkin summarized the 2025 year in the history of bilateral relations and outlined the plans for 2026. We have identified the key trends that will shape the architecture of dialogue over the next 12 months

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16.01.2026|20:00

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A Mirror of the Universe over the Kopetdag Mountains: Why is Turkmenistan's Sky an Invaluable Asset?

While life teems in the valleys below, the peaks of the Kopetdag Mountains are immersed in a silence and darkness that is prized more than gold in the scientific world. This is due to the unique astroclimate, which makes our country one of the best spots on the planet for observing space

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08.01.2026|23:05

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India Media Tour: Part 2. Where History and Modernity Coexist

After the piercing cold of Astana, where the Third Regional Media Forum was held a few days before our flight to New Delhi, the weather in the Indian capital seemed like the blissful climate of the Garden of Eden. It was surprising – from the excruciatingly low temperatures immediately dropped to a comfortable 20 degrees Celsius

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05.01.2026|19:05

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A Look at 2026 from the Leaders of the US, Russia, and China

This publication is based on the New Year's addresses of Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, published in official media, as well as US President Donald Trump's answers to journalists' questions at his New Year's celebration at his Mar a Lago residence in Florida

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02.01.2026|16:30

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Gas Forecast: Why Global Demand Will Grow by a Third by 2050

Energy Transition Adjusts Routes. Despite political pressure and the advancement of the "green" agenda, natural gas is not only maintaining its position but is also poised for record growth. According to preliminary estimates for 2025, global consumption of the blue fuel has increased by another 25 billion cubic meters

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23.12.2025|23:25

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A Falcon's Flight from the Past to the Future: What Unites Ashgabat and Doha

On December 18, the people of Qatar, one of the richest and most influential countries in the world, celebrate their National Day. The current appearance of this fabulously wealthy state is determined by a combination of colossal revenues from gas exports, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and active global diplomacy

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18.12.2025|23:50

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The Black Sea–Caspian Sea Agreement Is Moving Toward the Launch of a New Transport Corridor

On December 5, 2025, the Government of Romania approved for signature a quadripartite agreement between Romania, Georgia, Azerbaijan, and Turkmenistan on the establishment and commissioning of the Black Sea–Caspian Sea international transport route

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07.12.2025|22:50