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Time for hydro-diplomacy: Central Asia launches scientific-political dialogue on water
19.03.2025
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The Center for Strategic Studies of the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan took an active part in the Central Asian online meeting dedicated to the comprehensive solution of water policy issues in the region

Main topics in the Turkmenistan-EU dialogue - in the interview of European Commissioner Sikela for ORIENT
12.03.2025
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European Commissioner for International Partnerships Jozef Sikela visited Turkmenistan on March 12 as part of his Central Asian tour. In the context of the increasing geopolitical importance of Central Asia, the visit of the European Commissioner underlines the importance of regional partnership for the European Union and the special role of Turkmenistan in this dialogue

TurkmenExpo launches a series of major international events for business
24.02.2025
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TurkmenExpo, a company specializing in exhibitions, conferences, organization of business missions and other business forums, in cooperation with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan, presented an ambitious program for 2025, including major international events

Diplomacy – a key to peace: modern challenges and paths to dialogue discussed in Ashgabat
18.02.2025
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On the occasion of the Day of Diplomatic Workers on February 18th, a conference was held at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The conference, titled "International Year of Peace and Trust: The Role of Diplomacy in Strengthening International Relations". The forum brought together leaders, staff, and veterans of Turkmenistan's diplomatic service, heads and representatives of diplomatic missions and international organizations

The origins of Turkmen neutrality: the path to the future leads from the past
18.02.2025
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If Turkmenistan's foreign policy could be figuratively represented as a pyramid, its apex would undoubtedly be occupied by the neutral status, unique in its origin, delegated to the young state by the world community in 1995, and the base, (that is, the foundation upon which this entire edifice rests) would be comprised of the national traditions of good neighborliness, formed over a long period of time, which clearly focus the Turkmen people's attitude towards such a spiritual value as peace

The Caves you should not miss in Türkiye
11.02.2025
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Türkiye is a perfect destination for cavers and spelunkers, with nearly 40,000 caves across the country. Exploring the underground lakes, stalactites, and stalagmites of these fascinating geological structures is one of the most thrilling adventures you can have — as you enter this mysterious subterranean world, it is impossible not to feel like you're in a fantastic film set. Read on to learn about six of Türkiye’s most magnificent caves to explore...

DeepSeek: China's challenge to OpenAI and a new stage in AI development
10.02.2025
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The "AI Action Summit 2025" is taking place in Paris on February 10-11, where one of the central themes is the rapid rise of the Chinese company DeepSeek. Founded less than two years ago, the startup has made a breakthrough by introducing "DeepSeek R1", an AI model that, at a significantly lower cost, demonstrates a level of reasoning comparable to "OpenAI O1".

Who are they, the new members of the Turkmen government?
07.02.2025
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President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, during an expanded meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers on Friday, replaced two members of the government

The Beatles and The Rolling Stones receive "Grammys"
04.02.2025
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On the night of February 2-3, the 67th Annual Grammy Awards Ceremony took place in Los Angeles, recognizing the best songs, albums, recordings, compositions, and performers of the year, as determined by the members of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences

Discover Türkiye’s Eastern Anatolian gems
04.02.2025
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The Eastern Anatolia Region of Türkiye offers a captivating blend of diverse scenery and nature, a rich history, and warm hospitality, making it the perfect destination to experience. From steep valleys to stunning architectural wonders and awe-inspiring archaeological sites, there’s something to captivate everyone here. However, some off-the-beaten-path spots are must-sees to experience this spectacular region's beauty and diversity. Here are some of the best spots to explore in Türkiye's eastern region like a local.