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Ashgabat and Caracas deepen diplomatic dialogue and create a mechanism for political consultations
On June 13, political consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and Venezuela were held in Ashgabat
Foreign Ministry of Turkmenistan expresses concern over escalation in the Middle East
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan issued an official statement in connection with the Israeli missile strikes on populated areas and facilities in Iran on June 13, 2025. The Turkmen side expresses deep concern over the current escalation of tensions in the Middle East
The working visit of the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Republic of the Philippines
On June 12, 2025, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Republic of the Philippines (with residence in Tokyo) A.Bayramov took part in a gala reception held at the Malacanan Palace on the occasion of the Independence Day of the Republic of the Philippines in Manila.
Consultations on consular issues were held between Turkmenistan and the Republic of Armenia
On 11 June 2025 consultations on consular issues between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and Armenia were held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Armenia with the participation of representatives of the competent authorities of the two countries.
Central Asian countries to present international version of "Xi Jinping's Classical Literary Quotes"
On June 16, major media outlets in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan will begin broadcasting the international version of China Media Group's television project, "Xi Jinping's Classical Literary Quotes."
Embassy of PRC in Turkmenistan launches online visa applications for China
To streamline the visa application process for Turkmen applicants, the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Turkmenistan will officially launch online visa applications for China (https://consular.mfa.gov.cn/VISA/) starting June 30, 2025. This information was conveyed to Orient by the Embassy.
Digitalization and AI as a driver of acceleration on the Central Asia – Republic of Korea track
Within the framework of the II Forum of Analytical Centers of the Republic of Korea and Central Asia, which concluded its work in Bishkek, special attention was paid to the key challenges of our time and sustainable development strategies
Razer BlackWidow V4 75% Barebones: customizable mechanical keyboard without limits
Razer has unveiled the BlackWidow V4 75% Barebones, its inaugural mechanical keyboard supplied without keycaps or switches
vivo X Fold 5: the first Android Smartphone with Apple Watch and iPhone integration
The Chinese company vivo has announced the development of the world's first Android smartphone — the foldable flagship vivo X Fold 5 — with Apple Watch support. The device's official presentation is anticipated in July 2025
Energy, climate and transport: Turkmenistan's approach to regional development priorities
The II Forum of Think Tanks of the Republic of Korea and Central Asia in Bishkek focused on the key challenges of the region. Representatives of Turkmenistan actively participated in thematic sessions, presenting the country's strategic approaches to ensuring energy stability, combating climate change and developing transregional logistics routes
Dialogue on the Future: Bishkek Hosts the 2nd Forum of Think Tanks of Korea and Central Asia
The 2nd Forum of Think Tanks of the Republic of Korea and Central Asia opened in Bishkek today. This significant event, organized by the National Institute for Strategic Initiatives under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Korea Foundation (Secretariat of the Korea-Central Asia Cooperation Forum), brought together delegations of strategic research centers from six countries: the Republic of Korea, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan
Turkmen film to be presented at III Bishkek International Film Festival
The Turkmen film "Kitap" ("The Book"), produced in 2024 by the "Turkmenfilm" Association named after Oguzhan, will be presented today, June 13, at the III Bishkek International Film Festival
French Senator to visit Turkmenistan
French Senator Samantha Cazebon, who represents French citizens residing abroad, will undertake an official visit to Turkmenistan on June 23–24, 2025.
New private notary office opens in Turkmenabat
A new private notary office has commenced operations in the city of Turkmenabat, Lebap Velayat
