Xi calls for decisive progress in advancing Healthy China Initiative in next five years
President Xi emphasizes health reforms and digital tech for 2026-2030. Key focus on narrowing the urban-rural gap and medical insurance coordination.
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Xi extends greetings to women ahead of International Women's Day
President Xi Jinping extended greetings to Chinese women during the "Two Sessions," highlighting their crucial role in the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan's success.
From YouTube to AI skills: how a new tool automates learning
Watching video tutorials has become more efficient thanks to a tool called Skill Seekers. This open-source program instantly converts knowledge from YouTube or Vimeo videos into a format understood by Claude, Gemini, and ChatGPT
China's 'smart economy' push set to generate new opportunities for AI industry
Premier Li Qiang outlines China's "AI Plus" initiative to boost industrial growth. With 6,200+ firms, China's AI industry hits 1.2 trillion yuan market value.
The 2026 Winter Paralympics in Italy: key facts, figures, and a history of achievements
From March 6 to March 15, Italy will once again become the center of world sport as it hosts the XIV Winter Paralympic Games. The competitions will take place in Milan, Cortina d’Ampezzo, and Val di Fiemme
Xi takes part in deliberation at annual national legislative session
President Xi Jinping met with deputies from Jiangsu Province during the 14th NPC's 4th session in Beijing. The eight-day session opened on Thursday.
China's scientific and technological strength reaches a new level in 2025: minister
China ranks 10th in global innovation. Minister Yin Hejun highlights $568B R&D spending, humanoid robots, and breakthroughs in AI and microchips.
Crude futures settle higher
Oil prices rose on Thursday, with WTI futures hitting $81.01 and Brent reaching $85.41. Analysis of NYMEX and ICE market trends for April and May contracts.
The 9th EU-Turkmenistan Interparliamentary Meeting was held in Brussels
On March 5, the 9th EU-Turkmenistan Interparliamentary Meeting was held at the European Parliament in Brussels. The parties discussed current issues of political and economic cooperation, the regional agenda for Central Asia, the international situation, and the rule of law and social policy
Turkmenistan's Economy in Figures for the First Two Months of 2026
At a Cabinet of Ministers meeting held on Friday, the results of Turkmenistan's socioeconomic development for January and February of this year were summarized. Statistics demonstrate steady GDP growth of 6.3% and strong investment activity
The Russian Federation Council Supports Ashgabat's Initiatives for its CIS Chairmanship
The development of bilateral strategic partnership and the implementation of Turkmenistan's large-scale program for its CIS chairmanship in 2026 were the main topics of the meeting between Turkmenistan's Ambassador to the Russian Federation, Esen Aidogdyev, and Deputy Speaker of the Federation Council, Konstantin Kosachev
Turkmen Residents Will Enjoy a Three-Day Weekend in Honor of March 8th
This year, International Women's Day will give residents of Turkmenistan an extra day for rest and celebration. According to the Decree of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, the day off will be moved from Sunday to Monday
The President of Turkmenistan Replaced Heads of Mission to the United States and the UN
On March 6, the President of Turkmenistan signed a series of decrees, making major personnel changes in the leadership of the country's key diplomatic missions. The changes affected the embassies in the United States, Russia, and the Permanent Mission to the UN
The State Flag of Turkmenistan and the Logo of the Arkadag Football Club Raised on the Highest Peak of Türkiye
From March 1 to March 6, with the support of the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Republic of Türkiye, members of the fan club of the Arkadag Football Club carried out an ascent to Mount Ağrı, the highest point of Türkiye
Microsoft focuses its strategy in Central Asia on AI — new Regional head
Microsoft Corporation has officially announced the appointment of Gabriela Popescu as Regional Manager responsible for Romania, Moldova, and the countries of Central Asia. The decision signals the technology giant’s growing focus on the region’s digital market
