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Training Seminars on Renewable Energy and Artificial Intelligence Held in Turkmenistan

On October 14–15, specialized training seminars on “Integration of Renewable Energy Sources” and “Practical Applications of Artificial Intelligence” were held at the State Energy Institute of Turkmenistan. The events were organized under a Memorandum of Understanding between the institute and Clausthal University of Technology in Germany, with support from the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) project “European Union for a Green Turkmenistan: Policy Dialogue and Climate Action for 2024–2029.”

Turkmenistan TodayOctober 15, 2026, 18:52

Society

Jogorku Kenesh Adopts Amendments to Labour Code on Wage Indexation

On 15 October, Kyrgyzstan's Jogorku Kenesh adopted in third reading amendments to the Labour Code concerning the indexation of wages. The document establishes wage indexation at the legislative level. According to the document, this is necessary to preserve the real purchasing power of salaries.

Kaktus.mediaOctober 15, 2026, 18:44

Diplomacy

Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan aim to raise bilateral trade to $1 billion

Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev in Baku, Qazinform News Agency reported, citing the press service of Akorda. Tokayev thanked Aliyev for the invitation and traditional hospitality, and noted the high level of organization of the Summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA). He also highlighted Azerbaijan's significant contribution to CICA during its chairmanship.

KazinformOctober 15, 2026, 18:36

Sports

Working group formed in Bashkortostan to oversee boxing and tennis centre construction

A working group on the construction of boxing and tennis centres has been formed in the Republic of Bashkortostan, Russia. According to the Bashinform news agency, the group's composition was approved by an order.

BashinformOctober 15, 2026, 18:28

Diplomacy

Shavkat Mirziyoyev meets Qatar's Emir in Baku

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev met Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in Baku within the framework of the summit of the Council on cooperation and confidence-building measures in Asia. At the start of the talks, the sides noted with satisfaction that the strategic partnership between the two countries and their multifaceted practical cooperation continue to develop steadily.

Kun.uzOctober 15, 2026, 18:20

Diplomacy

Aliyev and Tokayev connect two shores of the Caspian Sea

On 15 October, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev met Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. During the talks, both sides expressed satisfaction with the successful development of strategic partnership and allied relations between Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan. The leaders noted that visits by the heads of state had made an important contribution to expanding bilateral cooperation.

Haqqin.azOctober 15, 2026, 18:12

Economy

K-Pet Strike at Kalecik Facilities Threatens Northern Cyprus Fuel Supply

An indefinite strike at the Kalecik filling facilities of Kıbrıs Türk Petrolleri (K-Pet) entered its second day on 15 October 2026, raising the risk of a fuel supply crisis. Fuel stocks at stations supplied by K-Pet are beginning to run out, and some stations in Lefkoşa have closed because they have no fuel left. The strike was launched by the Kıbrıs Türk Petrol İşçileri Sendikası (Petrol-İş).

Haber KıbrısOctober 15, 2026, 18:04

Environment & Climate

Heavy flooding hits Istanbul, two people killed

On Wednesday, 14 October, heavy rain fell on Istanbul, one of the strongest downpours in the city since 1985, according to local media. Eyupsultan on the European side recorded 195.9 mm of precipitation, and Sariyer 195.6 mm. Other districts recorded between 35 and 110 mm.

Kaktus.mediaOctober 15, 2026, 17:56

Diplomacy

Mirziyoyev proposes trust infrastructure in Asia

Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has proposed developing a concept for building trust infrastructure in Asia, creating an expert platform on the responsible use of artificial intelligence, and establishing a partnership on climate resilience. The initiatives were presented on 15 October at the seventh summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA) in Baku. The summit was chaired by Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and attended by heads of state and government, foreign ministry officials and representatives of international organisations.

UzDailyOctober 15, 2026, 17:48

Technology

Japarov invites tech partners to build data centres in Kyrgyzstan at CICA summit

Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov spoke at the Seventh Summit of Heads of State of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA) in Baku on October 15, during a working visit to Azerbaijan. He said Kyrgyzstan's trade turnover with CICA participating states more than doubled over the past four years, reaching over $14 billion in 2025.

AKIpressOctober 15, 2026, 17:40

Politics

Uzbekistan adopts new law on Constitutional Court

Uzbekistan has adopted a new constitutional law “On the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Uzbekistan.” According to UzDaily, citing the Legal Information channel, document No. ZRU-1181 was adopted on 14 October 2026 and sets out the court’s powers, the procedure for electing its judges, and when its decisions take effect.

UzDailyOctober 15, 2026, 17:31

Transport & Infrastructure

Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan sign agreement on Middle Corridor development

Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan have exchanged a signed agreement on cooperation for the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, also known as the Middle Corridor. The exchange was between the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Government of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

KazinformOctober 15, 2026, 17:23

Technology

Aliyev: Trans-Caspian fiber-optic cable strengthens ties with Central Asia

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev said the launch of the Trans-Caspian Fiber-Optic Cable Line is another step toward strengthening cooperation between Central Asia and Azerbaijan.

Report.azOctober 15, 2026, 17:15

Politics

UBP candidacy applications for parliament continue ahead of 6 December vote

Applications for candidacy in the National Unity Party (UBP) are continuing ahead of the parliamentary elections on 6 December. Education Minister Nazım Çavuşoğlu, Finance Minister Özdemir Berova, Şerife Ünverdi, chair of the UBP Lefkoşa District Women's Branch, and Batu Beyit have shared their messages on the candidacy process with the public.

Kıbrıs GazetesiOctober 15, 2026, 17:07

Energy

Kazakhstan to increase oil exports via Azerbaijan, Tokayev says

Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan plan to increase supplies of Kazakh oil via the Baku–Tbilisi–Ceyhan pipeline, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said at the 7th summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA) in Baku. He also proposed a water partnership to exchange technologies and jointly tackle water shortages.

KursivOctober 15, 2026, 16:59

Agriculture

Tatarstan's agri-food exports to India up 2.3 times in a year

Agri-food exports from Tatarstan to India grew 2.3 times over the past year, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food of Tatarstan Rustem Gainullov said at a session of the second Russia-India business forum, “TIME: Russia – India. Mutual Efficiency,” held in Kazan. Exports reached $61 million this year, up from $26.6 million last year, an increase of $34 million or 129%.

Tatar-informOctober 15, 2026, 16:51

Education

Ufa campus set to become a leading hub for science and education

The Ufa inter-university campus of the Eurasian scientific and educational center is positioning itself as a hub for innovation and modern education in Bashkortostan. It brings together study, science and business, invites world-renowned professors, and offers new opportunities for startups and large companies.

BaşqortostanOctober 15, 2026, 16:43

Politics

Suvanaliev and Zhapykeev fail Kyrgyz language test for presidential bid

Former Interior Minister Omurbek Suvanaliev and former head of the Service for Combating Economic Crimes Syimyk Zhapykeev failed the state Kyrgyz language exam required to register as candidates in the upcoming presidential election in Kyrgyzstan. The test was held on 8 October at the state institution Kyrgyztest.

Vesti.kgOctober 15, 2026, 16:35

Diplomacy

Christodoulides and Erhürman invited to COP31 in Antalya

According to a column in Havadis, a Northern Cyprus newspaper, new developments on the Cyprus issue emerged step by step this week. Cypriot President Christodoulides said he had received an invitation to the COP31 meeting in Antalya after a meeting with Erhürman. Turkish President Erdoğan then invited Erhürman to the same meeting.

HavadisOctober 15, 2026, 16:27

Diplomacy

Foreign ministers of Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan meet in Baku

Turkmenistan's Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov, Azerbaijan's Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov and Uzbekistan's Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov met in Baku on 15 October 2026. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 7th summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA). Turkmenistan's Foreign Ministry reported the meeting on its website.

Turkmenistan TodayOctober 15, 2026, 16:19

Technology

Tatarstan ranks fourth among Russian regions by number of patents

According to Rospatent, Tatarstan has been granted approximately 1,200 patents for inventions, utility models and industrial designs since the start of the current year. The republic ranks fourth among Russian regions by this measure, the press service of the Tatarstan Ministry of Economy reported.

Tatar-informOctober 15, 2026, 16:11

Diplomacy

Turkish Foreign Minister holds series of talks in Azerbaijan

According to information from diplomatic sources, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev on the sidelines of the 7th Summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA), held in Azerbaijan.

MilliyetOctober 15, 2026, 16:03

Diplomacy

Baku Declaration adopted at 7th CICA Summit in Azerbaijan

The Baku Declaration was adopted within the framework of the 7th Summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) in Baku on Thursday, October 15, according to Trend's correspondent reporting from the event.

TrendOctober 15, 2026, 15:55

Diplomacy

Kyrgyz President to make official visit to Armenia

Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov will make an official visit to Armenia on 15-17 October at the invitation of Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, according to the Kabar news agency, which reported from Bishkek.

KabarOctober 15, 2026, 15:47

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Training Seminars on Renewable Energy and Artificial Intelligence Held in Turkmenistan

Jogorku Kenesh Adopts Amendments to Labour Code on Wage Indexation

Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan aim to raise bilateral trade to $1 billion

Working group formed in Bashkortostan to oversee boxing and tennis centre construction

Shavkat Mirziyoyev meets Qatar's Emir in Baku

Aliyev and Tokayev connect two shores of the Caspian Sea

K-Pet Strike at Kalecik Facilities Threatens Northern Cyprus Fuel Supply

Heavy flooding hits Istanbul, two people killed

Mirziyoyev proposes trust infrastructure in Asia

Japarov invites tech partners to build data centres in Kyrgyzstan at CICA summit

Uzbekistan adopts new law on Constitutional Court

Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan sign agreement on Middle Corridor development

Aliyev: Trans-Caspian fiber-optic cable strengthens ties with Central Asia

UBP candidacy applications for parliament continue ahead of 6 December vote

Kazakhstan to increase oil exports via Azerbaijan, Tokayev says

Tatarstan's agri-food exports to India up 2.3 times in a year

Ufa campus set to become a leading hub for science and education

Suvanaliev and Zhapykeev fail Kyrgyz language test for presidential bid

Christodoulides and Erhürman invited to COP31 in Antalya

Foreign ministers of Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan meet in Baku

Tatarstan ranks fourth among Russian regions by number of patents

Turkish Foreign Minister holds series of talks in Azerbaijan

Baku Declaration adopted at 7th CICA Summit in Azerbaijan

Kyrgyz President to make official visit to Armenia