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Turkmenistan is showing positive economic signs in early 2025, with increased cement production, efforts to secure resources for Turkmengaz, a thriving waste recycling plant, and projected GDP growth. Read more...

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China's ambitious economic targets aim to boost confidence, while US tariffs trigger trade tensions, impacting global stocks and bond yields. An investor summit in India devolves into chaos. Read more...

Turkmen gas is now flowing to Türkiye via Iran, marking a significant development in regional energy cooperation. Iran is also experiencing a surge in transit activity at its ports. Read more...

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