Austria, Qatar strengthen business ties at Austrian Business Circle reception
Ashraf Siddiqui The Ambassador of Austria to the State of Qatar, HE Erika Bernhard, together with Andreas Stauber, Trade Commissioner for Qatar and Kuwait, hosted a reception at the Ambassador’s residence as part of the Austrian Business Circle series. The evening featured Stefan Klestil, General P»»»
From rivalry to recognition: The OTS's evolving approach to Tajikistan
The Organisation of Turkic States (OTS) has evolved its approach toward Tajikistan, shifting from explicit support for neighbour Kyrgyzstan during border conflicts to more inclusive language. Early OTS statements emphasised brotherly solidarity with Kyrgyzstan while implicitly attributing»»»
From rivalry to recognition: The OTS's evolving approach to Tajikistan
The Organisation of Turkic States (OTS) has evolved its approach toward Tajikistan, shifting from explicit support for neighbour Kyrgyzstan during border conflicts to more inclusive language. Early OTS statements emphasised brotherly solidarity with Kyrgyzstan while implicitly attributing»»»
From rivalry to recognition: The OTS's evolving approach to Tajikistan
The Organisation of Turkic States (OTS) has evolved its approach toward Tajikistan, shifting from explicit support for neighbour Kyrgyzstan during border conflicts to more inclusive language. Early OTS statements emphasised brotherly solidarity with Kyrgyzstan while implicitly attributing»»»
From rivalry to recognition: The OTS's evolving approach to Tajikistan
The Organisation of Turkic States (OTS) has evolved its approach toward Tajikistan, shifting from explicit support for neighbour Kyrgyzstan during border conflicts to more inclusive language. Early OTS statements emphasised brotherly solidarity with Kyrgyzstan while implicitly attributing»»»
From rivalry to recognition: The OTS's evolving approach to Tajikistan
The Organisation of Turkic States (OTS) has evolved its approach toward Tajikistan, shifting from explicit support for neighbour Kyrgyzstan during border conflicts to more inclusive language. Early OTS statements emphasised brotherly solidarity with Kyrgyzstan while implicitly attributing»»»
From rivalry to recognition: The OTS's evolving approach to Tajikistan
The Organisation of Turkic States (OTS) has evolved its approach toward Tajikistan, shifting from explicit support for neighbour Kyrgyzstan during border conflicts to more inclusive language. Early OTS statements emphasised brotherly solidarity with Kyrgyzstan while implicitly attributing»»»
From rivalry to recognition: The OTS's evolving approach to Tajikistan
The Organisation of Turkic States (OTS) has evolved its approach toward Tajikistan, shifting from explicit support for neighbour Kyrgyzstan during border conflicts to more inclusive language. Early OTS statements emphasised brotherly solidarity with Kyrgyzstan while implicitly attributing»»»
Vucic: Good discussions with Erdogan, goal is for trade with Turkey to reach 5 bln euros
ANKARA - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Thursday in Ankara he had had exceptionally productive discussions with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan about all concrete issues, and noted that Serbia understood the economic significance of Turkey, one of its most important partners. "We»»»
Turkey hikes end-2026 official inflation forecast to 15-21% band
Turkey’s central bank on February 12 raised its end-2026 official inflation "forecast" range to 15-21% in its latest quarterly inflation report from the previously stated range of 13-19% that was provided in the previous report released in November. »»»
Turkey hikes end-2026 official inflation forecast to 15-21% band
Turkey’s central bank on February 12 raised its end-2026 official inflation "forecast" range to 15-21% in its latest quarterly inflation report from the previously stated range of 13-19% that was provided in the previous report released in November. »»»
Croatia’s Iskra Shipyard wins €17.5mn contract to build coastal patrol vessel for interior ministry
Croatia’s Iskra Brodogradiliste Sibenik announced that it has secured a €17.5mn contract to build a coastal patrol vessel (CPV) for the Ministry of Interior in an international public tender, broadcaster HRT reported on February 12. »»»
Vucic: Good discussions with Erdogan, goal for trade with Turkey to reach 5 bln euros
ANKARA - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Thursday in Ankara he had had exceptionally productive discussions with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan about all concrete issues, and noted that Serbia understood the economic significance of Turkey, one of its most important partners. "We»»»
Vucic: Important discussions with Erdogan ahead
ANKARA - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic, who is on a one-day visit to Ankara, said on Thursday important discussions with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan were ahead about topics of mutual importance for the two countries and peoples, as well as about regional issues. "I am confident that»»»
Bulgaria Ranks Second in EU for Longest Workweek While Young Graduates Lead Employment Rates
Bulgaria continues to stand out in the European labor market for both its low unemployment and the high employment rate among young graduates. The country’s unemployment remains one of the lowest in the European Union, while a record proportion of recent university graduates quickly find work after»»»
First day of Ramadan announced in Turkey and Singapore
Dubai: Turkey and Singapore have officially declared Thursday, February 19, as the first day of the holy month of Ramadan, after astronomical calculations showed the crescent moon cannot be sighted on the preceding observation date. Turkey determines the start of all Hijri months using pre-calculat»»»
Vucic to pay one-day visit to Turkey, meet with Erdogan
BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic will pay a one-day visit to Turkey on Thursday, the presidential press office has announced in a statement. During the visit to Ankara, Vucic will meet with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. A plenary meeting of Serbian and Turkish delegations wil»»»
Brawl erupts in Turkish parliament as Erdogan names jailer of opposition as justice minister
A brawl erupted in Turkey’s parliament on February 11 following a decision by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to appoint as justice minister the Istanbul chief prosecutor who has led the heavy crackdown on the country’s opposition. »»»
Brawl erupts in Turkish parliament as Erdogan names jailer of opposition as justice minister
A brawl erupted in Turkey’s parliament on February 11 following a decision by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to appoint as justice minister the Istanbul chief prosecutor who has led the heavy crackdown on the country’s opposition. »»»
Turkey proposes increasing trade turnover with Kyrgyzstan to $5 billion - | 24.KG
Turkey proposes to increase trade turnover with Kyrgyzstan to $5 billion. It was announced at a joint press conference following a meeting between the heads of the two countries’ Parliaments, Numan Kurtulmuş and Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, Anadolu reports. Numan Kurtulmuş stated that the development »»»
INTERVIEW: Liban Yusuf Osman - former Deputy Foreign Minister of Somaliland
When Somaliland in the Horn of Africa established diplomatic relations with Israel on December 26, 2025, it made headlines around the world. Almost six-years prior, authorities in Hargeisa – the Somaliland capital – had al»»»
INTERVIEW: Liban Yusuf Osman - former Deputy Foreign Minister of Somaliland
When Somaliland in the Horn of Africa established diplomatic relations with Israel on December 26, 2025, it made headlines around the world. Almost six-years prior, authorities in Hargeisa – the Somaliland capital – had al»»»
INTERVIEW: Liban Yusuf Osman - former Deputy Foreign Minister of Somaliland
When Somaliland in the Horn of Africa established diplomatic relations with Israel on December 26, 2025, it made headlines around the world. Almost six-years prior, authorities in Hargeisa – the Somaliland capital – had al»»»
INTERVIEW: Liban Yusuf Osman - former Deputy Foreign Minister of Somaliland
When Somaliland in the Horn of Africa established diplomatic relations with Israel on December 26, 2025, it made headlines around the world. Almost six-years prior, authorities in Hargeisa – the Somaliland capital – had al»»»
INTERVIEW: Liban Yusuf Osman - former Deputy Foreign Minister of Somaliland
When Somaliland in the Horn of Africa established diplomatic relations with Israel on December 26, 2025, it made headlines around the world. Almost six-years prior, authorities in Hargeisa – the Somaliland capital – had al»»»
Speaker of Parliament of Kyrgyzstan resigns - | 24.KG
Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu announced his voluntary resignation as Speaker of the Parliament of the Kyrgyz Republic. He made the announcement today, February 12, at a meeting of the Zhogorku Kenesh. According to him, he was appointed to the post in 2022 and has served until now. «I would like to note »»»
Schoolchildren from Kyrgyzstan take part in Curling Tournament in China - | 24.KG
A junior national team from Kyrgyzstan took part in an International Curling Tournament, representatives of the Lomonosov School Scientific and Educational Complex told 24.kg news agency. The competition was held in the Chinese city of Yichun and brought together teams from Belarus, Iran, Kazakhsta»»»
Video: Brawl erupts in Turkey’s parliament over justice minister appointment
ANKARA, Turkey: A brawl erupted in Turkey’s parliament on Wednesday after lawmakers from the ruling party and the opposition clashed over the appointment of a controversial figure to the Justice Ministry in a Cabinet reshuffle. Opposition legislators tried to block Istanbul Chief Prosecutor Akin Gu»»»
Azerbaijan expands cyber and AI agenda amid concerns over security and civil liberties
Azerbaijan has stepped up its focus on digitalisation, cyber security and artificial intelligence as part of a broader state-led transformation agenda, senior officials said at the sixth graduation ceremony of the Azerbaijan Cybersecurity Centre on February 9, while analysts and rights researchers »»»
Dual citizenship? The global rush for second passports
Dual citizenship — being a citizen of two or more countries — has always been a hit with travellers, expats, and big dreamers. Even George Clooney jumped on it, grabbing French citizenship for him and his family right before 2025 wrapped up. Having extra passports can be your getaway car when thing»»»
Sixty types of domestic agricultural products exported to 80 countries - | 24.KG
As part of the state policy to support the export of domestic agricultural products, significant results have been achieved in expanding foreign selling markets. The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan reported. According to it, protocols on 15 types of a»»»
Syria joining anti-IS coalition 'marks new chapter' in global security, US envoy says
The U.S.-led international coalition to fight the Islamic State group has welcomed Syria in the fight against the extremists, saying that the priorities include the swift transfer of IS detainees to Iraq and third-country repatriation of families linked to IS held in two camps in Syria. The State D»»»
Syrian Airlines restores fleet and expands route network
Damascus, Feb. 11 (SANA) Syrian Airlines has achieved a significant operational and institutional recovery, restoring flights, modernizing services and expanding its network after years of near inactivity caused by war. The airline’s rehabilitation reflects broader recovery efforts in the country’s»»»
Netanyahu to meet Trump as Iran nuclear talks reach critical stage
President Donald Trump will host Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Wednesday, as tensions continue to rise across the Middle East and negotiations intensify over curbing Iran's nuclear weapons programme. Netanyahu is expected to press Trump to pursue a deal that would »»»
RAHMAN: The geopolitics of the Bangladesh election
On February 12, 2026, the much anticipated 13th general elections will be held in Bangladesh, amid heightened competition between the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), allied with the Twelve-Party Alliance, and the Eleven-Party Alliance led by the Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami. »»»
RAHMAN: The geopolitics of the Bangladesh election
On February 12, 2026, the much anticipated 13th general elections will be held in Bangladesh, amid heightened competition between the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), allied with the Twelve-Party Alliance, and the Eleven-Party Alliance led by the Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami. »»»
RAHMAN: The geopolitics of the Bangladesh election
On February 12, 2026, the much anticipated 13th general elections will be held in Bangladesh, amid heightened competition between the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), allied with the Twelve-Party Alliance, and the Eleven-Party Alliance led by the Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami. »»»
RAHMAN: The geopolitics of the Bangladesh election
On February 12, 2026, the much anticipated 13th general elections will be held in Bangladesh, amid heightened competition between the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), allied with the Twelve-Party Alliance, and the Eleven-Party Alliance led by the Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami. »»»
Turkey backs Kyrgyzstan’s bid for UN Security Council seat - | 24.KG
Turkey supports Kyrgyzstan’s candidacy for non-permanent membership in the UN Security Council. It was announced at a joint press conference of Speaker of the Zhogorku Kenesh (Parliament) of Kyrgyzstan, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, and Speaker of the Grand National Assembly of Turkey, Numan Kurtulmuş.»»»
Ramadan travel deals vs Eid Al Fitr rush: What UAE travellers should do as they face airfare split
Dubai: UAE residents planning holidays around the upcoming school breaks are facing a clear choice: travel during Ramadan for lower fares or wait for Eid Al Fitr and pay significantly more. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.With the academic calendar placing the February»»»
Benghazi Chamber of Commerce holds meeting with Turkish delegation headed by Bursa Chamber of Commerce (KFA)
Benghazi Chamber of Commerce reported yesterday that it had held a meeting with a Turkish business delegation headed by the Bursa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KFA). The meeting focused on exploring prospects for cooperation and organizing exhibitions and economic events according to the highes»»»
Opposition condemns “shame” of Turkey’s “container cities” three years on from catastrophic earthquakes
Turkey’s Erdogan administration vowed to build 650,000 homes within a year in the aftermath of the catastrophic earthquakes that struck southeastern and southern parts of the country on February 6, 2023, but only around one-third were completed by the end of 2025, according to the main Turkish oppo»»»
Opposition condemns “shame” of Turkey’s “container cities” three years on from catastrophic earthquakes
Turkey’s Erdogan administration vowed to build 650,000 homes within a year in the aftermath of the catastrophic earthquakes that struck southeastern and southern parts of the country on February 6, 2023, but only around one-third were completed by the end of 2025, according to the main Turkish oppo»»»
Islamic Revolution Anniversary Rallies to Span 1,400 Cities, Draw 7,700 Media Personnel: Official
Rallies marking the 47th anniversary of Iran’s Islamic Revolution will be held in more than 1,400 cities nationwide, with some 7,700 domestic and foreign journalists set to cover the events, an official said. Kamal Khodadadeh, Deputy for Ceremonies and Provincial Affairs at the Islamic Propagation »»»
Indonesia preparing to deploy up to 8,000 soldiers to Gaza
Indonesia says it is preparing up to 8,000 soldiers for deployment to Gaza, the first country to do so as part of phase two of the ceasefire agreement brokered by the United States late last year. The army chief of staff, General Maruli Simanjuntak, said training for the soldiers had already begun,»»»
COMMENT: US vice president plants a flag in the South Caucasus
Some six months after a breakthrough agreement signed between Armenia and Azerbaijan in a White House ceremony, US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Armenia on February 9-10 on the first leg of a regional visit that continues in Azerbaijan on February 10-11. »»»
COMMENT: US vice president plants a flag in the South Caucasus
Some six months after a breakthrough agreement signed between Armenia and Azerbaijan in a White House ceremony, US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Armenia on February 9-10 on the first leg of a regional visit that continues in Azerbaijan on February 10-11. »»»
Residents of Tripoli lose neighbors, livelihoods in building collapse
Rubble is all that remains of the building once home to Adnan Mardash's grocery shop in north Lebanon's Tripoli after it collapsed, killing 14 people and shining a spotlight on the impoverished city's neglect. Mardash, 54, said he shut the small ground-floor store where he worked for more than thre»»»
Villages Near Plovdiv Flooded with Nepalese Workers Amid Labor Shortage
Villages surrounding Plovdiv are increasingly hosting Nepalese workers, brought in by local entrepreneurs to address Bulgaria’s persistent labor shortages. According to brokers in the region, local businessmen pay between 100 and 200 euros per worker to rent housing where these foreign employees ar»»»
Kyrgyzstan’s judoka wins bronze medal at European Cup - | 24.KG
A judoka from Kyrgyzstan, Adis Orozmamatov, won a bronze medal at the European Cup, the Judo Federation reported. The next stage of the Open European Cup was held on February 7–8 in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Orozmamatov competed in the 66 kg weight category, which featured a total of 31 ath»»»