1. A continuous census of the population and housing stock has begun in Turkmenistan, which will last until December 27. Its main task is to obtain accurate data on the demographic composition and socio-economic situation of the country's population. These indicators are essential for the development of public policy, planning and management. Information about the size, distribution and characteristics of the population will make it possible to lay a reliable foundation for the further progress and prosperity of the state, improving the well-being of the people.
2. Textile enterprises of Turkmenistan have prepared a pleasant New Year's surprise for consumers - they have released products with the symbol of 2023 - the Rabbit. As gifts for children and adults in home textile stores, you can purchase pajamas, bed linen, slippers with the symbol of the coming year. Especially for children, a series of textile backpacks and bunny toys was made.
3. The head of Tatarstan, Rustam Minnikhanov, shared a photo of his dog, a Turkmen Alabai named Akdus, on social media. “I haven’t posted a photo of Akdus for a long time. It is rarely possible to take a walk together - there is a lot of work”, he said. Alabai, who was then still a puppy, was presented to the head of the republic by Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov in the spring of 2021. Translated from the Tatar language Akdus means “White friend”.
5. In the Geoktepe etrap of the Ahal velayat, the Vekilbazar etrap of the Mary velayat and the city of Dashoguz, workshops for the production of building dry mix, varnish and water-dispersion paint will be built. In this regard, the Ministry of Industry and Construction Production of Turkmenistan announced an open international tender for the design and “turnkey” construction of workshops in these velayats.
6. The State Commercial Bank of Turkmenistan “Daihanbank” has announced an international tender to conduct an audit of the bank's financial statements for 2022 in accordance with international standards. Interested organizations and companies can send their proposals to the SCBT “Daihanbank”.
7. The International Air Transport Association announced plans to abolish the so-called “100 milliliters rule”, which prohibits taking on board an aircraft in hand luggage a container with a liquid volume of more than 100 milliliters. This rule was introduced in 2007 in order to ensure the safety of passenger flights and prevent terrorist attacks. The lifting of the ban on carrying more than 100 milliliters of liquid on board the aircraft is scheduled for no earlier than 2024.
8. Astronomers at the Canaries Institute of Astrophysics have discovered two planets near the Sun that could potentially harbor life. The planets orbit a star called GJ 1002, less than 16 light-years from the solar system. The conditions in which the planets are located make them potentially habitable and favorable for the development of life on them. Scientists intend to study the composition of the atmospheres of both planets and find out the percentage of oxygen in them.
9. The Argentina national team defeated the French team in the final of the World Cup in Qatar on penalties. Argentina won the FIFA World Cup for the third time in history. For the first time they became champions at a home tournament in 1978, then eight years later in 1986 in Mexico. Argentina striker Lionel Messi was named the best player of the tournament, while French striker Kylian Mbappe was the top scorer.
10. In the match for the bronze medals of the World Championship in Qatar, which was the day before the final, the Croatian team won. Croatia beat Morocco 2-1.
