ADB Financing for Borders: The Asian Development Bank approved a $400 million regional facility to modernize border crossing points across the CAREC corridor, aiming to cut transport bottlenecks and improve the flow of people and goods. Turkmenistan’s AI Dental Push: President Serdar Berdimuhamedov inspected Ashgabat’s new Dental Centre, where the implantology department will use AI-powered 3D scanning and a digital lab to speed diagnostics and precision implant work. Renewables for Schools: UNICEF and Turkmenistan’s education authorities opened a solar power station at Mary’s School No. 36, pairing a 12.5 kW photovoltaic array with battery storage to power sports and school areas and serve as a learning tool. Diplomatic Updates: Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov met Germany’s new ambassador, Petra Dachtler, discussing political, trade, healthcare and education cooperation. TAPI Progress: In Herat, officials said the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India gas pipeline’s Herat section is ready, with the project expected to be operational within two months. Education & Culture Links: Korea’s Graduate School of Korean Studies opened applications for Turkmen citizens for 2027 admissions, while India’s embassy announced Hindi Day creative competitions in Ashgabat. Regional Context: Coverage also highlighted U.S. pressure on Iran’s trade ties and broader Central Asia connectivity and energy-route debates.