AI & Energy Skills: Turkmen specialists are in Germany for an EU/GIZ-backed internship at Clausthal University of Technology, training on AI and digital tools for renewable energy efficiency, methane reduction, and industry applications. Maternal Health Push: In Ashgabat, UNICEF and the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation backed new breastfeeding support initiatives, including peer-to-peer counseling led by trained local mothers. OSCE-Swiss Talks: President Serdar Berdimuhamedov met Swiss OSCE chair Ignazio Cassis, with both sides stressing expanded OSCE cooperation and best-practice exchange, including human rights and democratic principles. Consular Update: Belarus’ embassy in Turkmenistan is moving consular services to an online appointment system from 7 August 2026 (visas, criminal record certificates, document legalization). Regional Connectivity: Afghanistan and Turkmenistan discussed trade and a proposed Charjow–Mazar-e-Sharif transit route, with an invitation for Turkmenistan to send a business delegation. Heat-Health Warning: WHO urged Turkmenistan to strengthen heat-health action plans, early warnings, and protection for vulnerable groups as heatwaves intensify. Sports & Youth: AFC confirmed the draw date for AFC U17 Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers in Malaysia on 27 August, with Turkmenistan among the participating teams.