Korea-Central Asia Summit Security: Turkmenistan’s regional leaders heading to the Sept. 16 Korea-Central Asia Summit will be covered by a newly launched Presidential Security Service situation room in Seoul, tasked with protecting delegations and managing safety around venues, airports, and accommodations. Education Push: President Serdar Berdimuhamedov marked Knowledge Day by urging students to master advanced technologies and patriotism, while also taking part in the opening of new university campus complexes in Ashgabat and Turkmenabat, including a 5,000-student architecture and construction institute. Biodiversity Planning: In Ashgabat, UNDP and GEF-backed talks are reviewing Turkmenistan’s draft National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan for 2026–2035 and preparations for the 7th CBD national report. Consular Cooperation: Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan held consular consultations in Ashgabat, discussing visa simplification and cooperation on migration, citizenship, justice, and law enforcement, with the next round set for Baku. Road Safety Month: Turkmenistan kicked off a month-long “Roadsafety – peace of mind” campaign with awareness events, stricter enforcement near schools, and upgraded pedestrian crossings and traffic signals. World Nomad Games: Turkmen athletes featured in wrestling events at Bishkek/Cholpon-Ata, including goresh and kurash results, as the Games continue under a regional cultural spotlight.