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Customs Regulation Workshop for Private Sector to be Held in Mary

03 Jun. 10:01

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The State Customs Service of Turkmenistan has announced a specialized workshop in Mary on June 9, aimed at providing legal assistance to private businesses and logistics providers. The initiative is designed to support participants in foreign economic activities by clarifying regulatory frameworks and streamlining trade operations.

The sessions will cover the legal foundations of international trade, focusing on the specific procedures required for both importing goods into Turkmenistan and exporting domestic products. Experts will provide comprehensive insights into international transportation standards and the mandatory documentation necessary for cross-border logistics.

A key highlight of the event will be the discussion on the integration of digital systems within customs processes. Officials will present the latest updates regarding electronic filing and digital administration, explaining how these technological advancements aim to enhance transparency and accelerate the clearance of goods for commercial entities.

The seminar is scheduled to commence at 10:00 AM at the Mary regional branch of the Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs of Turkmenistan, located at 18 Bitaraplyk Street. For further inquiries or specific legal guidance, interested parties may contact the dedicated "Question-Answer" consultation service at 39-41-39.

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Seismic First: Scientists Officially Confirm Natural Earthquakes in Lithuania

10 Oct. 10:55

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The Geological Survey of Lithuania, supported by seismologists from the University of Helsinki, has officially confirmed the occurrence of natural tectonic earthquakes within the country’s borders for the first time. The seismic events, measuring 2.4 and 2.7 on the magnitude scale, occurred in western Lithuania near the Gargždai fault zone in December 2025. Furthermore, updated analysis of international seismic data allowed experts to reclassify a previously ambiguous 2015 tremor as a natural earthquake rather than human-induced activity.

Although the low-intensity quakes caused no structural damage or casualties, they mark the first instrumentally verified natural tectonic events recorded in modern Lithuanian history.

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