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The President of the People's Republic of China Invited to Visit Turkmenistan

19 Mar. 08:32

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During the friendly visit of the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, to the People's Republic of China, an important official meeting was held with President Xi Jinping. The talks in Beijing focused on reinforcing the comprehensive strategic partnership and exploring new avenues for bilateral cooperation. The meeting reaffirmed the commitment of both nations to maintaining a high-level political dialogue based on mutual trust and shared strategic goals.

A highlight of the diplomatic exchange was the delivery of an official invitation: Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov handed over a letter from President Serdar Berdimuhamedov addressed to President Xi Jinping. The letter cordially invites the Chinese leader to visit Turkmenistan at a time of his convenience. According to TDH, this gesture is a significant indicator of the deepening ties and reflects the importance Turkmenistan places on its relationship with one of the world's leading economies.

During the conversation, the Hero-Arkadag expressed his conviction that the upcoming visit of President Xi Jinping would open a new chapter in the history of Turkmen-Chinese relations. High-level visits play a crucial role in accelerating joint initiatives in the energy, trade, and cultural sectors, ensuring that bilateral agreements are translated into practical benefits for both nations. The parties agreed to begin the necessary diplomatic preparations to ensure the success of this future landmark event.

President Xi Jinping accepted the invitation with great appreciation, emphasizing that Turkmenistan remains a reliable and valued strategic partner for China. He praised Turkmenistan's positive neutrality and its role in promoting regional connectivity. This forthcoming visit is expected to further solidify the friendship between the two peoples and enhance the overall framework of China-Central Asia cooperation, leading to greater regional prosperity.

















Singapore Pledges Up to $55,000 Per Child to Boost Falling Birth Rates

24 Aug. 12:48

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Facing a record drop in fertility rates, Singapore is significantly expanding its family support framework. According to Bloomberg, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced increases in direct financial assistance alongside enhanced housing benefits for young families.

Under the updated policy, every Singaporean child up to the age of 17 will be eligible to receive up to 70,000 Singapore dollars (approximately $55,000 USD) in total support, which includes cash payouts, educational grants, and related benefits. The government is also expanding paid parental leave and capping monthly out-of-pocket costs for government-subsidized childcare at 150 Singapore dollars.

These interventions aim to reverse a severe demographic decline, marked by last year's fertility rate drop to 0.87 children per woman, while over 20% of the country's population is currently aged 65 or older.