West Asia

Afghanistan Launches 10 Million Dollars Climate Resilience Project
TEHRAN (ANA)- The National Environmental Protection Agency (NEPA) has announced the approval of a $10 million budget for implementing a project aimed at combating climate change in Afghanistan.

Afghanistan Expands Facilities for Foreign Airlines
TEHRAN (ANA)- The Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation has announced the provision of facilities to resume operations for foreign airline companies in Afghanistan.

Afghanistan Completes 3 Major Dam Projects
TEHRAN (ANA)- The Ministry of Energy and Water said that three major dam construction projects in the country have been completed.

EBRD Forecasts 5.2 Percent GDP Growth for Kazakhstan
TEHRAN (ANA)- The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) forecast 5.2 percent GDP growth for Kazakhstan for the current year.

Top 10 Must-Visit Attractions on Your Dubai Tour
TEHRAN (ANA)- Dubai is a city that seamlessly blends modern marvels with rich cultural heritage, making it one of the most sought-after travel destinations in the world.

Turkey Fivefolds Investment in Startups in 2024
TEHRAN (ANA)- The consultancy firm KPMG Türkiye reported that the country’s investment transactions volume for the startups increased to $2.6 billion in 2024.

Türkiye Welcomes 2.17 Million Tourists in January
TEHRAN (ANA)- The Culture and Tourism Ministry announced that the country hosted 2.17 million foreign tourists in January, showing a 6.1 percent hike compared to the previous year's record of 2.05 million in the same period.

Russian Central Bank Keeps Key Interest Rate Unchanged
TEHRAN (ANA)- The Bank of Russia has decided to keep the key interest rate at 21 percent, signaling a possible rise for the next meeting, said a statement by the bank.

Turkish Automotive Exports Starts 2025 with New Record
TEHRAN (ANA)- Türkiye's Automotive Manufacturers Association announced that automotive production decreased by 3% on a yearly basis to 105,397 units in January.

Budget Deficit in Türkiye Decreases to 3.9 Billion Dollars
TEHRAN (ANA)- A report by the Turkish Treasury and Finance Ministry said that the central government budget showed a $3.9 billion deficit in January.