A roundtable of think tanks of Central Asian countries and the Republic of Korea was held in Seoul on 20 November 2023, the Foreign Ministry of Kazakhstan said in a press release. During the event, the participants discussed issues of cooperation within the framework of the Central Asia – Republic of Korea Cooperation Forum (CARK). […]
Central Asia – Republic of Korea: significance for Kazakhstan
Bauyrzhan Auken, Senior Expert of the Department of Asian Studies, Kazakhstan Institute for Strategic Studies On November 1, 2023, the 16th Session of Foreign Ministers of the Cooperation Forum “Central Asia – Republic of Korea” took place in Ashgabat. The session was dedicated to the theme “Collaboration through the realization of the enormous potential of […]
Daewoo Engineering & Construction opens a branch in Turkmenistan – a bridgehead for entry into Central Asia
The Korean company Daewoo Engineering & Construction, a long-time partner of Turkmenistan, opened a branch in Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan, on 31 October, which will become an advanced base for expansion into Central Asia, the company’s press service reports. The event was attended by representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Korea, including […]
Daewoo Engineering & Construction открывает филиал в Туркменистане – плацдарм для расширения выхода на рынок Центральной Азии
Корейская компания Daewoo Engineering & Construction, давний партнер Туркменистана, открыл 31 октября филиал в Ашхабаде, столице Туркменистана, который станет передовой базой для расширения деятельности в Центральной Азии, сообщает пресс-служба компании. В мероприятии приняли участие представители Министерства иностранных дел Кореи, в том числе председатель Daewoo Engineering & Construction Джонг Вон-джу, министр иностранных дел Пак Джин, посол […]
Turkmenistan-Korea and Central Asia-Korea Business Councils Hold Meetings in Ashgabat
On 2 November 2023, the 5th meeting of the Turkmenistan-Republic of Korea Business Council and the 4th meeting of the Central Asia-Republic of Korea Business Council were held in Ashgabat, TDH reports. The Turkmenistan-Korea Business Council meeting was attended by representatives of ministries and industry departments, including the fuel and energy sector, the transport sector, […]
President of Turkmenistan received Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea
On Wednesday, 1 November 2023, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea, Park Jin, according to TDH. Minister Park conveyed greetings to the head of state from President Yun Seok-yeol of the Republic of Korea and stressed that Korea attaches great importance to strengthening the interstate dialogue based […]
Turkmenistan, Korea Discuss Ways to Strengthen Ties in Education
A meeting between the Rector of the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and the Executive Director of the Secretariat of the Korea – Central Asia Cooperation Forum was held in Ashgabat, Embassy of Turkmenistan to Korea reports. On October 31, 2023 in the framework of the official visit […]
MFA Turkmenistan issued PRESS RELEASE on the 16th meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the Central Asia-Republic of Korea Cooperation Forum
On November 1, 2023, a meeting of the foreign ministers took place in Ashgabat within the framework of the “Central Asia-Republic of Korea” cooperation format. The current meeting of the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the Central Asian countries and the Republic of Korea was devoted to the topic “Cooperation through the realization of the […]
Korean Businesses Seek Opportunities in Turkmenistan’s Infrastructure Sector
On an official visit to Turkmenistan, S.Korean Minister of Foreign Affairs Park Jin met with the Deputy Prime Minister of Turkmenistan Baymyrat Annamammedov responsible for industrial and construction sector. According to foreign ministry of Korea, the meeting took place at the opening ceremony of the Daewoo Engineering Ashgabat branch on 31 October. During the meeting, […]
Turkmenistan and South Korea Sign Agreement on Trade and Economic Cooperation, Forging Strategic Ties
On 31 October, 2023, Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with South Korean Foreign Minister Park Jin, who is in Ashgabat on an official visit. The two ministers discussed a wide range of bilateral cooperation issues, noting that Turkmenistan and South Korea attach special importance to further developing their partnership, which is traditionally based […]
S.Korean FM Park Jin to attend 16th Korea-Central Asia Cooperation Forum in Ashgabat – A series of events expected on the sidelines of the Forum
Minister of Foreign Affairs Park Jin will attend the 16th Korea-Central Asia Cooperation Forum to take place in the Turkmen capital of Ashgabat on November 1, says Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs in a press release. The Forum will be co-hosted by the Korean and Turkmenistan Ministries of Foreign Affairs and bring together the Foreign […]
Korean Company Helps Turkmenistan Localize ATM Production
The largest electronics manufacturer in Turkmenistan, Aydin Gijeler Company and the Korean company Hyosung Corporation have announced their plans to localize the production of ATMs in the country, Salam News reports. The plans were unveiled during a meeting with representatives of the banking industry of Turkmenistan and Korean partners, which was held in Ashgabat at […]
National Foundation Day of the Republic of Korea celebrated in Ashgabat
On Wednesday, 4 October 2023, at the Yildiz Hotel in Ashgabat, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Turkmenistan hosted a solemn reception dedicated to the celebration of the National Foundation Day of the Republic of Korea. The event was attended by about 300 guests, including representatives of the Government of Turkmenistan, members of […]
Turkmenistan and S.Korea to forge railroad cooperation
On 20 September 2023 the top-management of the “Turkmendemiryollary” Agency [Turkmen Railways] held a videoconference meeting with the representatives of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport of the Republic of Korea, Korea Railroad Corporation, as well as the Korea National Railway state-owned company, the embassy of Turkmenistan to Korea reported. At the beginning of […]
Korean Embassy to Turkmenistan donates special equipment to the National Taekwondo Center
On 22 September 2023, the ceremony of donating special Taekwondo devices to the National Taekwondo Center (WTF) of Turkmenistan from the Embassy of the Republic of Korea to Turkmenistan took place at the indoor athletics arena of the Olympic Town in Ashgabat. The donated special devices for Taekwondo include chest protectors for hands and feet […]
Turkmen and Korean shipbuilders to jointly build two bulk carriers
The Turkmen Shipbuilding and Ship Repair Plant “Balkan” and the Korean company “Koryo Shipbuilding Industry Technology Co., Ltd.” (KSIT) have signed a contract for the joint construction of two dry cargo vessels with a capacity of 6,100 tons. Highly qualified engineers from KSIT and local staff from the Balkan plant will work together on the […]
Turkmenistan, S.Korea explore ways to enhance cooperation in banking sector
On 12 September 2023, an online meeting between the representatives of the Central Bank of Turkmenistan and the representatives of the Korean Federation of Banks was held, Embassy of Turkmenistan to Korea reports. During the meeting, the sides discussed the current state of bilateral cooperation between two countries in the banking sphere. It was emphasized […]
Turkmenistan and South Korea discuss shipbuilding cooperation to develop national merchant fleet
Shipbuilding projects have become the subject of negotiations between the Agency of Maritime and River Transport of Turkmenistan “Turkmendenizderyayollary” with representatives of the Korean Association of Marine Equipment (KOMEA) and the company Koryo Shipbuilding Industry Technology. Co., Ltd. (KSIT). According to the Agency of Transport and Communications under the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, the […]
Turkmenistan and South Korea eye to deepen partnership in shipbuilding
The Balkan Shipbuilding and Ship Repair Plant, located on the territory of the International Port of Turkmenbashi, is negotiating with leading companies of the Republic of Korea in order to implement shipbuilding projects, says the Agency of Marine and River Transport of Turkmenistan “Turkmendenizderyayollary”. In particular, Korean companies will supply equipment and materials for shipbuilding […]
Ambassador of Kazakhstan in Seoul hopes to boost Central Asia – Korea ties
Kazakhstan’s new ambassador to Korea, Nurgali Arystanov, hopes to boost the C5+Korea, a diplomatic channel that engages Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan governments with Korea. This follows from his interview with The Korea Herald. Speaking to The Korea Herald, Arystanov outlined his vision to elevate C5+Korea and touched on past success stories. Arystanov hopes […]
Turkmen Delegation wrapped up visit to Korea – DPM for energy and construction had a series of meeting with S.Korean business community
From 17 to 21 July 2023, the official delegation of Turkmenistan led by Deputy Prime Minister Baymyrat Annamammedov (energy, construction, industry) visited the Republic of Korea. The Embassy of Korea to Turkmenistan published a press release, summarizing the outcomes of the visit: Within the framework of the visit, the delegation consisted of the official representatives […]
The President of Turkmenistan and the Speaker of the National Assembly of S.Korea discussed the issues of interstate cooperation
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Friday, 21 Jul 2023, Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea Kim Jin-pyo, who is in Turkmenistan on an official visit, TDH reports. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted that Turkmenistan highly appreciates the traditionally friendly relations with Korea and is ready to further develop them in all directions. In […]
Turkmen DPM for energy, construction and industry met with Korean PM in Seoul
On Monday, 17 July, Prime Minister Han Duck-Soo of Korea received Turkmenistan’s Deputy Prime Minister for Energy, Construction and Industry Baimurat Anamamedov, Yonhap News reports. Prime Minister Han welcomed the visit of DPM Anamamedov to Korea and said that this year marks the 15th anniversary of the establishment of bilateral partnership between the two countries, […]
Economic cooperation between Korea and Central Asia discussed in Seoul
The Korea Times hosted a roundtable titled “Future of Korea-Central Asia Economic Cooperation” at the Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) headquarters in Seoul, on Friday, 23 June. The meeting was aimed to discuss the potential synergy between Korea’s technological prowess and Central Asia’s resource wealth, which can open new opportunities for fruitful partnerships […]
The President of Turkmenistan received the new Ambassador of Korea
On Monday, 12 June, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the newly appointed Ambassador of South Korea to Turkmenistan Ji Kyu-taek, who presented credentials to the head of state. During the meeting, the dynamic nature of interstate partnership was emphasized both in the bilateral format and within the framework of international organizations, primarily the United Nations. The […]
Newly appointed Ambassador of Korea to Turkmenistan preseneted copy of credentials at the Foreign Ministry
On June 9, 2023, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Vepa Hajiyev met with the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Turkmenistan Ji Kyu-Taek, during which copies of his credentials were accepted. Hajiyev congratulated the Ambassador and expressed hope that with his appointment our bilateral relations would take on a more dynamic […]
A quiz about Korea will be held at the Institute of World Languages in Ashgabat
A preliminary selection for a quiz about the Republic of Korea will be held at the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages on 15 June, the Korean Embassy in Ashgabat says. 30 participants from among the students of the Faculty of Korean Language of the Azadi Institute and students from the King Sejong […]
Turkmen permanent representative to the UN met with Korean Deputy Foreign Minister
On June 5, 2023, at the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the UN, A. Ataeva, Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan to the UN, met with Mr. Yong min Park, Deputy Minister for Multilateral and Global Affairs of the Republic of Korea. During the meeting, a constructive exchange of views took place on the bilateral cooperation of […]
Daewoo E&C может построить в Туркменистане первый в Центральной Азии завод по производству голубого аммиака
Корейская компания Daewoo E&C может построить в Туркменистане промышленный объект – первый в Центральной Азии, который будет выпускать голубой аммиак. Об этом сообщается в пресс-релизе компании по итогам недавнего визита председателя правления Daewoo E&C Джонга Вон-джу в Ашхабад. В частности, Daewoo E&C предложила построить в Балканском велаяте завод карбамидо-аммиачных удобрений в качестве первого завода по […]
Daewoo E&C may build blue ammonia plant in Turkmenistan, first of its kind in Central Asia
The Korean company Daewoo E&C may build an industrial facility in Turkmenistan – the first in Central Asia to produce blue ammonia, the company said in a press release following the recent visit of Chairman of the Board of Daewoo E&C Jong Won-ju to Ashgabat. In particular, Daewoo E&C proposes to build a carbamide-ammonia fertilizer […]
Head of the Korea-Turkmenistan interparliamentary friendship group is on a working visit to Ashgabat
A parliamentary delegation led by the head of the Interparliamentary Friendship Group Korea–Turkmenistan Lee Dal-gon is on a working visit to Ashgabat. On Monday, 17 April, the delegation held a number of meetings, including with Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, Speaker of Parliament Dunyagozel Gulmanova, Deputy Prime Minister for the Oil and Gas […]
Korea will foot the bill for feasibility study of Tajik section of TAT rail
Korea will bear the expenses for the preparation of the feasibility study for the construction of the Tajik section of Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Tajikistan railway line (TAT rail). This was reported by the Tajik news service Asia-Plus on 1 February 2023. The J. Balkhi – Dzhaihun – Nizhny Pyanj railway section inside Tajikistan will be about 50km in […]
Korea could be interested in financing Tajik section of Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Tajikistan Railway
Tajikistan is seeking foreign capital for the feasibility study of the J. Balkhi-Jayhun-Panji Poyon railway construction project, informs the ministry of transport of Tajikistan in its press release of 10 January 2023. A special study group of KOICA (Korea International Cooperation Agency) is visiting Tajikistan, 6-13 January 2023, to discuss the financing of the project […]
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov preseneted partnership opportunities for Korean business in Turkmenistan
Issues of further development of the Turkmen-Korean trade and economic cooperation were discussed during a business meeting of chairman of Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov with the major Korean companies, which took place in Seoul on 29 November 2022. The representatives of Hyundai Engineering, Hyundai Corporation, Hyundai Motor, Export-Import Bank of Korea KEXIM, LX International Corp., […]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov discussed energy cooperation with the President of Korea
The energy and infrastructure cooperation between Korea and Turkmenistan has taken a key place on the agenda of the meeting of Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov with President of South Korea Yoon Suk Yeol in Seoul, on 29 November 2022. According to the administration of the Korean President, the meeting discussed prospects for […]
Central Asia and Korea are preparing for a cooperation forum
On Wednesday, 12 October, deputy foreign ministers of South Korea and Central Asian countries met online. The meeting was a preparatory event for the 15th session of the Cooperation Forum of Korea, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, which will be held on 25-26 October 2022 at the level of foreign ministers in Busan. During […]
Foreign Minister of Korea met with Central Asian ambassadors
Korean foreign minister Park Jin had a meeting with the Ambassadors of the five Central Asian countries to Korea on Wednesday, 22 June. He congratulated ambassadors of Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan on the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Korea and the Central Asian countries. Park Jin shared the Korean […]
Министр иностранных дел Туркменистана выступил в ходе 13-го Форума сотрудничества «Центральная Азия-Корея»
25 ноября 2020 года состоялся 13-ый Форум сотрудничества «Центральная Азия-Корея», в ходе которого было заслушано видеообращение Министра иностранных дел Туркменистана Р.Мередова. В рамках Форума также выступили Министр иностранных дел Республики Казахстан М.Тлеуберди, Первый заместитель министра иностранных дел Кыргызской Республики Н.Ниязалиев, Министр иностранных дел Республики Таджикистан С.Мухриддин, Министр иностранных дел Республики Узбекистан А.Камилов и Министр иностранных […]
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan gave a speech at the 13th Central Asia-Korea Cooperation Forum
On November 25, 2020, the 13th Central Asia-Korea Cooperation Forum was held, during which the video statement of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan R.Meredov was heard. The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan M. Tleuberdi, the First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic N.Niyazaliev, Minister of Foreign […]
Туркменистан выступает за сотрудничество по разрешению региональных и глобальных экологических проблем
В ходе своего выступления на 13-ом Форуме сотрудничества «Центральная Азия-Корея» в онлайн формате Министр иностранных дел Туркменистана изложил позицию Туркменистана по экологической тематике. Как известно экологическая безопасность является одним из ключевых векторов взаимодействия в рамках Форума сотрудничества «Центральная Азия-Корея». Туркменистан рассматривает охрану окружающей среды в качестве одного из важнейших направлений государственной политики Туркменистана. Это проявляется […]
Turkmenistan advocates cooperation in resolving regional and global environmental problems
During his speech at the 13th Central Asia-Korea Cooperation Forum in an online format, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan outlined the position of Turkmenistan on environmental issues. As is known, environmental safety is one of the key vectors of interaction within the framework of the Central Asia-Korea Cooperation Forum. Turkmenistan considers environmental protection […]
Turkmen cinema on the big screens of Seoul
Elvira Kadyrova The Turkmen feature film “At-Myrat” will be shown in Seoul, the capital of South Korea, during the Central Asian Cinema week starting on 10 September. The film “At-Myrat” directed by K.Annanov and V. Ishanguliyev debuted in Turkmenistan in March 2017. The film tells about the personal development of a teenager Merdan and his […]
Korea successfully contains Covid-19
The Republic of Korea (South Korea) is winning the fight against Covid-19. It is a combined result of timely response, multifaceted effort and total dedication of the frontline healthcare professionals. It is a successful model of how to deal with the outbreak of an infectious disease. The worst is over and now Korea is ready […]
Kazakhstan hosts the Ministerial Forum “Central Asia-Republic of Korea”
Elvira Kadyrova On 16 October 2019, Nur-Sultan hosted the 12th session of the forum “Central Asia – Republic of Korea” The forum was attended by the foreign ministers of Kazakhstan Mukhtar Tleuberdi, Republic of Korea – Kang Kyung-wha, Kyrgyzstan – Chingiz Aidarbekov, Tajikistan – Sirojiddin Mukhriddin and Uzbekistan – Abdulaziz Kamilov. Turkmenistan was represented by […]
Korean embassy hosts reception to mark National Foundation Day of Korea
Ambassador Chin Ki-Hoon of Korea hosted a reception on Tuesday (8 October 2019) to mark the National Foundation Day of Korea. Here is the speech of the ambassador on the occasion: Honorable Chairman Niyazliyev, Turkmen Government Officials, Colleague Ambassadors and Diplomats, Korean citizens and ethnic Koreans, Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen. Good evening. Thank you […]
Exclusive – Interview with Ambassador of Korea in Turkmenistan
Ambassador Chin Ki-hoon of Korea recently spoke to nCa about the state and prospects of bilateral relations between Korea and Turkmenistan. Here is the transcript of his interview: nCa: Korea and Turkmenistan have always been close partners. What are the current processes and developments in bilateral relations? Ambassador Chin: Korea and Turkmenistan have developed close […]
Turkmenistan – changing dynamics of bilateral and multilateral partnership – Part 2
Tariq Saeedi On 18 April 2019, after touring the Kiyanly polymer plant at the Caspian shore, a mega project done by a consortium led by the Korean companies, President Moon Jae-in said, “The complex in Kiyanly is only the beginning of bilateral economic cooperation, the potential of which is not only great, it knows no […]
Turkmenistan – changing dynamics of bilateral and multilateral partnership – Part 1
Tariq Saeedi With the seven-year development for the period 2019-2025 decisively in motion, the economy of Turkmenistan has entered a new phase of development. The growth rate of GDP is projected to reach 8.2% by 2025. The share of industry would be 33.8% of the GDP, agriculture 8.9%, construction 11.5%, and services sector 45.8%. The […]
Breakthrough in Korean peninsula is great news for Central Asia
nCa Report The Korean people are no strangers to Central Asia. At the time of break-up of the Soviet Union there were more than half a million people of Korean descent were residing in Central Asia, mostly in Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan but in smaller numbers in Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan and Tajikistan. They were traditionally identified as […]
Пхенчхан-2018 – Зимние Олимпийские Игры в Южной Корее открываютв стране и Азии
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