During a government meeting on Friday, 13 September 2024, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov announced plans to foster international cooperation of Turkmenistan in the digital sphere. In particular, it is proposed to develop an Action Plan to align the country’s legislative framework with contemporary international legal standards. To achieve this, […]
OSCE organizes capacity-building workshop on gender-based and domestic violence in Turkmenistan
Representatives of state institutions and civil society organizations participated in an OSCE-organized workshop on gender-based violence (GBV) that took place on 12 and 13 September in Ashgabat. The OSCE Centre in Ashgabat organized the two-day event to discuss with national stakeholders the findings and recommendations made as a result of the evaluation of the Centre’s […]
UNRCCA, UNOCT, OSCE and Government of Uzbekistan organizes the first meeting of the Working Groups of the Regional Expert Council on Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Returnees
UNRCCA, the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), the Office of the Project Coordinator of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and the Government of Uzbekistan organized the first meeting of the working groups of the Central Asia Regional Expert Council on Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Returnees. The virtual event, held on 26 […]
The Interdepartmental Commission on the Implementation of Turkmenistan’s international obligations in the field of human rights and International Humanitarian Law held a joint meeting with representatives of the UN, EU, OSCE
On 29 July 2024, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan hosted a joint meeting of the Interdepartmental Commission on the Implementation of Turkmenistan’s international obligations in the field of human rights and international Humanitarian Law and representatives of the UN Country team, EU, and OSCE. It was attended by representatives of the Mejlis of […]
Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Freedom of Expression in focus of OSCE seminar in Turkmenistan
An OSCE-organized seminar on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on freedom of expression took place on 17 and 18 July 2024 in Ashgabat. The two-day event gave an overview of the legal challenges posed by the emergence of AI and presented initiatives of international organizations aimed at addressing these challenges. Opening the seminar, William […]
OSCE seminar addresses the regulatory framework for reducing methane emission in Turkmenistan
Best practices for the regulatory framework, inventory and calculation of greenhouse gas (GHG) emission were shared during an OSCE-organized seminar that began on 16 July in Ashgabat. The OSCE Centre in Ashgabat organized the two-day seminar to provide an overview of existing legislation in the area of GHG (methane) emission and to facilitate the introduction […]
OSCE seminar discusses the role of press services in interaction between state institutions and media in Turkmenistan
An OSCE-organized training seminar on establishing press services of state institutions and organizing their work took place on 9 and 10 July 2024 in Ashgabat. The two-day seminar exposed representatives of key government bodies and national media to best communications practices of state institutions, their structure and main functions, as well as the formats of […]
First aid in focus of OSCE Medical Training-of-Trainers Course for Border Guards in Turkmenistan
An OSCE-organized Medical Training-of-Trainers Course started on 24 June 2024. The course brought together twenty-four border guards who work in remote areas and act as first responders to emergencies and incidents, specializing in rescue operations. The course aims to enhance trainees’ practical skills and focuses on first aid provision and pre-hospital emergency medical care, as […]
Young women from Turkmenistan and Central Asia are invited to participate in the OSCE Renewable Energy Scholarship Program
To support young women’s early careers in the renewable energy sector, the OSCE is proud to announce the second edition of the fully-funded scholarship for the Master’s programme in Strategic Management of Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency. The scholarship will support female applicants from Central Asia, Afghanistan, and Mongolia to pursue a Master’s Degree at […]
UNDP and the British Embassy in Turkmenistan co-host a Climate group meeting
Ashgabat, 31 May 2024: The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the British Embassy in Turkmenistan jointly organized the seventh meeting of the Climate Group of Development Partners to accelerate Turkmenistan’s progress in fulfilling its international obligations under the Paris Agreement. The meeting took place on May 31, 2024 at the Carbon Training Centre of […]
Head of the UNRCCA Kaha Imnadze visits Brussels and participates in Troika meeting
On 27-29 May 2024, Kaha Imnadze, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Central Asia, Head of UNRCCA, visited Brussels and participated in the Troika meeting, organized together with Terhi Hakala, EU Special Representative for Central Asia, and Kate Fearon, Director of the OSCE Conflict Prevention Centre. The Troika format was established in 2010 to […]
First meeting of the Regional Expert Council in Central Asia on the rehabilitation and reintegration of returnees held in Tashkent
The first meeting of the Regional Expert Council on Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Returnees from Conflict Zones in Central Asia was held on May 14 in Tashkent. The Regional Expert Council was established at the initiative of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Mr. Shavkat Mirziyoyev in March 2022 in Tashkent at the High-Level […]
Turkmenistan Highlights Climate Change Initiatives at the First Preparatory Meeting of the 31st OSCE Economic and Environmental Forum
Vienna, April 29-30, 2024 – The Turkmenistan delegation, led by notable figures in environmental protection and digital transformation, has actively contributed to the first preparatory meeting of the 31st OSCE Economic and Environmental Forum held in Vienna. This year’s meeting, under the theme “Enhancing security and stability in the OSCE region through digital innovation, contributing […]
OSCE seminar discusses investment climate and capital market in Turkmenistan
Innovative experiences in improving investment climate and advancing capital market were presented during an OSCE-organized seminar that took place on 24 and 25 April 2024 in Ashgabat. The OSCE Centre in Ashgabat organized the event to facilitate the exchange of best practices in the attraction of direct foreign and domestic investments and formation of an […]
The UNRCCA Preventive Diplomacy Academy held a hybrid session with OSCE
On 17 April, UNRCCA Preventive Diplomacy Academy (PDA) hosted a hybrid session, for the 2024 cohort participants from Central Asia and Afghanistan, which was joined by H.E. Ambassador John S. MacGregor, Head of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) Center in Ashgabat. Speaking to the participants, Mr. McGregor dwelled in detail on […]
Functioning of Business Ombudsperson in focus of OSCE seminar in Turkmenistan
Best practices of the OSCE participating States in establishing business ombudsperson institutions and protecting the rights and legitimate interests of business entities were shared during an OSCE-organized seminar that took place on 15 April 2024 in Ashgabat. The event brought together representatives of the Mejlis (Parliament) of Turkmenistan, Office of the Ombudsperson, Institute of State, […]
В ходе семинара ОБСЕ в Туркменистане были рассмотрены вопросы регулирования выбросов метана
Внедрение системы регулирования выбросов метана было в центре внимания организованного ОБСЕ семинара, который состоялся 11 и 12 апреля 2024 года. Центр ОБСЕ в Ашхабаде организовал двухдневное мероприятие с целью оказать содействие обмену передовой практикой ОБСЕ и международным опытом в области торговли углеродными квотами и представить государственные меры, направленные на регулирование выбросов метана. В семинаре приняли […]
OSCE seminar addresses methane emission management in Turkmenistan
Implementation of methane emission regulating system was in focus of an OSCE-organized seminar that took place on 11 and 12 April 2024. The OSCE Centre in Ashgabat organized the two-day event to share OSCE best practices and international experiences in carbon credit trading and present state measures aimed at methane emission management. The seminar brought […]
International conference in Ashgabat spotlights strengthening of trust among countries for promotion of peace
nCa Report Turkmenistan hosted an international conference on 11 April 2024. The theme of the conference was – Promoting Peace: implementing strategies to strengthen trust between countries. The event was held in hybrid format, with participants and speakers in the auditorium of the institute of international relations in Ashgabat while some speakers joined through video […]
OSCE Parliamentary Assembly Vice President Visits Ashgabat
Reinhold Lopatka, Vice President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly is on visit to Ashgabat. On 1 April he met with Dunyagozel Gulmanova, Chairperson of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan. During the meeting, Gulmanova noted that the development of cooperation with international organizations, including the OSCE, is one of the important areas of foreign policy, and cooperation […]
Turkmen delegation visited Austria
On 10-12 March 2024, a Turkmen delegation headed by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov paid a working visit to Austria. The visit provided an opportunity for meetings with the heads of several international organizations based in Vienna. A round table was also held at the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber on the prospects […]
Turkmenistan, OSCE Pledge Continued Partnership for Peace and Development
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan met with OSCE Secretary General Helga Schmid on Tuesday, 5 March 2024 in Ashgabat, according to TDH. During the meeting President Berdimuhamedov emphasized Turkmenistan’s commitment to peace, security, and sustainable development through its “positive neutrality” foreign policy. This includes fostering cooperation with international organizations like the OSCE. He expressed confidence […]
Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan met with OSCE Secretary General
On March 5, 2024, a meeting was held between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and the Secretary General of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) Helga Schmid. During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and further prospects for the development of cooperation between Turkmenistan and the […]
OSCE-Central Asian Meeting in Ashgabat Paves Way for Stronger Climate Action
On 4 March 2024, Ashgabat hosted a forum of the OSCE and Ministers of Environmental Protection of Central Asian countries on issues related to climate change and sustainable development. OSCE Secretary General Helga Schmid commented on the outcomes of the meeting in an interview with the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper. Here are the key points mentioned […]
OSCE and Central Asia held a meeting in Ashgabat on regional cooperation in the field of ecology
On 4 March 2024, the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) and Central Asian environment ministers convened in Ashgabat to discuss regional ecological cooperation, according to TDH. OSCE Secretary General Helga Schmid emphasized the meeting’s significance, highlighting its role in refocusing attention on contemporary environmental challenges. Schmid stressed that primary aspects of climate […]
Parliament of Turkmenistan hosted a meeting with OSCE Secretary General
On 4 March 2024, Dunyagozel Gulmanova, Chairperson of the Mejlis (Turkmen Parliament), met with Helga Schmid, Secretary General of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE). Gulmanova emphasized the importance of long-term and effective cooperation with international organizations like the OSCE, highlighting that Turkmenistan’s foreign policy prioritizes such partnerships. She pointed out the […]
OSCE Secretary General to visit Turkmenistan
OSCE Secretary General Helga Maria Schmid will visit Turkmenistan from 4 to 6 March for meetings with the Ministers of Environment from Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and with the Deputy Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In Ashgabat, the Secretary General will engage with the high-level officials at a strategic […]
Meeting at the Turkmen Foreign Ministry with the Head of the OSCE Center in Ashgabat
On 26 February 2024, Myahri Byashimova, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, met with Ambassador John McGregor, Head of the OSCE Center in Ashgabat. The meeting addressed the upcoming visit of OSCE Secretary General Helga Schmid to Turkmenistan in March. Discussions also touched upon hosting a high-level meeting of Central Asian Environmental Protection Ministers […]
Turkmenistan and the OSCE to realize 37 projects in the political, economic and humanitarian spheres in 2024
During a government meeting on Friday, 23 February 2024, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov presented a working plan for cooperation between the Government of Turkmenistan and the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe for 2024. According to the plan, work is underway to organize the visit of the OSCE […]
OSCE-led field visit to Valencia port empowers Black Sea and Caspian Sea ports to accelerate sustainable connectivity and energy transition
Driven by the importance of enhancing the safety, resilience, and sustainability of supply chains between Asia and Europe, the Office of the Co-ordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental Activities conducted a two-day field visit to the Port of Valencia for seaport experts from Azerbaijan (port of Baku), Georgia (port of Batumi), Kazakhstan (ports of Aktau […]
Turkmen Specialists Visit Port of Valencia to Learn About Green Initiatives
Representatives from Turkmenistan’s Agency for Maritime and River Transport (“Turkmendenizderyayollary”) paid a working visit to the Port of Valencia, Spain, on 14-15 February 2024. This trip was part of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) project “Promoting Green Ports and Connectivity in the Caspian Region.” The visit aimed to learn about the […]
Turkmenistan and OSCE: A Busy Year of Cooperation Ahead
Turkmenistan has laid out an ambitious agenda for cooperation with the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) in 2024, showcasing its commitment to promoting regional security and trust. During a Cabinet of ministers meeting on 19 January 2024, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov approved a series of proposals presented by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign […]
Partnering for Progress: A Strong Year for OSCE-Turkmenistan Cooperation
The year 2023 was a record year for the number of visits to Turkmenistan by high-ranking OSCE representatives, writes Ambassador John McGregor, head of the OSCE Center in Ashgabat, in his congratulatory article in Turkmen newspapers. The Ambassador shared the highlights of another successful year of cooperation between the Government of Turkmenistan and the OSCE […]
Role of women in organized crime in focus at OSCE workshop for law enforcement bodies in Central Asia
On 18 and 19 December, the OSCE Transnational Threats Department, in co-operation with the OSCE Project Co-ordinator in Uzbekistan, organized a regional workshop to present and discuss the findings of the OSCE assessment report on ‘Understanding the role of women in organized crime’ in the context of Central Asia. The workshop was held in Tashkent, […]
Officials from Turkmenistan gain skills in corruption proofing legislation
Seventeen officials from the General Prosecutor´s office, the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Finance, and the Parliament of Turkmenistan strengthened their knowledge of corruption proofing draft legislation in a training course held from 4 to 6 December 2023 in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. The Office of the Coordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental Activities (OCEEA) organized […]
OSCE promotes measures to prevent gender-based violence in Turkmenistan
The last in a series of OSCE-supported three-day seminars on ethics and psychology of family relations, which focused on gender roles, gender relations and domestic violence, concluded on 1 December 2023. Whereas the first seminar took place in October and targeted youth representatives, the second one was held in early November and brought together representatives […]
OSCE organizes workshops on effective negotiation in Turkmenistan
Over forty young and future diplomats participated in OSCE-organized workshops on effective negotiation that took place from 29 November to 1 December 2023 in Ashgabat. The OSCE Centre in Ashgabat organized the workshops to promote OSCE best practices and mechanisms in conflict prevention and early warning among young and future diplomats in Turkmenistan and equip […]
Turkmenistan Participates in OSCE Ministerial Council Meeting in Skopje
A delegation from Turkmenistan, led by Deputy Foreign Minister Vepa Hajiyev, attended the 30th meeting of the OSCE Ministerial Council, held in Skopje, Republic of Macedonia, from 30 November to 1 December 2023. The meeting brought together heads and representatives of foreign affairs agencies from the 57 OSCE participating states, as well as delegations from […]
Gender aspects of border and security management in focus of OSCE regional workshop in Turkmenistan
An OSCE-organized regional workshop on gender mainstreaming in border management, held in a blended format, took place on 23 and 24 November 2023 in Ashgabat. The workshop brought together, online and in-person, officials from the five Central Asian countries’ border security and management agencies. The Head of the OSCE Centre in Ashgabat, a member of […]
OSCE supports regional conference on the role of youth in addressing climate change in Turkmenistan
On 21 November 2023, Turkmenistan’s International University for Humanities and Development hosted an OSCE-supported conference on engaging youth in addressing climate change. The event was initiated to provide a platform for a regional expert-level dialogue to share best practices on raising awareness of young people about issues related to climate change mitigation and adaptation and […]
Turkmenistan voices Peace and Security Initiatives at OSCE Parliamentary Assembly
Turkmenistan showcased its major international peace and security initiatives at the autumn session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE PA), held in Yerevan, Armenia, from 18 to 20 November 2023. Themed “OSCE in Times of Crisis: Role of the PA in Responding to Internal and External Challenges,” […]
OSCE continues training on digital forensics in Turkmenistan
From 6 to 11 November, the OSCE Transnational Threats Department (TNTD) and the OSCE Centre in Ashgabat delivered the second part of an introductory course on digital forensics for law enforcement representatives from Turkmenistan. Twenty-two officials from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Office of the Prosecutor General and the cybersecurity service of the “Turkmenaragatnashyk” […]
Reduction of methane emissions in focus of OSCE seminar in Turkmenistan
Representatives of the State Energy Institute of Turkmenistan, State Concerns “Turkmengas” and “Turkmenoil” participated in an OSCE-organized seminar on monitoring and scientific research on the reduction of methane emissions that took place on 6 and 7 November 2023. The two-day online event aimed to present best practices of the OSCE participating States in the area […]
OSCE seminar addresses financial instruments of securities market in Turkmenistan
International standards and best practices of the OSCE participating States in the development and functioning of the effective capital market were presented during an OSCE-organized seminar that took place on 7 November 2023. International experts focused on the development and functioning of the primary and secondary securities market and provided insights into the procedure of […]
Regional Security and Sustainable Development in Focus at Forum of the OSCE Secretary General and the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Central Asia Countries
On October 31, 2023, a meeting of the Secretary General of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and the heads Foreign Ministries of the Central Asian states was held in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, during which a thorough exchange of views took place on the most important topics of regional […]
OSCE Secretary General to Discuss Regional Cooperation with Central Asian Countries in Ashgabat
OSCE Secretary General Helga Maria Schmid is on visit Turkmenistan on 31 October for meetings with Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the OSCE’s Central Asian participating States and other high-level officials. In Ashgabat, the Secretary General will attend the “Forum of the OSCE Secretary General and the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Central Asia Countries”, […]
OSCE organizes training course on media literacy in Turkmenistan
Representatives of Turkmenistan’s national media and institutions involved in the implementation of the National Human Rights Action Plan for 2021-2025 (NHRAP) participated in an OSCE-organized training course on media literacy that took place on 19 and 20 October 2023. International experts from Armenia and Moldova explored links between media and fundamental principles of journalism and […]
OSCE trains staff of Turkmenistan’s TV channels in skills to cover environmental issues
An OSCE-organized training course on the production of TV programmes covering environmental issues took place from 10 to 13 October 2023 in Ashgabat. The four-day course brought together editors and camera operators from Turkmenistan’s TV channels as well as journalism instructors from three universities and aimed to enhance their professional skills and capacity to report […]
Turkmenistan is ready to expand cooperation with the OSCE to ensure peace and sustainable development in the region and the world
Turkmenistan will continue to expand cooperation with the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) in the future to ensure peace and sustainable development in the region and the world. This was stated by the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov during a meeting on 9 October 2023, with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of […]
OSCE Chairman-in-Office Osmani to visit Turkmenistan
The OSCE Chairman-in-Office, Minister of Foreign Affairs of North Macedonia Bujar Osmani, will visit Turkmenistan on 9 October to meet with high-level government officials, parliamentarians and civil society. In Ashgabat, Chairman Osmani will meet the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, Chairman of the People’s Council Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, Chairperson of Mejlis (the Parliament) Dunyagozel Gulmanova, and […]