The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov handed Afazal Muhammad Sabir a document on his accreditation in Turkmenistan as Charge d’affaires of Afghanistan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan reports. The Afghan diplomat has been representing his country in Ashgabat for a number of years. During the meeting, the parties discussed a […]
Turkmenistan and Türkiye plan high and highest level visits this year
On July 26, 2024, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Türkiye Mekan Ishangulyev met with the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkey Ayşe Berris Ekinci. During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of bilateral political, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian cooperation. Particular […]
Delegation of the European Union to Turkmenistan Hosts Information Session for Civil Society Organizations
On 25 July, the Delegation of the EU to Turkmenistan held an engaging information session aimed at guiding civil society organizations (CSOs) through the application process for the Civil Society Operational Facility. This event was facilitated by an independent consultant Madalena Moita and focused on empowering CSOs as key contributors to good governance and development. […]
Afghanistan gets ready to launch TAPI Project
The Ministry of Mines and Petroleum of Afghanistan stated that all preparations have been made for the commencement of the TAPI project, according to TOLOnews. The spokesman for the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum, Homayoun Afghan, said that security is ensured in the country, and the challenges related to land acquisition for the TAPI project […]
Turkmenistan and EU Explore Deeper Ties in Transport
Turkmenistan and the European Union are strengthening their partnership, with a particular focus on transportation. This was highlighted during an informal meeting between Turkmenistan’s Ambassador to Belgium S. Palvanov and Taneli Lahti, Head of the Cabinet of the EU Commissioner for International Partnerships. The officials discussed a range of existing bilateral and multilateral projects and […]
Turkmenistan and Kyrgyzstan Discuss New Investment Fund, Transport Links, and Textile Collaboration
On 26 July 2024, the VI meeting of the intergovernmental Kyrgyz-Turkmen commission on trade, economic, scientific, technical and humanitarian cooperation between the Kyrgyz Republic and Turkmenistan in a narrow and expanded format was in Cholpon-Ata, Kyrgyz Republic. During the meeting in a narrow format, negotiations were held between Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers […]
The President of Turkmenistan received the newly appointed Ambassador of Germany
On Wednesday, 24 July 2024, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the newly appointed Ambassador of Germany to Turkmenistan, Bernd Heinze. The diplomat presented credentials to the head of state and conveyed greetings from President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and Chancellor Olaf Scholz. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov conveyed his wishes to the German leadership and stressed that Germany is one […]
Pakistan and Turkmenistan for Expediting TAPI Pipeline Project: Resolved for Continuous Engagement
Federal Minister for Petroleum of Pakistan Dr Musadik Malik held a meeting with the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Mr. Rashid Meredov who is on a two day visit to Pakistan accompanied by Turkmen delegation including Mr.Ata Haljanov, head of International economic cooperation division, Ministry of […]
ADB and FutureWater hold Initial Discussions on Climate Adaptation Project in Turkmenistan
Early July, an Asian Development Bank (ADB) delegation and FutureWater visited Ashgabat for meetings and consultations with specialists from Turkmenistan’s Ministries of Agriculture and Environmental Protection, as well as the State Committee of Water Resources. The goal was to establish scientific and practical cooperation for a new climate adaptation-focused project. The proposed project focuses on […]
Kazakhstan Sees Fourfold Increase in Turkmen Tourists
Kazakhstan witnessed a significant surge in tourism from Turkmenistan in 2023, with visitor numbers quadrupling to approximately 20,000. This was announced by Kazakhstan’s Minister of Sports and Tourism Yermek Marzhikpayev during a meeting with Turkmen Ambassador Batyr Rejepov on 22 July 2024. Kazakhstan’s diverse landscape and abundant resources have fostered the growth of various tourism […]
UN Human Rights Office initiates discussion on recommendations provided to Turkmenistan within the 4th cycle of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR)
Following the receipt and acceptance of Universal Periodic Review recommendations by Turkmenistan, the UN Office for Human Rights in Central Asia (OHCHR) this week emphasized the importance of using these recommendations as a roadmap for enhancing legislation, implementing human rights programmes and making progress on the enjoyment of human rights for all in Turkmenistan. On […]
Central Asia + Japan Summit Dialogue to take place in Astana on 9-10 August 2024
On July 24, 2024, the Meeting of Senior Officials of the «Central Asia + Japan» Dialogue was held via videoconference. The meeting was attended by deputy heads of foreign affairs agencies of the countries of Central Asia and Japan. Turkmenistan was represented at this event by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ahmet Gurbanov. The parties […]
Visit of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan to Pakistan
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov is on a visit to Pakistan. On 23 July 2024, he held a number of meetings, including with the President of Pakistan and the Prime Minister. Bilateral political consultations were also held on the same day. As is obvious from the press materials, […]
Turkmenistan, FAO Discuss Project to Bolster Ecosystems and Agriculture
An interdepartmental meeting in the hybrid format in Ashgabat brought together representatives from Turkmenistan’s environmental and agricultural sectors, scientific institutions, and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper reports. The meeting focused on developing a joint action plan for an FAO sub-project. This project aims to support ecosystems and promote natural solutions in […]
Social Support for Women in Turkmenistan: UNFPA Conducts Training Workshop for Specialists
From July 8th to 12th, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in Turkmenistan held a five-day workshop dedicated to providing social support to women and families facing difficult life situations. The goal of the event was to train social workers and psychologists in providing social services and psychological counseling to women and families from vulnerable […]
Turkmen Medical Students Gain Practical Experience at Astrakhan State Medical University
From 5 to 20 July 2024, fourth-year medical students from the Myrat Garryev State Medical University of Turkmenistan had an internship in general medicine at the clinic of Astrakhan State Medical University (ASMU). The program is a result of a successful collaboration between the two institutions under the academic mobility program. This internship provides future […]
Philippines joined the Group of Friends of Sustainable Transport
The Republic of the Philippines announced its accession to the Group of Friends of Sustainable Transport, established on July 6, 2022, at the initiative of Turkmenistan. The first Ministerial meeting of the Group was convened at the United Nations Headquarters in New York on 16 April 2024. General Information The Group of Friends of Sustainable […]
Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan and the UAE Ambassador discussed the outcomes of the Turkmen-Emirati business forum – the UAE and Turkmenistan seek to expand economic relations
On 19 July 2024, Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan Mergen Gurdov met with the Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Turkmenistan Ahmed Al-Hameli. The meeting was dedicated to the outcomes of the Turkmenistan – United Arab Emirates business forum, held on 25 June this year in Ashgabat, the Chamber […]
H1 2024: the trade turnover between Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan exceeded $ 600 million
In the first half of 2024, the mutual trade turnover between Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan amounted to US $ 614.2 million. Compared to the same period last year, the growth rate amounted to almost US $ 170 million, according to the Statistics Agency under the President of Uzbekistan. As a result, Turkmenistan took the sixth place […]
International Investment Forum and Exhibition (TIF 2024) will be held in Ashgabat on September 19 – 20, 2024
International Investment Forum and Exhibition (TIF 2024) will be held in Ashgabat on September 19 – 20, 2024, on the eve of Turkmenistan’s 33rd anniversary of Independence. https://tif-turkmenistan.com/ The Forum is organized by the Ministry of Finance & Economy and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. TIF 2024 is intended to become the leading […]
Iran-China freight train relaunched
Iran-China freight train was relaunched at Aprin dry port, in Eslamshahr county, southwest of Tehran city, on Sunday (21 Jul). Relaunching this train was simultaneous with launching first phase of the China-Europe rail corridor, in a ceremony attended by Miad Salehi, the head of the Islamic Republic of Iran Railways (known as RAI), as well […]
Kazakhstan to Repair Road to Turkmenistan Border
The Ministry of Transport of Kazakhstan is planning to repair a 229-kilometer highway leading from Zhanaozen to Kenderli and onward to the border with Turkmenistan. This project aims to improve transportation infrastructure and boost the tourism potential of the Mangystau region, particularly the resort village of Kenderli, according to the ministry. The existing road belongs […]
Turkmenistan aims to foster international cooperation in renewable energy
Turkmenistan is setting its sights on amplifying international cooperation in the renewable energy sector. DMP, Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov announced the development of a Plan to strengthen Turkmenistan’s international cooperation in the field of renewable energy sources for 2025-2030. As is known, Turkmenistan is carrying out comprehensive work on the implementation of the […]
The capacity of the eastern direction of the North-South transport corridor through Kazakhstan will increase to 10 million tons per year
“In whatever country the International North–South Transport Corridor begins and ends, almost all of its routes run through Kazakhstan,” Deputy Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Serik Zhumangarin said during his remarks at the opening of the first transport trade and export forum “North-South” in Aktau. According to him, by 2027, the capacity of the eastern direction […]
Visit of the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan to Romania
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Akhmet Gurbanov visited Romania. On 18-19 July, he held a series of meetings in Bucharest. The main topics of discussion were political, interparliamentary cooperation, issues of interaction in transport projects and education. Political consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and Romania On July 18, 2024, […]
Turkmenistan and UN Strengthen Partnership at Second Strategic Advisory Board Meeting
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, 16 July 2024 – The United Nations Country Team (UNCT) in Turkmenistan participated in the Second meeting of the “Turkmenistan – UN” Strategic Advisory Board (SAB), which was established by the President of Turkmenistan on March 8, 2024. The meeting was co-chaired by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of […]
Alongside TAPI gas line route: Crucial regional rail project on the cards
Pakistan and Turkmenistan are likely to announce next week, the construction of a railway line along the route of the TAPI (Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India) gas pipeline project to enhance regional connectivity and provide a reliable transportation link between the two countries, well-informed sources told Business Recorder. This announcement is part of the decisions to be taken at […]
Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Afghanistan discussed the construction of a new railway line – Turkmenistan will soon begin construction of a logistics center in Torghundi
A trilateral meeting of representatives of Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Afghanistan took place on the sidelines of the first transport trade and export forum in Aktau. The parties discussed the possibility of building a new railway line Torghundi – Herat – Kandahar – Spin-Buldak, which will run from the western border of Turkmenistan through Afghanistan to […]
Kazakhstan, Iran, Turkmenistan, and Russia Sign Roadmap for North-South Transport Corridor
Kazakhstan, Iran, Turkmenistan, and Russia have signed a Roadmap for the synchronous development of the potential of the eastern route of the North-South transport corridor for 2024-2025, according to the Ministry of Transport of Kazakhstan. The implementation of this document by 2027 will increase the capacity of the corridor to 15 million tons per year, […]
Turkmenistan and ADNOC discuss gas cooperation issues
On 20 July 2024, a meeting was held in the format of a videoconference between the leadership of the State Concern Turkmengaz and the Minister of Industry and Advanced Technologies of the United Arab Emirates, Director General of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) Sultan Ahmed Al-Jaber, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan […]
Туркменистан, Казахстан и Афганистан активизируют транспортное сотрудничество
19 июля 2024 года в рамках проходящего в г. Актау (Казахстан) Первого торгово-логистического форума «Север-Юг» состоялась трёхсторонняя встреча руководителей транспортных ведомств Туркменистана, Казахстана и Афганистана, в ходе которой был обсужден широкий комплекс вопросов, связанных с дальнейшим наращиванием потенциала сотрудничества между тремя государствами в транспортной сфере. В частности, стороны обсудили условия транспортировки грузов по маршруту Казахстан […]
Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Afghanistan enhance transport cooperation
On July 19, 2024, as part of the First «North-South» Trade and Logistics Forum taking place in Aktau (Kazakhstan), a trilateral meeting of the heads of transport departments of Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan and Afghanistan was held, during which a wide range of issues related to further capacity building were discussed cooperation between the three states in […]
New Azerbaijani Tanker Makes Maiden Voyage to Turkmenistan
The “Zangilan,” a new oil tanker built for the Azerbaijan Caspian Shipping Company (ASCO), successfully completed its maiden voyage to the port of Aladja in Turkmenistan. The tanker, commissioned on 2 July in the presence of Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, delivered crude oil from Turkmenistan to the Sangachal seaport on 17 July. The port point […]
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 […]
Turkmenistan and ADB Team Up for Greener Agriculture Project
Representatives from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), including climate specialist Leo Chris Palao and consultant Johannes Kunink, recently held a series of consultative meetings with environmental management and agriculture specialists in Ashgabat. Employees from the ADB’s Ashgabat office also participated in the final meeting, according to the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper. These meetings focused on developing […]
New UNICEF Representative in Turkmenistan presented credentials to President
On Wednesday, 17 July 2024, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Ms. Jalpa Ratna, newly appointed Representative of the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in Turkmenistan. The Head of state congratulated Ms.Jalpa Ratna on her appointment as head of the representative office of the United Nations Children’s Fund in Turkmenistan and wished great success in her work […]
The newly appointed Ambassador of Kazakhstan presented credentials to the Head of Turkmenistan
On Wednesday, 17 July 2024, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the newly appointed Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Turkmenistan, Nurlan Nogayev, who presented credentials to the head of state. At the beginning of the meeting, the Ambassador conveyed greetings from President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to the Head of Turkmenistan and the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman […]
Deputy Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan visits the Slovak Republic – Slovakia Seeks to Revitalize Political and Economic Dialogue with Turkmenistan
On July 16-17, 2024, a delegation of Turkmenistan headed by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Ahmed Gurbanov visited the Slovak Republic for political consultations and bilateral meetings. The main purpose of the visit was to strengthen bilateral relations and develop mutually beneficial cooperation between the two countries. During the visit, A.Gurbanov held meetings […]
Turkmen Scientists Look to Microalgae for Green Energy and Wastewater Treatment
Turkmen scientists are pioneering the use of microalgae for a two-pronged purpose: generating clean, renewable energy and purifying sewage and drainage water. This research aligns with the goals outlined in the State Program for the Integrated Development of Biotechnologies in Turkmenistan (2024-2028). Additionally, despite rich oil and gas reserves, Turkmenistan recognizes the increasing importance of […]
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 […]
Kazakhstan Boosts Gas Transit and Production
In 2024, Kazakhstan will increase the transit of Turkmen and Uzbek gas to China to 37.1 billion cubic meters (+1.5 billion cu m). This was announced at a government meeting on Tuesday, July 16, by Kazakhstan’s Energy Minister Almasadam Satkaliyev, who reported on the current state and prospects for the development of the gas industry. […]
The 18th meeting of the Joint Uzbek-Turkmen Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technical and Cultural Cooperation held in Tashkent
On 16 July 2024, the 18th meeting of the Joint Uzbek-Turkmen Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technical and Cultural Cooperation was held in Tashkent. The event was co-chaired by Deputy Prime Minister of Uzbekistan Jamshid Khodjaev and Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Batyr Atdaev. It was also attended by the heads […]
The second meeting of the Turkmenistan–UN Strategic Advisory Board was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan
On July 16, 2024, the second meeting of the Turkmenistan–UN Strategic Advisory Board was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The agenda included consideration of the results of the visit of the UN Secretary-General to Turkmenistan, as well as discussion of the Action Plan in Turkmenistan and abroad for the implementation of […]
The Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Turkmenistan presented copies of credentials
On July 16, 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held a meeting with the newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Turkmenistan Nurlan Nogayev, who presented copies of his credentials. Meredov congratulated the Ambassador on his appointment to a responsible post and expressed the readiness of the Turkmen side […]
Hungary hosted Show and Championship of the Unique Akhal-teke Horses
Last weekend, Bábolna, Hungary, hosted the European Championship and equestrian show for the Akhal-Teke horse breed, native to Turkmenistan (Hungary Today reports). The event highlighted this unique breed, considered an ancestor of many popular horses today. Hungarian Minister of Agriculture István Nagy, in his opening speech, acknowledged the breed’s endangered status in Hungary and its […]
Turkmen Center for Public Health and Nutrition Earns Quality Management Certification
On 10 July, the Center for Public Health and Nutrition of Turkmenistan achieved a significant milestone. The Center, which subordinated to the State Sanitary and Epidemiological Service of the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry, was awarded a certificate of compliance with the internationally recognized TDS ISO 9001 quality system, according to the Neutral Turkmenistan […]
Uzbekistan-Turkmenistan Business Council Convenes and “Made in Turkmenistan” Exhibition opens in Tashkent
On 15 July 2024, Tashkent hosted the fourth meeting of the Turkmenistan-Uzbekistan Business Council, coinciding with the “Made in Turkmenistan” exhibition, according to UzDaily.uz. The council was chaired by Dilshod Rasulov, Deputy Chairman of Uzbekistan’s Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Mergen Gurdov, Chairman of Turkmenistan’s Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The meeting brought together […]
World Customs Organization Supports Turkmenistan’s AEO Implementation
The World Customs Organization (WCO) conducted a five-day seminar on the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) program for Turkmenistan’s State Customs Service and representatives from the Union of Entrepreneurs and Industrialists of Turkmenistan. Gaetano Sassone (Italian Agency for Customs and Monopolies) and Dongsuk Kim (Korean Customs Service) served as WCO technical advisors, sharing their expertise on […]
300th anniversary of Magtymguly Fragi celebrated in Kazan as part of the gastronomic festival
On 13-14 July 2024, the 300th anniversary of the great Turkmen poet Magtymguly Fragi was also celebrated in the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan as part of the Delicious Kazan gastronomic festival. The celebration of the poet’s anniversary, which was organized by the Consulate General of Turkmenistan in Kazan, was held in the spirit […]
New Departments Established in Turkmenistan’s Foreign Ministry
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan (MFA) announced the creation of two new departments within its Central Office: • the Department of Foreign Policy Information and Digital Diplomacy • the Department of Consular Service. This establishment, authorized by a Presidential Decree dated 11 July 2024, reflects the Ministry’s focus on enhancing both foreign policy […]