The Exhibition of export goods of the Republic of Türkiye starts today in Ashgabat. This event, which has already become a tradition, underlines the importance of Türkiye as one of Turkmenistan’s key trade and economic partners. The exhibition will showcase the achievements of dozens of Turkish companies in various sectors, including industry, agriculture, construction and […]
Turkmenistan attracted nearly $1 Billion of investments for transportation projects
At present, investments totaling USD 953.2 million have been attracted for ongoing projects of the transport complex of Turkmenistan, of which 77.5% of the total volume of investment projects have been mastered. This was announced by Dovran Saburov, the chairman of the Turkmen Airlines Agency, speaking at the International Conference “International Transport and Transit Corridors: […]
Afghan and Turkmen officials discussed logistical aspects of the TAPI gas pipeline project
Representatives of various government departments of Afghanistan, headed by Deputy Minister of Finance for Customs and Revenue Abdul Mateen Saeed, held a meeting with Deputy Head of the State Border Service of Turkmenistan Elamanov, Director General of TAPI Pipeline Company Limited Mukhammetmurad Amanov and a representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, said […]
Turkmenistan launches staff training courses for startup platforms in educational institutions
A special course for teachers and staff of 17 higher and secondary vocational educational institutions “Development of innovative entrepreneurship platforms in vocational educational institutions. Fundamentals of business mentoring” has been launched in Turkmenistan, the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan reports. The aim of the course is to create startup platforms (business incubators) in all 17 […]
Turkmen delegation participated in the 28th Meeting of the Council of Ministers of the Economic Cooperation Organization
On 3 December 2024, a delegation headed by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan A. Gurbanov took part in the 28th Meeting of the Council of Ministers of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) held in Mashhad, Islamic Republic of Iran. The event was attended by the heads of the foreign ministries of the ECO […]
The Parliament and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan received the new Ambassador of Greece
On 3 December 2024, the Mejlis of Turkmenistan held a meeting with the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Hellenic Republic, Ekaterini Xagorari (with residence in Moscow). Chairperson of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan Dunyagozel Gulmanova accepted a letter of credence from the Ambassador of Greece on behalf of the President of Turkmenistan Serdar […]
Representatives of the International University of Humanities and Development of Turkmenistan met with the leadership of the Politechnica University of Bucharest and the Petroleum-Gas University of Ploiești
On 3 December 2024, as part of the visit to Romania, the delegation of the International University of Humanities and Development had a meeting with the leadership of the Politechnica University of Bucharest, one of the largest universities in Romania in the field of engineering technologies, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Romania reports. Today, the […]
Turkmenistan discusses measures to reduce HFC consumption under the Kigali Amendment
An interdepartmental meeting was held in Ashgabat to discuss Turkmenistan’s implementation of the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol. The event, organized with the support of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), brought together over 50 experts from various government agencies and the private sector. Participants included representatives from the Mejlis, Ministries of Energy, […]
The Italian delegation visited the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan
On 2 December 2024, an Italian delegation, led by Ambassador Luigi Ferrari, met with officials from the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. The meeting was also attended by representatives of leading Turkmen universities, including the International University of Humanities and Development and the Magtymguly Turkmen State University. The Italian delegation included: Minister Plenipotentiary Federico Fila, […]
Ashgabat hosted Regional Consultative Meeting on discussion of the establishment of the United Nations Special Programme for the Aral Sea Basin (UNSPAS) was held
From 30 November to 1 December 2024, the Regional Consultative Meeting of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) on discussion of the establishment of the United Nations Special Programme for the Aral Sea Basin (UNSPAS) was held in Ashagbat. The proposal to establish the UN Special Programme for the Aral […]
The new Ambassador of Uzbekistan presented copies of credentials to the Head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan
On 2 December 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held a meeting with the newly appointed Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Turkmenistan Ravshanbek Alimov, 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 to provide assistance […]
Ambassador of Armenia presented copies of his credentials to the Foreing Minister of Turkmenistan
On 2 December 2024, a meeting was held at the MFA of Turkmenistan between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Armenia to Turkmenistan Arsen Avagyan. At the beginning of the meeting, the Ambassador of Armenia presented copies of his credentials. […]
Lavrov and Meredov discussed topical issues of Russian-Turkmen relations
On 2 December 2024, at the initiative of the Russian side, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov had a telephone conversation with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Sergey Lavrov. According to the Russian Foreign Ministry, the parties discussed topical issues of Russian-Turkmen relations, including cooperation between foreign ministries, […]
Trade and economic ties, expansion of air links and higher education: The new Ambassador of Belarus to Turkmenistan shared on the future development of Turkmen-Belarusian relations
Stanislav Chepurnoi has been appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Belarus to Turkmenistan. The corresponding decision was made by President Alexander Lukashenko, the BelTA news agency reports. Until now, Stanislav Chepurnoi served as Head of the Department of International Cooperation and Trade of the Office of the Council of Ministers of the […]
Over 70 companies will take part in the Exhibition of Turkish Export goods in Ashgabat
From 4-6 December, 2024, Ashgabat will host the 11th Exhibition of Turkish Export Goods with the participation of more than 70 Turkish companies and associations. The opening ceremony is expected to be attended by the Minister of Trade of Türkiye Omer Bolat along with a delegation. Trade Minister Bolat will visit the stands of Turkish […]
Turkmenistan’s Parliament Approves State Budget for 2025
On Saturday, 30 November, at the regular session of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan, the Law “On the State Budget of Turkmenistan for 2025” and the Resolution of the Mejlis “On the execution of the State Budget of Turkmenistan for 2023” were adopted. The Law of Turkmenistan “On the State Budget of Turkmenistan for 2025” is […]
Parliament session: Turkmenistan expands international cooperation and improves legislation
The Mejlis of Turkmenistan’s seventh convocation convened for its regular session, where significant decisions were made to bolster international relations and refine domestic legislation. One of the key points of the meeting’s agenda was the adoption of laws on the ratification of a number of international agreements. Thus, Turkmenistan is expanding investment cooperation with Kazakhstan […]
The National Leader of the Turkmen people met with the head of the Council of Elders of the Organization of Turkic States
As part of a working visit to Hungary, the National Leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Chairman of the Council of Elders of the Organization of Turkic States Binali Yildirim. Yildirim thanked Berdimuhamedov for his active participation in the activities of the OTS Council of Elders and noted that the implementation of […]
Speech by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov at the 16th meeting of the Council of Elders of the Organization of Turkic States in Budapest
The National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Khalk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, delivered a speech at the 16th meeting of the Council of Elders of the Organization of Turkic States in Budapest. In his speech, he emphasized the importance of promoting people’s diplomacy based on the principles of prosperity, peace, […]
Joint Statement of the Fifth China-Central Asia Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (Full Text)
(unofficial translation) On 1 December 2024, Wang Yi, member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic Jeenbek Kulubayev, Deputy Chairman of the […]
Strengthening trade and economic ties in the region: Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan are developing an AEO agreement
Recently, Chairman of the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan Maksat Khudaikulyev met with Executive Secretary of the International Center for Transport Diplomacy Igor Runov. The meeting focused on the issue of concluding a trilateral Agreement on mutual recognition of Authorized Economic Operators (AEO) with the participation of Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan. The implementation of this […]
Turkmen teachers explore France’s best practices in the field of digital technologies in education
Teachers and specialists of the Turkmen State Pedagogical Institute named after Seyitnazar Seydi made a working trip to France from 20 to 27 November 2024. The visit was aimed at exploring innovative technologies, methods of using artificial intelligence, information protection and digital technologies in education, the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan reports. The Turkmen delegation […]
Strengthening multilateral cooperation: outcomes of the 5th meeting of the Foreign Ministers of China and Central Asian countries
On 1 December 2024, the fifth meeting of the Foreign Ministers of China and Central Asian countries took place in Chengdu. The meeting, which was chaired by Foreign Minister of China Wang Yi, was attended by: • Kazakhstan – Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs Murat Nurtleu. • Kyrgyzstan – Minister of Foreign Affairs […]
The delegation of Turkmenistan took part in the ministerial meeting “Central Asia – China”
On 1 December 2024, a delegation from Turkmenistan, led by Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov, participated in the 5th meeting of foreign ministers of the Central Asia-China format, held in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China. Participants at the meeting emphasized the significant role of cooperation within the CA-China format in strengthening constructive partnerships and promoting common interests […]
China is willing to increase the scale of trade and investment cooperation with Turkmenistan, says Wang Yi
On 30 November 2024, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with a Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi in Chengdu. During the meeting, the parties discussed a wide range of issues of bilateral cooperation, confirming their commitment to […]
Building Dialogue Together: Discussion Board in Ashgabat devoted to International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls
Ashgabat, 29 November 2024 – The EU “Strategic Communication and Public Diplomacy” project working alongside the economic society “Ynamly Durmush”, joined the global movement to commemorate the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls on 25 November, by hosting in Ashgabat a public discussion board “Building Dialogue Together”. The International Day […]
16th Meeting of the Council of Elders of the Organization of Turkic States Convened in Budapest
The 16th Meeting of the Council of Elders of the Organization of Turkic States took place on 29 November 2024 in Budapest, Hungary. Hosted by Hungary, the meeting marked another milestone in the organization’s efforts to enhance cooperation and solidarity among Turkic States. The National Leader of Turkmen People, chairman of People’s Council Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov […]
Enhancing Substance Use Prevention, Supply Reduction, and Developing National Expertise in Addictology and Treatment in Central Asia
On 27-28 November, in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, an International Conference “Enhancing Substance Use Prevention, Supply Reduction, and Developing National Expertise in Addictology and Treatment in Central Asia” has been conducted with the support of EU-funded Central Asia Drug Action Programme (CADAP). The event gathered delegations from all 5 Central Asian countries (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan) […]
Uzbekistan’s New Envoy Arrives in Ashgabat
Ravshanbek Alimov, Uzbekistan’s newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Turkmenistan, arrived in Ashgabat today, Uzbek news agency “Dunyo” reported. Alimov is 58 years old. He graduated from the Bauman Moscow State Technical University, the Academy of Public Administration under the President of Uzbekistan, Georgetown University (USA). He began his career in 1990 at the […]
Central Asian countries adopt Dushanbe Declaration to advance green development and internationally agreed goals
Representatives of Central Asian countries today acknowledged the urgent need for regional cooperation in green development and committed to strengthen collaboration across critical sectors, including energy, trade digitalization, trade integration, trade facilitation, investment promotion, SME development, water cooperation and innovation ecosystems. The Dushanbe Declaration was adopted at the end of the 2024 SPECA Economic Forum […]
Delegation of Turkmenistan participated in the 2024 SPECA Economic Forum and the 19th session of the SPECA Governing Council
From 26 to 28 November 2024, the United Nations Special Programme for the Economies of Central Asia (SPECA) Economic Forum on the topic “Green development in the SPECA region” and the 19th session of the SPECA Governing Council were held in Dushanbe as part of SPECA 2024 Days. The forum and session were attended by […]
Turkmenistan strengthens cooperation in the field of food security in the context of climate change
On November 28, an international conference “Cooperation on food Security in the context of climate Change” was held in Ashgabat. The forum, organized in a hybrid format, brought together the heads of relevant ministries of Turkmenistan, Deputy Director General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), as well as representatives of […]
Russian Railway Contractor Eyes Joint Venture in Turkmenistan
Engineering Service-Putmash, a leading Russian railway infrastructure company, is planning to establish a joint venture in Turkmenistan. The company’s General Director, Egor Lukyanov, announced this intention during the “International Transport and Transit Corridors: Interconnection and Development – 2024” conference. Engineering Service-Putmash is a service company of the Russian Railways (RZD). Lukyanov highlighted the company’s readiness […]
Multilateral dialogue and co-operation essential for addressing global challenges, participants say at OSCE parliamentary conference in Ashgabat
The OSCE Parliamentary Assembly and the Mejlis (Parliament) of Turkmenistan convened over 100 participants, including parliamentarians from 18 countries, international experts, and high-level speakers, for the 2nd Ashgabat Conference on “Parliamentary Diplomacy in the OSCE Area: Dialogue as a Tool for Building Bridges for a Secure and Peaceful Future.” Held on 27-28 November in Ashgabat, […]
Turkmenistan Hosts International Conference on Sustainable Energy
National stakeholders, policymakers, energy experts, representatives of professional associations, academia and international organisations attended the International Conference “Sustainable Energy for Environmental Protection – Reviewing International Best Practices”, which took place in Mary on 28 November 2024. The event was organised by the Ministry of Energy of Turkmenistan, the EU-funded project “Sustainable Energy Connectivity in Central […]
EU Culture Days in Ashgabat culminate with European Film Festival
The European Film Festival, held as part of the European Union Culture Days in Ashgabat, concluded this week. The festival, implemented in collaboration with the “European Film Festival” Project, the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan, the Embassy of France, and the French Institute in Turkmenistan, opened with the animated film Icarus and the Minotaur, which […]
Chinese foreign minister to chair fifth China-Central Asia Foreign Ministers’ Meeting
Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese foreign minister, will chair the fifth China-Central Asia Foreign Ministers’ Meeting from 30 November to 1 December in Chengdu, southwest China’s Sichuan Province, Xinhua reports with reference to Chinese foreign ministry. Kazakhstan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister […]
The President of Turkmenistan received the President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly
On 27 November, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly, Ms. Pia Kauma, who arrived in Turkmenistan to participate in the second Ashgabat conference “Parliamentary Diplomacy in the OSCE Area: Dialogue as a Tool for Building Bridges for a Secure and Peaceful Future”. Ms.Pia Kauma noted that the OSCE attaches great […]
The OSCE PA Ashgabat Conference: Dialogue for peace and a sustainable future
On 27 November, the first day of the Ashgabat Conference titled “Parliamentary Diplomacy in the OSCE Area: Dialogue as a Tool for Building Bridges for a Secure and Peaceful Future” took place. The event was jointly organized by the Mejlis of Turkmenistan and the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly (OSCE PA). The primary goal of the conference […]
Turning landlocked challenges into opportunities
Turkmenistan prepares to play a strategic role as a connector between Europe and Asia Narine Sahakyan, UNDP Resident Representative Nearly half a billion people live in landlocked developing countries [LLDCs] in Asia, Europe, Africa, and South America. These nations depend on transit routes through neighbouring countries to get to global markets, and face significantly higher […]
Turkmenistan and China Strengthen Scientific Ties
On 27 November 2024, a number of important documents were signed at the III Turkmen-Chinese Scientific and Innovation Forum in Ashgabat aimed at strengthening cooperation between the two countries in the field of science and technology, the online newspaper “Turkmenistan” reports: The Golden Age” reports. The forum, hosted by the International Science and Technology Park […]
The Second Ministerial meeting of the Group of Friends for Sustainable Transport was held in Ashgabat
On 27 November 2024, the Second Ministerial meeting of the Group of Friends of Sustainable Transport was held at the Archabil Hotel in Ashgabat in the framework of the International Conference and Exhibition “International Transport and Transit Corridors: Interconnectivity and Development – 2024” The meeting was attended by heads and representatives of relevant ministries and […]
Meeting at the MFA of Turkmenistan with the Regional Director of the United Nations Development Coordination Office (UNDCO) for Europe and Central Asia
On 27 November 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with the Regional Director of the United Nations Development Coordination Office (UNDCO) for Europe and Central Asia Ms.Gwi-Yeop Son. During the meeting, the sides highly appraised the long-standing strategic partnership between Turkmenistan and the United Nations, encompassing a wide range of […]
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan met with the United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for Road Safety
On 27 November 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with the United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for Road Safety Jean Todt. During the meeting, the sides noted that in recent years Turkmenistan has become an effective platform for dialogue in the field of transport. In this regard, the parties noted […]
UNDP Supports Training on International Legal Standards for Lawyers and Justice Sector Professionals in Turkmenistan
Ashgabat, November 25-26, 2024 – A two-day training workshop, “International Standards of the Rule of Law, Advocacy, and Legal Aid in Criminal Justice Systems”, commenced at the Ministry of Adalat in Turkmenistan. The event, organized by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) brought together legal professionals, representatives of the judiciary, and law enforcement agencies to […]
UNDP and Turkmenistan are promoting the concept of Land Degradation Neutrality in the Turkmen part of the Aral Sea Basin to address desertification issues
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, 26 November 2024 – Within the framework of the UNDP/GEF project “Conservation and sustainable management of land resources and high nature value ecosystems in the Aral Sea basin for multiple benefits,” implemented in collaboration with the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, a workshop on the practical application of the Land Degradation Neutrality […]
The delegation of Turkmenistan is studying Türkiye’s experience in the field of population statistics
From 25 to 30 November, 2024, a delegation of experts from Turkmenistan representing the State Committee of Turkmenistan on Statistics, the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry, the Ministry of Education and Science and the Registry Office is in Ankara, Türkiye. The visit, organized with the support of the Representative Office of the United Nations […]
We are very optimistic in regards to the future development of Emirati-Turkmen relationship, says UAE Ambassador to Turkmenistan Ahmed Alhay Al-Hameli
The Ambassador of the UAE to Turkmenistan, Ahmed Alhay Al-Hameli, hosted a reception to mark the 53rd National Day of the United Arab Emirates. The high-ranking guest at the reception on behalf of the Government of Turkmenistan was Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov. Speech by Ambassador Ahmed Alhay Al-Hameli: Let peace […]
3rd Turkmen-Chinese Scientific and Innovation Forum
On 26 November, the 3rd Turkmen-Chinese scientific and innovation Forum “Innovations, new technologies and issues of their introduction into production” started its work in the International Scientific and Technological Park of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan. The event is aimed at sharing accumulated positive experience, discussing issues of practical implementation of advanced innovative solutions […]
ITTC 2024: The Customs Services of Turkmenistan, Iran and the IRU signed a Memorandum of Understanding
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on 26 November 2024 between the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan, the Customs Administration of Iran, and the International Road Transport Union (IRU) at the international exhibition and conference of the transport sector of Turkmenistan ITTC 2024. This document is intended to strengthen cooperation between the three parties […]