On 16 May 2023, negotiations were held between acting minister of foreign affairs of Turkmenistan Vepa Hadjiyev and a delegation of the German company "Goetzpartners", the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan reports. During the meeting, the sides discussed a wide range of topical issues of bilateral trade and economic partnership. There was also an exchange of … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2023
Foreign Ministry of Kyrgyzstan issued list of heads of delegations for EU-Central Asia summit
The Second Summit "European Union - Central Asia" will be held in Cholpon-Ata city on 2 June 2023 under the chairmanship of the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Zhaparov, MFA Kyrgyzstan said in a press release with reference to the head of the Foreign Policy Department of the Presidential Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic Muratbek Azimbakiev. The Summit will be attended by … [Read more...]
Foundation of strategic partnership
Serdar Berdimuhamedov, President of Turkmenistan First of all, let me thank the leadership of the People's Daily newspaper for offering to speak from its pages on the eve of my state visit to the People's Republic of China. The appeal to millions of readers of such an authoritative and respected publication, of course, is of the utmost importance and will contribute to even … [Read more...]
Franco-Belgian cinematographer will hold master classes in photography in Turkmenistan
Simon Gillard, Franco-Belgian author-director and cinematographer, will hold master class in photography and documentary film production in Turkmenabat, Ashgabat and Mary. In Turkmenabad the master will take place on 27 May 2023 at 10 a.m. Registration is available at … [Read more...]
Guests in reception by British Embassy in Ashgabat virtually participate in coronation ceremonies of King Charles III
John Hamilton, the Chargé d'affaires of the British Embassy in Ashgabat, hosted a reception on 6 May 2023. It was timed to coincide with the ceremonies taking place in London for the coronation of King Charles III. The large screens in the banquet hall beamed the transmissions live from London. The atmosphere created by the décor added to the feeling of virtual participation … [Read more...]
Начался рабочий визит Президента Сердара Бердымухамедова в Великобританию
Сегодня Президент Сердар Бердымухамедов по приглашению английской стороны отбыл с рабочим визитом в Великобританию, где примет участие в церемонии коронации Короля Соединённого Королевства Великобритании и Северной Ирландии Карла III и его супруги королевы-консорта. В столичном Международном аэропорту главу государства провожали официальные лица. Участие Президента … [Read more...]
Head of the UNAMA Liaison Office in Islamabad praised strong UN – Turkmenistan Partnership
On May 23, 2023, a presentation on the developments in Turkmenistan and its foreign policy was given to the Head of UNAMA Liaison Office Islamabad Malick Ceesay at Turkmenistan Embassy in Islamabad. The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Atajan Movlamov highlighted the partnership of Neutral Turkmenistan with the UN and its relevant agencies aimed … [Read more...]
Начался рабочий визит Президента Туркменистана в Китай – Сердар Бердымухамедов и Си Цзиньпин проведут двустороннюю встречу
17 мая Президент Сердар Бердымухамедов отбыл с рабочим визитом в КНР в целях участия в Саммите «Центральная Азия – Китай», который состоится в городе Сиань 19 мая. В рамках нынешнего рабочего визита запланирована встреча Президента Сердара Бердымухамедова с Председателем КНР Си Цзиньпином. По итогам очередных переговоров в верхах предусматривается подписание ряда документов, … [Read more...]
Нейтральные государства абсолютно точно могут помочь укрепить безопасность, стабильность и диалог – не только в регионе ОБСЕ, но и во всем мире
Новости и Комментарий nCa Отличная концепция, которая может найти универсальное применение – но не сразу. --- Мы говорим о новаторской конференции, которая состоялась в Ашхабаде 16 мая 2023 года. Это было совместное мероприятие Туркменистана и Парламентской ассамблеи ОБСЕ. Тема конференции - “Роль нейтральных государств в укреплении безопасности, стабильности и диалога в … [Read more...]
Horses, flags, and drummers on the hilltop – a memorable moment from Turkmenistan
Turkmenistan has the knack of creating mass memories. It happens every time, without fail. One such memorable occasion was the opening of the new equestrian complex on 29 April 2023. The complex is located in the vale among the soft, rounded hills in the Maniesh area east of Ashgabat. The event planners took full advantage of the hills to create an unforgettable … [Read more...]
Нейтральные страны могут выступать в качестве посредника между конфликтующими сторонами
Маргарета Седерфельт, президент Парламентской ассамблеи ОБСЕ Для меня большое удовольствие и честь находиться здесь, в Ашхабаде, и открывать это мероприятие высокого уровня, организованное Парламентской Ассамблеей ОБСЕ совместно с Парламентом Туркменистана в рамках инициативы "Призыв к действию - Хельсинки+50". Это первое очное мероприятие с призывом к действию в стране … [Read more...]
Новая Конституция Узбекистана вступила в силу 1 мая – ее одобрили более чем 90% избирателей
Референдум, проведенный в Узбекистане 30 апреля 2023 года, привел к принятию новой Конституции, сообщают узбекские СМИ. В соответствии с постановлением ЦИКЮ , обновленная Конституция вступила в силу с 1 мая 2023 года. Явка избирателей на референдуме составила 84,50%. Из поданных голосов 90,20% (15,04 миллиона избирателей) поддержали принятие новой … [Read more...]
Новый британский посол вручил копии верительных грамот в МИД Туркменистана
22 мая 2023 года, Посол Великобритании в Туркменистане Стивен Конлон вручил верительные грамоты в МИД Туркменистана. Его принял временно исполняющий обязанности министра иностранных дел Туркменистана Вепа Хаджиев. Стороны обсудили широкий спектр вопросов, касающихся политико-дипломатической, торгово-экономической и культурно-гуманитарной сфер. Было констатировано, … [Read more...]
Новый конноспортивный комплекс в Туркменистане будет заниматься подготовкой лошадей для вооруженных сил и правоохранительных органов
29 апреля 2023 года в Туркменистане был открыт новый конноспортивный комплекс. Церемонию открытия провел президент Сердар Бердымухамедов. Расположенный среди мягких холмов района Маныш, комплекс будет заниматься подготовкой лошадей для вооруженных сил и правоохранительных органов, в том числе для пограничников. В отличие от других конноспортивных центров Туркменистана, … [Read more...]
Новый посол РФ в Туркменистане вручил копии верительных грамот
17 мая 2023 года, временно исполняющий обязанности министра иностранных дел Туркменистана Вепа Хаджиев принял вновь назначенного Чрезвычайного и Полномочного посла Российской Федерации в Туркменистане Ивана Волынкина. В начале встречи посол РФ вручил копии своих верительных грамот. В.Хаджиев поздравил посла с назначением на высокий дипломатический пост и выразил готовность … [Read more...]
ОАЛ уровень 2: Укрепление трансформационного лидерства здравоохранения для стимулирования изменений в системах здравоохранения
Поддержка лидерства в области здравоохранения в настоящее время и формирование лидерства в области здравоохранения на будущее лежит в основе демонстрационного проекта Общеевропейской академии лидерства (ОАЛ) второго уровня, который завершился на прошлой неделе в Копенгагене. Начиная с 8 марта специалисты среднего звена из министерств здравоохранения и аффилированных … [Read more...]
ОБНОВЛЕНО: Сердар Бердымухамедов встретился с Си Цзиньпином в Сиане – Туркменистан и Китай готовы к всестороннему развитию сотрудничества
Во второй половине дня 18 мая 2023 года президент Туркменистана Сердар Бердымухамедов встретился в Сиане с Председателем КНР Си Цзиньпином. Глава Туркменистана находится с рабочим визитом в Сиане для участия в саммите Китай-Центральная Азия. Си Цзиньпин отметил, что с момента установления дипломатических отношений между Китаем и Туркменистаном 31 год назад … [Read more...]
ОБСЕ провела в Туркменистане общенациональные тренинги по борьбе с использованием Интернета в террористических целях
22-24 мая 2023 года Департамент транснациональных угроз Секретариата ОБСЕ провел в Ашхабаде, Туркменистан, общенациональные тренинги по противодействию использованию Интернета в террористических целях при соблюдении прав человека. Учения были организованы совместно с Центром ОБСЕ в Ашхабаде. Трехдневное мероприятие собрало более 25 участников из правительственных учреждений … [Read more...]
Improving international rail transport are on the agenda OSJD-led meeting in Ashgabat
These days, the 34th meeting of representatives of the Parties to the International Railway Transit Tariff Agreement is being held in Ashgabat, dedicated to the improvement and updating of the Agreement, TDH reports. The agreement unites two dozen countries, which establishes uniform rules and tariffs for the transportation of goods by rail in transit. The forum is being … [Read more...]
In Turkmenistan, the NGO will work with youth in the border province under EU-funded project
The Border Management Programme in Central Asia – Phase 10 (BOMCA 10) selected nine actions for the benefit of border communities within its first Call for proposals among Central Asian NGOs, BOMCA reported. In the framework of its first Call for Applications, BOMCA 10 contracted ten NGOs granting the EU funding worth over 300,000 Euro for implementation of actions across … [Read more...]
Общественная Организация «Экодурмуш» при поддержке ПРООН в Туркменистане провела молодежный тренинг в северном регионе
Общественная организация «Экодурмуш», при поддержке Программы развития ООН на днях завершила тренинги для молодежи Дашогузского велаята с целью повышения продуктивности их приусадебных и подсобных хозяйств, а также психологической устойчивости к различным стрессам, сообщает представительство ПРООН в Туркменистане в социальных сетях. Мероприятие было организовано в рамках … [Read more...]
Infographic: China-Central Asia economic and trade cooperation achieves tangible results
China's economic and trade cooperation with the five Central Asian countries has achieved tangible results since the establishment of diplomatic ties more than 30 years ago, Chinese Ministry of Commerce said in a press briefing. China's trade with the five countries – Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan – increased to $70.2 billion in 2022 … [Read more...]
Олимпийские комитеты Туркменистана и России наметили планы по сотрудничеству на ближайшую перспективу
Генеральный секретарь Национального Олимпийского комитета Туркменистана Ата Акмамедов провел встречу в режиме видеоконференции с генсекретарем Олимпийского Комитета России Родионом Плитухиным. В ходе переговоров Плитухин пригласил делегацию Туркменистана принять участие в Международном форуме юных олимпийцев, который пройдет в Москве 1-2 июня, сообщает ОКР … [Read more...]
Interview at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan with Teri Hakala, Special Representative of the European Union for Central Asia
This is unofficial, slightly paraphrased translation of the text received from the foreign office of Turkmenistan: 1. How do you assess this format of cooperation (Meeting of Special Representatives for Afghanistan in the "CA-EU" format), in particular, your comments on the results of today's meeting? Teri Hakala: First of all, I want to emphasize that this is our 4th … [Read more...]
Отважные наездники туркменской группы “Галкыныш”
Галкыныш - всемирно известная конноспортивная группа Туркменистана. Они обладают множеством международных наград. Лошади и наездники группы "Галкыныш", тренируемые Пыгы Байрамдурдыевым, прекрасно синхронизированы во время своих представлений, демонстрируя то, как туркмены и ахалтекинская лошадь идеально подходят друг другу. Ахалтекинец - это не просто боевой конь - он … [Read more...]
Interview with the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan on the development of Turkmen-Chinese cooperation
In October last year, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, at the request of the Chinese state media, answered questions from Wang Jiu, press officer of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Turkmenistan. – Hello, dear Chairman of the Halk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan. Thank you for … [Read more...]
Iran is negotiating with Turkmenistan on direct gas imports
Iran is negotiating with Turkmenistan on direct gas supplies, in addition to the gas swap. This was stated by the Director General of the National Gas Company of Iran, according to Iranian media. In an interview with ISNA, Majid Chegani spoke about the prospect of direct gas imports from Turkmenistan. "This issue is in our plans, and we are negotiating," he … [Read more...]
İstanbul’s landmark Maiden’s Tower reopens
The legendary Maiden’s Tower of İstanbul reopened as a monument and a museum on the centenary of the Republic of Türkiye after meticulous restoration works and several improvements. Kız Kulesi, or Maiden’s Tower, an iconic structure off the coast of İstanbul’s Asian side, has opened its doors again with the completion of the restoration process started by the Ministry of … [Read more...]
It is important to build trust between states, to seek common ground
Askar Shakirov, Vice President of OSCE PA (Kazakhstan) The OSCE holds a unique position in the architecture of Euro-Atlantic and Eurasian security. This is the only forum on security policy that brings together all the countries of Europe, the former Soviet Union, the United States, Canada and Mongolia. The OSCE is an international organization with broad capabilities … [Read more...]
ITC: Central Asia reaches milestones in connecting small businesses to European markets, facilitating international trade
Policymakers, private sector partners and business representatives from five Central Asia countries meet in Kazakhstan to advance extra and intraregional trade, International Trade Center reports. During three regional events, the International Trade Centre demonstrated the results of its European Union-funded Ready4Trade Central Asia project, highlighting the continuous … [Read more...]
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev: The synergy of the potentials of the Central Asian countries with the enormous economic opportunities of China is able to set a new, higher trajectory of our multifaceted partnership
In his speech, the President of Kazakhstan stressed that the first Central Asia–China summit is a very important historical event. The Head of State thanked President of the People's Republic of China Xi Jinping for the excellent organization of the event and traditional hospitality. He noted that today China continues to strengthen its status as a world power and plays a … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan and China signed more than 20 documents, including on energy, transport and visa-free regime
During his state visit President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Chinese President Xi Jinping held summit talks on Wednesday, 17 May 2023. During the talks, the sides discussed the development of comprehensive cooperation in trade and economic, oil and gas, petrochemical, energy, finance, transport and transit, education and science. The sides also exchanged views on … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan offers the EAEU to invest in the port infrastructure of Turkmenistan and Iran
Kazakhstan proposes to consider the possibility of joint investments in the construction of infrastructure in the sea and dry ports of Iran and Turkmenistan. This was stated by the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, addressing on Thursday, 25 May at a meeting of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council in Moscow. According to Tokayev, such investments will … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan discuss cross-border cooperation on biodiversity conservation
Representatives of the Ministry of Natural Resources of Uzbekistan, the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan gathered in Nukus (Karakalpakstan) to discuss issues of cooperation on biodiversity conservation on the Ustyurt plateau, the Ministry of Natural Resources of Uzbekistan … [Read more...]
Kazakhstani companies stroke export deals worth $100 million in Xi’an
More than 40 Kazakhstani food producers held a trade and economic mission in Xi'an, China, on the eve of the China-Central Asia summit. The companies from Kazakhstan featured their export capacity to potential Chinese partners. The trade mission resulted in the signing of four memoranda on future trade and economic cooperation as well as export contracts worth about $100 … [Read more...]
KazanForum attracts more record 15000 participants from 85 countries – Chakiev leads the delegation of Turkmenistan
The XIV International Economic Forum "RUSSIA—ISLAMIC WORLD: KAZANFORUM" 2023 is taking place in Kazan, Tatarstan, 18-19 May 2023. Deputy Prime Minister of Russia, Marat Khusnullin, opened the event. “The main slogan of our events is “Trust and Cooperation”. Trust has become the most important factor in the development of relations between Russia and Muslim countries, not … [Read more...]
KazanForum собрал рекордные 15000 участников из 85 стран – Чакыев возглавляет делегацию Туркменистана
XIV Международный экономический форум "РОССИЯ—ИСЛАМСКИЙ МИР: KazanForum 2023” проходит в Казани, Татарстан, 18-19 мая 2023 года. Мероприятие открыл заместитель Председателя Правительства России Марат Хуснуллин. «Главный слоган наших мероприятий – “Доверие и сотрудничество”. Доверие стало важнейшим фактором развития отношений между Россией и мусульманскими странами не … [Read more...]
Kazinform: What Kassym-Jomart Tokayev talks about in an interview on China’s CCTV
On May 12 on the eve of the state visit to China Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev gave an interview on China’s CCTV, Kazinform reports. The Head of State answered the questions of the Leaders Talk program concerning the prospects for the development of political, economic, cultural and humanitarian cooperation between Kazakhstan and China, history and today’s … [Read more...]
Kyrgyzstan and China have established a comprehensive strategic partnership in a new era
nCa Report Kyrgyz President Sadyr Zhaparov [also spelled Japarov] and Chinese President Xi Jinping signed on 18 May 2023 a Declaration on the establishment of a comprehensive strategic partnership in a new era in Xi'an. During the talks, the leaders discussed topical issues of Kyrgyz-Chinese bilateral and multilateral cooperation, the agenda of the upcoming China-Central … [Read more...]
Maintaining neutrality has helped facilitate dialogue and support conflict resolution throughout history
Pia Kauma, Vice-President of the OSCE PA, Special Representative on Central Asia Your Excellencies, dear Colleagues and guests, it is a pleasure to welcome you to the Central Asia Regional Seminar, and it is an honour to deliver my opening remarks following my distinguished Colleagues - Chairperson Gulmanova, President Cederfelt and Ambassador MacGregor. Please allow me to … [Read more...]
Mathematics for a diplomat
Dr. Begench Karayev "The most important thing in our life is time. Only it goes away irrevocably. So don't throw it away! You can go to school, go to college. But walking doesn't mean learning. Strive for knowledge, cultivate a research beginning in yourself. There is nothing more exciting than science, and nothing more impressive than discovery!" – These words belong to the … [Read more...]
Medical specialists of the sanitary and epidemiological services and medical institutions of the Health Ministry of Turkmenistan complete a training on “Health-Care Waste Management”
On May 19, with the support of the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan (MoHMIT), WHO Country Office in Turkmenistan together with the United Nations Development Programme in Turkmenistan (UNDP) convened a training on Health-Care Waste Management for the medical specialists of the Sanitary and Epidemiological Services and medical institutions of the … [Read more...]
Meeting of the President of Turkmenistan with the head of the International Football Federation
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a meeting with the President of the International Football Federation (FIFA) Gianni Infantino on Thursday, 4 May, at the Olympic Stadium located in Ashgabat Olympic town, TDH reports. Noting the great role of FIFA in the development of world football, the head of state emphasized the importance attached by Turkmenistan to strengthening … [Read more...]
More than 150 children are undergoing medical treatment at the expense of Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation
The Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation systematically allocates funds for various surgeries to children in need of guardianship. More than 100 and over 50 children have already undergone surgical treatment and medical examination and have been provided with various necessary medical supplies, the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper reports. On the eve of the … [Read more...]
Morocco and Nicaragua joined the UN Group of Friends of Sustainable Transport, initiated by Turkmenistan
The Kingdom of Morocco and the Republic of Nicaragua announced its accession to the Group of Friends of Sustainable Transport, initiated by Turkmenistan. The next 3rd meeting of the Group will be organized by the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the UN on 10 May 2023, via a virtual platform. The United Nations Group of Friends for Sustainable Transport (GFST) was … [Read more...]
Neutral countries can provide a unique perspective and act as a mediator between conflicting parties
Margareta Cederfelt, President, OSCE PA It is my great pleasure and honor to be here in Ashgabat and open this high-level event that was put together by the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly jointly with the Parliament of Turkmenistan in the framework of the Call for Action-Helsinki +50 Initiative. This is the first Call for Action in-person event in a Central Asian country which … [Read more...]
Neutral states can absolutely help strengthen security, stability and dialogue – not just in the OSCE space but the entire world
nCa News-Commentary A great concept that can go places – but not immediately. --- We are talking of the pioneering conference that took place in Ashgabat on 16 May 2023. It was a joint undertaking of Turkmenistan and the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly. The theme of the conference was: “The role of neutral states in strengthening security, stability and dialogue in the OSCE … [Read more...]
New Constitution of Uzbekistan takes effect from 1 May 2023 – Endorsed by more than 90% of voters
The referendum held in Uzbekistan on 30 April 2023 led to the adoption of the new Constitution, reports the Uzbek media. Accordingly, the CEC issued the resolution to declare that the new Constitution has taken effect from 1 May 2023. The voter turnout was 84.50%. Of the cast votes, 90.20% (15.04 million voters) endorsed the adoption of the new Constitution. The … [Read more...]
New equestrian complex in Turkmenistan will train horses for armed forces and law enforcement agencies
A new equestrian complex was opened in Turkmenistan on 29 April 2023. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov led the opening ceremony. Located among the soft and modest hills of Maneish area, the complex will train horses for the armed forces and law enforcement agencies including the border guards. There are vales, narrow and wide, among these hills. In contrast to the other … [Read more...]
New Russian Ambassador to Turkmenistan presented copies of his credentials
On May 17, 2023, the Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Vepa Hajiyev received the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to Turkmenistan Ivan Volynkin. At the beginning of the meeting, the Russian Ambassador presented copies of his credentials. V.Hajiyev congratulated the Ambassador on his appointment to a high … [Read more...]