Today, on 11 September, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the Governor of St. Petersburg Alexander Beglov, who is on visit to Ashgabat at the head of an official delegation. During the conversation, the pace of cooperation and promising projects were discussed, the press service of the administration of St. Petersburg reports. "The Government of St. … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2023
President of Turkmenistan Meets with Director General of the World Trade Organization
On 18 September 2023, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with Director General of the World Trade Organization Ms.Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala in New York. The sides discussed the current state and prospects for cooperation between Turkmenistan and the WTO. President Berdimuhamedov noted that Turkmenistan is systematically working to stimulate the development of … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov addresses the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly
On 19 September 2023 in New York, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov addressed 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly. Here is a slightly paraphrased translation of his speech: Dear heads and members of delegations, ladies and gentlemen! First of all, let me congratulate you on the opening of the 78th session of the United Nations General … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov arrived in Dushanbe on a working visit
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov has arrived in the Republic of Tajikistan to participate in the Fifth Anniversary Consultative Meeting of the heads of Central Asian states and in the regular meeting of the Council of the Heads of the Founding States of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS), reports Khovar. At Dushanbe International Airport, … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov: “The Central Asian Water Strategy could become the basis for the development of the UN Global Water Strategy in the future”
At a meeting of the Council of the Heads of the Founding States of the International Fund for the Aral Sea in Dushanbe on 15 September, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov pledged Turkmenistan's continued support for implementing specific initiatives of the IFAS founding countries to enhance regional cooperation and develop systemic mechanisms for cooperation in environmental … [Read more...]
President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev: Trade and economic cooperation is the main driver of regional partnership and integration in Central Asia
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev noted in his speech that the Central Asian region is becoming one of the important centers of economic growth and investment activity, regaining its historical role as a transport hub connecting West with East and North with South. Taking into account the in-depth analysis of the impact of global processes on the … [Read more...]
President of Uzbekistan: It is important that the IFAS reform process is based on the principle of “water – energy – food”
Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev shared his vision for reforming the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS) at a meeting of the Heads of State of the founding countries in Dushanbe on 15 September 2023. This topic was one of the central themes in the speeches of the Presidents of Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan. "It is important that the process of … [Read more...]
President Sadyr Zhaparov: Kyrgyzstan attaches priority importance to the development of cooperation with Central Asian countries
President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Zhaparov, in his speech at the Fifth Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States in Dushanbe, noted that consultative meetings create favorable conditions for maintaining regular dialogue at the highest level, as well as significantly strengthen mutual trust between our states. "I am confident that our joint work, constant … [Read more...]
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov left on a working visit to New York
On Sunday, 17 September, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov left on a working visit to the United States of America to participate in the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly, held in New York. "Turkmenistan, committed to a policy of peacefulness, positive neutrality, and broad international cooperation, steadily follows its chosen course, developing constructive … [Read more...]
Qatar and Turkmenistan Look to Exchange Expertise in Horse Breeding
On Friday, 1 September, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with the Secretary General of the Qatar Equestrian Federation Sheikh Ahmad bin Nooh Al-Thani. Ahmad bin Nooh Al-Thani arrived in Turkmenistan to present the Aba Annayev International Academy of Horse Breeding in Arkadag with an … [Read more...]
Qatar, Turkmenistan Chambers discuss ways to boost cooperation
Qatar Chamber and the Turkmenistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry discussed ways to enhance commercial and industrial cooperation, encourage businessmen from both countries to form alliances and partnerships, and promote investment climates and opportunities in both nations. According to the Qatar Chamber’s press release, this came during a meeting held recently at the … [Read more...]
Raisi and Tokayev underline the importance of the Kazakhstan–Turkmenistan–Iran railway
Kazakhstan and Iran have great potential in strengthening transit and transport links between the two countries. This was stated at the meeting of the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev with his Iranian counterpart Ibrahim Raisi in New York on the sidelines of the 78th session of the UN General Assembly. In particular, the parties noted the wide possibilities of … [Read more...]
Russia interested in the development of the Caspian Sea to the benefit of all coastal countries
Russia is interested in the sustainable development of the Caspian Sea and the full-scale implementation of its economic and transport and logistics potential to the benefit of all coastal countries (Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Iran, and Kazakhstan). This follows from the statement by Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko at the VIII Caspian Media Forum in … [Read more...]
Samara Region of Russia to present its business potential in Turkmenistan
The prospects of cooperation between the Samara region of the Russian Federation and Turkmenistan became the main topic of the visit of the Turkmen delegation headed by Consul General in Kazan Guich Garayev to Samara. On 5 September, Garayev held a series of meetings in Samara, including with the head of the structural unit of the Ministry of Economic Development and … [Read more...]
Seoul hosted the first Central Asia–Korea parliamentary forum, Turkmenistan to host the next meeting of the platform
The speakers of the parliaments of South Korea and five Central Asian countries held the first forum in Seoul on Tuesday, 19 September, to discuss cooperation in areas of mutual interest. The event was attended by Kim Jin-pyo, Speaker of the National Assembly of Korea, Speaker of the Majilis of the Parliament of Kazakhstan Yerlan Koshanov, Chairman of the Senate of the Oliy … [Read more...]
Six Schools from Turkmenistan Join UNESCO Associated Schools Network
A number of secondary specialized schools in Turkmenistan have joined the UNESCO Associated Schools Network (ASPNet). On 1 September, the Day of Knowledge and Student Youth, the Resident Coordinator of the United Nations in Turkmenistan Dmitry Shlapachenko presented the Certificates of memebership to the directors of the following schools: Ashgabat Specialized Secondary … [Read more...]
Sowing of winter wheat starts in Turkmenistan
On Wednesday, 6 September, sowing of winter wheat started in Turkmenistan. 690,000 hectares of land have been allocated for wheat. The harvest target for 2024 is 1.4 million tons of grain, including in provinces: Akhal – sowing area: 195,000 hectares, harvest target: 400,000 tons of grain. Balkan – sowing area: 50,000 hectares, harvest target: 80,000 tons of grain … [Read more...]
Special Representative of UN Secretary-General for Central Asia addresses the Council of heads of founding states of the International Fund for Saving the Aral sea
On 15 September 2023, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Central Asia Kaha Imnadze participated in the Council of Heads of Founding States of IFAS in Dushanbe, Republic of Tajikistan. At the meeting, hosted by the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, the Heads of the Founding States welcomed the activities under the Chairmanship of Tajikistan in IFAS … [Read more...]
Speech by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov at the Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States
Dear Heads of State! Dear members of the delegations! Allow me to express my gratitude to the distinguished President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Sharifovich Rahmon for the warm hospitality and excellent conditions created for fruitful joint work. Let me also welcome the distinguished Ilham Heydarovich as an honorary guest of the Consultative Meeting of the … [Read more...]
Tajikistan Issues Postage Stamps to Mark 5th Anniversary of Central Asian Consultative Mechanism
On 12 September 2023, a solemn stamp cancellation ceremony was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan issued on the occasion of the 5th anniversary of the mechanism of consultative meetings of the heads of Central Asian states and the 30th anniversary of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan … [Read more...]
Tajikistan President Highlights Need for Regional Cooperation on Climate Change
At a meeting of the Heads of the founding States of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea in Dushanbe on 15 September, President Emomali Rahmon highly appreciated the thirty-year activity of IFAS, but believes there is still much work to be done. "This is especially important taking into account the population in the region, ensuring economic development and … [Read more...]
Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Iran, and Türkiye to discuss the development of the TUTIT multimodal corridor in Dushanbe
The first meeting of the High-Level Working Group on the Multimodal Corridor "Tajikistan–Uzbekistan–Turkmenistan–Iran–Türkiye" (TUTIT) will be held in Dushanbe on Thursday, 21 September. The meeting will be held under the auspices of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO), the Ministry of Transport of Tajikistan reports. The meeting of the High-Level Working Group … [Read more...]
The 32nd anniversary of Independence of Uzbekistan celebrated in Ashgabat
On 5 September 2023, the Embassy of Uzbekistan to Turkmenistan hosted an official reception at the Yildiz Hotel on the occasion of the celebration of the 32nd anniversary of Independence of the Republic of Uzbekistan. The event was attended by representatives of the government, political and business circles of Turkmenistan, creative intelligentsia, members of the Uzbek … [Read more...]
The parliamentary delegation of Turkmenistan is on a visit to Korea
On 17-19 September 2023, a delegation led by the Chairman of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan Dunyagozel Gulmanova is on a working visit to Korea. The purpose of the visit is to participate in the First Meeting of Speakers of Parliaments “Central Asia - Republic of Korea”. On 17 September 2023, upon arrival at Incheon International Airport, Ms.Gulmanova met with the head of the … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan met with the President of South Korea in New York
On Monday, 18 September 2023, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan, who is on a working visit to New York, met with President Yun Suk Yeol of the Republic of Korea, TDH reports. During the meeting, the two presidents discussed the strong and growing Turkmen-Korean relations, which are based on the principles of equality, mutual benefit, respect, and trust. They … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan to take part in the Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asia States in Tajikistan
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov will pay a working visit to Tajikistan to participate in the fifth Consultative Meeting of the heads of Central Asian states and in the meeting of the heads of the founding States of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS), scheduled for 14-15 September 2023. Deputy Prime Minister, foreign minister of Turkmenistan … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan will visit Tajikistan
On September 14-15, 2023, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov will pay a working visit to the Republic of Tajikistan to participate in the fifth Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia and the next meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the founders of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS). As part of the summit meetings, a … [Read more...]
The Presidents of Turkmenistan and Tajikistan discussed the dynamics of bilateral relations
Before the start of the Summit of the Heads of State of Central Asia in Dushanbe on 14 September 2023, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon. During the conversation, the parties expressed confidence that the results of the fifth Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia and the next meeting of the … [Read more...]
The University of Tsukuba and the Turkmen Engineering University signed an agreement
The Japanese University of Tsukuba will provide educational support to the Oguzkhan Engineering and Technological University of Turkmenistan. The corresponding agreement was signed on 5 September 2023 by the President of the University of Tsukuba Nagata Kyosuke and the rector of Oguzkhan University Gurbanmyrat Mezilov, according to the Embassy of Japan in … [Read more...]
The UNRCCA Preventive Diplomacy Academy Learned the Principles, Approaches and Forms of Youth Involvement in Society Life
On September 13, 2023, participants of the UNRCCA Preventive Diplomacy Academy from Central Asia and Afghanistan took part in an online seminar titled “Principles, approaches and forms of youth involvement in society life.” The purpose of the event was to raise awareness of young people on the United Nations Youth Strategy and relevant Security Council resolutions 2250 … [Read more...]
There is a full understanding between Russia and Central Asia in the energy sector, says Lavrov
There is a full understanding in the framework of cooperation between Russia and Central Asia in the energy sector, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Friday, 1 September, at a meeting with first-year students of Moscow State Institute for International relations, on the occasion of the beginning of the academic year. The chief Russian diplomat also mentioned the … [Read more...]
Trade between the countries of Central Asia exceeds $ 10 billion, says Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan Nurtleu
The volume of trade between the countries of the Central Asian region (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan) has exceeded US $ 10 billion to date. This was stated by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Murat Nutrleu at a meeting of the foreign ministers of the Central Asian countries in Dushanbe, on Wednesday, 13 Sep. In his speech, Nurtleu … [Read more...]
Trade complex: new successes, innovative technologies and modern services
Batyr Atdayev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan The trade complex, which occupies one of the main positions in the domestic and foreign economic policy of Turkmenistan, has become one of the rapidly developing areas of the national economy. Today, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov worthily continues the initiatives of the Hero-Arkadag on the … [Read more...]
Traditional Turkmen Yurt delights visitors at International Festival in Constanta
On 1-4 September 2023, the Turquoise Venus Beach in the city of Constanta hosted the annual international Turkish-Tatar festival "Kara Ulis Kurultai" was held on, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Romania reports. As part of the festive program, an exhibition-fair was held, as well as creative and craft workshops of 40 participating countries were presented. Special … [Read more...]
Transport Ministers of Central Asian States Adopt Joint Communiqué at Dushanbe meeting, Approve Draft Agreement on Land Transport
The Central Asian countries highlighted the important role of transport and logistics as a basis for promoting international trade, economic growth and sustainable development. This is stated in the Joint Communique adopted today (13 Sep) following the First Meeting of transport ministers of the countries of the region, which took place in Dushanbe, the Ministry of Transport of … [Read more...]
Turkic States Look to Enhance Intraregional Connectivity Through Transport Corridors
The 2nd Meeting of the Heads of Railway Administrations of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) took place on 14 September 2023 in Istanbul under the moderation of Mirvokhid Azimov, Deputy Secretary General of the Organization of Turkic States. The meeting was attended by the Secretary General of OTG K.Omuraliev, as well as heads and deputy heads of railway companies of … [Read more...]
Türkiye’s rich cheese culture captivates visitors
Turkish cuisine is impressive for its rich variety, unique delicacies, and diverse cheeses produced in different regions. The rich biodiversity generated by the climate unique to other areas of Turkey is the basis of these flavours. Due to the varying climatic conditions, milk and cheese have individual tastes and aromas in each region. Türkiye’s impressive cheese selection is … [Read more...]
Turkmen and Korean shipbuilders to jointly build two bulk carriers
The Turkmen Shipbuilding and Ship Repair Plant "Balkan" and the Korean company "Koryo Shipbuilding Industry Technology Co., Ltd." (KSIT) have signed a contract for the joint construction of two dry cargo vessels with a capacity of 6,100 tons. Highly qualified engineers from KSIT and local staff from the Balkan plant will work together on the project. As part of the deal, … [Read more...]
Turkmen Envoy presents credentials to President of Portugal
On September 7, 2023, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Portugal (with residence in Paris) Maksat Charyev presented his credentials to the President of the Portuguese Republic Marcel Rebelo de Sousa. As part of the presentation ceremony, the Ambassador conveyed greetings and best wishes on behalf of the President of Turkmenistan Serdar … [Read more...]
Turkmen National Institute of World Languages Opens Modernized Classrooms for Teaching Japanese under Japanese Government Grant Assistance Project
Today, on 13 September 2023, the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages hosted the opening ceremony of classrooms as part of the Project for providing equipment to teach Japanese language at the Turkmen National Institute of World Languages. This project, in turn, was implemented within the framework of Japanese Government project "Grassroots Grant … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan High Tech week 2023: Harnessing the power of technology and Innovation to build an inclusive and sustainable future
The Oguz Han Engineering and Technology University of Turkmenistan in cooperation with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan and the OSCE Centre in Ashgabat, in a hybrid format holds the Week of High Technologies "Sustainable Economic Development: Innovation and Industrialization" from 18 through 21 September 2023 in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. The Week … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Joins Meeting of EXPO 2023 Doha Participating Countries
The International Horticulture Exhibition EXPO-2023 Doha will be held in the capital of Qatar from 2 October 2023 to 28 March 2024 under the slogan "Green desert, Better environment". On 10-11 September, the international council on protocol and organizational issues of this exhibition was convened, the Turkmenistan’s Embassy to Qatar reports. According to Qatari media … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan may become a transit corridor for Uzbekistan to transport goods to Russia
Russia and Uzbekistan are exploring the possibility of organizing export-import cargo transportation along the multimodal route Uzbekistan–Turkmenistan–Caspian Sea–Russia and back. This was discussed at the meeting of the Minister of Transport of Uzbekistan Ilkhom Makhkamov with the State Secretary - Deputy Minister of Transport of the Russian Federation D. Zverev. Issues … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Outlines Climate Change Initiatives to Boost Global Cooperation
During the government meeting on Thursday, 31 Aug 2023, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Rashid Meredov reported on the steps taken to develop international cooperation of Turkmenistan in the field of climate change. One of the main pillars of Turkmenistan's foreign policy is to expand constructive partnerships with countries and international … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan President to attend UNGA 78th session and C5+1 Summit in New York
On 17-20 September 2023, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov will pay a working visit to New York. This was announced by DPM, foreign minister Rashid Meredov at a Cabinet meeting on Saturday, 16 September. During the visit, on 19 September the head of Turkmenistan will take part in the first US-Central Asia C5+1 summit and in the 78th session of the United … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Receives Industrial Gas Inflow at the Largest Field
The Galkynysh gas field, the largest field in Turkmenistan, has received a high-pressure industrial inflow of natural gas, the newspaper of the oil and gas complex of Turkmenistan "Nebit-gas" reports. According to the estimates of specialists from the State Concern "Turkmengaz", the well is flowing at a rate of 2.26 million cubic meters of natural gas per day. The inflow … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan reviews the progress towards the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference of Population and Development
Ashgabat, 6 September 2023 – As the international community prepares to mark 30th anniversary of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD), the United Nations Population Fund, UNFPA, in collaboration with the Government of Turkmenistan convened a high-level national conference in Ashgabat to review the progress made since the landmark ICPD conference … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan to present its economic achievements at the exhibition in Ashgabat
"Exhibition of economic achievements of Turkmenistan" will be held in Ashgabat on 20-21 September, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan reports. The traditional expo is timed to coincide with the 32nd anniversary of the country's Independence. The products and services of Turkmenistan's economy, including innovative technologies, export and … [Read more...]
UNDP promotes vocational education and employment of persons with disabilities in Turkmenistan
UNDP and national partners discussed important issues related to inclusive education and employment of persons with disabilities at the round table on “Promoting vocational education and employment of people with disabilities: international best practices and development of recommendations”, held on 15 September 2023 at the UN Building in Ashgabat. The event was organized … [Read more...]
UNDP raises awareness of water specialists on the issues related to the impact of climate change on water resources of Turkmenistan
Within the framework of the project "Developing the National Adaptation Planning Process in Turkmenistan", implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) with the financial support of the Green Climate Fund (GCF) in cooperation with the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, a new series of three-days workshops for water specialists were launched. … [Read more...]