Pakistan is the most viable route for gas supplies from Turkmenistan to other parts of the world, Musadik Malik, the State Minister for Petroleum of Pakistan said on Wednesday, Pakistani news outlets report. According to a senior official, the Government of Pakistan has extended an invitation to Turkmenistan to explore the possibility of gas connectivity […]
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Президент Туркменистана и зампред правительства России обсудили приоритетные направления двухстороннего партнерства
В пятницу, 17 февраля, Президент Сердар Бердымухамедов принял заместителя Председателя Правительства Российской Федерации Алексея Оверчука, сообщает TDH. В ходе беседы Президент Туркменистана отметил, что нынешний визит заместителя Председателя Правительства РФ в Ашхабад расценивается как логическое продолжение межправительственного диалога, обретающего регулярный характер. Глава государства констатировал результативность переговоров, состоявшихся в ходе официального визита в Туркменистан руководителя Правительства […]
Pakistan: SCO can play the role of beacon of peace
Speech of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan at virtual SCO Summit on 4 July 2023 [Paraphrased Excerpts] The SCO represents a promising future only if we seize the opportunity to achieve the shared goals for the region’s peace and prosperity. Pakistan calls for SCO’s joint action to counter economic recession, terrorism & climate change. […]
Туркменистан в качестве члена Комиссии социального развития ООН продвигает совместные инициативы в ходе её 61-й сессии
С 6 по 15 февраля 2023 года Постоянное представительство Туркменистана при ООН приняло участие в 61-ой сессии Комиссии социального развития ООН. Тема нынешней сессии: «Обеспечение полной и производительной занятости и достойной работы для всех в качестве способа преодоления неравенства для ускоренного восстановления после пандемии COVID-19 и полного осуществления Повестки дня в области устойчивого развития на […]
Palestine and Turkmenistan sign bilateral documents
On August 25, 2023, the meeting of the Chairman of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan D.Gulmanova with the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the State of Palestine, Riyadh al-Maliki, who arrived in our country on a visit the day before, was held. During the talks, the head of the Foreign Ministry of Palestine was […]
Turkmenistan, as a member of the UN Commission for Social Development, promotes joint initiatives during its 61st session
From February 6 to 15, 2023, the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the UN took part in the 61st session of the UN Commission for Social Development. The theme of this session is “Creating full and productive employment and decent work for all as a way of overcoming inequalities to accelerate the recovery from the […]
Parliament of Turkmenistan ratifies the Agreement with Turkey and Azerbaijan on trade and economic cooperation
During the session on Saturday, 3 June, the Parliament of Turkmenistan adopted the Law “On ratification of the Agreement between the Government of Turkmenistan, the Government of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Government of the Republic of Turkey on trade and economic cooperation”. The trilateral agreement is aimed at enhancing friendly relations between the […]
Ассоциация “Туркмен Логистика” и Секретариат Международного Координационного совета по трансъевразийским перевозкам подписали Меморандум о взаимопонимании
Ассоциация “Туркмен Логистика” и Секретариат Международного Координационного совета по трансъевразийским перевозкам подписали Меморандум о взаимопонимании. По сообщению «Туркмен Логистики», документ нацелен на развитие транспортно-логистических связей в Центральной и Северной Азии, Каспийском регионе и на Евразийском континенте в целом. Меморандум позволяет укрепить взаимодействия и кооперации для решения вопросов, связанных с развитием трансграничных перевозок по трассам основных […]
Paving the path to prosperity for Europe and Asia’s Landlocked Developing Countries
Rabab Fatima, the United Nations Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries and Small Island Developing States Europe and Asia’s Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs) stand at a critical juncture in their development journey. They are confronted with intricate development challenges, emanating from their lack of direct access to the sea, […]
The Association “Turkmen Logistics” and the Secretariat of the International Coordinating Council on Trans-Eurasian Transportation signed a Memorandum of Understanding
The Association “Turkmen Logistics” and the Secretariat of the International Coordinating Council on Trans-Eurasian Transportation (CCTT) signed a Memorandum of Understanding. According to Turkmen Logistics, the document is aimed at developing transport and logistics ties in Central and North Asia, the Caspian region and the Eurasian continent as a whole. The Memorandum allows for the […]
Peaceful yet cool; Meet İstanbul’s Anatolian side
İstanbul, one of the most vibrant metropolises worldwide, has a unique identity where European and Asian cultures are harmoniously blended, and the past and present are intertwined. İstanbul has a globally famous range of attractions, and the city’s Anatolian side or its part on the Asian continent contributes to this fame with peaceful yet “cool” […]
Реалии превращения ТАПИ в концепцию Центральная Азия-Пакистан-Выход к открытым морям – Часть первая
Тарик Саиди и Эльвира Кадырова Это происходит прямо на наших глазах. — ТАПИ решительно трансформируется в целую концепцию Центральная Азия – Пакистан – Выход к открытым морям (ЦА – Пакистан – Моря), движимый синергией существующих реалий. ТАПИ, как мы знаем, является аббревиатурой проекта трубопровода Туркменистан-Афганистан-Пакистан-Индия. Первоначально речь шла всего лишь об одном проекте – транснациональном […]
Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the UN and the UN Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan to host side-event on sustainable urban transportation at the 2023 High Level Political Forum on Sustainable development
Arkadag City’s Model for the SDG 11: Paving the way towards the UNGA High-level Meeting on Sustainable Transport Side Event at the 2023 High-Level Political Forum Date: Monday, 17 July 13:15 – 14:30 Venue: Conference Room B Organizers: Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the UN and the UN Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan Background The 2030 […]
The ground realities are transforming TAPI into CAPS – Part One
Tariq Saeedi and Elvira Kadyrova It is happening right before our eyes. — TAPI is decisively transforming into CAPS, driven by the combined force of the ground realities. TAPI, as we know, is the acronym for the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India. Initially it referred to just a single project – transnational gas pipeline. However, lately it has come […]
Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the UN Office at Geneva hosted a meeting of Central Asian Health Ministers with WHO Regional Director for Europe
On 21 May 2023, a meeting of the Health Ministers of the Central Asian countries and WHO Regional Director for Europe Dr.Hans Kluge was held in the premises of the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the UN Office at Geneva. From the Central Asian countries the meeting was attended by: Turkmenistan – Dr. Atageldi Germanov, […]
Си Цзиньпин: Китай готов делиться рынками, промышленными системами и технологиями со странами Центральной Азии
Двухдневный форум по промышленному и инвестиционному сотрудничеству Китай + Центральная Азия (C+C5) стартовал в Циндао, провинция Шаньдун в Восточном Китае, в четверг, 16 февраля. Согласно китайским новостным изданиям, форум посвящен теме «Совместное содействие высококачественному региональному экономическому развитию на основе взаимной выгоды и беспроигрышного прогресса». Председатель КНР Си Цзиньпин направил поздравительное письмо участникам форума из Казахстана, […]
Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan to the UN: “We have to prove that women diplomats work no worse than men”
“The conventional wisdom about the superiority of men in leadership is the result of long-term cultural and social attitudes … Modern reality excludes any predisposition of gender to leadership” — Aksoltan Atayeva , Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to the UN This is the unofficial, slightly paraphrased translation of the text of the interview […]
Xi Jinping: China is willing to share market, industrial systems and technologies with Central Asian countries
The two-day China + Central Asia (C+C5) industry and investment cooperation forum opened in Qingdao, east China’s Shandong Province, on Thursday, 16 February. According to Chinese news outlets, the forum is themed “Jointly promote high-quality regional economic development by mutual benefit and win-win progress” Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory letter to the participants […]
Phase II of Arkadag city development opens up wide opportunities for the participation of Turkish business, says Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov
The second stage of the development of the city of Arkadag, envisaging construction of production and infrastructure facilities, opens up wide opportunities for the involvement of Turkish businessmen. This was stated by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov at a meeting with the Minister of […]
ЕБРР заявляет, что российско-украинский конфликт оказывает умеренное влияние на Центральную Азию
Российской-украинский конфликт оказал незначительное влияние на Центральную Азию, страны которой получили высокие доходы от нефти и газа, испытывают увеличение притока рабочей силы, капитала и денежных переводов, а также пользуются выгодами от торговли с Россией и Китаем. Тем не менее, инфляция и расходы на обслуживание долга все еще существуют, сообщает Европейский банк реконструкции и развития (ЕБРР) […]
Photo journey from Ashgabat to the multifaceted and inspiring Italy
Elvira Kadyrova and Ravilya Kadyrova What associations arise in our minds when we hear about Italy? Yes, these are fascinating seascapes, wonderful cinematography, pizza and pasta, which have become an integral part of gastronomic culture almost all over the world, Fiat cars and luxury Lamborghini, the luminaries of science and art Da Vinci, Michelangelo and […]
EBRD says Russia’s war on Ukraine has modest impact on Central Asia
Russian war in Ukraine has had a minor influence on Central Asia, with high oil and gas income, a boost in labor, capital, and remittance inflows, as well as benefits from trade with Russia and China. Inflation and debt service expenses still exist, though, says the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) says in […]
Photo report from the opening ceremony of Arkadag city
The inauguration ceremony of the Arkadag City of Turkmenistan was held on 29 June 2023. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov led the festive event. Here are some pictures from the day: #Turkmenistan, #Arkadag_City, #inauguration, #pictures,
Казахстан запускает электронные очереди для грузоперевозчиков на границе с Китаем, Узбекистаном и Туркменистаном
На границах Казахстана поэтапно внедряется система электронной очереди с целью ускорения пересечения границы грузовым транспортом, сообщает пресс-служба Комитета государственных доходов Казахстана. До конца февраля сервис онлайн бронирования «CarGoRuqsat» заработает ещё на четырёх пунктах пропуска. Это погранпереходы: Пункты пропуска «Бахты» (область Абай) и «Майкапчагай» (ВКО) на границе с Китаем. С 22 февраля – пункт пропуска «Темир-Баба» […]
Plenary session of the International Transport Conference in Ashgabat completed
The plenary session of the International Conference and Exhibition “International Transport and Transit Corridors: Interconnection and Development”, ongoing in Ashgabat, has ended. The senior officials of the transport sector of Turkmenistan, as well as the heads of international and non-governmental organizations in the field of transport shared their vision of new challenges and opportunities in […]
Kazakhstan launches e-queues for cargo carriers on the border with China, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan
Kazakhstan gradually introduces an electronic queue system at the borders in order to accelerate the crossing by cargo transport, the press service of the State Revenue Committee of Kazakhstan reports. By the end of February, the online booking service “CarGoRuqsat” will be launched at four more checkpoints. These are border crossings: Checkpoints “Bakhty” (Abai region) […]
PM Narendra Modi: India has created five pillars of cooperation in the SCO
Opening the online SCO summit on 4 July 2023, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi summed up the results of his country’s chairmanship and spoke about efforts to bring multifaceted cooperation in the SCO to new heights. Modi highlighted five new pillars of cooperation established by India within the SCO. These are Startups and Innovation, Traditional […]
Туркменистан предоставляет льготы для МДП грузоперевозок
Государственная таможенная служба Туркменистана интегрировала с таможенной информационной системой «ASYCUDA World» информационную систему «TIR-EPD». TIR-EPD была разработана Международным союзом автомобильного транспорта (IRU) и работает в соответствии с Таможенной конвенцией о международной перевозке грузов с применением книжки МДП (1975) В настоящее время на основании предварительных электронных данных, полученных через информационную систему «TIR-EPD», оформление таможенных деклараций осуществляется […]
Political consultations between Turkmenistan and the State of Palestine were held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan
On 24 August 2023, political consultations were held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan between Turkmenistan and the State of Palestine at the level of the heads of foreign affairs agencies. From Turkmen side, the negotiations were led by the Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov, from the Palestinian side – by the […]
Turkmenistan provides benefits for TIR cargo transportation
The State Customs Service of Turkmenistan has integrated the TIR-EPD information system with the ASYCUDA World customs information system. TIR-EPD was developed by the International Road Transport Union (IRU) and operates in accordance with the Customs Convention on the International Carriage of Goods under Cover of TIR Carnets (1975). Currently, on the basis of preliminary […]
Polypropylene terminal of the Turkmenbashi seaport delivered cargo to Russia and Turkey
Chemical products of the oil and gas industry, which are in great demand on the world market, are exported through the polypropylene terminal of the Turkmenbashi International Seaport, located on the Turkmen coast of the Caspian Sea, with a capacity of 120,000 tons per year. According to the Turkmenbashi Seaport, 749.9 tons of high-quality coke […]
Moscow hosted a concert of Turkmen pop stars
On 15 February 2023, one of the best Moscow concert halls, Vegas City Hall, hosted about 1,500 music fans who gathered for a tour performance of Turkmen pop stars, Turkmenistan General Consulate to Kazan, Russia, reported in social nets. Turkmen pop art was represented by a charming voice owner, vocalist Azat Donmezov, virtuoso of playing […]
President Abbas Invites President Berdimuhamedov to Visit Palestine
On Friday, 25 August 2023, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Palestine and Expatriates, Riyadh al-Maliki, TDH reports. The minister conveyed to the head of Turkmenistan an invitation from President Mahmoud Abbas to visit Palestine. Al-Maliki confirmed his country’s desire to further strengthen the traditional interstate dialogue with […]
В Москве состоялся концерт звезд туркменской эстрады
15 февраля 2023 года один из лучших Московских концертных залов «Вегас-сити холл» принял почти полторы тысячи любителей музыки, собравшихся на гастрольное выступление звезд туркменской эстрады. Туркменское эстрадное искусство на московской сцене представляли солисты, чья популярность у себя на родине не требовала предъявления дополнительных сертификатов качества. Обладатель чарующего голоса, вокалист Азат Донмезов, виртуоз игры на духовых, […]
President and National Leader of Turkmenistan send messages of condolence to leadership of UAE
President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, and the National Leader of Turkmenistan, Arkadag Berdimuhamedov have sent separate messages of condolence to President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Vice President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the sad demise of their brother Sheikh Sayyid […]
Туркменистан и Россия намерены раскрыть потенциал газового сотрудничества
В среду, 15 февраля, Президент Туркменистана Сердар Бердымухамедов принял председателя правления российской компании «Газпром» Алексея Миллера. В ходе беседы Миллер подтвердил заинтересованность крупнейшей энергетической компании РФ во взаимовыгодном сотрудничестве с Туркменистаном. Как отмечалось на встрече, топливно-энергетическая сфера, где накоплен большой опыт и имеется солидный потенциал, занимает важное место в многоплановом туркмено-российском сотрудничестве. Отмечалось, что ПАО […]
President Ilham Aliyev: Central Asia and Azerbaijan are a single historical and cultural geographical region
“Central Asia and Azerbaijan are a single historical and cultural geographical region of strategic importance in world politics with a growing economy, demography and geopolitical potential,” stressed President Ilham Aliyev, who was invited as an honorary guest to the 5th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia in Dushanbe, 14 September. Aliyev […]
Turkmenistan and Russia intend to further tap the gas cooperation potential
On Wednesday, 15 February 2023, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Alexey Miller, CEO of the Russian company Gazprom. During the conversation, Miller confirmed his company’s interest in mutually beneficial cooperation with Turkmenistan. As it was noted at the meeting, the fuel and energy sector, where a lot of experience has been accumulated and there […]
President of Kazakhstan initiates creating an International water and energy consortium in Central Asia
President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev calls for early completion of the process of improving the organizational structure and legal framework of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea, as well as the creation of a mechanism for the effective use of Central Asia’s water and energy resources. He stated this, speaking on Friday, 15 […]
Иранская компания Petropars готова инвестировать в Туркменистан
«Petropars может инвестировать в нефтегазовую отрасль Туркменистана», – заявили некоторые высокопоставленные представители иранской компании Petropars во время беседы с nCa в Ашхабаде 15 февраля 2023 г. Среди них г-жа Шахназ Лашкарян, заместитель руководителя отдела инжиниринга и развития Petropars, и руководители двух полевых проектов, Мохаммад Реза и Фааршид Шахриари. «Мы можем реализовать любой проект на континентальной […]
President of Kazakhstan Tokayev proposes to hold a Dialogue on security and cooperation in Central Asia in 2024
President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, in his speech at the 5th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States, said that the summit will largely determine the further dynamics of multifaceted cooperation between the Central Asian states. “Mutually beneficial trade and economic cooperation is consistently expanding. Contacts between businesses have intensified, and the number […]
Petropars ready to invest in Turkmenistan
“Petropars can invest in the oil and gas industry of Turkmenistan,” said some senior officials of Petropars while talking to nCa in Ashgabat on 15 February 2023. They include Ms. Shahnaz Lashkarian, the deputy head of engineering and development of Petropars, and the heads of two field projects, Mohammad Reza and Faarshid Shahriary. “We can […]
President of Kazakhstan: “Despite the unprecedented geopolitical aggravation, the Central Asian countries have strengthened the intraregional dialogue”
Despite the unprecedented geopolitical aggravation, the Central Asian countries have strengthened the intraregional dialogue. Much of the credit for this goes for the European Union, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said at the second regional high–level meeting “Central Asia – European Union” in Cholpon-Ata. In his speech, Tokayev highlighted the main areas of cooperation between […]
Строительство оставшегося участка газопровода Решт-Челавенд будет завершено через 2-3 месяца – Это увеличит объемы транспортировки газа между Ираном и Азербайджаном на 5,5 млрд кубометров
«Оставшийся участок газопровода Решт-Челавенд будет завершен в течение 2-3 месяцев», – заявил представитель министерства нефти Ирана в беседе с nCa в Ашхабаде 15 февраля 2023 года. Это сравнительно небольшой трубопровод длиной 150 км, диаметром 42 дюйма и суточной пропускной способностью 15 миллионов кубометров (5,5 миллиарда кубометров в год). Трубопровод предоставляет самый короткий маршрут доставки российского […]
President of Kyrgyzstan hosted an official reception in honor of the second EU-Central Asia high-level regional meeting
The President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Zhaparov hosted an official reception on 2 June, in Cholpon-Ata, in honor of participants of the Second EU-Central Asia high-level meeting. The reception was attended by the President of the European Council Charles Michel, the Presidents of Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, as well as the head of the delegation of Turkmenistan […]
Remaining section of Rasht-Chelavend gas pipeline will be completed in 2-3 months. It will add 5.5 bcm to gas transportation capacity between Iran and Azerbaijan
“The remaining section of the Rasht-Chelavend gas pipeline will be completed within 2-3 months,” said a representative of the ministry of oil of Iran while talking to nCa in Ashgabat on 15 February 2023. It is a comparatively small pipeline, 150km in length, 42 inch in diameter, and with daily throughput capacity of 15 million […]
President of Kyrgyzstan: the development of regional transit, transport, logistics potential is the driving force for the growth in Central Asia
“It would be highly advantageous for the Central Asian countries to establish our region as a unified geo-economic space, facilitating diverse forms of successful economic cooperation and interaction,” President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Zhaparov said on 2 June, speaking at the Second high-level regional meeting with the participation of the heads of Central Asian […]
Представители ФАО знакомятся с традициями животноводства в Туркменистане
C 12 по 18 февраля в Туркменистане находятся эксперты Продовольственной и сельскохозяйственной организации ООН (ФАО) в области разведения мелкого рогатого скота Эран Райзман и Юрий Нестеров, сообщает газета «Нейтральный Туркменистан». Цель визита – ознакомление со сложившимися традициями ведения животноводства, переработки продукции овцеводства – шерсти, схемой обеспечения плановых профилактических и лечебных ветеринарных мероприятий, направленных на сохранение […]
President of Tajikistan called on the Central Asian countries to take more active steps towards intraregional integration
“Central Asia today is turning into one of the most important geopolitical centers of the modern world and unique geographical nodes,” said President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, speaking at the Fifth Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States In his opinion, it is no coincidence that within the framework of the Shanghai Cooperation […]
FAO representatives get acquainted with the traditions of animal husbandry in Turkmenistan
Experts of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in the field of small cattle breeding Eran Raisman and Yuri Nesterov pay a visit to Turkmenistan from 12 to 18 February 2023, the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper reports. The purpose of the visit is to get acquainted with the practiced traditions of livestock […]