Президент Туркменистана Сердар Бердымухамедов совершит визит в Италию в октябре текущего года. Как сообщает итальянское информационное агентство Agenzia Nova со ссылкой на заместителя министра иностранных дел Италии Эдмондо Чириелли, визит главы туркменского государства будет приурочен к открытию археологической выставки, посвященной древней Маргиане. Экспозиция пройдет в одном … [Read more...]
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International Conference on Sustainable Energy and Climate Held in Turkmenistan with Support from UNDP and the EU
On April 4, 2025, the International Conference titled “Status of Neutrality – a Guarantee of Sustainable Energy Development. Systems Thinking for Comprehensive Analysis of Energy and Climate" was held at the State Energy Institute of Turkmenistan in Mary city. The event was organized jointly within the framework of the United Nations development Programme (UNDP) project … [Read more...]
European Union – Central Asia: regional consolidation and global partnership
On April 4, 2025, the first “Central Asia - European Union” official summit will be held in Samarkand, under the chairmanship of the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev. This event is set to become a significant political milestone and will mark the beginning of a new phase in the relationship between the two regions. An important prerequisite for the … [Read more...]
We have a historic chance to make our region prosperous, Uzbekistan president tells Euronews
The upcoming summit in Samarkand will be truly historic as it will bring together for the first time the leaders of the five Central Asian countries and the EU in one place, Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev said in a Euronews exclusive. The Central Asia-EU summit in the historic Uzbekistan city of Samarkand marks a significant development in the relationship between … [Read more...]
Infographic: Trade, Economic and Investment Cooperation Between Uzbekistan and EU Countries
Public Relations Sector, Center for Economic Research and Reforms, Uzbekistan In the lead-up to the “Central Asia – European Union” Summit, which will take place on April 3–4, 2025, in Samarkand, the Center for Economic Research and Reforms (CERR) has prepared an infographic reflecting the dynamics of Uzbekistan’s foreign trade and investment cooperation with the European … [Read more...]
New Economic Prospects to Open in Samarkand – On the Upcoming EU–Central Asia Summit
Obid Khakimov, Director of the Center for Economic Research and Reforms On April 3–4, 2025, Samarkand will host a historic event: the first-ever Summit between the European Union and Central Asia. The meeting will be chaired by the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, and will include the participation of the leaders of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan–EU partnership: Progress, Investment and Future Prospects
In recent years, Uzbekistan and the European Union have been steadily expanding their trade, economic, investment, and financial-technical cooperation. The most active bilateral engagements across various levels have taken place over the past eight years, driven by the focused policy of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev. Strengthening political … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan opens modern water management facilities across provinces
On 28 March 2025, Turkmenistan inaugurated several modern water management facilities across its provinces, marking a significant step towards improved water resource management and environmental sustainability. New water and wastewater treatment plants were commissioned in Akhal, Balkan, Lebap, and Mary provinces, designed to enhance the supply of high-quality drinking water … [Read more...]
Министр иностранных дел Туркменистана принял замминистра иностранных дел Италии
14 января 2025 года в МИД Туркменистана состоялась встреча Министра иностранных дел Туркменистана Рашида Мередова с заместителем министра иностранных дел и международного сотрудничества Италии Эдмондо Чириелли, прибывшим в Ашхабад с рабочим визитом, сообщает МИД Туркменистана. В ходе встречи дипломаты отметили значимость двустороннего политического диалога. Рассмотрены … [Read more...]
Jennet Garlyeva: The revival of traditional craft in the modern world
Jennet Garlyeva, an entrepreneur from Ashgabat, has successfully transformed her family's tradition of camel wool weaving into a thriving business. Inspired by her mother, Shasenem, Jennet utilizes traditional weaving techniques on modernized antique wooden looms, similar to those used centuries ago in Turkmen yurts. Jennet uses traditional weaving techniques, working on … [Read more...]
Magtymguly Fragi’s poems published in Chinese and Italian
The Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan hosted presentations of collections of selected works by Magtymguly Fragi in Chinese and Italian. Presentation of the collection in Chinese On December 25, 2024, a collection of selected works by Magtymguly Fragi in Chinese was presented. The event was attended by representatives … [Read more...]
Dancing with the Swan – Between Politics and Art
Anton Genza The Georgian Royal National Ballet is also stopping in Almaty as part of its world tour. Between tradition and innovation, the troupe embodies national pride, a fighting spirit and artistry – and sets its own accents in the process. About the non-Soviet ballet in the former Soviet republics. Graceful and battle-hardened Georgian ballet by no means has its own … [Read more...]
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: … [Read more...]
Government officials from Turkmenistan receive OSCE-training on investigating blockchain-related financial crimes
On 27 and 28 November 2024, 22 officials from various government institutions in Turkmenistan, including the Prosecutor General’s Office, the Central Bank, the Ministry of Finance, the Financial Monitoring Agency, and the Ministry of Internal Affairs, participated in a specialized workshop on preventing and investigating the criminal use of virtual assets and blockchain-based … [Read more...]
Masato Kanda Elected as ADB President
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) Board of Governors has unanimously elected Masato Kanda as ADB’s 11th President. Mr. Kanda, 59, currently serves as Special Advisor to Japan’s Prime Minister and Minister of Finance. He will assume office on 24 February 2025, succeeding Masatsugu Asakawa, who will leave office on 23 February 2025. Mr. Kanda will complete the unexpired term of … [Read more...]
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 was to bolster regional dialogue and … [Read more...]
OSCE fosters dialogue on critical infrastructure resilience in Central Asia and beyond
On 22 November 2024, 25 government officials from Central Asia gathered in Ashgabat for a Regional Conference on “Critical Infrastructure Protection in Central Asia: Strengthening Resilience, Enhancing Security”. The event was organized by the OSCE Transnational Threats Department, the Office of the Co-ordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental Activities and the OSCE Centre … [Read more...]
Göbeklitepe: The Enigma of a Sacred Place Exhibition opens in Colosseum
The Archaeological Park of the Colosseum is pleased to announce the opening of the exhibition "Göbeklitepe: The Enigma of a Sacred Place", an extraordinary event that will take the public on a journey to discover one of the oldest and most fascinating archaeological sites in the world, located in Şanlıurfa city in south-eastern Türkiye. The exhibition will be open to the public … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan took part in the session of the General Assembly of the International Bureau of Exhibitions in Paris
On 26 November 2024, the 175th session of the General Assembly of the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) was held in Paris, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in France reports. The session was attended by Ambassador, Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan to the BIE, Maksat Chariyev, Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan Mergen Gurdov, as well … [Read more...]
The Permanent exhibition of the French‐Turkmen Archaeological Mission “30 years of archaeological work: Ulug‐depe” opens in Ashgabat
French diplomacy has maintained close ties with archaeology since the middle of the 19th century. After World War II, French archaeological research abroad received a new impetus with the support of the Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs. Currently, more than 150 missions are supported annually, which are deployed on five continents and operate in such iconic locations as … [Read more...]
The Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan and ETF discussed the results of the European educational project DARYA
A meeting between Deputy Minister of Education Azat Ataev and Ms. Christine Hemschemeier, Coordinator for Central Asia at the European Training Foundation (ETF), took place at the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. The meeting focused on reviewing achievements and discussing future cooperation under the DARYA Project. This EU-supported initiative aims to empower youth in … [Read more...]
A new enterprise in Turkmenabat produces glycyrrhizic acid from licorice
In October of this year, a new enterprise for the production of glycyrrhizic acid from licorice root (licorice) was opened in the industrial zone of the city of Turkmenabat. The enterprise is a part of the agro-industrial complex "Buýan" of the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan. The opening of the plant is an important step in the development of the … [Read more...]
CIS Road Builders Meeting: a new stage of co-operation in infrastructure development
On November 15, 2024, the 48th meeting of the Commonwealth of Independent States Intergovernmental Council of Road Builders was held at the Archabil Hotel. This landmark event brought together leading experts, engineers and representatives of government agencies to discuss issues related to the development of motorways, the use of modern technologies, materials and equipment. … [Read more...]
Ратан Тата, легендарный филантроп
В его группу входят 26 компаний, в которых работает более миллиона человек примерно в 80 странах. Компания, которая стоила всего 4 миллиарда долларов, когда он возглавил ее, сейчас стоит 400 миллиардов долларов. Его группа компаний является глобальной во всех смыслах – более 65% выручки приходится на продажи и операции за пределами Индии. Ратан Навал Тата (28 декабря 1937 – … [Read more...]
Ratan Tata, the Legendary Philanthropist
There are 26 companies in his group, employing more than a million people in some 80 countries. A company that was worth just $4 billion when he took over, is now worth $400 billion. His group of companies is global in every sense – more than 65% of the revenues come from sales and operations from outside India. Ratan Naval Tata (28 December 1937 – 9 October 2024) was an … [Read more...]
Ashgabat Unveils Cutting-Edge Rehabilitation and Clinical Centers having no analogues in Central Asia
On Wednesday, October 9, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Arkadag Berdimuhamedov, led the opening ceremonies of new medical institutions in Ashgabat – the International Health and Rehabilitation Center for 400 places and the International Scientific and Clinical Center of Physiology for 250 places. The events were tamed for the Day of Healthcare Workers and the … [Read more...]
Izmir Fam Trip – Part #4: Ephesus – Touching Ancient Civilizations – One Day in the Life of an Ephesian
Elvira Kadyrova One of the highlights of our press delegation's visit to Türkiye was the legendary open-air museum city of Ephesus. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2015, Ephesus held particular interest for us Turkmen journalists, given our country's own UNESCO-listed ancient Parthian city of Nisa. Both Ephesus and Nisa were significant parts of Hellenistic culture … [Read more...]
Discover the hidden treasures of Türkiye’s western region
Every corner reveals a unique blend of ancient history, natural beauty, and cultural richness in Türkiye, as well as a treasure trove of hidden gems that are waiting to be discovered. From the ancient ruins of Sagalassos nestled in the verdant hills of Burdur to the mystical heritage of Phrygians in the Central-West of Türkiye, such destinations promise memorable journeys … [Read more...]
Remarkable Coloured Scylla Sculpture Group Unearthed in Türkiye’s Laodikeia
A set of sculptures belonging to the Scylla group has been unearthed at Laodikeia in Denizli, a city famous for its archaeological monuments in Türkiye’s Western Anatolian Region. These extraordinary sculptures, reflecting the baroque style of the Hellenistic period, stand out with their well-preserved original paint and artistic style. The Laodikeia excavations are part of the … [Read more...]
KIDS EXPO TURKMENISTAN
UNICEF Participates in First-Ever KIDS EXPO in Turkmenistan Today [19 Aug] marks the beginning of the KIDS EXPO, where UNICEF is proudly taking part. This first of its kind event in Turkmenistan presents a wonderful opportunity for UNICEF to connect with children and their parents – in a vibrant, interactive setting. The event takes place at the Garagum Hotel and will continue … [Read more...]
Reviving the Silk Road with a new digital link
Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan’s $50 million fiber-optic cable sets the stage for a digital Silk Road transformation A significant fiber-optic cable connection will be laid along the Caspian Sea floor thanks to an investment of over $50 million from Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan, Jaslan Madiyev, the minister of digital development, innovations and aerospace industry of Kazakhstan, … [Read more...]
Air Cargo Review – Central Asia and Caucasus – Part Four
Turkmenistan Fleet Expansion and Modernization Turkmenistan Airlines has made significant strides in modernizing and expanding its cargo fleet. In March 2023, the airline took delivery of its first Airbus A330-200P2F cargo aircraft, marking Central Asia's first Passenger-to-Freighter (P2F) converted widebody. This aircraft, registered as EZ-F429, arrived in Ashgabat in May … [Read more...]
The richest woman of Russia made her fortune through E-Commerce
She is a self-made billionaire. She founded her ecommerce company while on maternity leave. Her net worth is about USD 7.4 billion. Tatyana Bakalchuk is the richest woman in Russia and one of the only two female billionaires in Russia. In 2004, Tatyana Bakalchuk spent USD 700 to create a website for Wildberries, an e-commerce business she started out of her Moscow … [Read more...]
Рукоделие как фактор развития самостоятельной занятости населения
Керим Кертиев, кандидат экономических наук, старший преподаватель Туркменского государственного института финансов Чары Нурмухаммедов, специалист по стратегическому планированию, Руководитель аппарата Постоянного координатора ООН в Туркменистане Рукоделие уходит истоками в далекое прошлое. С глубокой древности предки туркмен улучшали свой быт, атмосферу в жилище при помощи … [Read more...]
Handicrafts as a factor in the development of self-employment
Kerim Kertiyev, PhD in Economics, Senior Lecturer, National Institute of Finance, Turkmenistan Chary Nurmuhammedov, Head of Office, UN Resident Coordinator’s Office The handicraft making is deeply rooted in the distant past. Since ancient times, Turkmen ancestors had been improving their well-being and the atmosphere in their homes by creating handmade items and objects. … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan calls for mass harnessing of geothermal energy
Geothermal energy is the heat within the earth. The word geothermal comes from the Greek words geo (earth) and therme (heat). Geothermal energy is a renewable energy source because heat is continuously produced inside the earth. The earth's surface absorbs about 50 percent of the sun's energy into the ground. This, and the radioactive decay of minerals, produces geothermal … [Read more...]
Young women from Turkmenistan and Central Asia are invited to participate in the OSCE Renewable Energy Scholarship Program
To support young women’s early careers in the renewable energy sector, the OSCE is proud to announce the second edition of the fully-funded scholarship for the Master’s programme in Strategic Management of Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency. The scholarship will support female applicants from Central Asia, Afghanistan, and Mongolia to pursue a Master’s Degree at the … [Read more...]
In hot pursuit of Marco Polo – Two dandies on push bikes – Venice to Beijing
In the Italian reception (Ashgabat) yesterday (3 June 2024), we met two dandy boys, both about 65, who are on a 12000 journey from Venice to Beijing on their bicycles. Age is just a number for them. Their enthusiasm defies all stereotypes. Relying solely on thigh power, they are pedalling their way through 12 countries: Italy, Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Turkey, … [Read more...]
Делегация Туркменистана приняла участие в министерской конференции в формате «Центральная Азия – Италия»
29 мая 2024 года в Риме состоялась министерская конференция в формате «Центральная Азия – Италия». В мероприятии приняли участие руководители внешнеполитических ведомств стран Центральной Азии, Италии, а также представители Европейского Союза. Делегацию Туркменистана возглавил Заместитель Председателя Кабинета Министров, Министр иностранных дел Туркменистана Рашид … [Read more...]
Надежда для Арала: Италия и Центральная Азия объединят усилия по реабилитации моря
Итальянское агентство по сотрудничеству в целях развития (Aics) и компания по управлению водными системами (Sogesid) подписали документ, который проложит путь к реализации проекта по восстановлению Аральского моря. 29 мая 2024 года в Риме, на полях третьей министерской конференции Италия-Центральная Азия, была подписана декларация о намерениях по "определению оперативной и … [Read more...]
В Риме состоялась 3-я Министерская конференция “Италия-Центральная Азия”
29 мая 2024 года в Риме заместитель Премьер-министра Италии, министр иностранных дел и международного сотрудничества Антонио Таяни встретился с министрами иностранных дел Казахстана, Кыргызстана, Таджикистана, Туркменистана и Узбекистана в рамках третьей министерской конференции “Италия-Центральная Азия”. "Италия с большим интересом рассматривает политическое сотрудничество … [Read more...]
Magtymguly Pyragy Park opens in Turkmenistan with powerful messages to the world
nCa Report by Elvira Kadyrova and Raviliya Kadyrova A huge park complex dedicated to Magtymguly Pyragy, the national poet and philosopher of Turkmenistan, was opened on 17 May 2024, in a magnificent ceremony led by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov. The idea for building the park was floated by the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, who is … [Read more...]
В конце мая Рим проведет встречу Центральная Азия+Италия
29 мая министр иностранных дел и международного сотрудничества Италии Антонио Таяни встретится в Риме с коллегами из пяти стран Центральной Азии - Казахстана, Узбекистана, Таджикистана, Кыргызстана и Туркменистана, сообщает агентство Nova News. Как передает источник, во встрече примут участие министр иностранных дел Туркменистана Рашид Мередов, министр иностранных дел … [Read more...]
Представители туркменских вузов ознакомились с европейским опытом в области циркулярной экономики
В Германии, Испании и Италии недавно прошли встречи с делегациями из четырёх стран Центральной Азии – Туркменистана, Казахстана, Узбекистана и Таджикистана. Они состоялись в рамках проекта «CirculEC» (Разработка инновационных учебных программ и модулей по циркулярной экономике и устойчивому развитию) Программы Европейского Союза Эразмус+, пишет газета «Нейтральный … [Read more...]
Central Asian Universities Engage with European Circular Economy Practices
Representatives from universities in Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan participated in a series of meetings across Europe as part of the European Union's Erasmus+ CirculEC project. This initiative focuses on developing innovative training programs on circular economy and sustainable development for Central Asian higher education institutions. The … [Read more...]
Toprak: From a pioneer in waste paper recycling to a waste-free giant
The Toprak company, specializing in the production of paper and cardboard products, was founded in 1998 and is now a leader in the national pulp and paper industry. At the beginning of its journey, the company was engaged in the collection and processing of waste paper. Now, this business entity owns four major production facilities and an extensive industrial … [Read more...]
Would you like to work from one of the most beautiful countries in the world?
Türkiye’s Digital Nomad Visa Platform Is Online With its lively cities and stunning coasts, Türkiye, one of the most popular tourism destinations in the world, is now on its way to becoming a haven for digital nomads as well. To obtain a visa for Türkiye, digital nomads can easily initiate their application process from the Digital Nomad Pre-Application platform Digital … [Read more...]
TEIF 2024: Turkmenistan’s liability to foreign creditors NOT exceed 5% of the country’s GDP – Foreign trade totaled at $ 18.99 billion in 2023
To date, the total Turkmenistan's liability to foreign creditors does not exceed 5% of GDP. This was stated by Chairman of the Board, State Bank for Foreign Economic Affairs of Turkmenistan Rakhimberdy Jepbarov, speaking at the International Forum on Attracting Investments in the Energy Sector of Turkmenistan (TEIF 2024) in Paris. Jepbarov also noted that the … [Read more...]
Customs representatives of Central Asia, Southern Caucasus, Pakistan and the WCO Europe region discuss cooperation mechanisms and information exchange
On 9 and 10 April 2024, representatives from countries participating in the Inter-Regional Network of Customs Authorities and Port Control Units (IREN) held their sixth meeting to discuss the challenges and opportunities arising from data sharing in relation to high-risk cargo. Representatives from Bulgaria, Poland, Türkiye and Italy also participated in the meeting which took … [Read more...]
EU empowers Central Asian educators with innovative learning tool
From 15 to 19 April, over 250 educators will participate in a week of training events organised by the European Union (EU) in Astana, Kazakhstan. The training, targeting trainers from five countries, will introduce participants to SCAFFOLD, an EU-developed deck of cards designed to assist educators in creating effective learning activities. Special attention will be given to … [Read more...]