Tariq Saeedi In our previous two portraits, we explored Necmettin Erbakan, and Albert Schweitzer—men from diverse corners of the world who, through their lives of principle and purpose, remind young people everywhere that individual actions can ripple into something profound. Now, we turn to a woman whose story adds a vital layer to this tapestry. --- Wangari Maathai may … [Read more...]
Eswatini Opens Doors for Turkmen Business: Meeting with Prime Minister Dlamini
A business delegation from Turkmenistan, currently visiting Mbabane, Eswatini, was received on Monday, January 26, by the country's Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini. During the meeting, potential investment opportunities in Eswatini were discussed, according to The Times of Eswatini newspaper. The delegation, led by Khydyrberdi Abdurakhmanov, owner and founder … [Read more...]
New Ambassador of Chad Arrives in Turkmenistan
On 21 January 2026, Turkmenistan’s Deputy Foreign Minister Myahri Byashimova met with the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Chad to Turkmenistan (with residence in Moscow), Mahamoud Adam Bechir, who presented copies of his credentials at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Deputy Minister Byashimova congratulated the … [Read more...]
Shared Borders, Shared Futures
Niu Honglin is a producer and host with CGTN. She is also one of the editors of Stories of Xi Jinping. Peace doesn’t always fall apart because of distant rivals. Peace breaks down because neighbors stop talking. Borders are challenged, and trust chipped away. Small disagreements fester and become permanent. In a world full of global flash points, it’s often relationships … [Read more...]
Building an open and inclusive world through exchanges and mutual learning
CGTN Podcast On July 10, 2025, the Global Civilizations Dialogue Ministerial Meeting kicked off in Beijing. Over 600 guests from 140 countries and regions engaged in in-depth discussions under the theme “Safeguarding Diversity of Human Civilizations for World Peace and Development.” Together, they contributed wisdom and strength to fostering mutual understanding among … [Read more...]
Building a world of lasting peace through dialogue and consultation
CGTN podcast In October 2013, at a conference on work related to neighboring countries, Chinese President Xi Jinping first put forward China's fundamental policy guideline for diplomacy with neighboring countries — amity, sincerity, mutual benefit, and inclusiveness. “Amity” stands for close and friendly relations, “sincerity” for mutual trust and honesty, “mutual benefit” … [Read more...]
New Ambassador of Equatorial Guinea to Turkmenistan Presents Credentials
On 15 December 2025, chairperson of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan Dunyagozel Gulmanova received the credentials from the newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea to Turkmenistan, Luciano Nkogo Ndong Ayecaba (resident in Moscow). On behalf of President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, the Speaker of Parliament congratulated the diplomat on his … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and the Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe Establish Diplomatic Relations
On 11 December 2025, a ceremony to sign the Protocol on the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations between Turkmenistan and the Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe took place in Ashgabat. The document was signed by the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov, and the Minister of Health of the … [Read more...]
Neutrality’s Quiet Power: Unlocking Africa-Central Asia Partnerships for a Multipolar Future
Tariq Saeedi As the world gathers in Ashgabat on December 12 to mark the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality, it's a moment not just for reflection but for envisioning bolder horizons. This milestone underscores how neutrality isn't merely a stance of abstention—it's a strategic choice that fosters peace, stability, and unencumbered collaboration in an … [Read more...]
Development of Turkmen-African cooperation: energy, agriculture and new formats of interaction
A joint meeting was held at the Embassy of the Republic of South Africa in Belgium in Brussels with the participation of the Ambassador of South Africa to Belgium, Thokozile Hasa (former Minister of Tourism), the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Belgium, Sapar Palvanov, and the President of the Brussels Africa Hub, Muktar Baha. During the meeting, the parties discussed ways to … [Read more...]
From Landlocked to Land-Linked: Tailoring Solutions for African and Asian LLDCs at LLDC3
Tariq Saeedi The Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC3), set to take place from August 5–8, 2025, in Awaza, Turkmenistan, under the theme “Driving Progress through Partnerships,” provides a critical platform to address the unique challenges faced by landlocked developing countries (LLDCs). While LLDCs in Africa and Asia share common … [Read more...]
A telephone conversation was held between the heads of the foreign ministries of Turkmenistan and the Central African Republic
On July 2, 2025, a telephone conversation was held between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Francophonie and Central Africans Abroad of the Central African Republic Sylvie Baipo-Temon. The parties discussed the current state and prospects of bilateral cooperation, as well as preparations for the upcoming … [Read more...]
Telephone conversation between the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and the Republic of Niger
On 1 July 2025, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov had a telephone conversation with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Cooperation and Affairs of Nigerians Abroad of the Republic of Niger, Mr. Bakari Yau Sangare. During the conversation, the Ministers discussed the possibilities of developing cooperation between the two countries in areas of mutual … [Read more...]
Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Turkmenistan: A look at China through golden sayings – 35th issue
5th September Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a keynote address “Joining Hands to Advance Modernization and Build a Community with a Shared Future” at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). As Ambassador of PRC to Turkmenistan, I’d like to share with Turkmenistan friends important contents of the aforementioned address … [Read more...]