On 14-15 October 2025, a meeting of the Administrative Council of the Eurasian Patent Organization (EAPO), the organization’s governing body, took place in Ashgabat. One of the notable outcomes of the meeting was the awarding of the V.I. Blinnikov Gold Medal to Turkmenistan’s first smart city, Arkadag. This medal is an EAPO award established in honor of the first President … [Read more...]
Premieres of TRT Avaz in Ashgabat: The Wisdom of Centuries in Magtymguly Poetry and the Technologies of the Future in Arkadag City
Elvira Kadyrova and Ravilya Kadyrova On 13 October 2025, Ashgabat hosted the screening of two short documentary films, “Wise Turkmen Magtymguly” and “Arkadag, City of the Future”, produced by the Turkish television channel TRT Avaz. The event was part of celebrations marking the 34th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s independence and the 30th anniversary of its neutrality … [Read more...]
Triumph of Quality: Arkadag’s Baby Food Wins Gold at WorldFood Moscow 2025
In September 2025, products from Arkadag Medisina Klasteri Menejment [Medical Cluster of Arkadag city], including baby food, received a prestigious award—a gold medal and the “Product of the Year” diploma at the WorldFood Moscow 2025 international food exhibition in Moscow. Special recognition was given to the instant milk porridge for baby food (rice and banana), produced … [Read more...]
Construction of the Medical Cluster Continues in Arkadag City
On 16 August 2025, Oguljahan Atabaeva, Vice-President for Medical Activities of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assisting Children in Need of Guardianship, visited the city of Arkadag. During the visit, she reviewed the progress of construction of the medical cluster “Arkadag Medisina Klasteri”, as well as the design projects for the exhibition stands of … [Read more...]
ADB’s Strategic Partnership with Turkmenistan in the Energy Sector
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has established a robust partnership with Turkmenistan, focusing on transformative initiatives in the energy sector to foster sustainable development, enhance energy efficiency, and accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy. Artur Andrysiak, Country Director of the Turkmenistan Resident Mission, in his speech at the “White City … [Read more...]
The International conference on the occasion of the 4th anniversary of the founding of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship highlighted the importance of efforts to support childhood and motherhood
On Saturday, 29 March 2025, the international conference "Year of Peace and Trust: Development of international activities for the sake of children" was held in Arkadag, dedicated to the 4th anniversary of the establishment of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for assistance to children in need of guardianship. Oguljahan Atabayeva, Vice-President for … [Read more...]
5G and solar panels: Arkadag city at the forefront of technological advancement in Turkmenistan
A large-scale project on the introduction of modern technologies and alternative energy sources is being implemented in the city of Arkadag. These projects were presented during the recent trip of the National Leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov to the city of Arkadag. Mammetkhan Chakiyev, Director General of the Agency for Transport and Communications … [Read more...]
Romanian Association for Smart Cities is interested in cooperation with Turkmenistan
On 4 February 2025, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Romania, A.Annaev, met with the Chairman of the Romanian Association for Smart Cities (ARSC), Mr. Eduard Dumitrescu, to discuss potential areas of cooperation. The ARSC Association started its work in 2016. It brings together experts and professionals from various fields related to the smart city industry, and also has … [Read more...]
National Leader of the Turkmen People Met with Representatives of Korean and Japanese Companies
On 31 January 2025, in the city of Arkadag, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, held a meeting with the heads of the South Korean company "Koreya Meditech Co. Ltd" and the Japanese company "Sumitomo". The meeting took place at the headquarters of the Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Care, named after Gurbanguly … [Read more...]
The National leader of the Turkmen people discussed the prospects of cooperation with the Bouygues Turkmen company
On Saturday, 14 December, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met in Arkadag with Alexey Reshov, General Director of the French company Bouygues Turkmen. During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and promising areas of bilateral cooperation. Reshov briefed Arkadag on the … [Read more...]
Arkadag City received the ESQR’s Quality Choice Prize 2024 in Vienna
On December 9, 2024, the Arkadag City has received the prestigious ESQR’s Quality Choice Prize 2024 during the ceremony held in Vienna. This international event, organized by the European Society for Quality Research (ESQR), honors exceptional achievements in quality management across a diverse range of sectors, including urban development, healthcare, and energy … [Read more...]
CIET 2024: Arkadag is a smart city with great prospects
Chairman of the State Committee for the Construction of the city of Arkadag in Turkmenistan Deryageldy Orazov, speaking at the international conference "Construction, Industry, Energy of Turkmenistan" (CIET 2024), shared new details about the development of this unique project. The first phase of Arkadag, spanning 700 hectares, has seen the construction of over 250 … [Read more...]
The Arkadag Smart City received three awards at the International Exhibition of Smart Cities “WSCE 2024”
On 4 September 2024, the Arkadag Smart City received three awards at the International Exhibition of Smart Cities, called the "World Smart City Expo 2024" held in Goyang, Republic of Korea, the Embassy of Turkmenistan to Korea reports. The awards were presented to both foreign and national cities, as well as companies that stood out in various fields. Notably, Arkadag Smart … [Read more...]
Head of construction committee of Arkadag City will travel to Korea
A Turkmen delegation led by D Orazov, the Chairman of the State Committee for the Construction of the City of Arkadag under the President of Turkmenistan, will travel to Seoul (korea), 1-7 September 2024. The purpose of the visit is to optimize the development of the city of Arkadag, in particular, to participate in the World Smart City Expo, and exchange experience with the … [Read more...]
Star Named After Smart City of Arkadag
A star in the Pegasus constellation has been named after the smart city of Arkadag to commemorate its first anniversary. This announcement was made during a celebratory conference in Arkadag on 29 June. The Russian Space-Earth Society, a celestial research organization, issued a certificate confirming the naming. Magtymguly Turkmen State University received the … [Read more...]
Briefing Highlights Magtymguly Fragi’s Legacy
A press briefing titled "Magtymguly - All humanity Poet" was held on Tuesday, 25 June, in Arkadag city. The event focused on the enduring influence of the renowned Turkmen poet. Discussions highlighted the importance of Magtymguly’s work in shaping moral values among the younger generation. The briefing emphasized how Fragi's principles of humanism, peace, and friendship … [Read more...]
A modern carpet-making enterprise, honoring Turkmenistan’s rich carpet-weaving tradition, to be built in Arkadag smart city
On Saturday, 22 June 2024, the National leader Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov visited Arkadag city to review plans for upcoming construction projects under the second phase of city’s construction. One of the projects presented was a new artistic carpet-making enterprise. The planned complex will include various workshops, such as departments for producing large carpets, … [Read more...]
Arkadag’s Medical Cluster: A Boost for Turkmenistan’s Healthcare and Economy
Turkmenistan is building a state-of-the-art medical cluster in Arkadag as part of the city's second phase of development. This cluster aims to achieve two key goals: Self-sufficiency in medical products: By utilizing local raw materials, the cluster will produce enough everyday medical supplies to meet the entire domestic demand. This reduces reliance on imports and … [Read more...]
Scientific energy conference in Turkmenistan to host Sessions of the UN and the Society of Petroleum Engineers
The International Scientific Conference “Energy Perspectives, New Technologies, and Environmental Aspects in the Development of Hydrocarbon Resources,” (TESC 2024) will be held on June 5-6, 2024, in Arkadag City, Turkmenistan. The conference is organized by State Concerns “Turkmengas” and “Turkmennebit”, State Corporation “Turkmengeology” in cooperation with Turkmen Forum and … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Seeks Expertise in Urban Digitalization from Tatarstan
During the working visit to Kazan, Tatarstan, the delegation of Turkmenistan met with the head of the Executive Committee of Kazan. The delegation included Chairman of the State Committee for Construction of Arkadag city Deryageldi Orazov, Chairman of the State Bank for Foreign Economic Activity of the country Rahimberdi Djepbarov, Rector of the University of Engineering … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan to Support Young Horse Breeders with creation a dedicated group
A group of young horse breeders will be created in Turkmenistan, which will include children interested in horse breeding and horse riding. This proposal was put forward by the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, the National Leader of the Turkmen People Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov during a visit on Sunday (12 May) to the Aba Annayev International Horse Breeding … [Read more...]
Registration for the International Scientific Conference “Energy Perspectives, New Technologies, and Environmental Aspects in the Development of Hydrocarbon Resources,” (TESC 2024) is now open
The International Scientific Conference “Energy Perspectives, New Technologies, and Environmental Aspects in the Development of Hydrocarbon Resources,” (TESC 2024) will be held on June 5-6, 2024, in Arkadag City, Turkmenistan. The conference is organized by State Concerns “Turkmengas” and “Turkmennebit”, State Corporation “Turkmengeology” in cooperation with Turkmen Forum and … [Read more...]
Goetzpartners, German Consulting Company, to Help Build Medical Cluster in Turkmenistan
On Saturday, 27 January, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Vladimir Mathias, Managing Director of Goetzpartners Emerging Markets GmbH, and Hans Gerd Prodoehl, senior consultant of this company. Goetzpartners Emerging Markets GmbH has won an international tender for the provision of … [Read more...]
Arkadag Embraces Eco-Friendly Delivery with Jinma Electric Vehicles
The city of Arkadag has taken a step towards sustainable transportation with the introduction of Jinma electric vehicles for commercial deliveries. Manufactured by Hong Kong's Run Horse Holding, these silent and efficient vehicles are now buzzing around the streets, delivering goods to residents with minimal environmental impact. Currently, the Arkadag Trade Administration's … [Read more...]
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov Reviews Agricultural Facility Projects in Arkadag city
On Thursday, 16 November, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov paid a working trip to Arkadag, a smart city under development in Turkmenistan. The purpose of his visit was to review the plans for the city's second phase of construction. During his visit, the President held a working meeting with heads of relevant government agencies. D.Orazov, Chairman of the State Committee for … [Read more...]
Turkmen President in aerial inspection of construction sites in Ashgabat and Arkadag City
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan flew by helicopter on 14 November 2023 to inspect the construction sites in the capital Ashgabat and the Arkadag City. His aerial inspection started with Gurtly and Köşi in the western part of Ashgabat where a number of housing projects are being built. From there, the presidential helicopter turned to Buzmeyin, the … [Read more...]
The United Nations published the Address by the participants of the International Youth Forum “Dialogue – Guarantee of Peace” held in Arkadag city
Address by the participants of the International Youth Forum “Dialogue – Guarantee of Peace”, held on October 2, 2023 in Arkadag city, Turkmenistan, published in the six official languages of the UN as an official document of the UN Security Council and the 78th session of the General Assembly (A/78/508 –S/2023/738) https://undocs.org/Home/Mobile?FinalSymbol=A/78/508 … [Read more...]
Arkag City Hosts International Youth Forum to Promote Peace and Dialogue
On 2 October 2023, Arkadag city hosted the International Youth Forum "Dialogue is Guarantee of Peace". The event was organized by the Government of Turkmenistan with the active participation of the Office of the UN Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan and the UN Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia. The forum, which was held in a hybrid format, was … [Read more...]
Arkadag City of Turkmenistan – Global Prototype of a Sustainable City
nCa Report “It is not just a city. It is more than a city,” said Darya Orazov. He was speaking on Tuesday, 28 March 2023, at a briefing conducted by the deputy prime minister and foreign minister of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, at the foreign office in Ashgabat. The purpose of the briefing was to acquaint the diplomats and journalists with the salient features of … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan: Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Helping Children in need financed 140 surgeries
On Saturday, 8 July 2023, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov chaired the first meeting of the Board of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship in Arkadag city. The vice-president of the organization, Rejep Bazarov reported that 140 … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan: Project of new seismic station in Arkadag city is in progress
Turkmenistan is developing a project for the construction of a new seismic station in the city of Arkadag, which will be equipped with the latest technologies. In total, there are more than 40 seismic stations in the country. Svetlana Akhmedova, Scientific Secretary of the Institute of Seismology and Atmospheric Physics of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan, told about the … [Read more...]
Arkadag city declared a city of national importance in Turkmenistan
The special legal status of Arkadag as a city of national significance is established in accordance with the Law on the City of Arkadag. The law came into force on 23 March 2023. It defines the legal, organizational and other bases for the activities of public authorities in connection with the implementation of the functions of the city of Arkadag. The full text of the … [Read more...]
Arkadag City – smart, eco-friendly, sustainable
Elvira Kadyrova Over 330 objects of socio-economic and municipal infrastructure have been built as part of the first stage of construction of the new city of Arkadag, which grew literally from scratch in a picturesque place at the foothill of the majestic Kopetdag mountains. Among the facilities of the new city - Berdimuhamed Annayev Pedagogical Secondary Vocational School, … [Read more...]
Arkadag city and St. Petersburg establish direct cooperation
The delegation of St. Petersburg headed by the governor of the city Alexander Beglov visited the new city of Arkadag and met with mayor of Arkadag Shamukhammet Durdylyev. The heads of St. Petersburg and Arkadag signed an agreement between the Mayor of Arkadag and the Government of St. Petersburg on cooperation in trade, economic, scientific, technical and humanitarian … [Read more...]
Arkadag city hosted a series of international events
In the next few days after its opening, the city of Arkadag turned into a center of international activity. The city has hosted several international events, including an investment forum and a media forum. International Media Forum On 30 June 2023, an international media forum was held in the city of Arkadag, organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs jointly with the … [Read more...]
Arkadag City of Turkmenistan – official inauguration opens doors for inclusive partnership
Tariq Saeedi and Elvira Kadyrova The Arkadag City of Turkmenistan was formally opened on 29 June 2023. There were several ceremonies throughout the day, led by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, to highlight the futuristic and inclusive nature of the City that is designed to serve as the global prototype for a sustainable city. [We have reported separately on the events of … [Read more...]
Arkadag city opens up broad prospects for cooperation with multilateral institutions
About 300 representatives from Europe, Asia, the USA, CIS countries, international organizations and financial institutions took part in the International Investment Forum "Smart City Arkadag". Representatives of the UN, UNIDO, ADB, in an interview with the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper, shared on the emerging prospects in engagement with these international organizations in … [Read more...]
UN headquarters hosted a meeting on sustainable urban transport under the chairmanship of Turkmenistan – a model of Arkadag city was presented
On 17 July, 2023, within the framework of the High-level Forum on Sustainable Development, the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the UN hosted an event on the theme “Sustainable Urban Transport: Preparation for the High-Level Meeting of the UN General Assembly on Sustainable Transport and the model of the city of Arkadag for the implementation of SDG 11", the Ministry of … [Read more...]
Experience of Tatarstan Innopolis may be replicated in the development of the smart city of Arkadag in Turkmenistan
Tatarstan can share with Turkmenistan its experience in the field of digitalization and high technologies in the urban environment. These developments can be applied in the project of the smart city of Arkadag, where it is planned to widely introduce information technologies and solutions, reports TASS with reference to the plenipotentiary representative of Tatarstan in … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan received the Chairman of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye
On Wednesday, April 5, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Chairman of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye Rifat Hisarcıklıoğlu. Noting the progressive nature of the interstate dialogue, based on the unbreakable bonds of friendship and brotherhood of the peoples of the two countries, the head of Turkmenistan stated that in recent years a positive … [Read more...]
Delegations from 14 countries to take part in the opening of the city of Arkadag
On 29 June, Turkmenistan will host a grand opening ceremony of the first stage of the smart city of Arkadag, which is built in the ecologically favorable foothill valley of Kopetdag. A record number of guests from 14 foreign countries and 12 international organizations are expected at this significant event, CentralAsia.news reports. Totally 93 delegates from Austria, … [Read more...]
Experts from Belgium-based Diplomatic World Institute share their impressions of Arkadag city opening ceremony
Barbara Dietrich, CEO and founder of the Diplomatic World Magazine and Institute based in Brussels, attended the opening ceremony of Arkadag city in Turkmenistan on 29 June 2023. In short conversation with nCa she highlighted the enthusiasm of Turkmen people and praised the concept of country’s first smart city. Alberto Turkstra, an expert on Central Asia and project … [Read more...]
Governor of St. Petersburg Visits Ashgabat – Meetings with the leadership of Turkmenistan to take place – Arkadag city and St. Petersburg to ink cooperation agreement
Governor Alexander Beglov, leading an official delegation of the Government of St. Petersburg, arrived in Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan, on Sunday, 10 September, according to the St. Petersburg administration. Beglov will meet with President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov in Ashgabat. The side will discuss issues of cooperation in the economic, humanitarian … [Read more...]
Grand ceremony marks official inauguration of Arkadag City in Turkmenistan
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov led Thursday, 29 June 2023, a string of events to mark the official inauguration of the Arkadag City in Turkmenistan. The Arkadag City, right from the stage of planning, was aimed to serve as the global prototype of a sustainable city. The guests included the high level delegations from some fourteen friendly countries, and large number of … [Read more...]
International Horse Breeding Academy Opens in Turkmenistan – the first-ever in the Central Asian region
On 1 September the Day of Knowledge and Student Youth, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov led the opening ceremony of the Aba Annayev International Horse Breeding Academy in Arkadag. The Academy was established on the initiative of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. This is the first equestrian … [Read more...]
Leadership of Turkmenistan receives OSCE Secretary General – Arkadag city and Turkmenbashi Port awarded certificates
President of Turkmenistan received the OSCE Secretary General – Arkadag city and Turkmenbashi Port awarded certificates President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received on Thursday, 1 June, OSCE Secretary General Ms. Helga Schmid. During the meeting, Ms.Helga Schmid handed the President of Turkmenistan a certificate of accession of the city of Arkadag to the project "Development of … [Read more...]
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 Agenda … [Read more...]
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 Industry … [Read more...]
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, … [Read more...]
SerdarGB led the groundbreaking ceremony of II phase of the smart-city Arkadag – Arkadag city will open on 29 June
On Friday, 16 June, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov led the groundbreaking ceremony of the second stage of the Arkadag smart-city. At the venue of the celebration, he held an expanded meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers. The opening of the city of Arkadag will take place on 29 June during the celebration of Eid al-Adha. The corresponding resolution was signed by the … [Read more...]