The text of the Joint Declaration adopted following the meeting of the heads of Central Asian states (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan) with the Federal Chancellor of Germany is published on the official website of the Federal Government of Germany. Here is the full text of the Declaration: On 17 September 2024, President of the […]
Kazakh-German summit talks in Astana – Kazakhstan and Germany are implementing investment projects worth $55 billion
On 16 September 2024, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Federal Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz had summit talks in Astana. Tokayev called Scholz’s visit historic, as it is the first visit of the head of the German Government to Kazakhstan in the last 14 years. As Tokayev noted, Germany is one of Kazakhstan’s main […]
Speech by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov at the opening and groundbreaking ceremonies of energy, transport, communication and logistics infrastructure facilities at Turkmenistan-Afghanistan border
Dear compatriots! Dear friends! Dear guests! Today is marked by a truly historic event for Turkmenistan and Afghanistan. We are witnessing the successful implementation of a number of major projects with the blessing of Arkadagly Hero Serdar. There are seven of them in total. First of all, we are talking about the laying of the […]
TIF 2024: 18 agreements and MoUs inked on the sidelines of the Turkmen Investment Forum in Ashgabat
Eighteen agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were signed between Turkmen state-run, public-private enterprises and foreign companies during the dedicated signing ceremony on the second day of TIF 2024 in Ashgabat. The deals cover a wide range of sectors, including energy, textile production, chemical industry development, shipbuilding, railway equipment, environment, logistics. The agreement and MoUs […]
Border Meeting: Turkmenistan and Afghanistan discuss joint projects inauguration
Turkmenistan’s Deputy Prime Minister, foreign minister Rashid Meredov met with the foreign minister of Afghanistan Amir Khan Mottaqi at the shared border’s zero point, the official government website of Afghanistan reported on 5 September 2024. The meeting brought together delegations from various organizations of Afghanistan and Turkmenistan. During this gathering, the parties deliberated on arrangements […]
TIF 2024: attractive trajectories of economic prosperity
Preparations for one of the main events in the economic life of the country – the Turkmenistan Investment Forum (TIF 2024) are in full swing in Ashgabat, which will be attended by representatives and officials of major international organizations, financial and banking institutions, energy companies, as well as various specialized structures of various countries of […]
Anadolu Agency interviews Turkish ambassador in Ashgabat
The Anadolu Agency, the state-run news service of Türkiye, has interviewed Ambassador Ahmet Demirok, the envoy of Türkiye in Ashgabat. Commenting on the state of relations between Türkiye and Turkmenistan, the ambassador said that Türkiye was the first to recognize the independence of Turkmenistan and the first to open embassy in Türkiye. Demirok said that […]
Dragon Oil opens new regional office in Turkmenistan
Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Dragon Oil, wholly owned by the Government of Dubai, inaugurated in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, the company’s largest regional office outside the United Arab Emirates. The inauguration was attended by Dragon Oil’s high-level official delegation of board members, reinforcing the company’s expansion of investments in the […]
Turkmenistan, Afghanistan sign four documents related to TAPI, TAP, Railways
The Afghan delegation led by the Acting Minister of Mines and Petroleum Products of Afghanistan Hidayatullah Badri, had a meeting on 30 August 2024 in Ashgabat. The Turkmen side was represented by several deputy prime ministers, ministers, and other senior officials. The expanded talks led to the signing of four documents: – Memorandum of Understanding […]
Ongoing rehabilitation of Karakalpakstan is a success story from Uzbekistan, mitigating Aral Sea disaster impact
Karakalpakstan is an autonomous region of Uzbekistan, bordering with Turkmenistan. It was a thriving region in the 1970s, when irrigation from the Amu Darya was being expanded. However, the evaporation of the Aral Sea has made Karakalpakstan one of Uzbekistan’s poorest regions. Karakalpakstan has an area of 166,590 km2 (64,320 sq mi), and has a […]
Greenifying Central Asia: From fossil fuel to renewable energy giants?
Mokhinur Sultanova Central Asia, a region rich in natural resources, has long relied on its vast reserves of fossil fuels to drive economic growth and development. However, the energy landscape is rapidly evolving, with new challenges emerging due to climate change, economic shifts, and the global transition towards renewable energy sources. With its rich history […]
Afghan minister visits Turkmenistan – TAPI board of directors meeting – Cooperation talks
The Acting Minister of Mines and Petroleum Products of Afghanistan Hussein Badri and his delegation are visiting Turkmenistan. A meeting of the board of directors of TAPI (Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India gas pipeline project) was held in Ashgabat on 29 August 2024. The key aspects of the implementation of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project and prospects for […]
Arkadag visits Iran – Meets Spiritual Leader and President – Four documents signed
The National Leader of Turkmenistan and the Head of Halk Maslahaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov traveled to Iran on 28 August 2024. This is the first high-level visit of a foreign dignitary to Iran since the inauguration of President Masoud Pezeshkian. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, known by his title Arkadag, had a meeting with the Iranian president. Four documents […]
The State of Nuclear energy in the World
[This is a cross post from Kazinform] Interest in nuclear power has increased dramatically in recent decades amid efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and the search for stable, reliable energy sources. Despite the obvious advantages associated with high productivity and low carbon dioxide emissions, nuclear energy continues to cause numerous disputes and contradictions, Kazinform […]
Kazakhstan considers that it is not profitable to build new oil export pipelines
The Agency for the Protection and Development of Competition of the Republic of Kazakhstan said that it is economically and technologically unprofitable for Kazakhstan to invest in the construction of new main pipelines for oil export. This was reported by Kazinform. The agency underlined that the “all directions are tied to the end consumer – […]
Security, transport, energy and the climate agenda – the key statements of the President of Azerbaijan at the 6th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States in Astana
“Azerbaijan and the countries of Central Asia represent a single historical, cultural, and geopolitical space, with growing strategic importance. Our peoples share a centuries-old history, culture, religion, and common values,” President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan stressed, speaking at the 6th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States in Astana. In his speech, Aliyev […]
Astana hosted the first meeting of the Ministers of Energy of the Central Asian states
On Tuesday, 6 August 2024, Astana hosted the first meeting of the energy ministers of the Central Asian states. The event was chaired by the Minister of Energy of Kazakhstan Almasadam Satkaliev. The meeting was attended by: • Kyrgyzstan – Minister of Energy Taalaibek Ibraev • Tajikistan – Minister of Energy and Water Resources of […]
Turkmenistan Reiterates Commitment to Energy Cooperation with Türkiye
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov reaffirmed Turkmenistan’s dedication to deepening energy ties with Turkey during a meeting with Turkish Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar on Wednesday. Highlighting Türkiye’s pivotal role in Turkmenistan’s foreign trade, Berdimuhamedov emphasized the vast potential for expanding collaboration in energy, mining, transportation, agriculture, and investment. He noted that Turkmenistan is one […]
Türkiye, Turkmenistan want to trade 300 bcm of gas in next 20 years: Turkish energy minister
Türkiye and Turkmenistan aim to have an annual gas trade volume of 15 billion cubic meters (bcm) in the next 20 years, amounting to 300 bcm, the Turkish Energy and Natural Resources Ministry said Wednesday. To reach that volume, the two nations “need a pipeline,” but utilizing existing infrastructure, Ankara and Ashgabat aim to start […]
Development of oil and gas and mineral resources, electric power industry – the key topics of the Turkmen-Turkish talks in Ashgabat
Minister of Energy and Natural Resources of Türkiye Alparslan Bayraktar held talks with the heads of Turkmenistan’s fuel and electric energy industry, in Ashgabat “During the intensive bilateral negotiations we held in Turkmenistan, we met with Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan for Oil and Gas Batyr Amanov, Chairman of the Turkmengaz […]
Minister of Energy and Natural Resources of Türkiye holds talks in Turkmenistan
Minister of Energy and Natural Resources of Türkiye Alparslan Bayraktar arrived in Ashgabat on 30 July 2024 for talks on expanding cooperation in the field of energy, Turkish news outlets reported. On the first day of the visit, Bayraktar held a meeting with the chairman of the State Corporation “Turkmengeology” Gurbangeldy Garlyev, the minister wrote […]
Outcomes of the visit of the Turkmen delegation to Pakistan – Turkmenistan outlines proposals for fostering relations with Pakistan
During the government meeting on Friday (26 July), Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister R. Meredov reported on the results of his working visit to Pakistan. It was reported that the delegation of Turkmenistan was received by President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari. During the meeting, issues of developing interstate cooperation in the political, diplomatic, […]
Turkmenistan and Türkiye plan high and highest level visits this year
On July 26, 2024, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Türkiye Mekan Ishangulyev met with the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkey Ayşe Berris Ekinci. During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of bilateral political, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian cooperation. Particular […]
Alongside TAPI gas line route: Crucial regional rail project on the cards
Pakistan and Turkmenistan are likely to announce next week, the construction of a railway line along the route of the TAPI (Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India) gas pipeline project to enhance regional connectivity and provide a reliable transportation link between the two countries, well-informed sources told Business Recorder. This announcement is part of the decisions to be taken at […]
Ambassadors of the Central Asian countries to Belgium held a round table in Brussels on energy cooperation
A round table was held in Brussels with the participation of ambassadors of Central Asian countries, Mongolia, heads of European companies and various research institutes on the issues of energy potential and green policy of the Central Asian region. The event, moderated by Marat Terterov, founder of the Brussels Energy Club, was aimed at exploring […]
Turkmenistan-Iran Gas Swap Deal – Geo-economic Gumption
nCa Analysis Turkmenistan and Iran signed a deal in the natural gas sphere on 3 July 2024. It consists of three components: Supply of 10 bcm (billion cubic meters) of gas a year to Iran as swap for supplying the same volume to Iraq Increase of gas supplies to Iran Construction by the Iranian companies […]
China and Kazakhstan signed over 30 documents – Tokayev and Xi launched cargo traffic along the Trans–Caspian transport route – agreed to increase trade turnover to $ 80 billion
President Xi Jinping of China is on a state visit to Kazakhstan. On Wednesday, 3 July, the summit talks between President Xi Jinping and President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev took place in Astana. Speaking at the final press briefing, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev stressed that together with the Chinese President, he will continue to direct all efforts […]
Kazakhstan, China Ink $3.7 Billion Deals, Deepen Energy Ties
Kazakhstan and China solidified their economic ties by signing over 40 agreements worth $3.7 billion (1.75 trillion tenge) during the Kazakh-Chinese Business Council meeting in Astana, according to Kazinform. The meeting was attended by more than 500 business representatives, including over 50 of China’s largest companies. The signed agreements include deals, heavily focused on expanding […]
President of Turkmenistan and UAE Minister of Economy discussed cooperation in Fuel and renewable energy sectors, transport
On Tuesday, 25 June 2024, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the Minister of Economy of the United Arab Emirates Abdulla bin Touq Al-Marri, who led his country’s delegation to participate in the Turkmenistan-UAE business forum. The Minister conveyed greetings to the head of Turkmenistan from the President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed […]
National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan met with the UAE Minister of Economy
The national leader of Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with the United Arab Emirates’ Minister of Economy Abdullah bin Touq Al-Marri to discuss expanding economic partnership between two nations. Minister Al-Marri conveyed greetings from UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, highlighting the UAE’s desire for stronger ties with neutral Turkmenistan. Berdimuhamedov returned the […]
Turkmenistan and Korea held summit talks in Ashgabat – a package of documents in the field of energy and investment cooperation signed
nCa Report On 10 June, 2024, summit talks were held in Ashgabat between President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and President of Korea Yoon Suk Yeol. During the talks, the heads of state discussed a wide range of issues of interstate cooperation, specifying its priorities taking into account the present realities and with a view to […]
Turkmenistan and Korea held an online meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific and Technological Cooperation
On June 3, 2024, Turkmenistan and Korea convened the 9th meeting of their Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific and Technological Cooperation via videoconference. Rakhimberdy Djepbarov, Chairman of the Turkmen State Bank for Foreign Economic Affairs, led the Turkmen delegation. The Korean side was represented by Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy Dukgeun Ahn. Discussions […]
“Black Sea – Caspian Sea”: unlimited opportunities for friendship and partnership
Konstantin Sabiashvili, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Georgia to Turkmenistan This year, on May 26, Georgia celebrates the 33rd anniversary of the restoration of state independence. For centuries, the Georgian people have tirelessly fought for independence and the right to determine their own destiny. As you know, Georgian statehood dates back more than three thousand […]
CIS Strengthens Cooperation in Energy, Chemical Industry, and Environmental Protection
The Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) member countries have agreed to enhance cooperation in energy, chemical industries, and environmental protection. This decision comes after a meeting of the CIS Council of Heads of Government in Ashgabat, where relevant concepts and action plans were approved. These documents were developed taking into account the need to reach […]
Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan to connect energy systems – MoU inked in Tashkent
Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Azerbaijan are joining forces to create a unified energy grid, paving the way for a future of green energy exports to Europe. On May 1, Tashkent hosted the second meeting of the Ministers of Energy of Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan, during which the parties signed a memorandum of cooperation on the interconnection […]
ICIEC and Turkmenistan discuss issues of cooperation in the energy sector
Chairman of the Board of the State Bank for Foreign Economic Affairs of Turkmenistan and Governor of the Islamic Development Bank from Turkmenistan Rahimberdi Jepbarov held talks in Riyadh with the Director of the Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) Oussama Kaissi. The meeting took place on the sidelines of […]
TEIF 2024: Turkmenistan Unveils Chemical Industry Expansion Plans
Dovrangeldi Sapbayev, Chairman of the State Concern Turkmenhimiya, presented ambitious plans for Turkmenistan’s chemical industry at the International Investment Forum of the Energy Sector of Turkmenistan (TEIF 2024) in Paris. The planned projects target the production of chemicals with strong domestic and international demand: Akhal province: Expansion of the natural gas to gasoline plant with […]
Turkmenistan-EU Energy Dialogue in Brussels
Today [13 April], the delegation led by the Deputy Chairman of Turkmengas State Concern engaged in several meetings in Brussels. The primary focus was on the Turkmenistan-EU Energy Working Group meeting. This included representatives from the Directorate General for Energy of the EU Commission, European External Action Service, Directorate General for International Partnerships, Directorate General […]
Going Green in high gear – All new or reconstructed buildings in Tajikistan must have solar energy systems
Tajikistan has passed a law, making it mandatory for all the buildings, whether new or reconstructed, to have solar energy systems. The Tajik news service Asia Plus informs that in addition to the regular electrical grid, all the buildings should be equipped with solar panels with the ability to store energy at night. Various types […]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov is on an official visit to Tajikistan – Turkmenistan and Tajikistan outline promising areas of cooperation
On 4-5 April 2024, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov is on a two-day official visit to Tajikistan. On the first day of the visit, Berdimuhamedov met with President Emomali Rahmon, as well as with Chairman of the Majlisi Milli Majlisi Oli (Parliament) of Tajikistan […]
Energy, transport and shipbuilding – Turkmenistan and South Korea discuss key areas of partnership
On 27 March 2024, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, National leader of Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, met with South Korean business leaders in Ashgabat, TDH reports. The discussions focused on the current state and promising avenues for expanding bilateral cooperation. Hyundai Engineering Co., Ltd. President and CEO Hong Hyong Song opened the meeting […]
Kazakhstan may import electricity from Turkmenistan to address potential shortages
Kazakhstan is ready to consider Turkmenistan’s proposal for the supply of electricity and gas to ensure energy security and taking into account commercial attractiveness. This was stated at a press conference on Tuesday, 26 March, by country’s Energy Minister Almasadam Satkaliyev, according to Kazakh news outlets. “We have regular consultations with all our colleagues from […]
Turkmenistan and EBRD Discuss Cooperation in Energy, Transport, and More
On 14 March 2024, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with EBRD’s Vice President for Policy and Partnerships, Mark Bowman. The key topics of the discussion were the prospects for cooperation in the field of energy, green energy, transport, and agriculture. The energy sector was named as a new promising area of cooperation. The commitment of Turkmenistan, […]
Turkmenistan and IEA Discuss Deepening Cooperation in Energy Sector
On 6 March 2024, at the headquarters of the International Energy Agency (IEA) in Paris, a meeting took place between the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to France, Maksat Chariev, and the Executive Director of the IEA, Dr.Fatih Birol. The main topic of discussion was the further development of cooperation between Turkmenistan and the IEA, as well […]
Speech by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov at the third Antalya Diplomatic Forum
(Antalya, March 1, 2024) Dear heads and members of delegations! Ladies and Gentlemen! First of all, I express my gratitude to the President of the Republic of Turkey, my dear brother Recep Tayyip Erdogan, for the invitation to this forum. I am also grateful to the organizers for the opportunity to speak at this prestigious […]
CASA-1000 Back on Track in Afghanistan: Avoiding $1 Billion in Stranded Assets Risk for other project nations
The Central Asia-South Asia Electricity Transmission and Trade Project (CASA-1000), a $1.2 billion regional initiative, will resume in Afghanistan following requests from three neighboring countries, World Bank says. The project aims to bring clean energy from Tajikistan and the Kyrgyz Republic to Pakistan through Afghanistan. As construction nears completion in the other participating nations, resuming […]
Turkmenistan FM met with DEWA, ADNOC and MASDAR CEOs in Dubai
On 12 February 2024, during the World Government Summit in Dubai, Turkmenistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Rashid Meredov, held key meetings to advance energy cooperation with the UAE. Meeting with Saeed Al Thayer, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), focused on expanding collaboration in water, […]
Turkmenistan’s initiated United Nations General Assembly resolutions on transport and energy connectivity have been officially published in six languages
In December 2023, the UN General Assembly approved two resolutions initiated by Turkmenistan – on transport and energy. Resolutions entitled “Strengthening the links between all modes of transport to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals” and “The pivotal role of reliable and stable energy connectivity in driving sustainable development” have now been officially published in six […]
Kazakhstan Commissions Major Gas Field, Securing Domestic Energy Future
Friday, 22 December 2023, marked the historic commissioning of the Rozhkovskoye gas condensate field, a giant in western part of Kazakhstan that promises to forge regional development and strengthen domestic energy security through its immense hydrocarbon reserves. The field is being developed by a joint venture, which includes KazMunaiGas (50%), the Hungarian company MOL Group […]
Energy Connectivity: the UN General Assembly adoptds a resolution initiated by Turkmenistan
OnDecember 19, 2023, the UN General Assembly at the 48th plenary meeting of the 78th session unanimously adopted the resolution: The key role of reliable and stable energy connectivity in ensuring sustainable development. The resolution, initiated by Turkmenistan, was co-sponsored by 38 states. The resolution calls for continued international cooperation to ensure the reliability and […]