On October 24, 2025, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Romania, A.Annayev had a meeting with the Ambassador of Croatia to Romania, Ms. Marija Kapitanovic. During the meeting, the parties discussed current issues of bilateral cooperation and expressed their readiness to further strengthen friendly relations between two countries. The meeting highlighted the … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan to Visit Italy on Official Visit
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov will visit Italy on an official visit. This was announced by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov during a Cabinet of Ministers meeting on Thursday (23 Oct). The visit will include a meeting between the heads of state. Berdimuhamedov is also scheduled to participate in the Turkmen-Italian … [Read more...]
Conference dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the United Nations was held in Ashgabat
On October 23, 2025, a Conference dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the United Nations was held at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The event was attended by the leadership and representatives of relevant ministries and departments of Turkmenistan, heads and staff of diplomatic missions and representative offices … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Received the Newly Appointed Ambassador of India
On 22 October 2025, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Republic of India to Turkmenistan, Bandaru Wilsonbabu, who presented his credentials to the Head of State. Congratulating the diplomat on his appointment to the high post, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov wished him success in his work aimed at … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and the Republic of Botswana establish diplomatic relations
On 20 October 2025, in New York City, at the office of the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the United Nations, a ceremony was held to sign a Joint Communiqué on the establishment of diplomatic relations between Turkmenistan and the Republic of Botswana. Prior to the ceremony, a meeting was held between the Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan to the UN, Aksoltan … [Read more...]
Official Visit of the Head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan to Tbilisi: Meredov Holds Series of Talks with Georgian Leadership
On 21 October 2025, as part of an official visit to Georgia, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, held a series of meetings with the country's leadership, including President Mikheil Kavelashvili, Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, and Chairman of Parliament Shalva Papuashvili. During the talks, the parties reaffirmed their commitment to deepening … [Read more...]
Rashid Meredov’s Visit to Tbilisi: Turkmenistan and Georgia Reaffirm Commitment to Friendly Relations
On 21 October 2025, a meeting between Turkmenistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov and Georgia’s Foreign Minister Maka Bochorishvili took place in Tbilisi, reinforcing the traditionally friendly relations between the two nations, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia. During the talks, both sides highlighted the … [Read more...]
New Indian Ambassador Presents Credentials, Discusses Bilateral Ties with Turkmenistan Foreign Minister
On 20 October 2025, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held a meeting with the newly appointed Ambassador of India to Turkmenistan, Bandaru Wilsonbabu, during which the Ambassador presented copies of his credentials to the Turkmen side. Minister Meredov congratulated Ambassador Wilsonbabu on his appointment to this important post and extended his best … [Read more...]
CIS summit in Dushanbe: Launch of ‘CIS+,’ Turkmenistan Takes Chairmanship, and Key Security Package Approved
On 10 October 2025, a regular meeting of the CIS Council of Heads of State was held in Dushanbe under the chairmanship of President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon. The summit was attended by: • Azerbaijan - President Ilham Aliyev • Armenia - Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan • Belarus - President Alexander Lukashenko • Kazakhstan - President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev • … [Read more...]
Statement by the President of Turkmenistan at the general debate of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly
Dear Chairman, Distinguished heads and members of delegations, ladies and gentlemen, First of all, let me congratulate you on the beginning of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly and wish you fruitful work. I congratulate Ms. Annalena Baerbock on her election as President of the General Assembly and wish her every success. I would also like to … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Foreign Minister Meets with UN Under-Secretaries-General
On 22 September 2025, on the sidelines of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly in New York, Turkmenistan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Rashid Meredov, held separate meetings with UN Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries, and Small Island Developing States, Rabab Fatima, and Rosemary DiCarlo is … [Read more...]
New Constitutional Law Anchors Turkmenistan’s Global Peace and Trust Vision
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a new Constitutional Law "On the Legal Foundations of the Policy of Peace and Trust of Neutral Turkmenistan" on 19 September 2025. This document, which entered into force immediately after signing, fixes the key principles of the country's foreign policy, emphasizing its commitment to neutrality, humanism, and … [Read more...]
Speech by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov at the People’s Council session on 19 September 2025
Dear compatriots! Dear participants of the meeting of the Halk Maslakhaty! Today, in the era of the Renaissance of a new era of a powerful state, we celebrate our country's main holiday – Turkmenistan Independence Day – with glorious accomplishments and labor achievements. I heartily congratulate you and your people on the 34th anniversary of your sacred independence! … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s Foreign Minister Meets with Bahrain’s Deputy Foreign Minister
On 16 September 2025, a meeting took place between Turkmenistan’s Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov and the Deputy Foreign Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain, Talal Abdulsalam Al-Ansari, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. During the meeting, the parties exchanged views on the current state and prospects for the development of Turkmen-Bahraini … [Read more...]
Bahrain’s Ambassador to Turkmenistan Presents Credentials to Parliament Speaker
On 15 September 2025, the Speaker of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan, Dunyagozel Gulmanova, received the credentials from the newly appointed Ambassador of the Kingdom of Bahrain to Turkmenistan, Bassam Ahmed Ali Marzouk (with residence in Ankara). On behalf of the Head of State, the Speaker of the National Parliament congratulated the diplomat on his appointment to the … [Read more...]
Emir of Qatar expressed gratitude to the leadership of Turkmenistan for support
On 15 September 2025, in Doha, Turkmenistan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, R. Meredov, was received by the Emir of the State of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. During the meeting, the Emir of Qatar conveyed his greetings and deep respect to the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, and to the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Presents Principles of Neutrality and Awaza Action Program at OSCE Permanent Council Meeting
On 11 September 2025, during a meeting of the Permanent Council of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) in Vienna, the delegation of Turkmenistan highlighted the role of positive neutrality in international relations. The discussion took place within the framework of a report presented by the President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly, Pere Joan … [Read more...]
Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan Meets with UN Representatives – Focus on UN’s 80th Anniversary and General Assembly Session
On 10 September 2025, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov, held meetings with Dmitry Shlapachenko, the UN Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan, and Kaha Imnadze, the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Head of the UN Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (UNRCCA). These meetings underscored Turkmenistan’s active role … [Read more...]
Ashgabat and Moscow Discuss Strengthening Cooperation at the UN
On 8 September 2025, consultations were held in Ashgabat between the Director of the Department of International Organizations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, R.A. Annaberdiyev, and the Director of the Department of International Organizations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia, K.M. Logvinov, according to the Russian foreign ministry. The … [Read more...]
The OSCE Chairperson-in-Office’s Special Envoy, Terhi Hakala is on visit to Ashgabat
On 8 September 2025, a meeting took place between Turkmenistan’s Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov and the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office’s Special Envoy, Ms. Terhi Hakala, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. At the start of the meeting, R. Meredov expressed gratitude to Ambassador Terhi Hakala for her personal contribution to fostering constructive … [Read more...]
Foreign Ministry of Turkmenistan: Turkmenistan and China confirm their loyalty to the historical traditions of friendship and mutual trust
During President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov's recent working visit to the People's Republic of China, the deep-rooted, multi-millennial history of contact between the ancestors of the Turkmen and Chinese was highlighted as a solid foundation for modern relations between the two countries. It is known that the commitment of Turkmenistan and China to their … [Read more...]
From Business to Culture: Turkmenistan and Slovenia Expand Cooperation
On the sidelines of the Bled Strategic Forum in Slovenia, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Myakhri Byashimova held a meeting with Dr. Melita Gabrič, State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Slovenia for Multilateral Cooperation, Political Affairs, and Development. The Turkmen side expressed gratitude for the high level of … [Read more...]
Slovenia Remains Committed to Strengthening Cooperation with Turkmenistan
On 1–2 September 2025, a Turkmenistan delegation led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Myakhri Byashimova participated in the anniversary Bled Strategic Forum in Bled, Slovenia. The Turkmen delegation took part in the opening ceremony of this international discussion platform. During the visit to Slovenia, Byashimova met with Damjan Bergant, Advisor to the President of … [Read more...]
SCO Summit: Turkmenistan supports the Global Governance Initiative presented by China
On 1 September 2025, 2025, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, who is on a working visit to China, participated as an honorary guest in the meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization SCO+ format in Tianjin. The SCO+ format is a unique partnership platform within which the member States of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization interact with countries that … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan–China: towards strengthening friendship and cooperation
Serdar Berdimuhamedov, President of Turkmenistan. People's Daily Newspaper Dear Chinese friends! I am deeply grateful to the leadership of the People's Daily for their initiative to publish this article ahead of the Turkmenistan delegation’s visit to the People’s Republic of China. I welcomed this opportunity with enthusiasm, as it allows me to address the vast readership … [Read more...]
Briefing on Turkmenistan’s Priority Positions for the 80th Session of the UN General Assembly Held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
On 30 August 2025, a briefing on Turkmenistan’s Priority Positions for the upcoming 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. Participants included heads and staff of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, heads and representatives of diplomatic missions and international organizations accredited in Ashgabat, … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan at the UN General Assembly: Focus on Neutrality, Peace and Sustainable Development
At the upcoming 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Turkmenistan will present a number of strategic initiatives aimed at strengthening global peace, security and sustainable development. Priority positions voiced by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov at a meeting of the government of Turkmenistan on August 29 include … [Read more...]
Туркменистан на Генассамблее ООН: фокус на нейтралитет, мир и устойчивое развитие
На предстоящей 80-й сессии Генеральной Ассамблеи Организации Объединённых Наций Туркменистан представит ряд стратегических инициатив, направленных на укрепление глобального мира, безопасности и устойчивого развития. Приоритетные позиции, озвученные вице-премьером и министром иностранных дел Рашидом Мередовым на заседании правительства Туркменистана, 29 августа, включают … [Read more...]
South Korean companies implemented multi-billion dollar gas chemical projects in Turkmenistan
On 29 August 2025, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and President of the Republic of Korea Lee Jae Myung had a telephone conversation, TDH reports. President Lee Jae Myung stressed the great importance attached in the Republic of Korea to building up multifaceted cooperation with Turkmenistan. He noted the significant contribution of the National Leader of the … [Read more...]
Presidents of Turkmenistan and South Korea Hold First Telephone Conversation
On Friday, 29 August 2025, the first telephone conversation took place between President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and President of the Republic of Korea Lee Jae Myung, marking their first direct contact since President Lee assumed office. The news was confirmed by the press service of the South Korean President. During the exchange, President Lee Jae Myung … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Russia Foreign Ministers-Level Talks in Moscow to Strengthen Strategic Partnership
Russia and Turkmenistan emphasized the alignment of their positions on the international stage and expressed a mutual commitment to intensifying joint projects in the fields of transport, infrastructure, and energy. On August 28, 2025, a meeting took place in Moscow between Turkmenistan’s Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, according … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan to Participate in SCO Summit 2025: A New Chapter for the Shanghai Family in Tianjin
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov will participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit, scheduled for 31 August – 1 September 2025, in Tianjin, northern China. This was reported by Xinhua, citing the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China. The summit, hosted by China for the fifth time, is set to be the most significant … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Pakistan Hold Political Consultations
On 25 August 2025, political consultations were held in Ashgabat between the foreign ministries of Turkmenistan and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. The Turkmen delegation was led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ahmet Gurbanov, while the Pakistani side was headed by Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Afghanistan and West Asia, Ambassador Syed Ali … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan – Turkmenistan – Azerbaijan Trilateral Summit to Be Held in Awaza
On 22 August 2025, a trilateral summit in the format “Azerbaijan – Turkmenistan – Uzbekistan” will take place in the National Tourist Zone of Awaza, located on the Caspian Sea coast of Turkmenistan. President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, will participate in the summit at the invitation of the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the … [Read more...]
CIS on the Brink of Major Summits: Permanent Representatives in Minsk Shape Agendas for Upcoming High-Level Meetings
The latest meeting of the Council of Permanent Plenipotentiary Representatives of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) to its statutory and other bodies took place on 19 August 2025 at the CIS headquarters in Minsk. Turkmenistan was represented by Ambassador Nazarguly Shaguliyev. During the meeting, the representatives drafted the agendas for the upcoming sessions of … [Read more...]
India Appoints Bandaru Wilsonbabu as New Ambassador to Turkmenistan
The Ministry of External Affairs of India has announced the appointment of Bandaru Wilsonbabu as the next Ambassador of India to Turkmenistan. Currently serving as the Ambassador of India to Madagascar, he is expected to assume his new role shortly. Bandaru Wilsonbabu, a seasoned diplomat, joined the Indian Foreign Service in 2004. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan received the newly appointed Ambassador of China
On 25 July 2025, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the newly appointed Ambassador of China to Turkmenistan Ji Shumin, who presented his credentials to the head of state. At the beginning of the meeting, the Ambassador noted that his country attaches great importance to the development of strategic cooperation with Turkmenistan. He also conveyed greetings from Chinese … [Read more...]
30 Years of Neutrality: CIS Celebrates Turkmenistan’s Peaceful Policy and Constructive Partnership
On 23 July 2025, a ceremonial event dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s Permanent Neutrality took place in Minsk. The event was organized by the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Republic of Belarus, according to the Press Service of the CIS Executive Committee. The meeting was opened by the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Belarus and Permanent Plenipotentiary … [Read more...]
Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China Presents Copies of Credentials in Turkmenistan
On 21 July 2025, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Ahmet Gurbanov, met with the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to Turkmenistan, Ji Shumin, who presented copies of his credentials. Deputy Minister Gurbanov congratulated the Ambassador on his appointment to this important post and affirmed … [Read more...]
UK Parliament Launches New Group to Strengthen Ties with Central Asia
On 14 July 2025, the UK Parliament hosted the inaugural meeting of the newly established All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Cooperation with Central Asian Countries. This initiative marks a significant step in enhancing parliamentary diplomacy and building up stronger ties between the UK and the Central Asian region, the foreign ministry of Kazakhstan reports. The … [Read more...]
Croatian Minister of Foreign and European Affairs to Visit Turkmenistan
The Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Croatia, Gordan Grlić-Radman, will visit Turkmenistan in October of this year. This topic was discussed during a phone conversation between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, and his Croatian counterpart on Wednesday, 16 July. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of … [Read more...]
The First Day of the Official Visit of the National Leader of the Turkmen People to Azerbaijan
On 16 July 2025, the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, departed for a two-day official visit to Azerbaijan. The summit talks, meetings with Azerbaijani leadership, parliamentary representatives, and religious figures held on the first day of the visit affirmed the steady and progressive nature … [Read more...]
National Leader of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov: Turkmen-Azerbaijani Relations Rest on Brotherhood, Good Neighborliness, and Cooperation
On 16 July 2025, the National Leader of Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev had a one-on-one meeting in Baku. President Ilham Aliyev welcomed the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. During the meeting, President Ilham Aliyev … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Benelux: Advancing Visa Facilitation and Deepening Dialogue
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Belgium, Sapar Palvanov, together with colleagues from Central Asia and Mongolia, took part in a meeting with Benelux Union Secretary General Frans Weekers and his deputies. During the meeting, Benelux officials gave a detailed presentation on the Union’s activities, its founding history, institutional mechanisms, and the practical benefits … [Read more...]
Telephone Conversation with the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Vice-President of the European Commission
On July 8, 2025, a telephone conversation took place between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, and the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Vice-President of the European Commission, Ms. Kaja Kallas. During the discussion, Ms. Kallas expressed her gratitude to Turkmenistan for providing a … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Receives Newly Appointed Ambassador of Pakistan
On 30 June 2025, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the newly appointed Ambassador of Pakistan to Turkmenistan, Ms. Faryal Leghari, who presented her credentials to the head of state. During the meeting, the ambassador emphasized that Pakistan highly values Turkmenistan’s peace-loving policy. She also conveyed greetings from Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari and … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan strengthens international humanitarian cooperation
At a recent meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet and Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov delivered a report on the country’s international humanitarian activities. In his remarks, Minister Meredov stressed that fostering constructive cooperation with international partners in the humanitarian sphere remains one of the key … [Read more...]
Chinese Ambassador Concludes Diplomatic Mission in Turkmenistan
On June 26, 2025, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, met with the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People's Republic of China to Turkmenistan, Qian Naicheng, on the occasion of the completion of his diplomatic mission. The two sides reviewed the current state and prospects for Turkmen-Chinese bilateral cooperation, with … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan and Russian FM Reaffirm Strategic Partnership and Cooperation Across Key Sectors
On 25 June 2025, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the minister of foreign affairs of Russia Sergey Lavrov. At the beginning of the meeting, on behalf of President Vladimir Putin, Lavrov conveyed greetings to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, as well as to the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. The Minister … [Read more...]
Politics, Economy, and the Caspian: Outcomes of the Meeting Between the Foreign Ministers of Turkmenistan and Russia
On 25 June 2025, a meeting between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, Sergey Lavrov, took place to discuss key areas of cooperation across political, diplomatic, trade, economic, cultural, and humanitarian spheres. The ministers underscored the value of maintaining a regular and … [Read more...]