Turkmenistan Economy Days were successfully held in Frankfurt am Main, Federal Republic of Germany, serving as an important platform for strengthening trade, economic and investment cooperation between Turkmenistan, Germany, and other countries across the European region. The Forum was organised by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan and TMT Consulting … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s Economy Days in Germany: 12 Memorandums Signed and Over 120 Meetings Held
Frankfurt am Main, 30 October 2025 — The first day of the business forum "Turkmenistan's Economy Days in Germany" in Frankfurt was marked by dynamic negotiations and significant agreements. The event, organized to strengthen economic ties between Turkmenistan and Germany, brought together more than 230 participants, underscoring the growing interest in joint projects in the … [Read more...]
TurkmenGaz Expands Partnership with German Giants Siemens Energy and BASF in the Gas Sector
Deputy Chairman of the State Concern “TurkmenGaz” B. Amanov, during his speech at the forum “Turkmenistan’s Economy Days in Germany” in Frankfurt, announced the further strengthening of cooperation with leading German companies in the gas industry. Special emphasis was placed on infrastructure modernization and the supply of chemical reagents. As Amanov emphasized, … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Charts Path for Deeper Economic Partnership with Germany at Frankfurt Forum
Elvira Kadyrova Senior Turkmen officials have outlined ambitious plans for expanded cooperation with Germany during the Turkmenistan Economy Days forum in Frankfurt, presenting a picture of a country achieving robust economic growth while actively seeking to deepen its integration into global financial markets. Speaking at the forum on October 30, 2025, Deputy … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Economic Days in Frankfurt: New Opportunities for European Investors
The Turkmenistan Economy Days forum is set to take place very soon in Frankfurt am Main, opening up broad horizons for European businesspeople in terms of investment and partnership opportunities. Participants will be introduced to the key areas of the country’s economic development: At the Cabinet of Ministers’ digital meeting on 17 October, President Serdar … [Read more...]
German Cardiologists and Transplantologists Perform Surgeries in Turkmenistan
A team of professors and doctors from the Federal Republic of Germany is currently on a working visit to Turkmenistan, sharing their expertise with local specialists. They are visiting medical institutions in the capital, Ashgabat, and Arkadag, collaborating on patient treatment, Turkmenistan newspaper reports. Elwira Weber, a physiotherapist and rehabilitation specialist … [Read more...]
Germany and Turkmenistan: 35th Anniversary of German Unity Serves as an Occasion to Review Bilateral Partnership and Future Plans
On 3 October 2025, Ashgabat hosted a solemn celebration of the Day of German Unity, marking the 35th anniversary of Germany’s reunification. The event was hosted by the Ambassador of Germany to Turkmenistan, Bernd Heinze. The chief guest from the Turkmenistan government was Deputy Prime Minister overseeing the trade sector, Nokerguly Atagulyev. In his speech, Ambassador … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan to Showcase Economic Potential at Major Frankfurt Business Event
From 30 to 31 October 2025, a major business event entitled the Day of Turkmenistan’s Economy will be held in Frankfurt am Main. The primary objective of this event is to foster the development of partnership relations and to deepen trade and economic cooperation between Turkmenistan, the countries of the European Union, and other states around the world. The event is … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Experts Study Germany’s Advanced Logistics Practices
From 24 to 30 August 2025, representatives from Turkmenistan’s State Customs Service and Transport and Logistics Center participated in a study visit to Germany. The event was organized under the Regional Project “Trade Facilitation in Central Asia” (TFCA), supported by the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ). The visit aimed to explore Germany’s cutting-edge … [Read more...]
Rhenus Group: Turkmenistan Could Become a Key Transport Artery Between Europe and Asia
A meeting took place in Brussels between Ambassador of Turkmenistan Sapar Palvanov and Heinrich Kerstgens, Director for Strategic Projects of the Board of the Rhenus Group—one of Europe’s largest international logistics companies. The primary focus of the meeting was to discuss Rhenus Group’s plans to significantly increase freight volumes through Turkmenistan. The company … [Read more...]
GIZ Training in Mary: Assessing Climate Risks and Adapting to Climate Change in Turkmenistan
A three-day training session on assessing climate risks in Murghab river bassin and adapting to climate change was held in Mary at the end of June. The event was organized as part of the collaboration between the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan and the regional program of the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ). The training brought … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan delegation to Germany: Exchange of experience in the field of energy and climate
From June 23 to 28, 2025, a Turkmen delegation consisting of representatives from the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Energy, and the State Energy Institute of Turkmenistan is undertaking a study visit to Germany. The visit is organized by the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) within the framework of the project “European Union for a Green … [Read more...]
OSCE organizes study visit to Germany on methane emissions monitoring and reporting for Turkmenistan’s representatives
Methane emissions monitoring and reporting in line with the Global Methane Pledge requirements were discussed during an OSCE-supported study visit to Berlin, Germany, that took place from 27 to 29 May 2025. Representatives from the State Concern “Turkmengas” and the Ministry of Environmental protection of Turkmenistan participated in the visit. The OSCE Centre in Ashgabat, … [Read more...]
Telephone Conversation between the National Leader of Turkmenistan and the Federal President of Germany
On 30 April, 2025, a telephone conversation took place between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, and the Federal President of the Federal Republic of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier. During the conversation, Arkadag emphasized that Turkmenistan places great importance on strengthening … [Read more...]
The Consul of Turkmenistan to Germany paid a Working Visit to the Federal State of North Rhine-Westphalia
The Consul of Turkmenistan to Germany (Frankfurt am Main) Murad Ozbekbayev visited the federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia on 17-18 March 2025, where a wide range of issues related to bilateral and interregional cooperation were discussed. During the visit to Düsseldorf, a meeting was held with Mark Speich, State Secretary for Federal Affairs, Europe, and International … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan explores cooperation opportunities with Saarland, Germany
Myrat Ozbekbayev, Consul of Turkmenistan, completed a productive working visit to the German federal state of Saarland from 28-30 January 2025, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations and exploring potential collaboration channels. During a key meeting in Saarbrücken with David Lindemann, Head of Saarland's State Chancellery and Authorised Representative for European … [Read more...]
Holocaust Remembrance Day Observed in Ashgabat
The diplomatic community and the Jewish community in Ashgabat gathered on 28 January 2025 to commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day in a solemn ceremony organized jointly by the United Nations Mission in Turkmenistan and the Embassy of Israel. The event, which marked 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, began with the lighting … [Read more...]
The 10th meeting of the Joint Turkmen-German Working Group on Economic Cooperation was held in Berlin
On November 5, 2024, the 10th meeting of the Joint Turkmen-German Working Group on Economic Cooperation was held at the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action of the Federal Republic of Germany with the participation of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan B.Atdaev. The meeting consisted of two sessions. The first session discussed … [Read more...]
Germany is economic powerhouse of Europe and a natural partner for Central Asia
Tariq Saeedi Germany is the economic powerhouse of Europe. It is the third largest economy in the world. The size of the German economy is simply impressive considering that it has always paid a heavy price for the broader cooperation in Europe. Germany also has an impeccable record of fulfilling its commitments. The roots are in the national psyche where the sense of … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan received the head of the CLAAS company, Chairman of the Eastern Committee of the German Economy
On Thursday, 26 September, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Ms. Cathrina Claas-Muehlhaeuser, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of CLAAS, Chairman of the Eastern Committee of the German Economy. During the meeting, it was noted that Germany is one of the important partners of Turkmenistan in almost all spheres. Special emphasis was placed on the success of … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan hosted second Central Asia–Germany Summit
The second Central Asia–Germany Summit was held in Astana on Tuesday, 17 September 2024. The meeting was attended by: • President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev • Federal Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz • President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov • President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon • President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov • President of Uzbekistan … [Read more...]
Joint Declaration by the Heads of State of Central Asia and the Federal Chancellor of Germany
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 Republic of … [Read more...]
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with German businessmen – The promising areas of the Turkmen-German partnership outlined
On 17 September 2024, in Astana, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with representatives of German business circles. During the meeting, the head of state announced several projects in which Turkmenistan is seeking proposals from German partners. Transport In the transportation and communications sectors, Turkmenistan is open to exploring the use of … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan met with the Federal Chancellor of Germany in Astana
On the sidelines of the Central Asia-Germany summit, Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a bilateral meeting with German Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz. During the discussion, President Berdimuhamedov emphasized the steady growth of Turkmen-German relations, supported by a robust legal framework comprising over 90 treaties and agreements. He highlighted the … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov to take part in the Central Asia+ Germany Summit in Astana
Today, on 17 September 2024, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov left on a working visit to Kazakhstan to participate in the second meeting of the heads of Central Asian states with Federal Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz in Astana. "By successfully implementing the peace-keeping foreign policy strategy initiated by the National Leader of the … [Read more...]
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 trading partners and top … [Read more...]
The German Chancellor and the President of Uzbekistan met in Samarkand – a package of documents signed – Germany and Uzbekistan are working on projects worth 9 billion Euros
On Sunday, 15 September, the Federal Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz started his visit to Central Asia. The first stop was Samarkand in Uzbekistan, where he had summit talks with the President Shavkat Mirziyoyev in narrow and expanded formats. A year ago, a meeting in Germany led to intensified contacts at all levels. Trade turnover between the two countries surpassed 1 … [Read more...]
The GIZ project “European Union (EU) for green Turkmenistan: Policy Dialogue and Climate Action 2024-2028” officially launched in Ashgabat
A meeting of national and international partners was held in Ashgabat to officially launch the GIZ project "European Union for green Turkmenistan: Policy dialogue and Climate Action 2024-2028," the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper reports. The event was attended by project managers and representatives of relevant ministries and departments of Turkmenistan, as well as … [Read more...]
Central Asia and Germany – A very special kind of relationship
Tariq Saeedi Chancellor Olaf Scholz of Germany will visit Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan, 15-17 September 2024. This would be his first visit to the region. On 17 September 2024, the last day of his visit, Chancellor Scholz will participate in the C5+1 meeting in Kazakhstan. The trip comes a year after Scholz hosted the leaders of five Central Asian nations in Berlin to … [Read more...]
Federal Chancellor Scholz to visit Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan – Kazakhstan to host Central Asia + Germany summit
Federal Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz will visit Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan from September 15 to 17 and take part in the Central Asia + Germany summit, says the statement, published on the official website of the Federal Government of Germany. According to the report, this will be Scholz's first trip to Central Asia. The Federal Chancellor will hold bilateral talks … [Read more...]
A Promising Future for Turkmenistan-Germany Cooperation
Stable and growing economic cooperation forms a cornerstone of the successful relationship between Germany and Turkmenistan. Today, clear trends in bilateral economic activity are fostering optimism about future prospects. Ambassador of Germany to Turkmenistan, Bernd Heinze, highlighted this in an interview with the Turkmenistan newspaper. Germany and Central … [Read more...]
The German Ambassador to Turkmenistan presented copies of credentials to the Minister of Foreign Affairs
On 29 July 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held a meeting with the newly appointed German Ambassador to Turkmenistan Bernd Heinze, who presented copies of his credentials. The Minister congratulated the Ambassador on his appointment to a responsible post and expressed the readiness of the Turkmen side to provide assistance and support in … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan received the newly appointed Ambassador of Germany
On Wednesday, 24 July 2024, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the newly appointed Ambassador of Germany to Turkmenistan, Bernd Heinze. The diplomat presented credentials to the head of state and conveyed greetings from President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and Chancellor Olaf Scholz. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov conveyed his wishes to the German leadership and … [Read more...]
Turkmen-German Collaboration Creates AI-powered Pain Assessment Tool
Turkmen and German scientists have developed a unique AI-based medical instrument. This project is a collaboration between the Council of Young Scientists of Turkmenistan's Institute of Telecommunications and Informatics and Germany's University of Applied Sciences Zwickau, reports the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper. The project, which involved Professor Christian … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and GIZ to realize a project to combat climate change
The project titled "EU for a green Turkmenistan: Policy Dialogue and Climate Action 2024 – 2028" will be implemented in Turkmenistan in cooperation with the German Corporation for International Cooperation (GIZ). A corresponding memorandum on the implementation of the project was signed today (14 May) in Ashgabat between the Ministry of Energy of Turkmenistan, the State … [Read more...]
Advanced technologies, “green” energy, construction of “smart” cities – Turkmenistan and Germany explores the potential for future cooperation
On Wednesday, 24 April 2024, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Executive Director of the Eastern Committee of the German Economy Michael Harms. Arkadag Berdimuhamedov highlighted Germany's significance as a key partner for Turkmenistan within the European Union. The discussion … [Read more...]
Delegation of the Turkmen State Institute of Architecture and Civil Engineering got acquainted with the German experience in equipping universities
The construction of a new 5000-seat building complex for the Turkmen State Institute of Architecture and Construction is underway in Ashgabat. It will be completed in September 2026. To equip the new buildings with cutting-edge technology, a working group comprised of Institute specialists and representatives from other universities is collaborating with private company … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Explores Trade Facilitation Cooperation with GIZ
On 13 March 2024, a delegation from the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) met with officials from the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan. Ms. Assel Uzagalieva, Deputy Head of GIZ's "Trade Facilitation in Central Asia" program, led the GIZ delegation. Akhmetyar Kulov, GIZ representative in Turkmenistan, also participated. The meeting focused on exploring … [Read more...]
Central Asia Launches €11Million worth One Health Initiative to Combat Zoonotic Diseases
A new six-year, €11 million initiative, "One Health in Central Asia," was launched at the 14th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS COP14) in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Led by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and funded by the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, … [Read more...]
Ashgabat opens New Turkmen-German Comparative Law Resource Center
On Tuesday, 30 January 2024, the Institute of State, Law and Democracy of Turkmenistan hosted the opening ceremony of a new resource center dedicated to Turkmen-German comparative law, TDH reports. High-profile attendees included representatives from the German Embassy in Turkmenistan, the GIZ Regional Program "Promotion of Legal Statehood in Central Asia," relevant national … [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...]
Central Asian Emergency Services Learn from German Climate Risk Management
Representatives of emergency services from across Central Asia recently embarked on a learning journey to Germany, gaining firsthand insights into the country's advanced approach to climate risk management, “Neutral Turkmenistan” newspaper reports. This tour, organized by the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) under the "Climate Risk Management in Central … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Airlines expands indirect distribution with German charter Airline Hahn Air
Hahn Air welcomes Turkmenistan Airlines in its leading partner portfolio. Its flights are available in all GDSs under the Hahn Air Systems H1 code. Travel agents in 190 markets worldwide can book the flag carrier of Turkmenistan via the standard reservation process and issue tickets on the insolvency-safe HR-169 document. Turkmenistan Airlines, based at Ashgabat Airport … [Read more...]
Turkmen-German Business Forum in Berlin: Fostering Strategic Partnerships
On 20 November 2023, the Turkmen-German Business Forum, organized by the German Economy Eastern Committee, convened in Berlin The event brought together over 200 representatives from the private and public sectors of both countries. This high-level gathering served as a platform to explore mutually beneficial opportunities and strengthen economic ties between Turkmenistan … [Read more...]
German-Turkmen relations have become much more active, says Ambassador Michael U. Bierhoff
In 2022, Turkmenistan and Germany celebrated the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations. During this period, there has been a great dynamic in the development of relations between the two countries, and now we see how mutual interest in even greater exchange continues to grow. Especially such areas as healthcare, the financial sector, combating the effects of climate change … [Read more...]
German Company Invests US $40 Million in Uzbekistan’s Railway Industry
JSC "Uzbekistan Temir Yullari" (Uzbekistan Railways) and the German logistics service company "Rhenus SE& CO KG" signed a memorandum on the prospects of cooperation and an investment agreement worth US $ 40 million. The deal was struck last week on the sidelines of the working visit of the President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev to Germany to participate in the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Germany aim to deepen multifaceted cooperation
On September 29, 2023, in the framework of working visit of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov to Germany, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held a meeting with the Commissioner of the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Germany for Eastern Europe, the Caucasus and … [Read more...]
Joint Declaration by Heads of State of Central Asia and the Federal Chancellor of Germany – The Leaders of Germany and the five Central Asian States agreed to establish a Strategic Regional Partnership
The text of the Joint Statement 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 Statement: On 29 September 2023, Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz welcomed … [Read more...]
National leader of the Turkmen people Arkadag Berdimuhamedov took part in the meeting “Central Asia + Germany” – Agenda and results of the working visit to Berlin
nCa Report National leader of the Turkmen people Arkadag Berdimuhamedov took part in the meeting “Central Asia + Germany” - Agenda and results of the working visit to Berlin Meeting with President of the Federal Republic of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier Meeting in the Eastern Committee of the German Economy - Turkmenistan takes a firm position on gas supplies to … [Read more...]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov left for Berlin to participate in the Germany – Central Asia summit
On 28 September 2023, the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov left Ashgabat for Berlin at the head of the Turkmen delegation to participate in the Germany-Central Asia summit, to be held on Friday, 29 September 2023, according to Turkmen state TV channels. Before his departure to Berlin, Arkadag Berdimuhamedov … [Read more...]