Today in Turkmenistan, with the participation of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, a groundbreaking ceremony was held for the construction of a modern 546 km long highway along the Ashgabat–Dashoguz route. Additionally, a 43.6 km road section leading from Garabogaz to the state border with Kazakhstan—part of the North–South international transport corridor—was … [Read more...]
CIET 2026: Turkmenistan’s Industry, Energy, and Construction Attract New International Partners – A Package of Deals Inked
The first day of the International Conference and Exhibition International Conference and Exhibition “Development of the Construction, Industrial, Chemical and Energy Sectors of Turkmenistan” (CIET 2026) wrapped up with the signing of a major package of bilateral partnership documents. In total, 14 bilateral Memorandums of Understanding were signed with companies from Germany, … [Read more...]
Chinese Exhibition: Beautiful China – Beauty of Xinjiang
An exhibition of the Chinese paintings and works of arts opened in Ashgabat on 29 October 2026. The theme of the exhibition is ‘Beauty of China – Beauty of Xinjiang.’ Speech by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People's Republic of China to Turkmenistan, Ji Shumin, at the Opening of the Fine Arts and Photography Exhibition “Beautiful China — Beauty of … [Read more...]
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan had a meeting with the Head of the WHO Country Office
On 28 October 2026, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with Yegor Zaitsev, Head of the World Health Organization (WHO) Country Office in Turkmenistan, who is concluding his mission in the country. The meeting took place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. During the meeting, the sides discussed current issues of cooperation between … [Read more...]
OGT 2026: Petronas Targets Faster Development of New Offshore Blocks in Turkmenistan
Petronas Carigali Turkmenistan plans to accelerate exploration and development in its offshore blocks, aiming to bring new oil discoveries into production within four years of starting exploration, the company’s CEO, Ismadi Ismail, said at the 31st International Conference and Exhibition “Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan” (OGT 2026) in Ashgabat. The company plans to drill at … [Read more...]
Energy Bridges, Mega-Projects, and Regional Connectivity Take Center Stage in Ashgabat
Elvira Kadyrova The 31st International Conference and Exhibition "Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan" (OGT 2026) kicked off in Ashgabat on 21 October 2026today, drawing an impressive assembly of global energy leaders, government officials, international organizations, and major corporate players. The Day 1 delivered landmark updates on flagship regional pipelines, historic … [Read more...]
Growth Strategy and New Horizons for the Energy Sector: Key Points from Turkmegaz head’s Address at OGT 2026
The 31st International Conference and Exhibition “Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan – OGT 2026” in Ashgabat hosted a plenary session focused on the future of global energy, projects and technologies. The keynote address was delivered by Maksat Babayev, State Minister of Turkmenistan and Chairman of the State Concern Turkmengas. He outlined the key priorities for developing the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Expands Its Energy Potential: Key Oil and Gas Projects at OGT 2026
The international conference Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan – 2026 (OGT 2026) is taking place in Ashgabat. Speaking at the opening plenary session, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Guvanch Agajanov outlined the main achievements and strategic priorities of the country’s fuel and energy sector. Developing the Giant Galkynysh Gas Field The phased … [Read more...]
New Educational and Scientific Partnerships Sealed at Ashgabat’s Major International Forum
Right after the high-level diplomatic summitry hosted in the Awaza National Tourist Zone, Turkmenistan’s capital featured a major multilateral gathering showcasing national and international developments in public policy and human capital. On October 10, 2026, the International Exhibition and Scientific Conference “Healthcare, Education and Sports in the Era of the … [Read more...]
Meetings at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan with the Representatives of UN entities
On October 9, 2026, a meeting took place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan between the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Myahri Byashimova and the Deputy Regional Representative of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) for Central Asia Ennio Boati. During the meeting, the parties noted the effectiveness … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and SPE Explore New Chapter in Caspian Energy Cooperation, with Ashgabat Emerging as Potential 2027 Conference Host
Senior SPE representatives hold discussions with Turkmenistan's energy leadership, international operators and academic institutions as the country prepares for OGT 2026. Turkmenistan's engagement with the international petroleum engineering community is entering a new phase, following a visit by senior representatives of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) to … [Read more...]
Bilateral Meetings on the Sidelines of Three Regional Summits in Awaza
nCa Report The most useful way to document the diplomatic activity at Awaza is to treat the three summits as one connected diplomatic occasion, while distinguishing the meetings held in connection with each gathering. This matters because bilateral talks can serve several purposes simultaneously: strengthening political relations, advancing trade and transport projects, … [Read more...]
Ashgabat Hosts International Exhibition and Conference on Healthcare, Education and Sports
An international exhibition and scientific conference covering healthcare, education and sports opened in Ashgabat on 10 October 2026today, bringing together government institutions, domestic organizations, foreign companies and researchers for three days of exhibitions, professional exchanges and scientific discussions. Running from October 10 to 12 at the Exhibition … [Read more...]
UNDP and Partners: Advancing Digital Transformation for a Stronger Health System in Turkmenistan
Op-Ed by Narine Sahakyan, UNDP Resident Representative in Turkmenistan, on the occasion of Healthcare and Medical Industry Workers’ Day, 10 October Health is one of humanity’s most fundamental shared priorities. Across the world, health systems are being called upon to do more - to reach people earlier, respond faster, withstand shocks and deliver quality care to everyone. … [Read more...]
First Consultative Meeting of Heads of State of Central Asia with Participation of Azerbaijan
Tariq Saeedi and Raviliya Kadyrova The first consultative meeting of the heads of state of Central Asia and Azerbaijan was held at Awaza on 8 October 2026. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan hosted and moderated the meeting. Executive Synthesis: The Awaza Summit Framework Format: First Formal Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia and … [Read more...]
Avaza Diplomacy: Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan Holds Bilateral Talks with Iran, Russia and Belarus
AVAZA, Turkmenistan – The concentration of senior officials in Avaza for the major regional and Commonwealth of Independent States events has provided Turkmenistan with an additional platform for bilateral diplomacy, with Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov holding separate meetings on October 7 with senior representatives of Iran, Russia and Belarus. The meetings covered … [Read more...]
Malaysia’s Economy Minister to Lead 20+ Company Business Delegation to OGT 2026
Malaysia’s Minister of Economy, Tuan Haji Akmal Nasrullah bin Mohd Nasir, will lead a high-level government and business delegation to Ashgabat for the 31st International Conference and Exhibition “Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan – OGT 2026”, taking place on 21–23 October. The delegation will include representatives of more than 20 Malaysian companies, creating new opportunities … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Belarus Sign 2027–2028 Foreign Ministry Cooperation Programme
AVAZA, Turkmenistan — Turkmenistan and Belarus have agreed on a new two-year programme to guide cooperation between their foreign ministries, adding another bilateral diplomatic framework to the series of agreements being concluded on the sidelines of Turkmenistan’s 2026 chairmanship of the Commonwealth of Independent States. The Cooperation Programme between the Ministry of … [Read more...]
CIS Foreign Ministers Meet in Avaza as Turkmenistan’s Chairmanship Reaches Its Summit Week
The ministerial session prepares documents for the 9 October leaders' meeting. Russia and Turkmenistan used the occasion to approve a foreign-ministry cooperation programme for 2027–2028. Tariq Saeedi and Raviliya Kadyrova at Awaza Foreign ministers of the Commonwealth of Independent States met in the Avaza National Tourist Zone on 7 October to review the Commonwealth's … [Read more...]
Events Dedicated to the 35th Anniversary of Turkmenistan’s Independence Held in Türkiye and Pakistan
On 27 September 2026, events dedicated to the 35th anniversary of Turkmenistan's Independence were held in the Republic of Türkiye and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. In Ankara, the building of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye, one of the tallest buildings in the capital with a height of 140 metres, was illuminated in the colours of the State … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s Next Energy Chapter Takes Shape Across Gas, Caspian Exploration and Regional Infrastructure
By Steve Travers, Regional Director, GaffneyCline Turkmenistan is entering a new stage of energy development as large-scale gas projects, Caspian exploration, regional infrastructure initiatives and technology-driven optimisation increasingly come together to shape the country’s future energy landscape. For international energy companies and investors, the significance of … [Read more...]
Exclusive: Interview with His Majesty’s Ambassador to Turkmenistan, Stephen Conlon
Stephen Conlon is His Majesty’s Ambassador to Turkmenistan since May 2023. With a BSc and an MBA, fluency in Russian, French, Finnish, and Lithuanian, and a rich portfolio of accomplishments that would be the envy of any diplomat, Ambassador Conlon is widely recognized as a pragmatic leader who delivers tangible results on the global stage. He has a proven ability to turn … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Meets with Vice President of Switzerland, OSCE Chairman-in-Office
On 5 August, in the Awaza National Tourist Zone, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Ignazio Cassis, Vice President of Switzerland (the country currently chairing the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe) and Head of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs, according to the State News Agency of Turkmenistan (TDH). During the meeting, Cassis emphasized … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and EBRD Open New Chapter of Partnership: Package of Strategic Memorandums Signed in Ashgabat
Cooperation between Turkmenistan and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is reaching a qualitatively new strategic level. Talks held on Tuesday in Ashgabat between Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and EBRD President Odile Renaud-Basso culminated in the signing of a solid package of bilateral documents setting the direction of … [Read more...]
A meeting with the Ambassador of Japan was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan.
On June 10, 2026, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan between Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Myahri Byashimova and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Turkmenistan Sasaki Hiroshi. During the meeting, the parties discussed current issues of Turkmen-Japanese cooperation. The diplomats placed … [Read more...]
Vice President for Medical Affairs at the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation has bilateral meetings on the sidelines of International Women’s Conference
As part of the International Forum "The Role of Women in Modern Society: Developing International Cooperation to Achieve the Sustainable Development Goals," Oguljahan Atabaeva, Vice President for Medical Affairs at the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Care, held a series of insightful bilateral meetings with prominent … [Read more...]
TIF 2025 Final Day Opens with Focus on Digital Transformation and Trade
Awaza, 19 September 2025 – The final day of the Turkmenistan Investment Forum (TIF 2025) began today with sessions focused on modernizing the nation's economy through technology and strengthening its position in global trade. The day's agenda opened with "Session 5: Digital and Green Transformations in the Interest of Sustainable Development". Moderated by the Head of the … [Read more...]
TIF 2025: Turkmenistan Strengthens Its Position in the Global Market — Foreign Trade Turnover Exceeds $19.7 Billion in 2024
Avaza, 19 September 2025 — At the sixth session of the Turkmenistan Investment Forum (TIF 2025), held under the theme “Strengthening Institutional Foundations of Trade: Access into New Trade Markets,” Deputy Minister of Finance and Economy of Turkmenistan, Bekmurat Allakbayev, presented key indicators of the country’s foreign economic activity. According to the Ministry of … [Read more...]
TIF 2025: Turkmenistan Connected to Eight International Fiber-Optic Networks
Elvira Kadyrova and Ravilya Kadyrova Awaza, 19 September 2025 — At a session of the Turkmenistan Investment Forum (TIF 2025), themed "Digital and Green Transformations in the interest of Sustainable Development ," the General Director of the State Communications Company "Turkmentelecom," Khodzhaniyaz Afganov, delivered a keynote address highlighting the strategic role of the … [Read more...]
Awaza Press Conference Celebrates New Hope for Landlocked Nations with Forward-Looking Action Plan
Elvira Kadyrova and Ravilya Kadyrova, Awaza, Turkmenistan The Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC3) concluded in Awaza, marking a historic milestone for the 600 million people across 32 Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs). The final press conference, held after the closing session, celebrated the adoption of the forward-looking … [Read more...]
Adequate Financing, Effective Partnerships Key for Achieving Sustainable Development, Speakers Tell Round Table, Also Urging Action to Ease Crushing Debt Burden
Achieving sustainable development requires adequate financing and effective partnerships, speakers heard at the final round-table discussion at the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries today, as many spotlighted the urgent need to alleviate the crushing burden of debt. Co-Chair Hojamyrat Geldimyradov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers … [Read more...]
More Transportation Infrastructure, Transit Corridors Crucial to Reduce Delays, Costs, Strengthen Competitiveness in Landlocked Developing Countries, Round Table Hears
Amid calls from landlocked developing countries for more transportation infrastructure and transit corridors, one speaker at this morning’s round-table (#4) discussion at the Third Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries encouraged those countries to use existing international instruments to enable smoother transit. The theme of the round table was “Building … [Read more...]
Moscow to Host International Youth Forum “Generation of Unity”
On September 19, Moscow—the capital of the Russian Federation—will serve as the venue for the International Youth Forum "Generation of Unity," held as part of the World Public Summit. The forum is expected to welcome young leaders, public figures, entrepreneurs, volunteers, students, and representatives of youth organizations from over 15 countries. The event aims to … [Read more...]
Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries Opens in Awaza, Turkmenistan
Elvira Kadyrova and Ravilya Kadyrova, Awaza, Turkmenistan The Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC3) commenced today in the National Tourist Zone “Awaza,” bringing together global leaders to address the unique challenges faced by landlocked developing nations. The conference themed “Driving Progress through Partnerships” aims to foster … [Read more...]
Civil Society Forum in Awaza: A Pivotal Step Toward Sustainable Development for Landlocked Nations
Elvira Kadyrova and Ravilya Kadyrova, Awaza, Turkmenistan On 4-5 August 2025, the National Tourist Zone of Awaza hosted the first-ever Civil Society Forum as part of the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC3). Held under the theme “Driving Progress through Partnerships,” the forum provided a dynamic platform for civil society … [Read more...]
Youth Forum in Awaza: Empowering Young Voices for the Future of Landlocked Developing Countries
Elvira Kadyrova and Ravilya Kadyrova, Awaza, Turkmenistan On 4 August 2025, the Youth Forum, one of the events of the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC3) started in the National Tourist Zone of Awaza, Turkmenistan. The event hosted under the theme “Building Bridges for LLDC Futures,” brought together young leaders, policymakers, … [Read more...]
A telephone conversation took place between the heads of the foreign policy departments of Turkmenistan and the Republic of Seychelles
On July 31, 2025, a telephone conversation took place between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Tourism of the Republic of Seychelles Sylvestre Radegonde. The heads of the foreign policy departments discussed prospects for expanding bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest. A separate topic of … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Strengthens Global Environmental Cooperation
During the Cabinet of minister meeting on Friday, 13 June 2025, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov reported on Turkmenistan’s proactive efforts to bolster international cooperation in ecology, emphasizing the nation’s commitment to environmental sustainability as a cornerstone of its foreign policy. It was noted that systematically … [Read more...]
Meeting with the UN Resident Coordinators in Central Asian countries was held at the MFA of Turkmenistan
On May 13, 2025, a meeting was held in the premises of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and the United Nations Resident Coordinators in the countries of Central Asia – UN Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan Dmitry Shlapachenko, UN Resident Coordinator in the Republic of Kazakhstan Stephen … [Read more...]
A meeting with the delegation of the UN Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) was held at the MFA of Turkmenistan
On May 6, 2025, a meeting was held between Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Mahri Bashimova and members of the assessment mission, consisting of international experts from the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat). The main topic of the negotiations was the expansion of bilateral cooperation within the framework of the current Memorandum … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Day at the WHO Regional Office for Europe
Turkmenistan Day was held at the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Europe in Copenhagen (Kingdom of Denmark). The event, organized during the International Year of Peace and Trust, marked by the celebration of the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality, allowed us to present our country's achievements within the framework of the implementation … [Read more...]
Foreign Ministry of Turkmenistan: Extensive work plans for the International Year of Peace and Trust approved
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov has approved the work plan of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for 2025. The document was presented by Deputy Prime Minister, foreign minister Rashid Meredov at a Cabinet meeting on Friday, 10 January. The work plan includes 10 chapters. In particular, the chapter "Organizational issues" defines the measures that will be … [Read more...]
Head of the UNRCCA attends the 7th Ministerial Council meeting of CICA
On 17 December 2024, Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Central Asia Kaha Imnadze, head of the UNRCCA, participated in the 7th Ministerial Council Meeting of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA), held virtually and hosted by the Republic of Azerbaijan. The event marked the conclusion of Kazakhstan’s … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Outlines Climate Change Initiatives to Boost Global Cooperation
During the government meeting on Thursday, 31 Aug 2023, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Rashid Meredov reported on the steps taken to develop international cooperation of Turkmenistan in the field of climate change. One of the main pillars of Turkmenistan's foreign policy is to expand constructive partnerships with countries and international … [Read more...]