Tomohiro Takashina, Director of the Turkmenistan Representative Office of Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd., highlighted the company’s 20-year partnership with Turkmenistan at the International Conference “Development of Construction, Industrial, Chemical and Energy Sectors of Turkmenistan” (CIET 2025), focusing on the flagship GTG-1 gas-to-gasoline plant. The facility has become … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Holds Meeting with Head of «Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.» in Balkan province
On 2 November 2025, during a working trip to the Balkan province, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Eisaku Ito, the Chief Executive Officer of the Japanese company «Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.». As is known, «Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.», in consortium with the Turkish «Gap İnşaat», acts as the general contractor for the construction of a … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Meets Head of Toyo Engineering Corporation
On 28 September 2025, during the festive horse races celebrating the 34th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s independence, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a meeting with Eiji Hosoi, President, CEO, and Representative Director of Japan’s Toyo Engineering Corporation. In the discussion, President Berdimuhamedov highlighted the strong development of Turkmenistan-Japan relations … [Read more...]
TIF 2025: Mizuho Bank Strengthens Partnership with Turkmenistan
At the Turkmenistan Investment Forum held on September 18–19 in Awaza, Kenichiro Yamamoto, Head of the Project Finance Department at Mizuho Bank, reaffirmed the Japanese financial giant’s commitment to deepening cooperation with Turkmenistan. In his remarks, Yamamoto highlighted the two countries’ long-standing economic partnership and outlined Mizuho’s role in supporting … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan and the head of JBIC discussed the expansion of partnership
On 5 September 2025, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a meeting with Kazuhiko Amakawa, Deputy President of the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC). During the talks, the parties discussed prospects for further deepening economic cooperation between Turkmenistan and Japan. Kazuhiko Amakawa highly appreciated Turkmenistan's achievements in … [Read more...]
TOYO and Rönesans Secure First Phase of Major Overhaul for Turkmenistan’s Key Gas Chemical Complex
In a significant boost to Turkmenistan's chemical industry, Toyo Engineering Corporation (TOYO) has teamed up with Rönesans Endüstri Tesisleri (RET), a subsidiary of the Türkiye-based Rönesans Holding, to win the contract for the first phase of a major overhaul project at a large-scale gas chemical complex. The award comes from the State Concern “Turkmenhimiya” (TH), the … [Read more...]
JLPT Japanese Language Exam to Be Held in Ashgabat
On 7 December 2025, Ashgabat will host the second Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) of the year. The JLPT is the largest international exam for assessing Japanese language proficiency for non-native speakers, conducted annually in Japan and worldwide. Exam Registration Registration for the exam will be open from 25 August to 1 September 2025, at the Embassy of … [Read more...]
Tokyo hosts children’s drawing competition dedicated to “2025 – International Year of Peace and Trust”
On July 29, 2025, a children's drawing competition was held in Tokyo, organized jointly by the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Japan and the Japanese Children's Council “Fujisan Chidama”. The event was attended by children and leaders of the Council “Fujisan Chidama”. During the event, participants were familiarized with the presentations on the domestic and foreign policies … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Receives Chairman of Toyo Engineering Corporation
On 29 June 2025, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with Haruo Nagamatsu, Chairman of the Board of Governors of Toyo Engineering Corporation. The meeting began with Mr. Nagamatsu extending his heartfelt congratulations to President Berdimuhamedov on the second anniversary of the founding of Arkadag city. President Berdimuhamedov expressed his gratitude for the kind … [Read more...]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov met with Head of Kawasaki Heavy Industries
On 28 June 2025, the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, held a meeting with Mr. Kenji Sanada, Executive Director of the Japanese company Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd. During the meeting, Mr. Sanada conveyed greetings from Emperor Naruhito and Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba of Japan, along with … [Read more...]
Mutual Interest and a Favorable Business Climate: President of Turkmenistan Receives Executive Vice President of ITOCHU Corporation
On 27 June 2025, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Mr. Hiroyuki Tsubai — Member of the Board of Directors and Executive Vice President of ITOCHU Corporation, President of a major machinery enterprise, and Chairman of the Turkmen-Japanese Committee for Economic Cooperation. Mr. Tsubai emphasized the strong interest of Japan’s business community in the … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Meets Executive Director of Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd.
On 27 June 2025, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a meeting with Mr. Kenji Sanada, Executive Director of Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd., who arrived in Ashgabat on a visit. Expressing gratitude for the opportunity to meet, Mr. Sanada highlighted Kawasaki Heavy Industries’ appreciation for the favorable business climate in Turkmenistan and commended the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Japan Enhance Ashgabat’s Seismic Safety
An international conference titled "The Role of Peace and Trust in Disaster Risk Reduction Systems" recently took place at the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan in Ashgabat, as reported by the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper. The forum served to summarize the achievements of the "Improving the System of Seismological Observations in and Around the City of Ashgabat" project, … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Japan seal the economic partnership with 15 documents – Japanese investments in the economy of Turkmenistan exceeds US $ 11 billion
On April 15, the final day of his official visit to Japan, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov held high-level meetings with Emperor Naruhito, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, and prominent representatives of Japan’s business, scientific, and academic communities. During discussions with the Japanese business community and on the sidelines of the visit, 15 cooperation documents … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan opens a series of National Days at the EXPO 2025 in Japan
On 14 April 2025, during his visit to Japan, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov took part in celebrations in honor of the National Day of Turkmenistan at the World EXPO-2025 in Osaka. The World EXPO 2025 in Osaka: a window into the society of the future The World EXPO 2025 is taking place in Osaka, Japan, from 13 April to 13 October 2025. A defining feature … [Read more...]
Strengthening inter-parliamentary cooperation: The President of Turkmenistan met with the Chairman of the Japan-Turkmenistan Friendship Group
On 14 April 2025, as part of his official visit to Japan, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a meeting with Chairman of the Japan-Turkmenistan Interparliamentary Friendship Group Endo Toshiaki. At the beginning of the conversation, Endo Toshiaki conveyed warm greetings on behalf of the Japanese side to the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan is on a visit to Japan
On 13 April 2025, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan commenced a visit to Japan on 13 April 2025, as reported by TDH. Turkmenistan attaches great importance to expanding cooperation with the countries of the Asia-Pacific region, including Japan. The bilateral relationship, characterized by equality, mutual respect, and trust, is founded on long-term strategic … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan to Visit Japan
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, will pay a visit to Japan as official guest of the Government of Japan for participation to National Day Event of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan from April 13 to 15, foreign ministry of Japan reports. During his stay in Japan, the President Berdimuhamedov will make a State Call on His Majesty the Emperor of Japan. Mr. … [Read more...]
Japan expresses readiness for further cooperation with Turkmenistan in preparation for the Central Asian summit
The recent visit of Special Adviser to the Prime Minister of Japan Akihisa Nagashima to Turkmenistan has become an important stage in the development of bilateral relations and strengthening cooperation within the framework of the Central Asia + Japan Dialogue. In a letter addressed to the National Leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, Akihisa Nagashima … [Read more...]
Group of Ambassadors based in Turkmenistan goes trekking along the Health Walk
The morning of Sunday, 23 February 2025, was rather cold in Ashgabat -- parting shot of the winter. A group of ten ambassadors from the diplomatic corps based in Ashgabat decided to defy the near-freezing conditions and went trekking along the Health Walk. They were accompanied by some other diplomats and some members of their families. Health Walk is a … [Read more...]
A series of negotiations on the future of Turkmen-Japanese relations took place in Tokyo.
On 17-19 February 2025, a Turkmen delegation headed by Chairman of the Board of the State Bank for Foreign Economic Affairs of Turkmenistan Rahimberdi Jepbarov paid a working visit to Tokyo, Japan. Jepbarov met with the Special Adviser to the Prime Minister of Japan, Akihisa Nagashima. During the talks, topical issues of bilateral Turkmen-Japanese trade and economic … [Read more...]
Japan-funded UNDP Online Mentorship Initiative successfully concludes in Turkmenistan
The results of the Online Mentorship program implemented within the framework of the Turkmenistan country component of the UNDP Regional Project "Promoting resilient communities to Prevent violent Extremism in Central Asia" with the financial support of the Government of Japan were summed up in Ashgabat, the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper reports. The large-scale initiative … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Japan discuss issues of strategic partnership – visit of the Special Advisor to the Prime Minister of Japan
Special Adviser to the Prime Minister of Japan Akihisa Nagashima has arrived in Ashgabat as part of his tour of five Central Asian countries. On 5 February, Nagashima was received by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, National Leader Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, and met with Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov. Meeting with the President of … [Read more...]
National Leader of the Turkmen People Met with Representatives of Korean and Japanese Companies
On 31 January 2025, in the city of Arkadag, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, held a meeting with the heads of the South Korean company "Koreya Meditech Co. Ltd" and the Japanese company "Sumitomo". The meeting took place at the headquarters of the Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Care, named after Gurbanguly … [Read more...]
Japanese PM’s Envoy Embarks on Diplomatic Tour of Central Asia
Special Advisor to the Japanese Prime Minister, Mr. Nagashima Akihisa, begins a diplomatic mission to Central Asia as Special Envoy of the Prime Minister. The 11-day tour will cover all five Central Asian nations in an effort to strengthen Japan's ties with the region. The trip, scheduled from 29 January to 8 February, will include visits to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, … [Read more...]
Topical issues of cooperation between Turkmenistan and Japan discussed in Tokyo
Political consultations On 27 January 2025, Turkmen-Japanese political consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of the two countries took place in Tokyo. The Turkmen side was led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Akhmet Gurbanov, and the Japanese side was led by Masaki Ishikawa, Special Representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs … [Read more...]
Turkmen Ambassador Explores Cooperation with Japanese Friendship Exchange Council
On 17 January 2025, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Japan Atadurdy Bayramov met with the Director of the International Friendship Exchange Council Hiroyuki Yushita. During the meeting, the sides discussed the possibilities of establishing cooperation between the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Japan and the International Friendship Exchange Council. In this connection, views … [Read more...]
Turkmen-Japanese Economic Cooperation Deepens in Green Energy and Sustainable Infrastructure
At the Cabinet of Ministers meeting on Saturday (21 December 2024) Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov reported on the outcomes of the 15th joint meeting of the Turkmen-Japanese and Japanese-Turkmen Committees on Economic Cooperation. The committee meetings were held in Ashgabat on 16-17 December 2024. The Japanese delegation … [Read more...]
Seismology: Key Focus of Turkmen-Japanese Scientific Exchange
A scientific and practical conference was held at the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan to mark the successful completion of the "Improving the system of seismological observations in and around the city of Ashgabat" project. This project, a collaborative effort between the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), aimed to … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Japan signed New Tax Convention – more details
On 16 December 2024, the Government of Japan and the Government of Turkmenistan signed the “Convention between Japan and Turkmenistan for the Elimination of Double Taxation with respect to Taxes on Income and the Prevention of Tax Evasion and Avoidance” in Ashgabat. The Japanese Ministry of Finance unveiled some details of this document. The mentioned Convention wholly … [Read more...]
Ashgabat hosted the 15th meeting of the Turkmen-Japanese Committee for Economic Cooperation – a set of documents signed
On 16 December 2024, the 15th meeting of the Turkmen-Japanese Committee for Economic Cooperation was held in Ashgabat. The delegation of Japanese business circles was headed by Hiroyuki Tsubai, member of the Board of Directors of Itochu Corporation, Executive Vice President, President of Machinery and Equipment, Chairman of the Committee from the Japanese side. The forum … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan received the Chairman of the Turkmen-Japanese Committee for Economic Cooperation
On Monday, 16 December 2024, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Hiroyuki Tsubai, member of the Board of Directors, Executive Vice President of Itochu Corporation, President of “Machinery and Equipment”, Chairman of the Turkmen-Japanese Committee for Economic Cooperation. Turkmenistan highly values its comprehensive relationship with Japan, a significant partner in the … [Read more...]
CAREC Ministers launched the Regional Climate Fund and endorsed Climate Change Action Plan
Member countries of the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Program have endorsed a new Climate Change Action Plan (CCAP) and launched the CAREC Climate and Sustainability Project Preparatory Fund (CSPPF) to strengthen regional collaboration on climate resilience, low-carbon growth, and sustainable development. This endorsement took place at the 23rd CAREC … [Read more...]
Foreign Ministers of Turkmenistan and Japan discuss preparations for Central Asia-Japan Summit
On 8 November 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov had a telephone conversation with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan Takeshi Iwaya, MFA Turkmenistan reports. The two ministers discussed key aspects of bilateral cooperation, including political, diplomatic, trade, economic, cultural, and humanitarian fields. They highlighted the … [Read more...]
Japan expects the visit of the President of Turkmenistan to EXPO 2025
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is looking forward to the visit of President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov to Japan. This follows from his letter to the head of Turkmenistan. "Turkmenistan is an important strategic partner of Japan in building a free and open international order based on the rule of law. It is gratifying that cooperation between our countries is … [Read more...]
Telephone conversation between President of Turkmenistan and Prime Minister of Japan
A telephone conversation took place on 12 August 2024 between President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan and Prime Minister Fumio Kishida of Japan, reports TDH, the official news agency of Turkmenistan. "At the beginning of the conversation, Prime Minister Kishida explained that following the earthquake that struck off the coast of Miyazaki Prefecture on August 8 and … [Read more...]
Central Asia-Japan Joint business forum held in Astana – Turkmenistan and Japan inked a package of deals
On 9 August 2024, a business forum of the Central Asia + Japan Dialogue was held in Astana. The event was organized by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan, the Japanese Association for Trade with Russia and NIS (ROTOBO), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kazakh Invest, the National Chamber of Entrepreneurs of the Republic of … [Read more...]
Central Asia + Japan Summit Dialogue to take place in Astana on 9-10 August 2024
On July 24, 2024, the Meeting of Senior Officials of the «Central Asia + Japan» Dialogue was held via videoconference. The meeting was attended by deputy heads of foreign affairs agencies of the countries of Central Asia and Japan. Turkmenistan was represented at this event by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ahmet Gurbanov. The parties discussed the progress of … [Read more...]
The National Leader of the Turkmen people met with the heads of the Japanese company Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd.
On Thursday, June 27, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Tatsuya Watanabe, Senior Adviser on strategic issues of the Japanese company Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd., and Kenji Sanada, Executive Officer. The meeting highlighted Japan's role as a long-standing strategic partner for … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Celebrates Culture in Japan
On 12 June 2024, Japan welcomed the Days of Culture of Turkmenistan, as reported by the newspaper "Turkmenistan." A delegation of well-known artists and representatives of academic community from Turkmenistan arrived in Tokyo to attend the festivities. The official opening ceremony, held at the Orchard concert hall of the Okura Tokyo Hotel, marked the beginning of the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Japan prepare for meeting of joint committees on economic cooperation
Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov, who also heads the Turkmen-Japanese Committee for Economic Cooperation, held a videoconference with Hiroyuki Tsubai, Chairman of the Japanese-Turkmen Committee, on 6 June 2024, according to the Turkmen Foreign Ministry. During the meeting, the sides discussed issues of further development of bilateral relations, where they … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan intends to strengthen relations with the countries of the Asia-Pacific region
During a cabinet of ministers meeting on Saturday (25 May), the Deputy Prime Minister, foreign minister of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov reported on the measures being implemented to further develop Turkmenistan's relations with the countries of the Asia-Pacific region. Countries such as China, Japan, Korea and Malaysia took a special place in the report. China: Regarding … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Japan held political consultations
Turkmenistan and Japan held political consultations on 17 May 2024 in Ashgabat. Deputy Minister Akhmet Gurbanov led the Turkmen delegation and Masaki Ikegami, Special Representative for Central Asian Affairs at the Japanese Foreign Ministry, represented Japan. The sides commended the strong partnership between their foreign ministries, which fosters regional cooperation and … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan received the Chairman of the Japan-Turkmenistan Interparliamentary Friendship Group
On Tuesday, 14 May 2024, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Mr.Toshiaki Endo, Chairman of the Japan-Turkmenistan Interparliamentary Friendship Group. During the meeting, the sides exchanged views on priority aspects of the Turkmen-Japanese partnership. It was noted that Turkmenistan and Japan also actively cooperate in the format of international organizations, … [Read more...]
Head of Japan-Turkmenistan Interparliamentary Friendship Group, Visits Ashgabat
A Japanese parliamentary delegation led by Toshiaki Endo, Chairman of the Japan-Turkmenistan Interparliamentary Friendship Group and member of the House of Representatives of Japan, arrived in Ashgabat for a visit. On 13 May 2014, Toshiaki Endo met with Mejlis Chairperson Ms.Dunyagozel Gulmanova. The sides highlighted the crucial role of inter-parliamentary … [Read more...]
Japan’s MEXT Scholarships are available for Turkmen youth
The Embassy of Japan in Turkmenistan announces that applications are now open for the prestigious MEXT Scholarship programs. This is a fantastic opportunity for talented Turkmen students to pursue higher education in Japan. In particular, scholarship programs are offered in four areas: 1. Research student (postgraduate level) 2. Student (Bachelor's degree level) 3. A … [Read more...]
A competition of public speaking in Japanese held in Turkmenistan
The Turkmen National Institute of World Languages named after D. Azadi hosted a lively Japanese language competition on 27 April 2024, reports the Japanese Embassy in Turkmenistan. 12 students showcased their Japanese skills, with half tackling a designated topic and the others presenting on a theme of their choice. They also demonstrated their daily progress in the … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan and Japan share experience: Seminar for the countries of Central Asia and the Caucasus on earthquake risk reduction
From 16 to 19 April this year, Almaty is hosting a seminar organized by the Japan International Cooperation Agency JICA in cooperation with the Kazakhstan Agency of International Development «KazAID», the Kazakh Research Institute of Construction and Architecture and the Center for Emergency Situations and Disaster Risk Reduction. Japan, being one of the most seismically … [Read more...]
Turkmen-Japanese Business Forum Fosters cooperation in Tokyo – Minister of Trade and Foreign Economic Relations of Turkmenistan met with the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan
Japanese and Turkmen representatives convened in Tokyo on 27 March 2024 for a business forum focused on fostering partnerships between small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from both countries. The event, held at the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), brought together over 30 Turkmen leaders and around 100 Japanese participants. Minister Begench Gochmollayev … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Japan explore prospects of research cooperation
On 20 March 2024, at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Japan, Ambassador of Turkmenistan A. Bayramov met with a delegation of the University of Tsukuba headed by Vice President and Executive Director for Collaborative Research Mr. Kanaho Yasunori. The meeting discussed prospects for cooperation between Turkmenistan and Tsukuba University. Special attention was paid to the … [Read more...]