The embassy of Japan in Turkmenistan hosted on 23 February 2024 a reception to mark the birthday of HE Naruhito, the Emperor of Japan. Ambassador SASAKI Hiroshi delivered a speech at the reception. Here is the full text of his speech: Your Excellency the President of Turkmenistan, Mr. Serdar BERDIMUHAMEDOV, Your Excellency Deputy Chairman of […]
Turkmenistan and Japan aim to expand interparliamentary dialogue
On February 22, 2024, a meeting between the Chairman of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan Dunyagozel Gulmanova and the Chairman of the House of Representatives of the Parliament of Japan Fukushiro Nukaga took place in Tokyo. During the meeting, the parties discussed issues related to the development of interparliamentary relations between Turkmenistan and Japan. The Speaker […]
Turkmen Parliament Delegation Strengthens Ties with Japan in Tokyo Visit – Ms.Gulmanova met with the Secretary General of the Japan-Turkmenistan Interparliamentary Friendship Group and Chief Cabinet Secretary of Japan
Dunyagozel Gulmanova, Speaker of the Turkmenistan Parliament (Mejlis), held productive meetings in Tokyo on 21 February 2024, enhancing parliamentary and broader cooperation with Japan. She held a meeting with Japanese deputies led by the Secretary General of the Japanese-Turkmen Inter-Parliamentary Friendship Group, member of the House of Councilors of Japan, Shimpei Matsushita. During the meeting, […]
The National Art Center of Tokyo exhibits paintings dedicated to the motto “Fount of Wisdom Magtymguly Fragi”
A stand of Turkmenistan was placed at the “Pictures of Young Generations” event organized by the Japan-Eurasia Society, which was held at the National Art Center in Tokyo from January 25 to February 5, 2024. In the framework of this event, an exhibition of drawings of the country’s school students was organized, dedicated to the […]
Turkmenistan and Japan Discuss Preparations for Central Asia-Japan Summit
On 31 January 2024, Turkmenistan Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov met with Ikegami Masaki, the Special Representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan for Central Asia, the Caucasus and GUAM, to discuss preparations for the upcoming Central Asia-Japan summit in Astana. The high-level meeting, scheduled for later this year, marks a significant milestone in […]
Turkmenistan and Japan Deepen Scientific and Educational Ties
During a recent visit to Tokyo, representatives of Turkmenistan, led by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov, held a series of meetings and negotiations on a wide range of Turkmen-Japanese relations. The issues of strengthening partnership in the scientific and educational sphere were also included in the agenda of the visit, writes newspaper […]
Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan met with the State Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan
On 23 January 2024, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov, who was on an official visit to Tokyo, met with State Minister of Foreign Affairs Yoshifumi Tsuge. At the beginning of the meeting, Minister of State Tsuge expressed gratitude for the message of condolences received from the Government of […]
Turkmen–Japanese meetings in the transport and communication sector explored prospects for cooperation in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence
On 23 January 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with the Minister of Digital Affairs of Japan Taro Kono. During the meeting, issues of cooperation in the field of digital infrastructure, digitalization of the economy, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, the Internet, personnel training and updating the legislative framework were discussed, the […]
Turkmen and Japanese lawmakers to exchange visits
Turkmenistan and Japan are set to strengthen their parliamentary ties through reciprocal visits of Speaker of Turkmen Parliament and Japanese Lawmakers in the first half of 2024. This agreement was reached during a meeting in Tokyo on 22 January 2024, between Turkmen Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov and a delegation of Japanese lawmakers led by Toshiaki […]
Turkmenistan is an important partner for Japan in terms of both the natural resource business and decarbonization
In a meeting today, Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov of Turkmenistan and Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa of Japan reaffirmed the importance of their bilateral relationship, highlighting areas of mutually beneficial cooperation like natural resources, decarbonization, and economic development. The two ministers agreed that frequent high-level engagement is crucial for fostering stronger ties. They expressed their support […]
Boosting Turkmen-Japanese Ties: Business Forum Planned in 2024
During a visit to Japan, a Turkmen delegation led by Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov held meetings with key figures in the Japanese business community – Chairman and CEO Norihoko Ishiguro of the Japan Foreign Trade Organization (JETRO) and Chairman and Executive Director Atsuo Kuroda of the Nippon Export and Investment Insurance Agency (NEXI). These discussions […]
Turkmenistan and Japan Deepen Educational Ties Through Memoranda and Meetings
Turkmenistan and Japan advanced their educational collaboration during a recent delegation visit, signing key memoranda and holding fruitful discussions. On 22 January 2024, DPM, Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with Presidents Nagata Kyosuke (University of Tsukuba) and Masashi Suzuki (Soka University). Their talks focused on strengthening bilateral ties in education and science, particularly […]
(UPDATED) Japan and Turkmenistan Deepen Energy Ties with Cooperation MoUs, focused on decarbonization and deep gas processing
During a Tokyo visit, Turkmenistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov met with Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan Takeshi Saito on 22 January 2024. The meeting focused on bolstering bilateral cooperation in the crucial areas of economics and energy. Discussions yielded two significant agreements: Intergovernmental Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on […]
Turkmenistan FM met with Chief Cabinet Secretary of Japan Hayashi Yoshimasa
On 22 January 2024, during his visit to Japan, DPM, foreign minister of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov paid a courtesy call to Hayashi Yoshimasa, Chief Cabinet Secretary of Japan. Chief Cabinet Secretary Hayashi welcomed Minister Meredov’s visit to Japan in nearly a year and expressed his gratitude for Turkmenistan’s message of sympathy regarding the Noto Peninsula […]
Visit of the Turkmen Delegation to Japan explored new prospects for cooperation – More details
A delegation of Turkmenistan led by Chairman of the State Bank for Foreign Economic Activity of Turkmenistan Rahimberdi Jepbarov visited Japan from 13 to 16 December 2023. The visit was full of important events and activities aimed at deepening economic cooperation between the two countries. 14 December 2023 was highlighted by a joint meeting with […]
Direct Flights to set Between Turkmenistan and Japan
A landmark agreement establishing direct air communication between Turkmenistan and Japan was signed recently, paving the way for easier travel and enhanced business opportunities. This follows a successful visit by a Turkmen delegation to Tokyo from 13-16 December 2023. Led by Rahimberdi Djepbarov, Chairman of the State Bank for Foreign Economic Affairs of Turkmenistan, the […]
7th Japanese Film Festival Opens in Ashgabat
The 7th Japanese Film Festival kicked off today in Ashgabat, bringing a vibrant celebration of Japanese cinema and culture to the city. At the opening ceremony held in the Ashgabat Cinema and Concert Hall, Ambassador of Japan to Turkmenistan Sasaki Hiroshi and Deputy Minister of Culture of Turkmenistan Nursakhet Shirimov warmly welcomed guests. Ambassador Hiroshi […]
Ashgabat and Turkmenbashi to host the Japanese Film Festival
The Japanese Film Festival will be held for the seventh time this year in Turkmenistan, the Japanese Embassy in Turkmenistan reports. The festival aims to enhance a deeper understanding of Japanese culture and traditions among the Turkmen people. This year it will start on Friday, December 15, at the Ashgabat Cinema. A grandiose event is […]
Kyrgyzstan’s President Highlights Upcoming Inaugural Central Asia–Japan Summit
In a landmark move, Central Asian nations Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan will convene alongside Japan for the first-ever 5+1 summit in 2024, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of the dialogue platform. The summit aims to foster deeper collaboration. This pivotal topic emerged during a meeting between President Sadyr Japarov of Kyrgyzstan and Prime […]
Turkmenistan raises National Flag at EXPO 2025 Construction Site
In a symbolic gesture marking its unwavering commitment to the upcoming World Exhibition EXPO 2025, Turkmenistan proudly raised its national flag at the construction site in Osaka, Japan. This momentous occasion, which garnered significant attention from Japanese media outlets, was graced by the presence of Turkmenistan’s Minister of Trade and Foreign Economic Relations, B. Gochmollayev, […]
Turkmenistan Officially Receives Land Plot for World Expo 2025
The ceremony for handing over the land plot for the construction of Turkmenistan’s National Pavilion at the World Expo 2025 took place in Osaka. The Organizing Committee presented the relevant documentation to the Turkmen delegation, led by Minister of Trade and Foreign Economic Relations B. Gochmollaev. A delegation from Turkmenistan actively participated in the International […]
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov: Turkmenistan Values Strategic Partnership with Japan
On Monday, 13 November, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the newly appointed Ambassador of Japan to Turkmenistan, Hiroshi Sasaki, TDH reports. Stressing the great importance attached to cooperation with the countries of the Central Asian region, the Ambassador noted his country’s deep interest in the further progressive development of fruitful relations that meet common interests. “For […]
Turkmenistan took part in the G7 Dialogue with Central Asia
On November 8, 2023, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Berdiniyaz Myatiev took part in the online meeting of the Foreign Ministers of Central Asia and the Group of Seven (G7). The meeting was attended by the heads of foreign policy agencies of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, as well as Great Britain, Germany, Italy, […]
Central Asia – Japan Ministerial dialogue on economy and energy took place in Tokyo – Joint Statement adopted
On September 26, 2023, in Tokyo was held the hybrid format first meeting of the Ministerial Economic and Energy Dialogue established within the framework of the dialogue “Central Asia + Japan”. The Turkmen side in the meeting was presented online by the Chairman of the State Concern “Turkmengaz”, State Minister M.Babaev, MFA Turkmenistan reported. The […]
Turkmen National Institute of World Languages Opens Modernized Classrooms for Teaching Japanese under Japanese Government Grant Assistance Project
Today, on 13 September 2023, the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages hosted the opening ceremony of classrooms as part of the Project for providing equipment to teach Japanese language at the Turkmen National Institute of World Languages. This project, in turn, was implemented within the framework of Japanese Government project “Grassroots Grant […]
The University of Tsukuba and the Turkmen Engineering University signed an agreement
The Japanese University of Tsukuba will provide educational support to the Oguzkhan Engineering and Technological University of Turkmenistan. The corresponding agreement was signed on 5 September 2023 by the President of the University of Tsukuba Nagata Kyosuke and the rector of Oguzkhan University Gurbanmyrat Mezilov, according to the Embassy of Japan in Turkmenistan. The embassy […]
Japanese Painter Michio Komine’s Painting of Akhal-Teke Horse Draws Widespread Attention at International Exhibition
On 10 September, 2023, Japanese painter Michio Komine presented her composition entitled “Turkmenistan” at the opening ceremony of the 55th International Exhibition “Shin-Inten” in Tokyo. The painting depicts an Akhal-Teke horse against the backdrop of the Turkmen flag and blooming meadow. According to the organizers of the International Exhibition, the painting has aroused widespread interest […]
Turkmenistan and Japan Discuss Ways to Boost Educational Cooperation – Turkmenistan’s leadership welcomes President of University of Tsukuba
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Tuesday, 5 Sep, Kyosuke Nagata, the President of the University of Tsukuba, one of the leading national universities in Japan. The main topic of the meeting was the discussion of prospects for further deepening of traditional Turkmen-Japanese ties in the field of science and education. According to the parties, a lot […]
Japan Honors Turkmenistan Karate-Do Federation Honorary Chairman for Promoting Sport
Honorary Chairman of the Karate-do Federation of Turkmenistan Mametnazarov Yashuzak was awarded a Certificate of Honor from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan, the Embassy of Japan in Turkmenistan reports in social networks. The diploma was solemnly presented by the Ambassador of Japan to Ashgabat Hiroyuki Yamamoto at his residence. Mametnazarov first started practicing […]
Over 13 thousand students study Japanese in Turkmenistan
On 11 July 2023, Parliamentary Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan Yoshikawa Yuumi, who was on a visit to Turkmenistan, met with the students of Azadi National Institute of World Languages, the Embassy of Japan in Turkmenistan reports. She visited the Japanese language classroom, where repairs are underway as part of the “Project to […]
State Library of Turkmenistan received books from the Japanese Foundation
156 books were donated to the State Library of the State Cultural Center of Turkmenistan as part of the “Read Japan Project” project, which is being implemented by the Nippon Foundation, the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper reports. The English-language books tell about culture, history, economy, modern and popular art in the Land of the Rising Sun. […]
Astana to host the Central Asian Security and Cooperation Forum
Famous intellectuals from 25 countries of the world will be gathered by the Kazakhstan Institute for Strategic Studies under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan (KazISS) in Astana at the Central Asian Security and Cooperation Forum. On July 13 and 14, 2023, the Central Asian Forum on the theme “Asia in the Changing World: […]
The Permanent Representatives to the UN of the countries of Central Asia and Japan held a working meeting
During the meeting, the Ambassador of Japan, Mr. Ishikane Kimihiro, briefly informed about the activities of Japan as a member of the UN Security Council, in particular, highlighting the Council’s work on strengthening regional security. The Permanent Representatives of the Central Asian countries touched upon the cooperation between the countries of the region and Japan […]
G7 to continue cooperation with Central Asia in addressing regional problems
During the meeting in Japan, the Foreign Ministers of the Group of Seven (G7) announced the continued support of the Central Asian countries in responding to regional problems. This was announced during the one-hour session “Afghanistan and Central Asia”, organized on the sidelines of the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Karuizawa, held on 16-18 April […]
Embassy of Japan in Turkmenistan hosts reception to mark birthday of His Majesty the Emperor
Ambassador YAMAMOTO Hiroyuki of Japan hosted a reception in Ashgabat on 17 February 2023 to mark the birthday of His Majesty the Emperor. The Turkmen government was represented by the deputy ministers of foreign affairs Vepa Hajiyev and Berdyniyaz Matiyev. Here is the speech of the ambassador on the occasion: Ambassador’s Remarks on the National […]
9th meeting of Foreign Ministers of Japan+Central Asia dialogue held in Tokyo
On 24 December 2022, the 9th meeting of Foreign Ministers under the Central Asia plus Japan dialogue took place at the Iikura House in Tokyo, chaired by Japanese Foreign Minister Hayashi Yoshimasa, the Japanese Foreign Ministry reports. The agenda of the meeting included topics of cooperation between Japan and the Central Asian region, as well […]
Turkmen delegation is on visit to Tokyo – Meredov discussed with Japanese partners the realization of major industrial projects in Turkmenistan
The Turkmen delegation led by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov is on a working visit to Japan from 21 to 24 December 2022, the foreign ministry of Turkmenistan reports. Within the framework of the visit, the delegation will participate in the following events: 14th joint meeting of the Japanese-Turkmen and Turkmen-Japanese […]
Japan and Central Asia: dynamics of the current partnership
Elvira Kadyrova Japan is actively developing bilateral relations with Central Asian countries, being one of the region’s long-term partners. The spheres of interaction are quite diverse – from energy to social projects and personnel training, from major investments that drive forward the national economy to projects that improve the lives of small rural communities. The […]
Foreign Ministers of Japan and Central Asian countries will meet next week in Tokyo
The 9th meeting of Foreign Ministers in the “Central Asia + Japan” format will be held in Tokyo on 24 December 2022 at the Iikura House, the Japanese Foreign Ministry said in a press release. The meeting will be chaired by Foreign Minister of Japan Hayashi Yoshimasa. The meeting, which will be attended by the […]
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov visited Japan
Last week, from 25 September to 1 October 2022, Chairman of the upper house of the Turkmen Parliament Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov made a working trip to Japan, during which he took part in the state funeral of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. He also held a number of bilateral meetings, including with the Prime Minister of […]
Ashgabat exhibition of Japanese cuisine art tells about the history of Sushi
Tamir Shakirov, photo by Anastasia Zhirnova On 8 July 2022, the State Museum of Fine Arts in Ashgabat hosted the opening ceremony of the exhibition “I love Sushi”, co-organized by the Embassy of Japan in Turkmenistan, the Japan Foundation with the assistance of the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan. The exhibition will be held in […]
Handover ceremony of broadcasting materials and contract for the Japanese serial TV drama “Gochiso-san” (“Thank you for the meal”)
On May 5, 2022, at the State Committee for Television, Radio Broadcasting and Cinematography of Turkmenistan, the handover ceremony of broadcasting materials and a contract for the Japanese serial TV drama “Gochiso-san” was held between Ambassador of Japan Mr. Hiroyuki Yamamoto and the Committee Chairman Mr. Arslan Ashirov. “Gochiso-san” is a popular drama that aired […]
President of Turkmenistan, Prime Minister of Japan in telephone conversation
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida of Japan made a phone call to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan on 13 April 2022. The sides discussed a wide range of issues of mutual interest. They lauded the robust partnership between the two countries that has seen the growing role of the Japanese companies in the industrial sector of […]
Turkmenistan-Japan – Handover ceremony under the Grant Project initiated by the Government of Japan “Enhancing the Healthcare System of Turkmenistan through the Provision of Medical Equipment”
Today, on March 30, 2022, a solemn ceremony to hand over the last batch of medical equipment purchased under the project “Enhancing the Healthcare System of Turkmenistan through the Provision of Medical Equipment ” was held at the Ashgabat Emergency Aid Centre. The ceremony was attended by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to […]
Signing ceremony: Grant assistance for Japanese language teaching equipment at institute of languages of Turkmenistan
On February 3 this year, at 3:00 p.m., a Grant-contract Signing Ceremony was held at the Turkmen National Institute of World Languages named after Dovletmamed Azadi on the “Project for installing Japanese language teaching equipment in Turkmen National Institute of World Languages named after Dovletmamed Azadi” under the “Grant Assistance for Grass-Roots Cultural Projects” Program […]
Церемония передачи медицинского оборудования Министерству здравоохранения и медицинской промышленности Туркменистана в рамках Грантового Проекта «Совершенствование системы здравоохранения Туркменистана посредством предоставления медицинского оборудования»
20 декабря 2021 г. Сегодня, 20 декабря 2021 года состоялась торжественная Церемония передачи первой партии медицинского оборудования японской компании «FUJIFILM», приобретённого в рамках Грантового проекта «Совершенствование системы здравоохранения Туркменистана посредством предоставления медицинского оборудования». В данной церемонии приняли участие Чрезвычайный и Полномочный Посол Японии в Туркменистане Е.П. г-н ЯМАМОТО Хироюки, и.о. Постоянного координатора ООН в Туркменистане, […]
Handover Ceremony of Medical Equipment to the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan under the Grant Project “Enhancing the Healthcare System of Turkmenistan through the Provision of Medical Equipment”
December 20, 2021. Today, on December 20, 2021 a solemn handover ceremony of the first batch of medical equipment of the Japanese company “FUJIFILM”, which was acquired under the Grant project entitled “Enhancing the Healthcare System of Turkmenistan through the Provision of Medical Equipment”, took place. The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Turkmenistan, […]
Important issues of Turkmen-Japanese cooperation have been discussed
On September2, 2021, President of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov received the head of the Japanese delegation, the State Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry of the country Ejima Kiyoshi, who came to Turkmenistan on a working visit. During the meeting the parties highly evaluated the level of the interrelations between the two countries in political-diplomatic, trade-economic, […]
Обсуждены приоритетные вопросы туркмено-японского сотрудничества
2 сентября 2021 года Президент Туркменистана Гурбангулы Бердымухамедов принял Государственного министра экономики, торговли и промышленности Японии Эджима Киёши, прибывшего в страну рабочим визитом во главе японской делегации. В ходе встречи дана высокая оценка взаимодействию двух стран в политико-дипломатической, торгово-экономической и культурно-гуманитарной сферах. Отмечен стратегический, устойчивый и долгосрочный характер сотрудничества Туркменистана и Японии. В этот же […]
Turkmen President in Telephone Conversation with Presidents of Kazakhstan, Afghanistan, Kyrgyzstan, Prime Minister of Japan
President Berdimuhamedov had separate telephone conversations with the presidents of Kazakhstan, Afghanistan, and Kyrgyzstan, and the prime minister of Japan. Phone conversation with President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan The presidents exchanged greetings on Eid al-Fitr (Oraza Bayram). They noted that the bilateral relations in all areas including political, trade-economy, and humanitarian spheres were growing satisfactorily. […]