The Korea Times hosted a roundtable titled "Future of Korea-Central Asia Economic Cooperation" at the Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) headquarters in Seoul, on Friday, 23 June. The meeting was aimed to discuss the potential synergy between Korea's technological prowess and Central Asia's resource wealth, which can open new opportunities for fruitful … [Read more...]
Newly appointed Ambassador of Korea to Turkmenistan preseneted copy of credentials at the Foreign Ministry
On June 9, 2023, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Vepa Hajiyev met with the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Turkmenistan Ji Kyu-Taek, during which copies of his credentials were accepted. Hajiyev congratulated the Ambassador and expressed hope that with his appointment our bilateral relations would take on a more dynamic form and would develop in … [Read more...]
Korea will foot the bill for feasibility study of Tajik section of TAT rail
Korea will bear the expenses for the preparation of the feasibility study for the construction of the Tajik section of Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Tajikistan railway line (TAT rail). This was reported by the Tajik news service Asia-Plus on 1 February 2023. The J. Balkhi - Dzhaihun - Nizhny Pyanj railway section inside Tajikistan will be about 50km in length. In addition, there … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan and the Speaker of the National Assembly of S.Korea discussed the issues of interstate cooperation
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Friday, 21 Jul 2023, Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea Kim Jin-pyo, who is in Turkmenistan on an official visit, TDH reports. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted that Turkmenistan highly appreciates the traditionally friendly relations with Korea and is ready to further develop them in all directions. In … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan received the new Ambassador of Korea
On Monday, 12 June, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the newly appointed Ambassador of South Korea to Turkmenistan Ji Kyu-taek, who presented credentials to the head of state. During the meeting, the dynamic nature of interstate partnership was emphasized both in the bilateral format and within the framework of international organizations, primarily the United … [Read more...]
Turkmen and Korean shipbuilders to jointly build two bulk carriers
The Turkmen Shipbuilding and Ship Repair Plant "Balkan" and the Korean company "Koryo Shipbuilding Industry Technology Co., Ltd." (KSIT) have signed a contract for the joint construction of two dry cargo vessels with a capacity of 6,100 tons. Highly qualified engineers from KSIT and local staff from the Balkan plant will work together on the project. As part of the deal, … [Read more...]
Turkmen Delegation wrapped up visit to Korea – DPM for energy and construction had a series of meeting with S.Korean business community
From 17 to 21 July 2023, the official delegation of Turkmenistan led by Deputy Prime Minister Baymyrat Annamammedov (energy, construction, industry) visited the Republic of Korea. The Embassy of Korea to Turkmenistan published a press release, summarizing the outcomes of the visit: Within the framework of the visit, the delegation consisted of the official … [Read more...]
Turkmen DPM for energy, construction and industry met with Korean PM in Seoul
On Monday, 17 July, Prime Minister Han Duck-Soo of Korea received Turkmenistan’s Deputy Prime Minister for Energy, Construction and Industry Baimurat Anamamedov, Yonhap News reports. Prime Minister Han welcomed the visit of DPM Anamamedov to Korea and said that this year marks the 15th anniversary of the establishment of bilateral partnership between the two countries, and … [Read more...]
Turkmen permanent representative to the UN met with Korean Deputy Foreign Minister
On June 5, 2023, at the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the UN, A. Ataeva, Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan to the UN, met with Mr. Yong min Park, Deputy Minister for Multilateral and Global Affairs of the Republic of Korea. During the meeting, a constructive exchange of views took place on the bilateral cooperation of Turkmenistan with the Republic of Korea, as … [Read more...]
Korea could be interested in financing Tajik section of Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Tajikistan Railway
Tajikistan is seeking foreign capital for the feasibility study of the J. Balkhi-Jayhun-Panji Poyon railway construction project, informs the ministry of transport of Tajikistan in its press release of 10 January 2023. A special study group of KOICA (Korea International Cooperation Agency) is visiting Tajikistan, 6-13 January 2023, to discuss the financing of the project … [Read more...]
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov preseneted partnership opportunities for Korean business in Turkmenistan
Issues of further development of the Turkmen-Korean trade and economic cooperation were discussed during a business meeting of chairman of Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov with the major Korean companies, which took place in Seoul on 29 November 2022. The representatives of Hyundai Engineering, Hyundai Corporation, Hyundai Motor, Export-Import Bank of Korea KEXIM, LX … [Read more...]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov discussed energy cooperation with the President of Korea
The energy and infrastructure cooperation between Korea and Turkmenistan has taken a key place on the agenda of the meeting of Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov with President of South Korea Yoon Suk Yeol in Seoul, on 29 November 2022. According to the administration of the Korean President, the meeting discussed prospects for the development of … [Read more...]
Central Asia and Korea are preparing for a cooperation forum
On Wednesday, 12 October, deputy foreign ministers of South Korea and Central Asian countries met online. The meeting was a preparatory event for the 15th session of the Cooperation Forum of Korea, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, which will be held on 25-26 October 2022 at the level of foreign ministers in Busan. During the meeting, … [Read more...]
Foreign Minister of Korea met with Central Asian ambassadors
Korean foreign minister Park Jin had a meeting with the Ambassadors of the five Central Asian countries to Korea on Wednesday, 22 June. He congratulated ambassadors of Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan on the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Korea and the Central Asian countries. Park Jin shared the … [Read more...]
Министр иностранных дел Туркменистана выступил в ходе 13-го Форума сотрудничества «Центральная Азия-Корея»
25 ноября 2020 года состоялся 13-ый Форум сотрудничества «Центральная Азия-Корея», в ходе которого было заслушано видеообращение Министра иностранных дел Туркменистана Р.Мередова. В рамках Форума также выступили Министр иностранных дел Республики Казахстан М.Тлеуберди, Первый заместитель министра иностранных дел Кыргызской Республики Н.Ниязалиев, Министр иностранных дел … [Read more...]
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan gave a speech at the 13th Central Asia-Korea Cooperation Forum
On November 25, 2020, the 13th Central Asia-Korea Cooperation Forum was held, during which the video statement of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan R.Meredov was heard. The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan M. Tleuberdi, the First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic N.Niyazaliev, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the … [Read more...]
Туркменистан выступает за сотрудничество по разрешению региональных и глобальных экологических проблем
В ходе своего выступления на 13-ом Форуме сотрудничества «Центральная Азия-Корея» в онлайн формате Министр иностранных дел Туркменистана изложил позицию Туркменистана по экологической тематике. Как известно экологическая безопасность является одним из ключевых векторов взаимодействия в рамках Форума сотрудничества «Центральная Азия-Корея». Туркменистан рассматривает … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan advocates cooperation in resolving regional and global environmental problems
During his speech at the 13th Central Asia-Korea Cooperation Forum in an online format, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan outlined the position of Turkmenistan on environmental issues. As is known, environmental safety is one of the key vectors of interaction within the framework of the Central Asia-Korea Cooperation Forum. Turkmenistan considers … [Read more...]
Turkmen cinema on the big screens of Seoul
Elvira Kadyrova The Turkmen feature film "At-Myrat" will be shown in Seoul, the capital of South Korea, during the Central Asian Cinema week starting on 10 September. The film "At-Myrat" directed by K.Annanov and V. Ishanguliyev debuted in Turkmenistan in March 2017. The film tells about the personal development of a teenager Merdan and his sincere endearment to the … [Read more...]
Korea successfully contains Covid-19
The Republic of Korea (South Korea) is winning the fight against Covid-19. It is a combined result of timely response, multifaceted effort and total dedication of the frontline healthcare professionals. It is a successful model of how to deal with the outbreak of an infectious disease. The worst is over and now Korea is ready to share its experience with the world. As of … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan hosts the Ministerial Forum “Central Asia-Republic of Korea”
Elvira Kadyrova On 16 October 2019, Nur-Sultan hosted the 12th session of the forum "Central Asia – Republic of Korea" The forum was attended by the foreign ministers of Kazakhstan Mukhtar Tleuberdi, Republic of Korea - Kang Kyung-wha, Kyrgyzstan - Chingiz Aidarbekov, Tajikistan - Sirojiddin Mukhriddin and Uzbekistan - Abdulaziz Kamilov. Turkmenistan was … [Read more...]
Korean embassy hosts reception to mark National Foundation Day of Korea
Ambassador Chin Ki-Hoon of Korea hosted a reception on Tuesday (8 October 2019) to mark the National Foundation Day of Korea. Here is the speech of the ambassador on the occasion: Honorable Chairman Niyazliyev, Turkmen Government Officials, Colleague Ambassadors and Diplomats, Korean citizens and ethnic Koreans, Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen. Good … [Read more...]
Exclusive – Interview with Ambassador of Korea in Turkmenistan
Ambassador Chin Ki-hoon of Korea recently spoke to nCa about the state and prospects of bilateral relations between Korea and Turkmenistan. Here is the transcript of his interview: nCa: Korea and Turkmenistan have always been close partners. What are the current processes and developments in bilateral relations? Ambassador Chin: Korea and Turkmenistan have developed … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan – changing dynamics of bilateral and multilateral partnership – Part 2
Tariq Saeedi On 18 April 2019, after touring the Kiyanly polymer plant at the Caspian shore, a mega project done by a consortium led by the Korean companies, President Moon Jae-in said, “The complex in Kiyanly is only the beginning of bilateral economic cooperation, the potential of which is not only great, it knows no limits.” “And, this potential lies not only in the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan – changing dynamics of bilateral and multilateral partnership – Part 1
Tariq Saeedi With the seven-year development for the period 2019-2025 decisively in motion, the economy of Turkmenistan has entered a new phase of development. The growth rate of GDP is projected to reach 8.2% by 2025. The share of industry would be 33.8% of the GDP, agriculture 8.9%, construction 11.5%, and services sector 45.8%. The concept of digital economy envisaged … [Read more...]
Breakthrough in Korean peninsula is great news for Central Asia
nCa Report The Korean people are no strangers to Central Asia. At the time of break-up of the Soviet Union there were more than half a million people of Korean descent were residing in Central Asia, mostly in Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan but in smaller numbers in Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan and Tajikistan. They were traditionally identified as Koryo Saram or Chosun Saram (people … [Read more...]
Пхенчхан-2018 – Зимние Олимпийские Игры в Южной Корее открываютв стране и Азии
Период Игр: Зимние Олимпийские игры 9-25 февраля 2018 (17 дней) Зимние паралимпийские игры: 9-18 марта 2018 (10 дней) Страсть к зимним играм! Пхенчхан-2018 станут лучшими играми со времени присоединения Южной Кореи к Олимпийскому движению. Отмечая 30-летие успешного проведения в 1988 году летних Олимпийских игр 1988 года, Пхенчхан-2018 … [Read more...]
PyeongChang 2018 opens up New Horizons in Korea & Asia
Games Period: Olympic Winter Games: 9-25, February 2018 (17 days) Paralympic Winter Games: 9-18, March 2018 (10 days) Passion for the Winter Games! PyeongChang 2018 will be the best Games with South Korea committed to the Olympic movement. Marking 30 years since the huge success of the Summer Olympic Games of 1988, PyeongChang 2018 wants to welcome the … [Read more...]
GB in Turkey to drum up support for investments, TAPI
Ashgabat, 7 August 2015 (nCa) --- President Berdymuhamedov completed Thursday his two-day official visit to Kyrgyzstan and traveled from Bishkek to Istanbul for a working trip to Turkey. In Istanbul, the president addressed a gathering of the top business leaders from Turkey, Japan and Korea, to bolster investment activity in Turkmenistan and drum up support for TAPI, a gas … [Read more...]
2012 Seoul Nuclear Security Summit – Message from Central Asia
nCa Commentary Ashgabat, 22 Mar—The second Nuclear Summit will be held 26-27 March 2012 in Seoul. The first summit took place in April 2010 in Washington DC. The Seoul summit where leaders from 53 countries and 4 international organizations are expected to gather will collectively represent the 80% of global population and 90% of world GDP. The 11-point Seoul Communique … [Read more...]