On 28 June 2025, the ninth session of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan of the seventh convocation took place, marking a significant milestone in the development of the country’s legislative system. During the session, several draft laws, developed in line with the priorities of state policy, were reviewed and adopted. The session was attended by representatives of relevant … [Read more...]
The Parliament of Turkmenistan adopts a number of new laws
On 12 April, the eighth session of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan of the seventh convocation was held. The Parliament approved the following laws and amendments to the existing legislation: The Law of Turkmenistan "On the Court" (new edition). This law introduces a new section on family judges. The purpose of this addition is to increase the importance of family justice in … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan enhances legal protection of motherhood and childhood
Ramilya Delmuhametova In Turkmenistan, one of the tasks of domestic policy on improving the living standards of the people is implemented through the development of legislation in order to improve the social situation of all segments of the population. One of the manifestations of the leadership's concern for the welfare of the people is the adoption of the Law of … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan adopts law on dog breeding and cynological activities
Ramilya Delmuhametova In recent years, Turkmenistan has done a lot of work to preserve the genetic fund of the Turkmen shepherd dogs. The next step to protect this breed of dogs has been taken with the signing of the Law of Turkmenistan "On dog breeding and cynological activities" on 24 July 2022 by the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. It defines the legal, … [Read more...]
What rights do foreigners have in Turkmenistan?
Ramilya Delmuhametova On 13 November 2021, a new Law of Turkmenistan "On the legal status of foreign citizens" was adopted. This law defines the legal status of foreign citizens, stateless persons in Turkmenistan, and also regulates relations in connection with their stay and implementation of employment, business or other activities on the territory of … [Read more...]