On October 14, 2024, the second parliamentary meeting in the Central Asia-Korea format took place in Ashgabat. The event was attended by: Woo Won Shik, Chairman of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea Dunyagozel Gulmanova, Chairman of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan Nurlanbek Shakiev, Chairman of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic Yerlan […]
Central Asian Parliaments Gather for Second Interparliamentary Forum in Uzbekistan
On September 12, 2024, the Second Interparliamentary Forum of Central Asian states kicked off in Khiva, Uzbekistan. Delegates from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, including representatives of youth parliaments and local governments, are participating in the two-day event. In her opening remarks, Tanzila Narbayeva, Chair of the Senate of the Oliy Majlis, emphasized that […]
Parliament of Turkmenistan has held a regular session – a number of laws adopted
On 13 July 2024, the sixth meeting of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan of the seventh convocation was held. At the meeting, the deputies discussed and adopted draft laws. In connection with the elections of deputies of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan on 7 July this year, a resolution of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan “On recognizing the […]
Russia welcomes Turkmenistan’s joining the Russia-Islamic World platform
On 20 May 2024, Turkmenistan’s Ambassador to the Russian Federation Esen Aydogdiyev met with Deputy Chairman of the Federation Council (upper house of Russian parliament) Konstantin Kosachev, the Turkmen diplomatic mission in Moscow reports. “Senators are interested in such meetings being held regularly and included in the work schedule. Contacts with diplomatic representatives facilitate interparliamentary […]
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 cooperation in fostering relations across […]
USAID completes Governance Support Program in Turkmenistan
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) marks completion of its Governance Support Program (GSP), implemented by Q2 Impact. Launched in 2015, the program collaborated with the Mejlis (Parliament) of Turkmenistan, the Academy of Civil Service of Turkmenistan, as well as over 40 government agencies, civil society organizations (CSOs), and private enterprises to strengthen […]
Chairperson of Parliament of Turkmenistan reports on preparation of new laws, other activities of parliament
The chairperson of the parliament, Ms. Gulmanova informed that working committees of the parliament were working on the drafts of a new edition of the Civil Code of Turkmenistan, the Law of Turkmenistan “On the Cultural Heritage of Magtymguly Fragi”, as well as making the necessary changes and additions to the Laws of Turkmenistan “On […]
Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Kazakhstan met with the head of the parliamentary Turkmen-Kazakh friendship group
Ambassador of Turkmenistan Batyr Rejepov met with the Head of the parliamentary Turkmen-Kazakh friendship group, member of the Committee of the Majilis of the Parliament of Kazakhstan on International Affairs, Defense and Security Izmukhambetov Baktykozha. During the meeting, the parties discussed a number of important issues on deepening Turkmen-Kazakh cooperation through the parliaments of the […]
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 […]
The Parliament of Turkmenistan hosted the Inaugural meeting of the parliament speakers of the Friends of Neutrality Group member-countries
On 15 February 2024, the first meeting of the heads of parliaments of the member countries of the Friends of Neutrality Group “The role of parliamentary cooperation in strengthening peace and dialogue” was held by the Mejlis of Turkmenistan in a hybrid format, the International Information Center of Turkmenistan reports. Welcoming the participants of 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’s Parliament Approves State Budget for 2024
On Saturday, 25 November, the Mejlis of Turkmenistan’s seventh convocation convened for its fourth meeting, where the Law “On the State Budget of Turkmenistan for 2024” was unanimously adopted. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov provided a thorough analysis and offered specific recommendations regarding the bill, which guided the Mejlis’ deliberations. The approved budget prioritizes social welfare and […]
Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan Hail Successful Development of Strategic Ties
The Chairperson of the Mejlis (Parliament) of Turkmenistan, Dunyagozel Gulmanova, received the Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to Turkmenistan, Gismat Gozalov, Azertac reports. During the meeting, Gulmanova congratulated Gozalov on his appointment as ambassador and wished him success in his future activities. Gulmanova said that the friendly and fraternal relations between Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan […]
The parliamentary delegation of Turkmenistan is on a visit to Korea
On 17-19 September 2023, a delegation led by the Chairman of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan Dunyagozel Gulmanova is on a working visit to Korea. The purpose of the visit is to participate in the First Meeting of Speakers of Parliaments “Central Asia – Republic of Korea”. On 17 September 2023, upon arrival at Incheon International […]
Leadership of Turkmenistan receives OSCE Secretary General – Arkadag city and Turkmenbashi Port awarded certificates
President of Turkmenistan received the OSCE Secretary General – Arkadag city and Turkmenbashi Port awarded certificates President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received on Thursday, 1 June, OSCE Secretary General Ms. Helga Schmid. During the meeting, Ms.Helga Schmid handed the President of Turkmenistan a certificate of accession of the city of Arkadag to the project “Development of sustainable, […]
New Parliament in Turkmenistan held its first meeting – Democratic Party won the majority of seats – Speaker of the Mejlis elected
nCa Report On Thursday, 6 April 2023, the first meeting of the Mejlis (Parliament) of Turkmenistan of the seventh convocation was held with the participation of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov. Chairman of the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums in Turkmenistan G.Myradov opened a meeting with report on the results of the elections held on 26 […]
Results of parliamentary elections in Turkmenistan can be expected in 3-4 days – CEC
The chairman of the election commission commission of Turkmenistan, Gulmurat Muradov told the media on 27 March 2023 that the results of the parliamentary election held yesterday could be expected within three or four days. Addressing the packed room of journalists, Muradov said that counting of the votes had started immediately after the closing of […]
Early voting on parliamentary elections started in Turkmenistan
The early voting for the elections of deputies of the parliament, members of the provincial, city and district people’s councils and village councils started on 16 March 2023 in all electoral districts, TDH reports. Citizens traveling on long trips or vacations can vote early, as well as for those who, for one reason or another, […]
Turkmenistan reverts to unicameral system of parliament – Joint session of parliament on 21 January 2023 will lead to merger of both chambers
nCa Report In a move that will give complete makeover to the legislative base, Turkmenistan has decided to switch back to the unicameral system of parliament. However, it will be quite different from the past. As is known, a couple of years ago Turkmenistan adopted the bicameral system of parliament. The parliament currently in seat, […]
President Berdimuhamedov makes annual address to the parliament
nCa Report The president of Turkmenistan traditionally makes two important speeches at the start of the year, one at the expanded session of the cabinet of ministers and the other at the parliament. Together, these speeches serve as report card for the previous year and roadmap for the current year. On 25 February 2021, President […]
MEJLIS OF TURKMENISTAN ADOPTED THE RESOLUTIONS ON JOINING A NUMBER OF INTERNATIONAL DOCUMENTS
On August 22, 2020, the tenth meeting of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan of sixth convocation took place in the format of a videoconference. The heads of profile ministries and departments of the country, as well as the representatives of the mass media participated to the session. During the session, the drafts Resolutions of the Mejlis […]
МЕДЖЛИС ТУРКМЕНИСТАНА ПРИНЯЛ ПОСТАНОВЛЕНИЯ О ПРИСОЕДИНЕНИИ К РЯДУ МЕЖДУНАРОДНЫХ ДОКУМЕНТОВ
22 августа 2020 года в формате видеоконференцсвязи состоялось десятое заседание шестого созыва Меджлиса Туркменистана. На заседании приняли участие руководители профильных министерств и ведомств страны, также представители средств массовой информации. В ходе собрания были рассмотрены проекты Постановлений Меджлиса Туркменистана о принятии ряда законов и присоединении к ряду значимых международно-правовых документов, а также на модернизацию законодательной базы […]
Turkmenistan ready for bicameral system of parliament – amendments to Constitution unveiled
nCa Report Turkmenistan is at the threshold of switching to the bicameral system of parliament. The draft law that will incorporate the necessary amendments/additions to the Constitution of Turkmenistan was unveiled in a meeting of the Constitutional Commission chaired by President Berdimuhamedov through the video link on Wednesday (19 August 2020). The elaborate process that […]
Three parties elected to the Parliament of Kazakhstan
Nur Otan party, representing the current Kazakhstan’s government, won the parliamentary elections with a considerable majority of votes. Ak Jol party, supporting small and medium business, competed with Nur Otan. The third party that entered parliament is the Communist People’s Party of Kazakhstan. The results were the following: Nur Otan gained almost 81% of the […]