The Qatar Equestrian Federation (QEF) and the Aba Annaev International Horse Breeding Academy of Turkmenistan have signed a cooperation agreement, the Qatar News Agency (QNA) reports. The document was signed by the President of the QEF, Bader bin Mohammed Al Darwish, and the Rector of the Academy, Pygy Bayramdurdyev. The agreement provides for the exchange of expertise … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan–Qatar: Steering Toward Strategic Scientific and Educational Partnership
On 27 January 2026, a meeting was held between the Minister of Education of Turkmenistan, J. Gurbangeldyev, and a delegation from the State of Qatar, led by Dr. Salem Nasser Al-Naemi, President of the University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST). According to the Ministry of Education, the visit included the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on scientific and … [Read more...]
National Day of Qatar celebrated in Ashgabat
The Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Turkmenistan Nasser Ahmed Mohammed Al-Taher hosted a celebration on Monday, 15 December 2025, to mark the National Day of Qatar. Minister for Trade of Foreign Economic Relations Nazar Agahanov attended the reception as a guest of honor from Turkmenistan government. In his speech, the Ambassador noted the role of the founder of … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan-Qatar Relations
nCa Report Key Points on Turkmenistan-Qatar Relations Historical and Diplomatic Overview Turkmenistan and Qatar, both energy-rich nations, have built ties based on mutual interests in natural gas and regional stability. The relationship has evolved steadily since independence-era engagements. Key Exchanges and Outcomes Visits at presidential and ministerial … [Read more...]
Vice-President of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation held a series of meetings in Doha to develop humanitarian cooperation between Turkmenistan and Qatar
As part of a working visit to Doha, Qatar, Oguljahan Atabayeva, Vice-President for Medical Activities of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Supporting Children in Need of Guardianship, held a number of meetings. Meeting with the Minister of State for International Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar During the meeting, … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Qatar Strengthen Strategic Partnership: Outcomes of the Third Intergovernmental Commission Meeting in Doha
On 26 - 27 November, 2025, the third meeting of the Intergovernmental Turkmen-Qatari Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation was held in Doha, State of Qatar. Heads and representatives of various government agencies and business circles of two countries participated in the meeting. The session was co-chaired by Turkmenistan’s Minister of Trade and Foreign Economic … [Read more...]
Newly appointed Ambassador of Qatar presents credentials to President of Turkmenistan
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the newly appointed Ambassador of Qatar to Turkmenistan, Nasser bin Ahmed Al Taher, who presented his credentials to the head of state, the Turkmenistan State News Agency (TDH) reports. During the meeting, the diplomat emphasized that Qatar highly values its friendly relations with Turkmenistan. Taking the opportunity, the Ambassador … [Read more...]
The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the State of Qatar presented copies of his credentials
On 13 November 2025, a meeting took place at the MFA of Turkmenistan between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the State of Qatar to Turkmenistan Nasser bin Ahmed Al-Taher. At the beginning of the meeting, the Ambassador of the State of Qatar presented copies of his … [Read more...]
Qatar-Kazakhstan Energy Partnership: Major Gas Infrastructure Projects Move Forward
nCa Report A Qatar-based investor has finalized agreements with Kazakhstan's national gas company and government to undertake seven major energy projects, including a second natural gas pipeline that will boost exports to China and supply gas to energy-deficient regions across the Central Asian country. UCC Holding, a subsidiary of Qatar's Power International Holding, … [Read more...]
Emir of Qatar expressed gratitude to the leadership of Turkmenistan for support
On 15 September 2025, in Doha, Turkmenistan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, R. Meredov, was received by the Emir of the State of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. During the meeting, the Emir of Qatar conveyed his greetings and deep respect to the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, and to the … [Read more...]
Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan Visited Qatar
On 14-15 September 2025, Turkmenistan’s Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov is in Doha, State of Qatar, to participate in an extraordinary meeting of foreign ministers of the member states of the League of Arab States and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, as well as an emergency Arab-Islamic summit. As is known, Turkmenistan has expressed its official position … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan condemns Israel’s strikes on Doha
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan issued the following Statement: “Turkmenistan condemns strikes by the State of Israel on a residential area in Doha and considers such actions as an encroachment on the sovereignty of the State of Qatar and a gross violation of international law. The use of force or the threat of its use as a means of resolving any … [Read more...]
Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan meets Emir of Qatar, Regional Security and TAPI discussed with Qatar Prime Minister
On 16 March 2025, in Doha, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, met with the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. During the meeting, Meredov conveyed greetings from President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and National Leader … [Read more...]
The National Leader of Turkmenistan and the Emir of Qatar discussed the prospects of bilateral cooperation
On Monday, 3 March, a telephone conversation took place between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and the Emir of the State of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. At the beginning of the conversation, the parties exchanged congratulations on the occasion of the beginning of the holy month … [Read more...]
Qatar Chamber hosts trade delegation from Turkmenistan
Qatar Chamber has hosted a trade delegation from the Republic of Turkmenistan, led by Kemal Kutlyyev, the head of the Turkmenistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Foreign Economic Analytics & Information Department. Qatar Chamber acting general manager Ali Saeed Bu Sharbak al-Mansouri received the delegation, which included representatives from 10 Turkmen companies … [Read more...]
The visit of the delegation of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan to Qatar aimed at strengthening inter-parliamentary ties
On 25-26 February 2025, representatives of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan paid a working visit to Doha, Qatar, to participate in a meeting of the Turkmen-Qatari interparliamentary friendship group. On the first day of the visit, a meeting was held at the media center with Jaber Salem Al-Harami, editor-in-chief of Al Sharq newspaper. During the conversation, it was … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Qatar expand cooperation in the field of diplomatic education
On 10 December 2024, a meeting of representatives of Turkmenistan and Qatar was held in Ashgabat, dedicated to strengthening cooperation in the field of diplomatic training. The meeting was held at the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. The Turkmen side was headed by the Minister of Education Jumamurad Gurbangeldiyev. The delegation also included Ambassador of … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan – Qatar: on the path of successful cooperation
Hamad Bin Rashid Alathba, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the State of Qatar to Turkmenistan. This year marks the 28th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the State of Qatar and Turkmenistan. This significant event, which took place on 22 November 1996, marked the beginning of official contacts between our friendly countries, while … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Qatar held consultations on the Roadmap for cooperation in the field of education
On 23 September 2024, an online conference was held between the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan and the Ministry of Education and Higher Education of Qatar, where the roadmap for cooperation in the field of education between the two countries was discussed, the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan reports. The Turkmen side was represented at the meeting by Deputy … [Read more...]
Ambassador of Turkmenistan met with the Director General of the Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the State of Qatar, Myratgeldy Seyitmammedov, met with the Director General of the Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Ali Saeed Bu Sharbak Al Mansori. The parties discussed the prospects for the development of bilateral trade and economic cooperation, as well as the importance of establishing partnerships in such areas as the food … [Read more...]
The National Leader of the Turkmen people attended the SCO summit in Astana
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit convened in Astana, Kazakhstan, on July 4, 2024. It comprised two key events: a meeting of the heads of the SCO member states and a meeting in the SCO plus format. The meeting of the SCO's supreme body, the Council of Heads of Member States, which was chaired by President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, was attended by … [Read more...]
Qatar joined the Group of Friends of Sustainable Transport
State of Qatar announced its accession to the Group of Friends of Sustainable Transport, established on July 6, 2022, at the initiative of Turkmenistan. The first Ministerial meeting of the Group was convened at the United Nations Headquarters in New York on 16 April 2024. General Information The Group of Friends of Sustainable Transport (GFST) was launched on July 6, … [Read more...]
Turkmen-Qatari Political Consultations took place in Doha
On 3 June 2024, political consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and Qatar took place in Doha. The Turkmen delegation was headed by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Akhmet Gurbanov, and the Qatari delegation was headed by Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi. During the consultations, the two … [Read more...]
Qatar hosted 3rd Arab-Central Asia Economic Forum
The 3rd session of the Arab Economic and Cooperation Forum with the countries of Central Asia and the Republic of Azerbaijan was held in Doha, Qatar on 29-30 April 2024. Turkmenistan was represented by Deputy Minister of Finance and Economy B. Yalakov. Welcoming the forum, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi emphasized that both … [Read more...]
2nd Ministerial Meeting of the “GCC + Central Asia” Strategic Dialogue adopted a Joint Statement – Samarkand to host the Dialogue’s next Summit
On 15 April 2024, Tashkent, hosted the Second Ministerial Meeting of the Strategic Dialogue “Cooperation Council of the Arab States of the Gulf - Central Asia” (GCC + Central Asia), chaired by the foreign minister of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Saidov. The forum was attended by: Bahrain – Foreign minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al-Zayani Kazakhstan - Deputy Minister of … [Read more...]
Embassy of Qatar hosts Iftar Dinner in Ashgabat
Ghanem bin Abdullah AL-REMAIHI, the Chargé d'affaires of Qatar hosted an Iftar Dinner at the premises of the embassy in Ashgabat on 6 April 2024. The guests included the heads and members of the diplomatic missions of the Muslim countries based in Ashgabat, the international organizations, business leaders, and close friends of Qatar. The Chief Mufti of Turkmenistan led … [Read more...]
Education Minister of Turkmenistan is on visit to Qatar
On 25-28 February 2024, a delegation headed by the Minister of Education of Turkmenistan Bayramgul Orazdurdyeva is on a working visit to Doha, Qatar, foreign ministry of Turkmenistan reports. On the first day of the visit, the delegation of Turkmenistan was welcomed by Qatar State Minister of Education and Higher Education Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi. During the … [Read more...]
Central Asia experiences a turning point, says President of Kazakhstan
Central Asia is experiencing a turning point in its history, and the region's political and economic contacts have noticeably intensified, believes the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. "We are forming a new image of Central Asia, a region that has played an important role in the development of civilizations since ancient times, and also opens up unique … [Read more...]
Tokayev’s first state visit to Qatar – Kazakhstan and Qatar inked 9 agreements and commercial deals worth $ 18 billion
On 13-14 February 2024, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev made his first state visit to Qatar. In Doha, the head of Kazakhstan met with Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, as well as with the Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani. Tokayev also had a series of meetings with representatives of Qatari business, took part … [Read more...]
Tajikistan invites Qatari investors to develop promising sectors of the economy
Unlocking the potential of trade and economic relations through investment and industrial development was one of the key topics of the recent state visit of President Emomali Rahmon of Tajikistan to Qatar. On 22 January 2024, Rahmon held summit talks with the Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim ibn Hamad Al-Thani, in Doha. During the meeting, the Tajik leader voiced several proposals … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Ready to Further Strengthen Ties with Qatar
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and the National Leader of the Turkmen People Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov sent their congratulations to the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on the occasion of the National Day of the State of Qatar. The President of Turkmenistan, noting the high results that Qatar has achieved in strengthening its state system, declared … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Pavilion Opens at International Horticultural Exhibition in Qatar
A delegation led by the head of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan M. Gurdov is taking part in the international horticultural exhibition “Expo 2023”, which opened in the Qatar capital Doha on 2 October 2023. The National Pavilion of Turkmenistan was opened at the exhibition, which is held under the motto “Green Desert, Better Environment.” The pavilion is … [Read more...]
Astana to host USA+CA session on Afghanistan
Thomas West, the US Special Representative for Afghanistan, and Rina Amiri, the Special Envoy for Afghan Women, Girls, and Human Rights, will travel to Astana, Kazakhstan, and Doha, Qatar, from July 26 to 31, says US State Department. In Astana, they will meet with their counterparts from Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan for a C5+1 … [Read more...]
First GCC-Central Asia Summit: Outcomes – Joint Investment Forum will be held until the end of 2023 – Uzbekistan to host next summit in 2025
Elvira Kadyrova On 19 July 2023, the first Summit of the Heads of State of the Cooperation Council of the Arab States of the Gulf and Central Asian countries was held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The summit, chaired by Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, was attended by: • President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev • … [Read more...]
Iran declares its gas hub ambitions – partnership with Turkmenistan, Russia and Turkmenistan is in focus
Elvira Kadyrova Iran is developing plans to turn the country into a gas hub of the Middle East through cooperation with Qatar, Russia and Turkmenistan. This was announced on Wednesday by Iranian Oil Minister Javad Owji. “Through cooperation with Russia, Turkmenistan and Qatar, we are trying to have a gas hub in the Asaluyeh [port] in the Persian Gulf region, with … [Read more...]
Iraq to Import Turkmen Gas Through Iran in Swap Deal
The delegation of Iraq headed by Deputy Minister of Energy of the country Adil Karim Kak Ahmed and Deputy Minister of Oil Izzat Saber Esmail held talks with the State Concern "Turkmengaz" in Ashgabat on Thursday, 24 August. The purpose of the meeting was to hold consultations on the purchase of Turkmen natural gas by Iraq under the swap scheme through Iran, the newspaper of … [Read more...]
Iraqi government forms committee to deal with gas imports plans from Turkmenistan and Qatar
The Iraqi Ministry of Electricity has confirmed that it has formed a joint committee to discuss importing gas from Qatar and Turkmenistan, Iraqi News reports. The committee includes officials from the Ministry of Oil and the Ministry of Electricity and is aimed to arrange gas imports from Turkmenistan and Qatar. The committee’s delegations will visit both countries to … [Read more...]
Sheikh Faisal bin Nasser bin Hamad Al-Thani of Qatar meets National leader of Turkmenistan, invites him for visit to Qatar
The national leader of Turkmenistan and the chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov had a meeting in Ashgabat on 20 February 2023 with Sheikh Faisal bin Nasser bin Hamad Al-Thani, a member of the royal family of Qatar. The sides agreed that the Turkmen-Qatari cooperation was developing in the fields of energy, transport and communications, industry, … [Read more...]
Qatar and Turkmenistan Look to Exchange Expertise in Horse Breeding
On Friday, 1 September, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with the Secretary General of the Qatar Equestrian Federation Sheikh Ahmad bin Nooh Al-Thani. Ahmad bin Nooh Al-Thani arrived in Turkmenistan to present the Aba Annayev International Academy of Horse Breeding in Arkadag with an … [Read more...]
Turkmen Ambassador Presents Credentials to Emir of Qatar
On August 17, 2023, the ceremony of presenting credentials by Ambassador M.Seyitmammedov to the Emir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani as the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Qatar was held in the Palace of the Emir of the State of Qatar. In the framework of ceremony, the Ambassador conveyed warm greetings and best wishes to … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Joins Meeting of EXPO 2023 Doha Participating Countries
The International Horticulture Exhibition EXPO-2023 Doha will be held in the capital of Qatar from 2 October 2023 to 28 March 2024 under the slogan "Green desert, Better environment". On 10-11 September, the international council on protocol and organizational issues of this exhibition was convened, the Turkmenistan’s Embassy to Qatar reports. According to Qatari media … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan to take part in the International Horticultural Exhibition “Expo-2023 Doha”
On July 17-21, 2023, the delegation of Turkmenistan headed by the Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Mergen Gurdov was on a working visit to Doha, Qatar, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Qatar reports. During the visit, issues of Turkmenistan's participation in the International Exhibition Expo-2023 Doha, which will be held in Qatar from October 2, 2023 to March … [Read more...]
Turkmen chief diplomat took part in the first GCC-Central Asia dialogue – Cooperation between Turkmenistan and the Gulf countries discussed
The minister of foreign affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov took part in the inaugural Ministerial Meeting of the GCC-Central Asia Strategic Dialogue, which was held in Riyadh on 7 September 2022. During his remarks the minister noted that this meeting is considered by Turkmenistan as the first important step towards creating a full-scale format of interaction between the … [Read more...]
Afghanistan: Why the Taliban takeover was so fast and bloodless – what next now
Tariq Saeedi and Elvira Kadyrova Everyone is in disbelief at the speed at which the Taliban took control of Kabul. How? Just how? --- The short answer: They found the path of least resistance. Here is the somewhat longer, though still incomplete, answer. The conditions were ripe Ghost army, ghost police The official figures put the strength of the Afghan … [Read more...]
National Day of Qatar celebrated in Turkmenistan
The embassy of Qatar in Ashgabat hosted a reception on Tuesday to mark the National Day for the accession of Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed bin Thani, the founder of the State of Qatar. Here is the speech of Ambassador Mubarak A,. Rahman ALNASR on the occasion: Bismillahir-Rahmanir-Rahim (In the Name of Allah, the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful) Your Excellency, Mr. … [Read more...]
Ambassador of Qatar hosts reception on completion of his tenure in Turkmenistan
Ambassador Khalifa Bin Ahmed Mohammed Al-Suwaidi hosted a reception on Monday on the completion of his tenure in Turkmenistan. Here is the text of his speech: Good evening, Your Excellency, dear Mr. Vepa Hajiyev, Your Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen! Dear guests! It is a great honor for me to welcome you today and express my gratitude for participating in a farewell … [Read more...]