Russia is interested in the sustainable development of the Caspian Sea and the full-scale implementation of its economic and transport and logistics potential to the benefit of all coastal countries (Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Iran, and Kazakhstan). This follows from the statement by Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko at the VIII Caspian Media Forum in Astrakhan. […]
Uzbekistan – Russia: overview of trade and economic cooperation
On 18 September 2023, the 4th meeting of the Joint Commission at the level of the heads of government of Russia and Uzbekistan took place in Moscow. Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin said at the meeting: “For us, Uzbekistan is one of the leading economic partners in the Central Asian region. Russia, in turn, occupies […]
Turkmenistan and Russia Discuss Draft Customs Agreements
On 18 September 2023, a delegation from the Federal Customs Service of the Russian Federation arrived in Ashgabat for a two-day visit, according to the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan. The two sides held a meeting of the joint working group to discuss priority areas of cooperation. In particular, they discussed: A draft agreement on […]
North-South Corridor: Russia-Turkmenistan Cargo Transportation Up 57%
Transportation on the railway network between Russia and Turkmenistan on the eastern route of the International North-South Transport Corridor in January – August 2023 increased by 57% compared to the same period in 2022, reports TASS with reference to Dmitry Murev, General Director of JSC “Russian Railways Logistics”, daughter of “Russian Railways”. “In 2023, there […]
Turkmenistan may become a transit corridor for Uzbekistan to transport goods to Russia
Russia and Uzbekistan are exploring the possibility of organizing export-import cargo transportation along the multimodal route Uzbekistan–Turkmenistan–Caspian Sea–Russia and back. This was discussed at the meeting of the Minister of Transport of Uzbekistan Ilkhom Makhkamov with the State Secretary – Deputy Minister of Transport of the Russian Federation D. Zverev. Issues of bilateral cooperation in […]
Arkadag city and St. Petersburg establish direct cooperation
The delegation of St. Petersburg headed by the governor of the city Alexander Beglov visited the new city of Arkadag and met with mayor of Arkadag Shamukhammet Durdylyev. The heads of St. Petersburg and Arkadag signed an agreement between the Mayor of Arkadag and the Government of St. Petersburg on cooperation in trade, economic, scientific, […]
Governor of St. Petersburg offers to promote Turkmen products on the Russian market
As part of the official visit of the St. Petersburg’s delegation, on Monday, 11 September, Governor Alexander Beglov met with Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, foreign minister Rashid Meredov, the administration of St. Petersburg reports. “The Government of St. Petersburg highly appreciates the partnership with Turkmenistan. Their development remains one of […]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov and Governor of St.Petersburg Discuss Ways to Strengthen Turkmen-Russian Cultural Ties
Cooperation between St. Petersburg and Turkmenistan has reached a high and trusting level, said Governor Alexander Beglov during the meeting with the national leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, the press service of the administration of St. Petersburg reports. The meeting took place today, on 11 September, […]
Governor of St. Petersburg Visits Ashgabat – Meetings with the leadership of Turkmenistan to take place – Arkadag city and St. Petersburg to ink cooperation agreement
Governor Alexander Beglov, leading an official delegation of the Government of St. Petersburg, arrived in Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan, on Sunday, 10 September, according to the St. Petersburg administration. Beglov will meet with President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov in Ashgabat. The side will discuss issues of cooperation in the economic, humanitarian and social spheres, […]
Turkmenistan’s Strategic Sea Port May Facilitate Russian Wheat Exports to the Persian Gulf
Turkmenistan and Russia are discussing the transportation of grain from the southern regions of the Russian Federation in transit through the seaport of Turkmenbashi to the Persian Gulf countries and other regions, says the Agency of Marine and River Transport of Turkmenistan “Turkmendenizderyaellary” on its official website. The Turkmenbashi International Seaport has 14 modern grain […]
Turkmenistan and Saratov Region of Russia Explore Cooperation Opportunities
Consul General of Turkmenistan in Kazan, Russian Federation, Guich Garayev, headed by a Turkmen delegation, is visiting Saratov as part of the 2nd All-Russian Games “Smart City. Live sports.” On 7 September, the delegation took part in the grand opening of the “Road Show: My Country”, the plenary session “Smart City Project – a driver […]
Samara Region of Russia to present its business potential in Turkmenistan
The prospects of cooperation between the Samara region of the Russian Federation and Turkmenistan became the main topic of the visit of the Turkmen delegation headed by Consul General in Kazan Guich Garayev to Samara. On 5 September, Garayev held a series of meetings in Samara, including with the head of the structural unit of […]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov calls for stronger ties between Russian and Turkmen horse breeders
On Friday, 1 September, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with the President of the Eurasian Equestrian Association Marina Sechina. Sechina stressed that it is a great honor for her to present an Honorary Certificate of the Eurasian Equestrian Association to the Aba Annayev […]
There is a full understanding between Russia and Central Asia in the energy sector, says Lavrov
There is a full understanding in the framework of cooperation between Russia and Central Asia in the energy sector, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Friday, 1 September, at a meeting with first-year students of Moscow State Institute for International relations, on the occasion of the beginning of the academic year. The chief Russian […]
Magtymguly’s Life and Legacy Explored in New Documentary filmed in Russia
The filming team of the Turkmenfilm studio visited the Astrakhan region of Russia to shoot a documentary about the great poet and thinker Magtymguly, says the regional ministry of external relations. One of the key locations for filming in the Astrakhan region is the school named after Magtymguly in the village of Funtovo. The school […]
New Cruise Ship for Caspian Sea Tourism to be Launched in 2024
The development of cruise tourism in the Caspian Sea will reach a new level with the launch of the Peter the Great liner, which is currently being completed in Astrakhan, Russia, and will be tested on rivers and sea spaces until the end of the year. The vessel will be put into operation in 2024 […]
Kazakhstan and Russia ink hydrocarbon deals worth $8 billion
Kazakhstan and Russia have signed contracts worth more than $8 billion for the exploration of complex hydrocarbon deposits. This was announced by the Petrol Council of Kazakhstan with reference to the country’s Energy Minister Almasadam Satkaliev. One of the contracts was signed between the national operator of the oil and gas industry of Kazakhstan “KazMunayGas” […]
First cargo train from Russia went to Saudi Arabia along the North-South corridor via Central Asia
The first freight train left Russia for Saudi Arabia via the North-South international transport corridor, transiting through Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Iran. Shahriar Shahriari, Director General of the Customs Department of the Iranian province of Golestan, said in an interview with the local press that the first freight train from Russia crossed into Iran through the […]
Turkmenistan sends 40 tons of humanitarian aid to the Russian region affected by floods – Turkmen Ambassador visited Vladivostok
The humanitarian relief from Turkmenistan will arrive in the Primorsky Krai of the Russian Federation on Friday, 25 August, the region’s government said in a press release. 40 tons of humanitarian aid to the flood-affected region includes children’s clothing, shoes, sleeping accessories. The corresponding order was adopted by the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. On […]
Transport and Tourism: the key to boost cooperation between Turkmenistan and Astrakhan region
On Wednesday, 23 August 2023, the head of the Balkan region of Turkmenistan met via videoconference with the governor of the Astrakhan region of Russia Igor Babushkin. During the meeting, the parties discussed promising areas of cooperation, says the press service of the Ministry of External Relations of the Astrakhan region. The meeting was attended […]
Turkmen Film Crew to Shoot Film About Magtymguly in Astrakhan
Next week, a film group from Ashgabat will arrive in Astrakhan, which will take part in shooting a film about Magtymguly poet. This was announced by the Minister of External Relations of the Astrakhan region Vladimir Golovkov at a meeting with the head of the Department of International Relations of the Ministry of Culture of […]
The Russian sausage producer opens the Turkmen market
Abi, a leading manufacturer of convenient and easy-to-prepare food products in Russia, announces the start of exporting products of its brands to Turkmenistan. In August, the company exported its first batch of 16 tons of sausage products under the brands Vyazanka, Starodvorye (including the Dugushka line), and Bavarushka to Turkmenistan. Thanks to cooperation with leading […]
Caspian countries discuss preparations for the foreign ministers’ meeting
On 18 August, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov hosted a meeting in Moscow with the ambassadors of Azerbaijan, Iran, Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan dedicated to the International Day of the Caspian Sea, the Russian Foreign Ministry says. An interested exchange of views took place on a wide range of issues of multifaceted cooperation in the Caspian […]
Tariff Decreases Make North-South Corridor a More attractive Trade Route
Russian Railways Logistics is continuously working to reduce transit time of transportation on the routes of the North-South international transport corridor and pays special attention to the issue of reducing the cost of delivery. The statement came from the the Director of container transportation of JSC “Russian Railways Logistics” Alexander Sivertsev. The company marks a […]
Caspian Conference starts in Avaza — Turkmenistan voices concerns about ecological, environmental issues of Caspian Sea
Today, on August 12, 2023, the scientific and practical conference “The Caspian Sea – the Sea of Peace and Friendship”, dedicated to the Day of the Caspian Sea, opened in a hybrid format in the Avaza National Tourist Zone. The representative forum is attended by the Chairman of the Mejlis, members of the Cabinet of […]
Official Position of Turkmenistan on Gas Unions and Alliances
Turkmenistan, being an active participant in international energy cooperation, pays great attention to the development of cooperation in the oil and gas sector with various states based on the principles of equal and mutually beneficial partnership, the State News Agency of Turkmenistan (TDH) reports. As is known, our country has repeatedly come up with initiatives […]
Polypropylene terminal of the Turkmenbashi seaport delivered cargo to Russia and Turkey
Chemical products of the oil and gas industry, which are in great demand on the world market, are exported through the polypropylene terminal of the Turkmenbashi International Seaport, located on the Turkmen coast of the Caspian Sea, with a capacity of 120,000 tons per year. According to the Turkmenbashi Seaport, 749.9 tons of high-quality coke […]
Afghanistan offers Kazakhstan and Russia to take part in construction of Trans-Afghan railway
Afghanistan has offered Russia and Kazakhstan to participate in the construction of the Trans-Afghan railway line. This was reported by the Khaama Press of Afghanistan on 5 August 2023. According to the Khaama report, the acting minister of commerce and industry of Afghanistan, Nooruddin Azizi told the media in Astana, where he was leading the […]
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: […]
Turkish contractors have fulfilled $50.9 billion worth construction projects in Turkmenistan
Turkish contractors were awarded a total of 110 projects worth $7.5 billion abroad in the first six months this year, Hurriyet Daily News says with reference with the Trade Ministry of Turkiye. This marked a 63 % growth year-on-year basis. Between 1972 and June 2023, Turkish contractors have undertaken a total of 11,758 projects in […]
SCO Summit adopted New Delhi Declaration – Key Points
SCO confirms commitment to formation of a more representative, democratic, just and multipolar world with a central coordinating role of the UN. The Member States reaffirm that the SCO is not directed against other states and international organizations and is open to broad cooperation with them. SCO pursues a policy that excludes bloc, ideological and […]
Uzbekistan: President Mirziyoyev proposed to adopt the SCO Code of Good Neighborliness, Trust and Cross-Border Partnership
In his speech at online SCO Summit on 4 July 2023, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev assessed the cardinal changes taking place in the system of international relations – the intensification of geopolitical tensions and escalation of conflicts, the emergence of new risks and threats to global stability and sustainable development, the growing challenges in […]
Russia is increasing trade and economic ties with the SCO countries
Russia intends to further deepen ties with members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, and these ties are becoming stronger and more multifaceted, President Vladimir Putin said during his remarks at SCO Summit on 4 July 2023. Last year, Russia’s trade with the SCO member states increased by more than a third – 37%, reaching a […]
President of Tajikistan proposes to develop a Concept for the expansion of the SCO
During his speech at SCO Summit on 4 July 2023, the President Emomali Rahmon stressed the importance of further promoting cooperation within the SCO on the basis of coordinated actions and principles of mutual respect. The President of Tajikistan noted that the increasing attention of the world community to the SCO, embodying the unique interconnectedness […]
Pakistan: SCO can play the role of beacon of peace
Speech of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan at virtual SCO Summit on 4 July 2023 [Paraphrased Excerpts] The SCO represents a promising future only if we seize the opportunity to achieve the shared goals for the region’s peace and prosperity. Pakistan calls for SCO’s joint action to counter economic recession, terrorism & climate change. […]
XI Jinping: China stands for multilateralism and strengthening peace for the sake of universal security
During his remarks at SCO Summit on 4 July 2023, President of the People’s Republic of China Xi Jinping, focusing on the shocks that the modern world is experiencing, noted that humanity is facing unprecedented serious challenges. “What to choose, unity or split? Peace or conflict? Cooperation or confrontation? These issues have become relevant again […]
SCO Summit: Kyrgyzstan is promoting the idea of establishing a Center for combating international crime in Bishkek
Addressing at online SCO Summit on 4 July 2023, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Zhaparov noted the importance of the establishment of the SCO Center for Combating International Organized Crime in Bishkek. According to the Head of Kyrgyzstan, the implementation of this initiative will give a tangible impetus to increasing cooperation on issues related to ensuring […]
Kazakhstan at SCO Summit: President Tokayev urged to remain committed to the formation of a multipolar world with the coordinating role of the UN
President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said at the beginning of his speech at online SCO Summit on 4 July 2023: “In the context of a radical transformation of the global world order, we are witnessing an unprecedented increase in geopolitical tensions, the intensification of trade and sanctions wars and many other modern challenges. It is […]
PM Narendra Modi: India has created five pillars of cooperation in the SCO
Opening the online SCO summit on 4 July 2023, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi summed up the results of his country’s chairmanship and spoke about efforts to bring multifaceted cooperation in the SCO to new heights. Modi highlighted five new pillars of cooperation established by India within the SCO. These are Startups and Innovation, Traditional […]
Speech by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov at online SCO Summit on 4 July 2023
Dear Mr. Chairman, Dear Heads of State and Delegations, First of all, let me warmly welcome all participants, leaders and members of delegations. I express my gratitude to the Prime Minister of India, Mr. Narendra Modi, for inviting me to this important meeting as an honorary guest. Dear Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich! Taking this opportunity, I cordially […]
India hosted online SCO summit – Iran became part of the Shanghai family – Kazakhstan assumes SCO chairmanship – The New Delhi Declaration emphasizes: Central Asia is the core of the SCO
nCa Report On Tuesday, 4 July, an online meeting of the SCO Council of Heads of State was held under the chairmanship of Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi. The meeting was attended by President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Zhaparov, President of China Xi Jinping, Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif, […]
Russia expects explosive trade growth with Turkmenistan along the North-South corridor
The trade turnover between Russia and Turkmenistan along the North-South international transport corridor, including through the Makhachkala commercial sea port, will steadily grow and “will be explosive” in the coming years, said trade representative of the Russian Federation in Turkmenistan, Alexander Elizarov in an interview with TASS. “We expect constant growth in the next three […]
Maintaining stability is the most important task for Central Asia in modern realities says President of Kazakhstan
On Friday, 23 June, the first meeting of the Secretaries of the Security Councils of Central Asia and Russia took place in Almaty. In modern realities, the most important task for the Central Asian region is to maintain stability and strengthen security, which implies effective forecasting of threats, prompt development of preventive response measures and […]
Uzbekistan to start importing Russian gas in October – by September, the Uzbek gas transportation system to get ready for receiving supplies
A contract for the supply of Russian gas to Uzbekistan and a Roadmap for preparing the nation’s gas transportation system for the acceptance and transportation of Russian pipeline gas were signed last week on the sidelines of the 26th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. UzGasTrade JSC and Gazprom Export LLC concluded the gas purchase and […]
Turkmenistan takes part in the 26th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum
The Turkmen delegation, headed by the Minister of Finance and Economy of Turkmenistan Serdar Jorayev, is taking part in the 26th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), which will be held on 14-17 June 2023. Within the framework of this international economic forum, Minister will deliver a speech at the Session “Carbon regulation and creation […]
Breakthrough: Pakistan receives Russian oil; pays in Chinese Yuan
Pakistan has received a shipment of crude oil from Russia through the seagoing tankers. According to several media outlets including the Reuters and OilPrice, the delivery is part of a G2G (government-to-government) contract. Pakistan has made the payment in the Chinese currency Yuan (RMB), told the Petroleum Minister of Pakistan, Musadik Malik, speaking to Reuters by […]
Strategic partnership between Russia and Turkmenistan is one of the most important components of peace and stability in Central Asia, Ambassador Volynkin says
Russia is one of the major trading partners of Turkmenistan with $ 1.6 billion mutual trade turnover The extensive strategic partnership between Russia and Turkmenistan is not only the foundation for the development of multifaceted bilateral cooperation, but also one of the most important components of maintaining lasting peace and stability in the Central Asian […]
Russian archaeologists return to Turkmenistan and discover previously unseen artifacts
In the south-east of Turkmenistan, in one of the most severe deserts in the world – in the Karakum Desert, in the legendary and semi-mythical country of Margiana, at the ancient settlement of Gonur-depe, after a four-year break due to the pandemic, archaeological excavations were resumed. Here, in April and May 2023, the Russian-Turkmen Margiana […]
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] […]
The Turkmen-Russian archaeological expedition continues to study Ancient Margiana
In April, after a four-year break due to the pandemic, the Russian-Turkmen Margiana Archaeological Expedition, working on the basis of the Center for Anthropoecology of the Institute of Ethnology and Anthropology of the Russian Academy of Sciences, resumed its comprehensive research in Karakum, Institute of Ethnology and Anthropology said in a press release. N.A. Dubova […]