Tariq Saeedi As the world watches the evolving dynamics of global diplomacy, the upcoming C5+1 summit in Washington, D.C., on November 6, 2025, is generating significant buzz across Central Asia and beyond. This gathering, marking the 10th anniversary of the C5+1 format that brings together the United States and the five Central Asian republics—Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, … [Read more...]
Turkmen-Russian consultations on countering modern challenges and threats took place in Moscow
On October 27, 2025, consultations on countering modern challenges and threats were held in Moscow between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and the Russian Federation, with the participation of representatives of the relevant bodies of the two states. The Turkmen delegation was headed by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Ahmet Gurbanov, and … [Read more...]
OGT 2025: Gas imports from Turkmenistan to China face competition from potential new supplies, says S&P Global Commodity Insights
The future of Turkmenistan's crucial gas exports to China faces a complex intersection of growing Chinese demand and increasing global supply competition, according to Tianshi Huang, Senior Principal Analyst for China Gas Research at S&P Global Insights. Numerous factors can influence the potential growth of Turkmenistan's gas exports to China, including upstream supply … [Read more...]
Speaker of Turkmenistan Parliament visits Moscow: Gulmanova and Matviyenko discuss strategic partnership and sign inter-parliamentary agreement
On 21 October 2025, Chairwoman of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan, Dunyagozel Gulmanova, met with Chairperson of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly, Valentina Matviyenko, as part of an official visit to Moscow. During the meeting, the Speaker of the Federation Council stated that Dunyagozel Gulmanova’s visit to Moscow is of particular importance. "This is your first … [Read more...]
Moscow Celebrates the 30th Anniversary of Turkmenistan’s Neutrality, the International Year of Peace and Trust, and the UN 80th Anniversary
On 17 October 2025, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Russian Federation hosted a reception marking the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s permanent Neutrality, the International Year of Peace and Trust, the 80th anniversary of the United Nations, and the conclusion of the “UN–80 Friendship Games” sports tournament. The event was organized by the Embassy of Turkmenistan in … [Read more...]
Technology and Trade: St. Petersburg Exchange and Turkmenistan State Commodity Exchange Sign Partnership Agreement
The St. Petersburg Exchange and the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan (GTSBT) have signed an agreement on technological and marketing cooperation. The document was signed during the 13th meeting of the Russian-Turkmen Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation, held in Ashgabat. The agreement aims to expand the geographical reach, increase … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Russia Prepare New Agreements on Customs Cooperation
The customs authorities of Turkmenistan and Russia are preparing to sign draft agreements on Authorized Economic Operators and a protocol on the exchange of preliminary information regarding goods and vehicles. These topics were discussed during a meeting between deputy heads of the customs services held on the sidelines of the Turkmen-Russian Intergovernmental Commission … [Read more...]
Strategic Partnership in Focus: President of Turkmenistan Meets Russian Deputy Prime Minister
On 13 October 2025, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Marat Khusnullin, Deputy Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation. The Russian Deputy Prime Minister expressed gratitude to the Head of Turkmenistan for the opportunity to discuss matters of strategic partnership between the two countries, noting that Russia highly values its strategic partnership with … [Read more...]
Digital Attaché: Russia Intends to Promote Its IT Solutions on the Turkmen Market
Russia plans to appoint a "Digital Attaché" to Turkmenistan to promote Russian IT solutions in the country. This specialist is expected to arrive in Ashgabat before the end of the current year. This was announced by Dmitry Grigorenko, Deputy Prime Minister – Chief of the Government Staff of the Russian Federation, during a meeting in Ashgabat with Deputy Prime Minister … [Read more...]
Turkmen-Russian Intergovernmental Commission Meeting in Ashgabat: Focus on Trade, Transport, and Education
The meeting of the Turkmen-Russian Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation took place in Ashgabat. The commission was co-chaired by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Nokerguly Atagulyev, responsible for the trade sector, and Deputy Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation Marat Khusnullin. “Our cooperation rests on a … [Read more...]
The Taste of Diplomacy: How Tajikistan Charmed Leaders of Central Asian and Russia with a Spectacular Harvest Display
On 9 October 2025, President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon hosted an informal gathering—a "friendship evening"—for the heads of state participating in the Central Asia–Russia Summit and the CIS Summit at the government residence in Dushanbe. A vibrant exhibition of Tajikistan’s agricultural products and national cuisine was organized in the picturesque setting of the … [Read more...]
A firm commitment to partnership and alliance: Putin on Strengthening Russia-Central Asia Ties
On October 9, 2025, Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed the second Central Asia–Russia summit in Dushanbe, reaffirming Russia's dedication to strengthening strategic partnerships and alliances with Central Asian states—Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. The speech highlighted the immense potential for economic cooperation, outlining key … [Read more...]
Transport, Nuclear Energy, Industrial Cooperation: Uzbekistan’s President Names Partnership Priorities for Central Asia and Russia
At Dushanbe Summit on Thursday, 9 October 2025, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev called on the countries of Central Asia and Russia for closer coordination and cooperation in the six-sided format, urged by "growing geopolitical tension and crisis phenomena in the world economy." In this context, the leader of Uzbekistan outlined his vision for the prospects of … [Read more...]
Trade, Transport, Energy, and Security: Initiatives of the President of Kazakhstan at the Central Asia – Russia Summit
Trade with Russia accounts for one-third of the total trade turnover of the Central Asian countries, announced President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev while addressing the Central Asia – Russia Summit in Tajikistan. "It is gratifying that the situation in the Central Asian region itself has evolved in recent years towards political solidarity, economic cooperation, and … [Read more...]
Central Asia – Russia Summit: Kyrgyz President Highlights Positive Shift in Central Asian Security Situation
For Kyrgyzstan, the Central Asian countries and Russia invariably remain key partners. This format serves as a practical tool for deepening comprehensive partnership, stated President Sadyr Japarov of the Kyrgyz Republic at the Second Central Asia – Russia Summit in Dushanbe. Speaking about the current international situation, Sadyr Japarov noted that the meeting was … [Read more...]
President of Tajikistan Chaired the Second “Central Asia–Russia” Summit in Dushanbe
On 9 October 2025, under the chairmanship of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, the Second “Central Asia–Russia” Summit was held at the Government Residence in Dushanbe. The summit brought together the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov, the President of the Russian … [Read more...]
Central Asia – Russia Summit: Turkmenistan’s President Calls for a Return Civilized Communication in International Relations
On 9 October 2025, the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, addressed the Second Central Asia – Russia Summit in Dushanbe, which was held under the chairmanship of Tajikistan. President Berdimuhamedov underscored the importance of the Second Summit as a step towards transitioning cooperation in this format onto a systemic basis, reflecting an objective process … [Read more...]
Communiqué of the Dushanbe Summit: Central Asia and Russia Reaffirm Commitment to Multipolarity and Strategic Partnership
On 9 October 2025, the Central Asia–Russia Summit was held in Dushanbe under the chairmanship of President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon. The summit was attended by the heads of state of Central Asia and Russia: President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov, President of Russia Vladimir Putin, … [Read more...]
The head of Russia’s upper parliamentary chamber praised Turkmenistan’s foreign policy as model of wisdom
Valentina Matviyenko, Chairperson of the Federation Council of Russia and the Interparliamentary Assembly of the CIS, praised Turkmenistan’s foreign policy as a model of wisdom and stability during a video address to the second meeting of heads of parliaments of the Group of Friends of Neutrality, hosted online by Turkmenistan’s Mejlis. “Russia has consistently … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan held a telephone conversation with the President of the Russia
On 7 October 2025, a telephone conversation took place between President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin, the International Information Center of Turkmenistan reports. The Head of State congratulated the Russian leader on his birthday and expressed sincere gratitude to Putin for his personal attention to the … [Read more...]
Dushanbe to host CIS and “Central Asia–Russia” Summits
On 9–10 October 2025, Dushanbe, Tajikistan, will host a series of high-level meetings in the formats of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) and Central Asia: • Summit of Heads of State in the “Central Asia–Russia” format• Meeting of the CIS Council of Heads of State• Meeting of the CIS Council of Foreign Ministers On 9 October, the Presidents of Tajikistan, … [Read more...]
Astrakhan Region Strengthens Strategic Partnership with Turkmenistan
During the celebrations of Turkmenistan's Independence Day, Denis Afanasyev, Vice-Governor and Chairman of the Government of the Astrakhan Region (Russia) visited Ashgabat. “Turkmenistan is our strategic partner and reliable friend. We place priority importance on our cooperation,” Afanasyev wrotw on his social media. As part of the visit, Afanasyev met with the Deouty Prime … [Read more...]
National Leader of Turkmenistan Meets Tatarstan President on Independence Day
On 27 September 2025, the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, held a meeting in Ashgabat with Rustam Minnikhanov, President of the Republic of Tatarstan, Russian Federation, who arrived to participate in Turkmenistan’s 34th Independence Day celebrations. Minnikhanov extended congratulations to Turkmenistan’s … [Read more...]
Turkmen Schoolgirl Awarded Grand Prix at World Creativity Festival “Children of the World: Time to Befriend”
Gulyalek Chopanova, Press Attaché of the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Russian Federation In the Moscow International Trade Center, as part of the World Public Assembly, the award ceremony for the winners of the World Creativity Festival "Children of the World: Time to Befriend" took place. Aziza Byashimova, a student at the Children's Art School in the city of … [Read more...]
Lavrov Outlines Priorities for Russia’s Economic Cooperation with Central Asia
Russia's aggregate trade turnover with Central Asian countries exceeds $45 billion per year. This was stated by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov during a session of the Business Council under the Russian Foreign Ministry, where key areas of interaction with Central Asian states and measures to support Russian companies in foreign markets were discussed. According to … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Russia Hold Consultations on Information Security
On 16 September 2025, Turkmen-Russian inter-ministerial consultations on international information security (IIS) were held in Moscow. The meeting was organized as part of the Cooperation Program between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation for 2025–2026, signed in June of this year. The agenda … [Read more...]
Ashgabat Hosts Meeting of the Working Group on Caspian Sea Issues
On 15 September 2025, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan launched the eleventh session of the High-Level Working Group (HLWG) on Caspian Sea issues. Delegations from Turkmenistan (headed by M.G. Atajanov), the Republic of Azerbaijan (headed by S.A. Sharifov), the Islamic Republic of Iran (headed by K.G. Abadi), the Republic of Kazakhstan (headed by Z.A. … [Read more...]
Ashgabat and Moscow Discuss Strengthening Cooperation at the UN
On 8 September 2025, consultations were held in Ashgabat between the Director of the Department of International Organizations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, R.A. Annaberdiyev, and the Director of the Department of International Organizations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia, K.M. Logvinov, according to the Russian foreign ministry. The … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Russia Foreign Ministers-Level Talks in Moscow to Strengthen Strategic Partnership
Russia and Turkmenistan emphasized the alignment of their positions on the international stage and expressed a mutual commitment to intensifying joint projects in the fields of transport, infrastructure, and energy. On August 28, 2025, a meeting took place in Moscow between Turkmenistan’s Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, according … [Read more...]
Meredov and Lavrov Hold Phone Call: Turkmenistan and Russia to Conduct Consultations Between Foreign Ministries
On 25 August 2025, a phone call took place between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, Sergey Lavrov. During the conversation, the parties discussed issues of bilateral cooperation and emphasized the importance of interaction on the international political stage, according to the … [Read more...]
Turkmen-Russian Gala Concert “Music of Peace, Friendship, and Brotherhood” Held in Moscow
On 15 August 2025, the Rachmaninoff Hall of the Tchaikovsky Moscow State Conservatory hosted a grand Turkmen-Russian concert titled “Music of Peace, Friendship, and Brotherhood.” The event was dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s Permanent Neutrality, and the declaration of 2025 as the International Year … [Read more...]
UN–80 Friendship Games started in Moscow
Recently, the Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO) hosted the opening ceremony of the UN–80 Friendship Games sports tournament. The event also featured a friendly chess tournament organized by the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Russian Federation, the Russian Association for the Assistance of the United Nations, the UN Information Center, and the UN–80 … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Russia Strengthen Strategic Partnership: Russian Delegation Participates in the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries
On 5 August 2025, the National Leader of the Turkmen People and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, received the Deputy Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation, Dmitry Patrushev, who led the Russian delegation during a working visit to Turkmenistan. The meeting reaffirmed the mutual commitment to strengthening the strategic … [Read more...]
Moscow to Host International Youth Forum “Generation of Unity”
On September 19, Moscow—the capital of the Russian Federation—will serve as the venue for the International Youth Forum "Generation of Unity," held as part of the World Public Summit. The forum is expected to welcome young leaders, public figures, entrepreneurs, volunteers, students, and representatives of youth organizations from over 15 countries. The event aims to … [Read more...]
Head of Tatarstan to Participate in the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries
On 4 August, the Head of the Republic of Tatarstan, Rustam Minnikhanov, arrived in Turkmenistan on a working visit. At the international airport of Turkmenbashi, Rustam Minnikhanov was welcomed by Turkmenistan’s Minister of Finance and Economy, Mammetguly Astanagulov, the Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Turkmenistan, Ivan Volynkin, and other high-ranking government … [Read more...]
Russia and Turkmenistan Strengthen Dialogue on International Road Transport
From 23 to 25 June 2025, Ashgabat hosted negotiations between representatives of the Ministry of Transport of the Russian Federation and the Turkmenavtolaglary Agency under Turkmenistan's Cabinet of Ministers. The talks, which also included road carriers from both nations, focused on advancing international road transport cooperation. The Turkmen delegation underscored a … [Read more...]
Telephone conversation between the National Leader of Turkmenistan and the speaker of the upper house of the Russian Parliament
On 29 June 2025, a telephone conversation took place between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and Chairperson of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation Valentina Matvienko. During the conversation, Valentina Matvienko congratulated Arkadag on his birthday. … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan and Russian FM Reaffirm Strategic Partnership and Cooperation Across Key Sectors
On 25 June 2025, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the minister of foreign affairs of Russia Sergey Lavrov. At the beginning of the meeting, on behalf of President Vladimir Putin, Lavrov conveyed greetings to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, as well as to the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. The Minister … [Read more...]
Politics, Economy, and the Caspian: Outcomes of the Meeting Between the Foreign Ministers of Turkmenistan and Russia
On 25 June 2025, a meeting between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, Sergey Lavrov, took place to discuss key areas of cooperation across political, diplomatic, trade, economic, cultural, and humanitarian spheres. The ministers underscored the value of maintaining a regular and … [Read more...]
Lavrov in Ashgabat: Vectors of Turkmen-Russian Strategic Cooperation Discussed
On June 24-25, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov paid an official visit to Ashgabat. The Russian top diplomat was received by Turkmenistan’s President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and held talks with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov. During the meetings, key issues of bilateral relations were thoroughly discussed, with both … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan will participate in International Economic Forum in Russia
Turkmenistan will participate in the International Economic Forum, to be held in Russia, 17-21 June 2025. DPM Ataguliyev will lead the Turkmen delegation. St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) is an annual event. This year it will have some new features such as Agro-Industrial Platforms, and Creative Industries Forum. There would also be the Russia–US … [Read more...]
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan met with the Ambassador of the Russian Federation
On June 14, 2025, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to Turkmenistan Ivan Volynkin at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. During the meeting, the sides discussed a number of issues related to the further development of the bilateral strategic partnership. In … [Read more...]
Lavrov and Meredov discussed Turkmenistan’s participation in SPIEF
On 12 June 2025, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Larov had a telephone conversation. According to the Russian Foreign Ministry, the parties discussed a number of issues of bilateral cooperation, as well as upcoming contacts on the sidelines of the St. Petersburg International Economic … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan attaches great importance to the development of strategic relations with Russia
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov has sent congratulations to President of Russia Vladimir Putin, Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation Mikhail Mishustin and all the people of the country on the occasion of Russia Day. "Turkmenistan attaches great importance to the development of strategic relations with the Russian Federation," the President of … [Read more...]
The annual trade turnover between Turkmenistan and Russia exceeds $1.6 billion
An official reception in honor of Russia Day was held in Ashgabat, organized by the Embassy of the Russian Federation in Turkmenistan, according to the Turkmen news portal “Türkmenistan habarlar portaly”. Welcoming the guests, Russia’s Ambassador to Turkmenistan, Ivan Volynkin, noted that Russia Day is the country’s main state holiday, symbolizing the unity of the people and … [Read more...]
Pakistan to launch freight train to Russia via INSTC
Pakistan will inaugurate its first freight train service to Russia from Lahore, the capital of Pakistan's eastern Punjab province, on June 22, marking a significant step in regional connectivity and international trade expansion, Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi said. Addressing a press conference in the city of Multan, Punjab, on Tuesday, Abbasi said the new … [Read more...]
A New Island in the Caspian Sea Could Become a Haven for Birds and Seals
Near the Volga Delta in the northern part of the Caspian Sea, a phenomenon has captured the attention of scientists and ecologists: a new island has formed 30 kilometers southwest of Maly Zhemchuzhny Island in the Russian sector of the sea. This discovery was made during a joint expedition by the P.P. Shirshov Institute of Oceanology of the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS), … [Read more...]
Russia and Turkmenistan discuss the development of transport cooperation
Mammetkhan Chakyev, Director General of the Agency for Transport and Communications under the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, had a working meeting with Roman Starovoit, Minister of Transport of the Russian Federation, via video link. During the talks, the parties discussed key areas of transport cooperation between the two countries. One of the central topics … [Read more...]
“Orel-Belgorod-Ashgabat”: Turkmenistan and Russia Prepare Joint Event for Victory Day
On 28 April 2025, a meeting took place at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Russian Federation between Turkmenistan’s Ambassador Esen Aydogdyev and Olga Pilipenko, a deputy of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation. The main topic of discussion was the organization of a ceremonial event titled "Orel-Belgorod-Ashgabat: Our Common Frontier," dedicated … [Read more...]
Russia and China ready to enter global aviation market
nCa Report CR929 Russia and China have been working for years and now they are in a position to make their bid for grand entry into the world aviation market. Quite possibly, they are positioning their jet planes as an attractive alternative to the Boeing and Airbus airliners rather than an either-or kind of competition. According to the specifications of the jets … [Read more...]