nCa Report On 30 October 2026 the Organization of Turkic States signed a 163-point Ankara Declaration, appointed an Uzbek Secretary-General and passed its rotating chairmanship from Azerbaijan to Türkiye. Summit at a glance Leaders met in Ankara on 30 October 2026, one day after the foreign ministers, as Türkiye marked the 103rd anniversary of the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan at the 13th OTS Summit: Balancing Permanent Neutrality and Strategic Engagement
nCa Report Overview of Participation President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov partook in the 13th Summit of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) held in Ankara on October 30, 2026, participating in his formal capacity as an observer state. Turkmenistan’s engagement at the Ankara summit underscored a carefully calibrated foreign policy balance: … [Read more...]
Report: Pre-Summit Activities and Strategic Context of the 13th Organization of Turkic States (OTS) Summit (Ankara, October 29–30, 2026)
Elvira Kadyrova in Ankara, Tariq Saeedi in Ashgabat Executive Summary On October 29, 2026, leaders and high-level delegations from the member and observer states of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) arrived in Ankara, Türkiye, to participate in high-level diplomatic engagements ahead of the landmark 13th OTS Summit. Hosted under the theme "Turkic Century: Unity … [Read more...]
A presentation of the book by the President of Turkmenistan in Azerbaijani was held at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan
On October 21, 2026, the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan hosted a presentation of the book by the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, “Turkmenistan’s Neutrality – a Bright Path of Peace and Trust,” published in the Azerbaijani language. The event was attended by leaders and representatives of the Ministry … [Read more...]
Speech by President of Turkmenistan at 7th CICA Summit in Baku
Distinguished Mr. Chairman!Distinguished Heads of State and Government!Ladies and Gentlemen! First of all, let me express my sincere gratitude to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the highly respected Ilham Aliyev, for the high level of organization of this Summit, traditional hospitality and the creation of favorable conditions for constructive … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Opens Three New Specialised Medical Centres in Ashgabat
Turkmenistan has commissioned three new specialised medical centres in the capital, expanding its infrastructure for cancer treatment, dental and maxillofacial care, and paediatric medicine. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov attended the opening ceremonies of the International Scientific and Clinical Oncology Centre, the Dental Centre and the International Paediatrics … [Read more...]
Bilateral Meetings on the Sidelines of Three Regional Summits in Awaza
nCa Report The most useful way to document the diplomatic activity at Awaza is to treat the three summits as one connected diplomatic occasion, while distinguishing the meetings held in connection with each gathering. This matters because bilateral talks can serve several purposes simultaneously: strengthening political relations, advancing trade and transport projects, … [Read more...]
Presidential Decrees to help bolster Healthcare System of Turkmenistan
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan signed three decrees on 9 October 2026, aimed at bolstering the healthcare system of Turkmenistan. The first initiative orders the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry to establish a new, state-of-the-art Dental Center featuring 80 beds. Operating entirely on a self-financing basis, this subordinate facility is designed to … [Read more...]
Awaza Summit – The Consultative Meeting of Heads of State of Central Asia and Azerbaijan – Part 7 – Position of Turkmenistan
The 8th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia and Azerbaijan in the expanded "C6" format, held on 8 October 2026 in Awaza, Turkmenistan, cemented the geopolitical transformation of the Trans-Caspian space. As the host and chair of the summit, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan welcomed the full institutional inclusion of the Republic of … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s President Marks International Day of Older Persons, Pledges Continued Support for Elders
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov issued a message to the country's older generation on the International Day of Older Persons, describing respect for elders as a national principle that dates back millennia and supports continuity between generations. In the address, directed to "respected elders" and "dear mothers," the president said the day is observed in Turkmenistan … [Read more...]
Turkmen President’s Message to Investment Forum in Ashgabat, Pointing to Industrialization, Digital Economy and Regional Gas Link
Turkmenistan's President Serdar Berdimuhamedov addressed participants of the Turkmenistan Investment Forum, which opens in Ashgabat today, presenting it as a platform for dialogue with foreign investors, international financial institutions, government bodies and the private sector. The forum is being held under the official 2026 slogan "Independent Neutral Turkmenistan – … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Opens 1,200-Seat Presidential Akhal-Teke Equestrian Complex on Ashgabat’s Edge
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and National Leader Arkadag Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov attended the inauguration, which combined a facility launch with races, a wrestling tournament and prize-giving timed to the 35th anniversary of independence. Turkmenistan formally opened the modernized Akhal-Teke Equestrian Complex of the President of Turkmenistan on Tuesday, a 1,200-seat … [Read more...]
Industry, renewable energy, and social infrastructure: Key takeaways from the President of Turkmenistan’s speech at the Halk Maslahaty session
At the Halk Maslahaty session on 23 September, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov outlined the key directions for the country’s socio-economic development in the coming years. The speech focused on maintaining economic growth rates, further industrialization, developing the oil and gas and chemical sectors, power engineering, and agriculture, as well as … [Read more...]
Putin and Berdimuhamedov Hold Telephone Conversation
On 22 September 2026, a telephone conversation took place between President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and President of Russia Vladimir Putin. During the phone call, Putin congratulated Berdimuhamedov on his birthday. "The leaders expressed satisfaction with the high level of Russia-Turkmenistan strategic partnership and reaffirmed their … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan President Congratulates President of Turkmenistan on His Birthday by Phone
On 22 September 2026, a telephone conversation took place between President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, according to the press service of the President of Uzbekistan. Mirziyoyev congratulated Berdimuhamedov on his birthday, wishing him good health, well-being, and continued success in his state activities. The … [Read more...]
Foreign leaders congratulate Serdar Berdimuhamedov on his 45th birthday
Today, 22 September, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov turns 45. The head of state has received birthday greetings from foreign heads of state, heads of government and other senior political and public figures. Those sending their congratulations include Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, President of the Republic of Korea Lee Jae … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Meets with Vice President of Switzerland, OSCE Chairman-in-Office
On 5 August, in the Awaza National Tourist Zone, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Ignazio Cassis, Vice President of Switzerland (the country currently chairing the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe) and Head of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs, according to the State News Agency of Turkmenistan (TDH). During the meeting, Cassis emphasized … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan–Azerbaijan Relations Reach New Milestone as President Serdar Berdimuhamedov Pays State Visit to Baku
[This is developing story. Final version will be published on 23 June 2026] The state visit of Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov to Azerbaijan on 22 June has already produced a substantial package of political, economic, transport and humanitarian outcomes, underscoring the rapidly deepening strategic partnership between the two Caspian neighbors. Azerbaijani media … [Read more...]
Xi Jinping Accepts Serdar Berdimuhamedov’s Invitation to Visit Turkmenistan
The President of the People's Republic of China, Xi Jinping, has accepted an invitation from President Serdar Berdimuhamedov to pay a visit to Turkmenistan, announcing his acceptance in a reply letter. The text of the Chinese leader's message was published by the State News Agency of Turkmenistan (TDH). In his letter to the President of Turkmenistan, Xi Jinping emphasized … [Read more...]
On the Sidelines of Neutrality Conference in Ashgabat: Meeting of the Presidents of Turkmenistan and Türkiye
On the sidelines of the International Forum “Peace and Trust: Unity of Goals for a Sustainable Future,” President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a meeting with President of the Republic of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Serdar Berdimuhamedov warmly welcomed the distinguished guest, thanking him for accepting the invitation to the forum timed to coincide with the … [Read more...]
On the Sidelines of Neutrality Conference in Ashgabat: Meeting of the Presidents of Turkmenistan and Russia
In the lively atmosphere following the conclusion of the international forum on peace and trust in Ashgabat, President Vladimir Putin and President Serdar Berdimuhamedov found time for a personal conversation that underscored the enduring warmth between Moscow and Ashgabat. This meeting, which took place immediately after the plenary session of the forum “Peace and Trust: Unity … [Read more...]
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov Meets with President Donald Trump – Turkmenistan intends Trans-Caspian Pipeline review
Turkmenistan will consider advancing the long-stalled Trans-Caspian Gas Pipeline project once delimitation deal on the Caspian seabed will be finalized with Azerbaijan. The statement was came during the meeting between President of the Donald J. Trump and President Serdar Berdimuhamedov on 6 November 2025 in Washington DC on the sidelines of C5+1 Summit. “They … [Read more...]
Presidents of Turkmenistan and Tajikistan met in Dushanbe
On 9 October 2025, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov traveled to Dushanbe, Tajikistan, on a working visit to participate in the second Central Asia–Russia Summit and the meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Commonwealth of Independent States. On the same day, a meeting was held between President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and President of Tajikistan … [Read more...]
UNGA: President of Turkmenistan Proposes World Summit for Peace and Trust and ‘Digital Integration’ Platform
On 23 September 2025, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov delivered a statement at the general debate of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly. Here is statement summary, published by the UN: Serdar Berdimuhamedov, President of Turkmenistan, said that, as a permanently neutral State that aims to cooperate with the UN to ensure international peace and … [Read more...]
President of Korea Calls Turkmenistan a Key Partner in Central Asia
President of the Republic of Korea Lee Jae Myung sent a congratulatory message to President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov on the occasion of his 44th birthday. In his message, the South Korean leader highlighted Turkmenistan’s special role as a key partner of the Republic of Korea in Central Asia and expressed his commitment to further strengthening bilateral … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Congratulates Participants of the TIF 2025 Investment Forum in Awaza
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov addressed a congratulatory message to the participants of the Turkmenistan Investment Forum (TIF 2025), which opened in the National Tourist Zone “Awaza” on the eve of the 34th anniversary of the country’s independence. In his address, the head of state emphasized that the forum plays a pivotal role in enhancing Turkmenistan’s … [Read more...]
Foreign Ministry of China: President Xi Jinping Meets with Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov
On 2 September 2025, President of China Xi Jinping met at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing with Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, who is in China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2025 and the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory in the World Anti-Fascist War, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China said in a press … [Read more...]
SCO Summit: Turkmenistan supports the Global Governance Initiative presented by China
On 1 September 2025, 2025, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, who is on a working visit to China, participated as an honorary guest in the meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization SCO+ format in Tianjin. The SCO+ format is a unique partnership platform within which the member States of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization interact with countries that … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Meets with First Vice President of Iran
As part of the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a meeting with Mohammad Reza Aref, First Vice President of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Mr. Aref expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to hold the meeting and congratulated the Turkmen side on the successful organization of this … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Holds Talks with the Chairman of the Presidential Council of Libya
Within the framework of the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries held in the National Tourism Zone “Awaza,” President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with the Chairman of the Presidential Council of Libya, Mohammed Younis Menfi. Mohammed Younis Menfi noted that Libya highly values Turkmenistan’s neutrality and its peace-oriented … [Read more...]
Speech by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov at the first plenary session of the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries
Your Excellencies: Dear Secretary-General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres, Dear Chairman of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly, Philemon Yang, Dear President of the United Nations Economic and Social Council, Lok Bahadur Thapa, Dear Heads of State, Governments, international organizations, heads and members of delegations! Ladies and … [Read more...]
Welcoming Ceremony for the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries Held in Awaza (updated)
Elvira Kadyrova and Ravilya Kadyrova, Awaza, Turkmenistan On 5 August 2025, a solemn welcoming ceremony for delegates of the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs) took place in the National Tourism Zone “Awaza.” The event marked a significant milestone in global efforts to address the challenges faced by nations without access to sea … [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...]
President of Turkmenistan Receives Prime Minister of Azerbaijan
On 5 August 2025, in Awaza, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the Prime Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ali Asadov. During the meeting, Mr. Asadov conveyed the greetings of Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev to the Head of State of Turkmenistan. In response, President Berdimuhamedov extended his own warm greetings to the President of … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Meets with President of Kazakhstan in Awaza
On 5 August 2025, as part of his visit to Turkmenistan, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held a meeting with President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC3), currently being held in Awaza. During the discussion, President … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s Leadership Congratulates the President of Uzbekistan on His Birthday
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent a message to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan on the occasion of his 68th birthday. “We highly value your personal contribution to strengthening the traditionally friendly and strategic relations between our countries and look forward to further expanding bilateral cooperation for the benefit of our peoples,” the … [Read more...]
The President of Mongolia made first-ever state visit to Turkmenistan – Agreements on transport, agriculture and tourism inked – Joint Statement on Interstate relations and Cooperation adopted
On 10-13 October 2024, President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa paid a state visit to Turkmenistan. This is the first state visit of the head of Mongolia to Turkmenistan since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries on 23 April 1992, On October 12, high-level talks were held in Ashgabat between President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and President … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan met with the President of the Republic of Armenia
On 11 October. President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with President of Armenia Vahagn Khachaturian. During the meeting, an interested exchange of views took place on the priority areas of Turkmen-Armenian partnership. Trade and economic, transport and communication spheres, agriculture and tourism were named among the priority areas of the … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan and the National Leader met with the President of Iran
On 11 October, in Ashgabat, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with President of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian. The President of Turkmenistan once again warmly congratulated President Masoud Pezeshkian on his election to a high state post, wishing him great success in his activities. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov stressed that strengthening relations with Iran … [Read more...]
President Zardari invited the President of Turkmenistan and the National leader to visit Pakistan
On 11 October, President Asif Ali Zardari of Pakistan held one-on-one meetings with the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and the National Leader of the Turkmen People and Chairman of the Halk Maslakhaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov in Ashgabat. During the meetings, the sides had an overview of the bilateral relations and expressed their desire to further … [Read more...]
Turkmen-Kazakh Summit Talks in Ashgabat – Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan to deepen strategic partnership – 20 documents signed
On Thursday, 10 October 2024, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev arrived in Turkmenistan on an official visit. Upon arrival in Ashgabat, the head of Kazakhstan met with the National Leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. After the meeting, Berdimuhamedov and Tokayev took part in the opening ceremony of the monument to Abai Kunanbayuly. The … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan invites CIS countries to participate in infrastructure projects toward South Asia – this is powerful idea with enormous potential
Tariq Saeedi Turkmenistan has invited the CIS countries to take part in the emerging and planned infrastructure projects aimed at connectivity with South Asia and beyond. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, in his speech at the summit of the heads of state of CIS, floated the idea. The summit was held in Moscow on 8 October 2024. Here is the relevant portion from the speech … [Read more...]
The Presidents of Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan discussed the development of bilateral relations
On 22 September 2024, a telephone conversation took place between President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. The Head of Uzbekistan congratulated the President of Turkmenistan on his birthday, sincerely wishing good health, well-being and great success, peace and prosperity to the fraternal Turkmen people, the press … [Read more...]
The Presidents of Turkmenistan and Russia held telephone talks
On 22 September, during a telephone conversation, Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov on his birthday. On this day, the head of Turkmenistan turned 43 years old. During the talks, the mutual commitment to further comprehensive strengthening of the Russian-Turkmen strategic partnership was confirmed, Kremlin’s press … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan met with the Federal Chancellor of Germany in Astana
On the sidelines of the Central Asia-Germany summit, Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a bilateral meeting with German Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz. During the discussion, President Berdimuhamedov emphasized the steady growth of Turkmen-German relations, supported by a robust legal framework comprising over 90 treaties and agreements. He highlighted the … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov to take part in the Central Asia+ Germany Summit in Astana
Today, on 17 September 2024, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov left on a working visit to Kazakhstan to participate in the second meeting of the heads of Central Asian states with Federal Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz in Astana. "By successfully implementing the peace-keeping foreign policy strategy initiated by the National Leader of the … [Read more...]
Speech by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov at the sixth Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States
Dear Heads of State, Dear members of the delegations! First of all, I would like to express my gratitude to the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, dear Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich Tokayev, for the hospitality and excellent organization of the meeting. Our annual meetings have already become a tradition and, as practice shows, they are always relevant. During these … [Read more...]
Presidents of Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan hold negotiations in Astana
On Friday, 9 August, talks were held in Astana between President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The meeting was also attended by members of the delegations. Tokayev thanked the President of Turkmenistan for participating in the Summit, and also noted the importance of his visit in terms of further promoting the … [Read more...]
The President of Kazakhstan will visit Turkmenistan this fall
On Monday, 5 August, a telephone conversation took place between President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The heads of state noted the high dynamics of the development of Kazakh-Turkmen relations and discussed preparations for the upcoming visit of the President of Kazakhstan to Turkmenistan this autumn, the official … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan and the UN Secretary General held talks in Ashgabat
On Saturday, 6 July, negotiations between President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Secretary General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres took place at the Oguzkent Hotel in Ashgabat. At first, the parties held a meeting in a narrow format. Addressing Guterres, the President noted that "Turkmenistan aims to further strengthen relations with the United Nations … [Read more...]