On November 22, 2025, a friendly mini-football tournament was held among Turkmen students studying at Romanian universities, organized by the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Romania and with the participation of Turkmen youth. The sporting event was timed to coincide with "2025 – the Year of Peace and Trust" and the celebration of the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's Permanent … [Read more...]
Fitness Games-2025 in Ashgabat: A Sports Celebration for the 30th Anniversary of UAE–Turkmenistan Diplomatic Relations
Elvira Kadyrova, Ravilya Kadyrova, Tamir Shakirov On 4 October 2025, the annual Fitness Games "UAE – Turkmenistan" sporting event took place in Ashgabat’s Olympic Town under the patronage of the UAE Embassy in Turkmenistan. The event was dedicated to the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. The athletic battle brought together 120 participants, … [Read more...]
Historic second place of young Turkmen chess players at the Central Asian Championship
From July 20 to 29, the picturesque city of Cholpon-Ata ( Issyk-Kul , Kyrgyzstan) hosted the Central Asian Chess Championship with classical regulations among boys and girls. The tournament brought together the most talented chess players of the region, who competed in 12 categories - boys and girls under 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 and 18 years old. We are especially proud of the … [Read more...]
Marathon for Peace and Trust in Ashgabat: A Celebration of Sport and Unity (UPDATED with more pics)
Tamir Shakirov On May 31, 2025, Ashgabat hosted a vibrant sporting event—the "Marathon for Peace and Trust," organized by the Delegation of the European Union in Turkmenistan with the support of the Run-Rush public movement. Held in the scenic Independence Park, the race brought together over 500 participants, ranging from professional athletes to amateurs and local … [Read more...]
“Marathon for Peace and Trust” in Ashgabat Invites All!
The Delegation of the European Union to Turkmenistan, in partnership with the Committee for Physical Culture and Sports of Turkmenistan and the Ashgabat City Administration, warmly invites you to take part in the “Marathon for Peace and Trust” – a vibrant highlight of the Europe Day 2025 celebration in Turkmenistan! The event is being organised with the support of the … [Read more...]
United Nations Games 2025 Conclude with Celebration of Peace, Trust, and Sporting Excellence
The United Nations Headquarters in New York was filled with celebration and unity as over 300 diplomats, athletes, families, and guests gathered for the Closing Ceremony of the United Nations Games 2025. This year’s Games, held in April and May in accordance with UN General Assembly Resolution A/RES/78/325, marked a powerful tribute to the International Year of Peace and Trust … [Read more...]
Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan may jointly bid to host AFC Asian Cup 2031
Kyrgyzstan, Tajikista, and Uzbekistan are preparing to jointly bid to host the AFC Asian Cup 2031. This was announced by AFC president Shaikh Salman recently. The nations that have submitted the individual bids include Australia, India, Indonesia, Korea, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates. “The unprecedented level of interest we have witnessed reflects both the high … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan met with the Director General of the Olympic Council of Asia
On 23 January 2025, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the Director General of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), President of the World Aquatics Organization Hussein Al-Musallam. Hussein Al-Musallam expressed gratitude to the Head of state for his time and noted that the OCA highly appreciates Turkmenistan's efforts in the development of sports. He … [Read more...]
The National Leader of the Turkmen people is on a visit to Monaco
On 19 January, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov left on a visit to the Principality of Monaco. At the airport of the capital, he spoke with media representatives, saying that Monaco had been declared the "Sports Capital of the World in 2025." Berdimuhamedov stressed the important role of sport … [Read more...]
Международный теннисный турнир “Ashgabat Open 2024” стартовал в Ашхабаде
11 ноября в Ашхабаде состоялась торжественная церемония открытия Международного теннисного турнира "Ashgabat Open 2024" среди юношей и девушек до 14 лет, сообщает TDH. В соревнованиях принимают участие спортсмены из 12 стран Европы и Азии, включая Великобританию, Индию, Иран, Иорданию, Казахстан, Малайзию, Объединенные Арабские Эмираты, Пакистан, Таджикистан, Турцию, … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan Sees Fourfold Increase in Turkmen Tourists
Kazakhstan witnessed a significant surge in tourism from Turkmenistan in 2023, with visitor numbers quadrupling to approximately 20,000. This was announced by Kazakhstan’s Minister of Sports and Tourism Yermek Marzhikpayev during a meeting with Turkmen Ambassador Batyr Rejepov on 22 July 2024. Kazakhstan's diverse landscape and abundant resources have fostered the growth of … [Read more...]
Events abroad in honor of World Bicycle Day
Sports events were held in diplomatic missions of Turkmenistan abroad in honor of World Bicycle Day, which was proclaimed by the UN General Assembly in 2018 on the initiative of Turkmenistan. On May 31, 2024, in London, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the UK held cultural and sports events dedicated to World Bicycle Day, as well as to the 300th anniversary of the great … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Claims Silver at Central Asian Volleyball Championship
The Turkmen volleyball team secured a strong second-place finish at the 2nd Engro Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA), held in Islamabad, Pakistan, from 11 to 17 May 2024. Pakistan emerged victorious, claiming the gold medal after defeating Turkmenistan in the final match. In the battle for bronze, Kyrgyzstan dominated Sri Lanka 3-1 (25-20, 25-17, 20-25, 25-23) to … [Read more...]
Netherlands and Turkmenistan starts football cooperation
Today, on 1 May 2024, the first video meeting between the Football Federation of Turkmenistan and the Royal Dutch Football Association (KNVB) took place. Acting Chairman of the Football Federation of Turkmenistan (FFT) Guvanchmukhamed Ovekov, Head Coach of the national team Mergen Orazov and Ambassador of Turkmenistan Sapar Palvanov joined the meeting from the Turkmen … [Read more...]
Ambassador of Pakistan hosts reception for volleyball team of Turkmenistan traveling to Islamabad
Ambassador Ahsan Wagan hosted on 24 April 2024 a reception for the National Volleyball Team of Turkmenistan. The team is traveling to Islamabad for participation in the zone 5 Asian Volleyball Tournament that will take place 9-17 May 2024. The ambassador, in his speech, welcomed the National Volleyball Team of Turkmenistan and wished them great success during the … [Read more...]
Turkmen Hockey Team “Galkan” Clinches Gold at International Tournament
The international ice hockey tournament concluded in Ashgabat on 20 April 2024. Ten teams from Asia and Europe battled it out for six days at the Winter Sports Complex. These teams included Bahrain, Belarus, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Oman, Russia, Uzbekistan, Türkiye, and Turkmenistan. In the bronze medal match, Phoenix (Uzbekistan) faced off against Volat (Belarus). The … [Read more...]
Japan Honors Turkmenistan Karate-Do Federation Honorary Chairman for Promoting Sport
Honorary Chairman of the Karate-do Federation of Turkmenistan Mametnazarov Yashuzak was awarded a Certificate of Honor from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan, the Embassy of Japan in Turkmenistan reports in social networks. The diploma was solemnly presented by the Ambassador of Japan to Ashgabat Hiroyuki Yamamoto at his residence. Mametnazarov first started … [Read more...]
Consulate General of Turkmenistan in Kazan created a student sports group
On 6 June 2022, the Consulate General of Turkmenistan in the Russian Federation (Kazan) hosted a meeting with Turkmen students who are actively involved in sports, including those who regularly participate in major sports events in the professional league in Russia. During the meeting, the proposal to create a student sports group under the Consulate, which includes Turkmen … [Read more...]