The legendary Maiden’s Tower of İstanbul reopened as a monument and a museum on the centenary of the Republic of Türkiye after meticulous restoration works and several improvements. Kız Kulesi, or Maiden’s Tower, an iconic structure off the coast of İstanbul’s Asian side, has opened its doors again with the completion of the restoration process […]
Antalya’s Finike is named the 22nd Cittaslow city in Türkiye
Finike, the historic district in Antalya, is recognised into the International Cittaslow Association for its natural beauty, distinctive cuisine, and leisurely pace of life. With Finike joining the network, Türkiye now has 22 slow cities and districts registered with the International Cittaslow Association. After more than three years of effort and consultations, Finike, one of […]
Turkish embassy in Turkmenistan marks 500 years of Turkish Foreign Ministry – New plaque at embassy entrance unveiled
nCa News and Commentary The embassy of Türkiye in Turkmenistan hosted on 2 May 2023 an event to mark the 500 years of the Turkish Foreign Ministry. A photo exhibition was arranged in the embassy to show some key personalities and occasions in the long history of the diplomacy of the Ottoman Empire, merging with […]
Turkish Riviera offers sea, sand, sun and much more
The Mediterranean coast of Turkey, often known as the Turkish Riviera, attracts millions of domestic and international visitors each year because of its exceptional fusion of nature, history, and culture. The area is well-known worldwide for its immaculate beaches, warm sun, and turquoise sea, but it has much more to offer tourists. The Turkish Riviera offers a […]
These museums in İstanbul are just for children!
İstanbul, a leading global destination offering distinctive travel experiences, is also a great city to cater for children. İstanbul’s various museums expand children’s awareness of culture, arts, technology and history while creating fun moments for the entire family. İstanbul’s museums for children are also getting prepared for April 23rd, Türkiye’s National Sovereignty and Children’s Day. […]
National Leader of the Turkmen people Arkadag Berdimuhamedov met with the Chairman of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye
On Tuesday, April 4, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Chairman of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye Rifat Hisarcıklıoğlu. During the meeting, a wide range of issues of bilateral cooperation were discussed. Arkadag noted the expansion of the Turkmen-Turkish dialogue in […]
Accepted by the UN General Assembly after Türkiye’s proposal last year, ‘International Zero Waste Day’ is now celebrated all over the world
Last year, Türkiye submitted a proposal to the United Nations (UN) General Assembly to combat climate change and establish sustainable development plans. Following the UN General Assembly’s decision, March 30th is now celebrated as International Zero Waste Day worldwide. The UN General Assembly declared International Zero Waste Day, with Türkiye as the main presenter and […]
Ambassador of Turkmenistan hold a meeting at TURKSOY headquarters
Mekan Ishanguliyev, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Ankara, and Merdan Nurmuradov, the newly appointed Representative of Turkmenistan to TURKSOY met on 20 March 2023, Monday, with TURSKOY Secretary General Sultan Raev and staff members of the organization at organization’s headquarters. During the meeting, the sides discussed the cooperation between TURKSOY and Turkmenistan and future activities. […]
Istanbul is ready for the famous tulip season
The tulip season heralds the arrival of spring in Istanbul. Every year in April, some of Istanbul’s most popular spots are decorated with colourful spring tulips, transforming the city into a massive and delightful visual feast of bright beauty. For example, an expansive carpet of tulips is woven into Sultanahmet Square using the aquaculture method […]
Turkmenistan attended Extraordinary Summit of the Organization of Turkic States in Türkiye
nCa report The Extraordinary Summit of the Organization of Turkic States, initiated by Azerbaijan, was held in Ankara on 16 March 2023 on the theme of “Disaster-Emergency Management and Humanitarian Assistance.” Hosted by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Türkiye, and chaired by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan, as chairing country, the Summit was attended by: […]
The Voice of the World Chorus will Rise From Istanbul
İstanbul to Host the World Symposium on Choral Music İstanbul, one of the leading destinations of congress tourism, will host the World Symposium on Choral Music (WSCM) between 25-30 April. The symposium, hosted by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Turkey, will bring together the world’s best choirs and expert speakers […]
Experience the holy month of Ramadan in the İstanbul style
Istanbul, where two continents converge, is also the location of several extremely unique Ramadan customs. Ramadan, known in Turkish culture as the “Sultan of Eleven Months,” is a month of introspection, self-control, sharing, devotion, and fasting. Yet, this holy month is also observed peculiarly, particularly in Istanbul. Ramadan falls between March 23 and April 20 […]
Türkiye To Host GSTC 2023 Global Sustainable Tourism Conference
Türkiye is preparing to host the GSTC Sustainable Tourism Conference for the first time this year. The conference will take place in Antalya, the country’s tourism capital, between 9-12 May 2023. The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), which sets global standards for sustainable travel and tourism and manages the implementation of these standards, will organise The […]
After devastating earthquakes, reconstruction begins at full speed in Turkey
Turkiye, a resolute country and a resilient nation, has started rebuilding its cities and villages destroyed by the recent earthquakes. As the aftershocks still keep the population on the edge, the urge to get back on their own feet is what unites the people against the massive challenges. The government of Turkiye has started the […]
Suddenly, so many earthquakes in Turkey – Why?
nCa Report Another earthquake, of magnitude 5.6, hit the same southern regions of Turkey on 27 February 2023 where the massive death and destruction was caused by four major earthquakes on 6 and 7 February. Since then, in a space of less than three weeks, more than 10000 aftershocks have been registered across the 11 […]
Turkmenistan is preparing to send a third plane with humanitarian aid to Turkiye – Ambassador Togan Oral
Ambassador of Turkiye to Ashgabat Togan Oral said that Turkmenistan is preparing to send a third plane with humanitarian aid to the victims of the earthquakes, called the “catastrophe of the century”. He told about this during his remarks at a charity event organized at the Turkish visa center in Ashgabat to help victims of […]
This Valentine Day, please donate a blanket to earthquake victims in Turkiye
This Valentine Day, please consider donating a blanket for the earthquake victims in Turkiye. The address of the collection point in Ashgabat is given in the poster below:
Embassy of Turkey in Turkmenistan announces opening of banking account for transferring funds to help earthquake victims
The Embassy of Turkey in Turkmenistan informs about the opening of an account in the Turkmen-Turkish Commercial Bank for transferring funds to the accounts of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Disaster And Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD) and the Red Crescent, without a transfer fee. The text of the announcement can be found on the […]
Contact Information for Turkmen Citizens in Turkiye
Citizens of Turkmenistan located in the south-east of Turkey, where a strong earthquake occurred, which led to numerous human casualties, injuries and large-scale destruction, can contact the following phone numbers for advice and information. Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan: +99312445688 +99312445722 Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Republic of Turkey: +90(505)1315685 +903124417122(23,24) tmankara@yahoo.com Consul General […]
MFA: Turkmenistan sent humanitarian aid to the brotherly people of Republic of Türkiye
On February 7, 2023, under the instruction of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, humanitarian aid was sent to the Republic of Türkiye to the brotherly people of a friendly state affected by a severe earthquake. Humanitarian cargo consists of medicines, medical supplies and textiles. Doctors and medical workers have also been sent to Republic of Türkiye to […]
Earthquake in Turkey, Syria – Greater Central Asia must use its transport networks, other resources for immediate relief work, long-term solutions
nCa Analysis The death and destruction caused by the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria on 6 and 7 February 2023 is colossal by all means. According to the latest reports, as of the morning of 8 February 2023, the death toll is around 8000. All of the five countries of Central Asia acted swiftly and […]
Central Asia sent rescue teams to Turkey
Central Asian countries, like the whole world, responded to the troubles of Turkiye, which suffered from numerous deadly earthquakes. Turkmenistan has sent to Turkey a relief group of doctors and medical workers, basic necessities, such medicines and textile products. Rescuers of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan arrived on Tuesday, 7 February in Gaziantep. […]
More earthquakes adds to devastation in Turkey – Death toll exceeds 5000
Turkey and Syria were hit by more earthquakes on Tuesday, 7 February 2023. According to the media reports, two major earthquakes of 5.7 on the Richter scale Tuesday morning struck the same areas that were affected by the earthquake the previous day. The death toll has exceeded 5000 and rising fast. More than 20000 have […]
Turkmenistan sent aid to earthquake-stricken Turkiye
Turkmenistan has sent humanitarian aid to Turkiye, which suffered from the devastating earthquake. “This morning we saw off a plane carrying a medical team and supplies sent by fraternal Turkmenistan from Ashgabat to help the earthquake victims,” Ambassador of Turkiye to Turkmenistan Togan Oral wrote in his Instagram. On behalf of Turkmenistan, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov […]
Several cities in Turkey, Syria hit by 7.8 earthquake – Hundreds dead, thousands injured, left homeless
A massive earthquake, measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale, hit several cities in Turkey and Syria on Monday. The death toll is more than 700 and climbing. Thousands have been injured and rendered homeless. Eight provinces in Turkey including Gaziantep, Osmania, and Kahramanmaras have been affected. Many buildings have collapsed including the historic Gaziantep castle. […]
ECO Holds 26th Meeting of the Council of Ministers
The 26th Meeting of the ECO Council of Ministers (COM) was held in Tashkent on 24 January 2023 under the chairmanship of the Acting Foreign Minister of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Saidov. The event was attended by: Foreign minister of Azerbaijan Jeyhun Bayramov Foreign minister of Iran Hossein Amir Abdollahiyan Foreign minister of Kazakhstan – Mukhtar Tleuberdi […]
Rami Library, the Largest in İstanbul, Opened
The Ministry of Culture and Tourism welcomes visitors to the Rami Library. Located in Eyüpsultan, İstanbul, the Rami Library is set in the former 18th-century Rami Barracks. Following restoration, renovation and construction activities carried out following the original structure and materials, the Rami Library became the ‘largest library in İstanbul’ and is amongst the few leading […]
A memorable journey into history at the Troy Museum!
Inspiring some of the world’s oldest legends and witnesses to important historical events, Çanakkale presents history buffs with an unforgettable journey through time at the Troy Museum, featuring unique historical artefacts and digital exhibitions. Çanakkale, the pearl of the North Aegean and a distinctive travel paradise, offers its visitors countless experiences. In addition to sea-sand-sun […]
Experience a winter fairy tale with the Eastern Express in Türkiye
Operating between Türkiye’s capital city Ankara and Kars, one of the country’s most eastern cities, the ‘Eastern Express’ offers incredible urban and natural vistas, especially in the winter. Two separate train lines; the Eastern Express and the Touristic Eastern Express operate on the route, enabling travel enthusiasts to enjoy an unforgettable journey… Natural beauties, ancient […]
The Mediterranean Lakes District of Türkiye has been chosen as a must-visit destination in 2023
Set in Türkiye’s Mediterranean Basin, the Lakes District attracts attention with its impressive landscapes, abundant oxygenated nature and countless natural beauties – so much so that the area is among the ‘Top 50 Places to Travel in 2023’… Located within the borders of the Afyonkarahisar, Antalya, Burdur, Isparta and Konya provinces in southern Türkiye, the […]
Türkiye will host a series of theater festivals
The Turkish Embassy in Turkmenistan has announced a series of international theater festivals to be held in six cities of Türkiye: 10th International Theater Festival of the Balkan Countries “Balkan Breeze” – Bursa, 4-18 March 2023 A “Balkan Countries Theaters Festival” is organized in Bursa every year in spring lead by Turkish State Theaters, in […]
Turkmenistan to enhance logistics cooperation with a number of countries
The Association “Turkmen Logistics” is going to establish partnership ties with a number of foreign countries. “Work continues on setting up mutually beneficial cooperation with relevant associations and unions of countries such as Iran, Afghanistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Romania, Germany, and other European and Asian countries”, wrote Rustam Seyidov, Deputy Chairman of the Association “Turkmen Logistics” […]
30 March proclaimed International Day of Zero Waste
The “Zero Waste Project”, which has entered its fifth year under the auspices of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s wife Emine Erdoğan, received support at the UN level and 30 March was proclaimed “International Day of Zero Waste”. Launched five years ago under the patronage of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s wife Emine Erdoğan, The Zero Waste […]
Joint Statement of the First summit of the Heads of state of Turkmenistan, Türkiye and Azerbaijan
A Joint Statement of the First summit of the Heads of state of Turkmenistan, Türkiye and Azerbaijan stressed the importance of developing cooperation in energy, transport and trade sectors. The document, consisting of 25 articles, expressed commitments that spanned various principles in interstate relations including on equality of rights, mutual respect, and mutually beneficial cooperation, […]
First Ladies of Türkiye and Azerbaijan visited fashion show and Turkmen national crafts expo
On the sidelines of the summit of the Heads of State of Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, and Türkiye, First Vice-President of Azerbaijan Mehriban Aliyeva, wife of Gurbangluy Berdimuhamedov – Ogulgerek Berdimuhamedova and First Lady of Türkiye Emine Erdogan visited the exhibitions of Turkmen national fine arts and fashion show. According to Trend report, the exhibition area consisted […]
Turkmenistan-Türkiye-Azerbaijan Summit in Awaza: Some Photos from Highest level Meetings
National Tourist Zone Awaza, Turkmenistan, 14 December 2022: President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan of Turkiye met with President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan met with President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev Arkadag Berdimuhamedov met with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Türkiye Arkadag Berdimuhamedov met with President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan (photo source – […]
Russia and Türkiye actively discuss gas hub idea on the eve of the trilateral summit in Turkmenistan
Joint energy projects and creating a gas hub in Türkiye were discussed among other issues between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan during telephone talks on Sunday, 11 Dec. “The special importance of joint energy projects, primarily in the gas industry, was emphasised. Following the recent talks in Istanbul by Gazprom […]
World Turkish Coffee Day in Ashgabat
On 5 December, on the occasion of the World Turkish Coffee Day, the Embassy of Türkiye organized a coffee table where everyone could taste an invigorating drink and delicious Turkish Rahat lokum on this frosty day. On Turkiye’s initiative, UNESCO added Turkish coffee to the List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in December 2013 and declared […]
President of Turkmenistan to visit Türkiye early next year
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov will pay an official visit to Turkiye early next year. The statement came from Turkish foreign minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu on Monday during a joint press conference with his Turkmen counterpart Rashid Meredov in Ankara. According to Turkish top diplomat, the parties discussed the preparations for the Türkiye-Turkmenistan-Azerbaijan trilateral summit, to […]
Cargo turnover along the Middle Corridor may grow to 10 million tons per year in three years
The capacity of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TMTM) or the Middle Corridor may increase to 10 million tons per year by 2025. The agreement on this was reached during the Ministerial Meeting on Trans-Caspian Connectivity, which was attended by the foreign and transport ministers of Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Türkiye. The meeting took place […]
Economic integration and transport connectivity under the spotlight of the summit of the Organization of Turkic States in Samarkand
Elvira Kadyrova On 11 November 2022, the ninth summit of the Organization of Turkic States took place in Samarkand, the capital of the Turkic civilization. The summit was attended by: President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan President Sadyr Japarov of Kyrgyzstan President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of […]
Awarding ceremony at the Summit of the Organization of Turkic States
At the end of the summit of the Council of Heads of State of the Organization of Turkic States, an award ceremony was held. President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev summarized the results of the summit and noted the achievement of important decisions and agreements. The special contribution of the President of the […]
99th Anniversary of the Proclamation of the Republic of Türkiye
Togan Oral, Ambassador of Türkiye to Turkmenistan Today, we celebrate the 99th anniversary of the foundation of the Republic of Türkiye with utmost pride and joy in our fatherland, Turkmenistan. The Republic, declared on October 29, 1923, following the victory of the Independence War of the Turkish nation under the leadership of the great leader […]
Central Asian countries and strategic partners supported Uzbekistan’s actions to calm the unrests in Karakalpakstan
nCa Report Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan have expressed support for Uzbekistan in connection with the recent unrests in Karakalpakstan, a republic that is part of Uzbekistan. The ministry of foreign affairs of Turkmenistan issued a press release on Tuesday, 5 July, which states the following: “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan expresses concerns […]
Erdogan invited the President of Turkmenistan to visit Turkiye
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has invited President Serdar Berdimuhamedov to visit Turkiye. The invitation and a written message from the Turkish leader, were handed over to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov during his meeting with Turkish Vice President Fuat Oktay on Friday, 1 July. Oktay arrived in Ashgabat to participate as a co-chair in the sixth […]
SerdarGB met with the heads of Turkish companies
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov had separate meetings Monday, 27 Jun, with the CEOs of Turkish companies Çalik Holding, Polimeks and Rönesans Holding. Çalik Holding During the meeting with Ahmet Chalyk, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Çalik Holding Group of Companies, the current state and prospects for further cooperation were discussed. The businessman informed […]
Türkiye to host trilateral FMs meeting with Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan
A trilateral meeting of foreign minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu of Türkiye with his Turkmen counterpart Rashid Meredov and Azerbaijani foreign minister Jeyhun Bayramov will take place on Monday, 6 June, reports Daily Sabah newspaper. Supposedly, the meeting will discuss preparations for the upcoming trilateral summit of presidents, which Turkmenistan will host. The agenda of the session […]