President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, during a recent cabinet meeting, addressed Türkiye's long-standing relationship with the European Union, framing his remarks less as a critique than as a call for a more honest and forward-looking partnership. The president argued that a fully integrated Türkiye would substantially strengthen Europe's capacity to act as a coherent global … [Read more...]
Planting resilience in arid landscapes: Türkiye supports Turkmenistan’s forest restoration efforts
In landscapes where water is scarce and the climate is unforgiving, every tree planted is an investment in resilience. Under the Forest Restoration Improvement for Environmental Development and Sustainability in Central Asia (FRIENDS) project, implemented within the FAO-Türkiye Forestry Partnership Programme (FTFP), Türkiye is taking a concrete step to support Turkmenistan’s … [Read more...]
Türkiye’s Second-Largest Contracting Market: Erdoğan Pledges to Boost Turkmenistan Economic Ties
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has underscored the strong fraternal bonds between Türkiye and Turkmenistan, emphasizing shared history, culture, and economic potential during his recent visit to Ashgabat for the International Forum on Peace and Trust. Speaking to journalists on his return flight to Türkiye, President Erdoğan expressed gratitude to the National Leader of the … [Read more...]
Erdogan at the Forum in Ashgabat: Türkiye is Ready to Take Responsibility for Peace and Dialogue
In an era of global conflicts and uncertainty, Ashgabat has become a platform for a powerful call for peace: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, speaking at the International Forum “Peace and Trust: Unity of Goals for a Sustainable Future,” emphasized Ankara's readiness to take responsibility for dialogue and stability. Speaking at the plenary session of the Forum, … [Read more...]
A ritual uniting continents: The celebration of the World Turkish Coffee Day at the residence of Ambassador Ahmet Demirok
Elvira Kadyrova On 5 December 2025 in Ashgabat, at the residence of the Ambassador of Türkiye Ahmet Demirok, an event took place to mark World Turkish Coffee Day. Representatives from diplomatic circles, public and cultural figures, and mass media participated in the celebration. Welcoming the guests, Ambassador Ahmet Demirok told to the attendees about the significance … [Read more...]
Erdogan to Visit Turkmenistan for Gas Supply Negotiations: Türkiye Strengthens Energy Diversification
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Türkiye will make a state visit to Turkmenistan next week, where one of the key topics will be expanding cooperation in the field of natural gas supplies. This was announced by Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar during a meeting with journalists in Istanbul, as reported by TASS. According to the minister, the visit … [Read more...]
A Meeting of the Research Center for the Study of Magtymguly Pyragy Creative Legacy Held in Türkiye
On November 7, 2025, a meeting of the Research Center for the Study of the Works of the Great Turkmen Poet and Thinker Magtymguly Pyragy, operating under the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Republic of Türkiye, was held in Ankara. The event was attended by prominent scholars, literary critics, and researchers of Magtymguly Pyragy works, as well as representatives of Turkey’s … [Read more...]
330th Anniversary of Dowletmammed Azadi Celebrated in Ankara
On November 6, 2025, a presentation of the Turkish-language edition of the book “Wagzy-Azat”, published in honor of the 330th anniversary of the birth of the prominent Turkmen thinker and poet Dowletmammed Azadi, took place at the headquarters of the International Organization of Turkic Culture (TURKSOY) in Ankara. The event was held within the framework of the Week of … [Read more...]
Meeting of the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Türkiye with the Deputy Chairman of the Justice and Development Party
On November 6, 2025, a meeting was held between the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Türkiye, Mekan Ishangulyyev, and the Deputy Chairman of the Justice and Development Party (AK Parti) of the Republic of Türkiye, Kürşad Zorlu. During the meeting, the parties discussed current issues of Turkmen-Turkish cooperation in the political, economic, and … [Read more...]
Embassy of Turkiye hosts reception to mark National Day
nCa News and Commentary Ambassador Ahmet Demorok and spouse hosted on 29 October 2025 a reception in Ashgabat to mark the 102nd anniversary of the Proclamation of the Republic of Turkiye. Here is the text of the message of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan read by Ambassador Demirok: My dear nation, Esteemed guests, who share our pride in different countries around the … [Read more...]
OGT 2025: BOTAŞ says Long-Term, Large-Scale Turkmen Gas Supply to Türkiye is the Next Goal
Abdulvahit Fidan, General Director of BOTAŞ (Petroleum Pipeline Corporation of Türkiye), delivered an address at the opening session of 30th International Conference and Exhibition “Oil & Gas of Turkmenistan – OGT 2025,” celebrating the historic commencement of Turkmen gas supplies and outlining Türkiye's strategic vision for making these deliveries long-term … [Read more...]
National Leader of Turkmenistan Calls for Coordinated Action by OTS on Global Stage
At the 12th Summit of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) held in Gabala on 7 October 2025, the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, delivered a speech emphasizing key aspects of cooperation among Turkic states and Turkmenistan’s role in promoting peace, stability, and cultural … [Read more...]
OTS Summit: Turkic States Adopt Gabala Declaration, Pledge Deeper Strategic Partnership, Establish OTS+ cooperation mechanism
Hosted by the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, the 12th Summit of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) was held on 7 October 2025 in Gabala under the theme “Regional Peace and Security.” The Summit was attended by: The Chairman and Members of the Council of Elders of the OTS, as well as the Heads of the Turkic Cooperation Organizations, were also in … [Read more...]
Marcus Aurelius Statue returns to its homeland, Türkiye, after 65 years
Türkiye, as part of its enduring commitment to the sustainability of cultural heritage, has achieved another milestone in preservation and repatriation efforts. After 65 years, the bronze statue of Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, looted from the ancient city of Boubon in Burdur, was returned to its homeland in cooperation with U.S. authorities, following its years-long display … [Read more...]
Ashgabat Honors Victims of the 15 July Coup Attempt and Celebrates Türkiye’s Democracy and National Unity Day
On 15 July 2025, a commemorative ceremony and photo exhibition marking the ninth anniversary of the 15 July 2016 coup attempt were held at the Cultural Center of the Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye in Turkmenistan. The event coincided with Türkiye’s Democracy and National Unity Day, observed annually in tribute to the heroic resistance of the Turkish … [Read more...]
President of Türkiye and National Leader of Turkmenistan Hold Telephone Conversation
On 29 June 2025, a telephone conversation took place between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, and the President of the Republic of Türkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. President Erdoğan extended his heartfelt congratulations to Hero-Arkadag on the occasion of his birthday, highlighting his significant contribution to the steady strengthening of … [Read more...]
National Leader of Turkmenistan Meets with Chairman of Rönesans Holding
On 29 June 2025, the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbangluy Berdimuhamedov, held a meeting with Erman Ilıcak, Chairman of the Board of Rönesans Holding. During the meeting, Ilıcak conveyed his appreciation for the opportunity to visit Turkmenistan, which he referred to as a country with which he shares … [Read more...]
Representatives of Turkmenistan’s tourism agencies visited Antalya
The Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA) and Turkish Airlines organized a familiarization trip to Turkey’s tourism capital, Antalya, in May. Representatives from ten Turkmenistan tourism agencies participated in the trip. As part of a program focused on sea, sand, and sun, Turkmen specialists visited eight hotels with high standards and outstanding … [Read more...]
Cultural event dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust organized in Ankara
On May 28, 2025, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Republic of Türkiye organized a cultural event in the building of the Ankara University of Music and Fine Arts dedicated to the proclamation of 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust, as well as the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality. As part of the gala concert, Turkmen students presented a … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Türkiye to Develop a Strategic Roadmap for Higher Education Cooperation
On 22 May 2025, a high-level Turkish delegation, led by Chairman of the Council for Higher Education Erol Özvar, met with Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan B. Orazdurdiyeva and Minister of Education J. Gurbangeldiev. The discussions focused on strengthening educational collaboration between the two nations. Welcoming the Turkish delegation, … [Read more...]
Investment potential of Turkmenistan presented at a meeting with the business community of the Republic of Türkiye
On April 19, 2025, in the building of the Union of Chambers of Commerce and Industry and Exchanges of Afyonkarahisar, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Türkiye organized a business forum on the topic "Turkmenistan and Türkiye: modern directions of economic cooperation". The event brought together more than 100 heads of Turkish companies and non-governmental structures. The … [Read more...]
The importance of Turkmenistan’s permanent Neutrality discussed at the fourth Antalya Diplomatic Forum
On 11 April 2025, a delegation of Turkmenistan headed by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers H.Geldimyradov took part in the fourth Antalya Diplomatic Forum (ADF-2025). The high-level event was held at the Nest Congress Center in Antalya, Türkiye. The annual Antalya Diplomatic Forum (ADF) is an initiative aimed at creating a broad dialogue platform for exchanging … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Türkiye strengthen cooperation in the field of education
On 8 April 2025, the Minister of Education of Turkmenistan, Jumamyrad Gurbangeldiyev, met with the Head of the Presidency for Turks Abroad and Related Communities (YTB) Abdullah Eren, who is on ýisit to Ashagbat. The sides noted the high level of Turkmen-Turkish relations based on mutual respect, equality, as well as deep historical and … [Read more...]
Chairman of the Department for Turks Abroad and Related Communities of Türkiye Abdullah Eren on an official visit to Ashgabat
Since April 7, Head of the Presidency for Turks Abroad and Related Communities (YTB) Abdullah Eren has been on an official visit to Ashgabat. During the visit, a number of important meetings are planned with representatives of the Turkmen government and educational institutions. The program of the visit includes negotiations with the Minister of Culture … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan and Energy Minister of Türkiye discuss energy partnership prospects
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Minister of Energy and Natural Resources of Türkiye Alparslan Bayraktar held important discussions on 19 March 2025, with focus on energy cooperation, particularly gas supplies. Alparslan arrived in Ashgabat at the head of the delegation to participate in the International Conference "International Year of Peace and Trust: the Role of … [Read more...]
Türkiye seeks to strengthen energy partnership with Turkmenistan
On 19 March, Turkish Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar met in Ashgabat with Batyr Amanov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan responsible for oil and natural gas, and Maksat Babayev, Chairman of the Turkmengaz State Concern, to discuss the implementation of joint energy projects between the two countries. "During our … [Read more...]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov and Turkish Energy Officials discuss enhanced gas and electricity cooperation
On 19 March 2025, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Turkish Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar and CEO of Botaş Abdulvahid Fidan. The Minister of Energy and Natural Resources of Türkiye noted that the proclamation of 2025 on the initiative of Turkmenistan as … [Read more...]
National Leader Praises Rönesans Holding’s Contributions to Turkmenistan’s Development
National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, held a meeting on 19 March with Erman Yılıcak, Chairman of the Board of Rönesans Holding, a leading Turkish construction company. Yılıcak provided an update on Rönesans Holding's current projects within Turkmenistan. Arkadag noted that over the years of … [Read more...]
The National Leader of Turkmenistan met with the Chairman of the Turkish holding company Çalik Holding
On March 19, 2025, on the sidelines of the International Conference "International Year of Peace and Trust: the Role of Interregional Economic Cooperation in ensuring Sustainable Development", the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with the Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Çalik Holding … [Read more...]
Meeting of the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Türkiýe with the Deputy Chairman of the AK Party
On March 10, 2025, a meeting was held between the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Türkiýe Mekan Ishangulyev and the Deputy Chairman of the AK Party of the Republic of Türkiýe Kursad Zorlu. During the meeting, the parties discussed current issues of Turkmen-Turkish cooperation in the political, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres. Particular attention was paid to the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Türkiye strengthen cooperation in the field of education
The 4th meeting of the Joint Intergovernmental Turkmen-Turkish Council for Cooperation in Education was held in Ankara. The delegation of the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan, headed by Minister Jumamyrad Gurbangeldiev was on a working visit to the capital of the Republic of Türkiye on 24-25 February 2025, according to the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. The key … [Read more...]
The ITF Tourism Exhibition will be held in September in Istanbul
The ITF tourism exhibition, organized by the Dream Project and MICE, will be held in Istanbul from 25 to 26 September 2025. The event will take place at the Yenikapi-Avrasya Performing Arts Center. The purpose of the event is to bring together tourism industry professionals from Türkiye and around the world, create conditions for entering a new stage of business cooperation, … [Read more...]
Eighth meeting of the intergovernmental commission of Türkiye and Turkmenistan in Ankara: new horizons of cooperation
On 25 February 2025, the eighth meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation between Türkiye and Turkmenistan was held in Ankara, at the Presidential Complex, aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and expanding economic partnership. The meeting was chaired by Vice President of Türkiye Cevdet Yilmaz and Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of … [Read more...]
The Turkmen delegation is on a visit to Ankara – the President of Türkiye receives the Speaker of Turkmenistan Parliament
A delegation of Turkmenistan headed by Chairperson of the Mejlis Dunyagozel Gulmanova is on a visit to Ankara. On 25 February 2025, Gulmanova met with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the Presidential Complex. During the meeting, the Speaker of the Parliament of Turkmenistan conveyed greetings and best wishes from President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and … [Read more...]
Turkish minister speaks on gas imports from Turkmenistan, other plans in oil and gas international cooperation
Türkiye's Energy and Natural Resources Minister, Alparslan Bayraktar, in an interview with the Turkish publication Hürriyet has announced the start of a new era in oil and natural gas exploration, both domestically and internationally. Speaking of the gas imports from Turkmenistan, he said that the Turkmen gas will flow through the territory of Iran from 1 March 2025. The … [Read more...]
Türkiye’s investments in the Eurasian region: significant growth and diversification
According to the latest Report of the Eurasian Development Bank "The EDB Monitoring of Mutual Investments (EDB MMI) on the Eurasian Continent", the volume of Türkiye’s stock foreign direct investment in the countries of the Eurasian region reached $ 12.3 billion at the end of the first half of 2024. This represents a significant increase of 34% compared to 2016 and 8.8% … [Read more...]
Trans-Caspian TIR pilot boosts global lithium-ion battery supply chains
The first Trans-Caspian corridor shipment of lithium-ion batteries from China to Türkiye under the TIR system has demonstrated the potential for faster trade by significantly reducing transport times. A pilot TIR operation via the Trans-Caspian route saw ten trucks operated by Chinese hauliers carry lithium-ion batteries from China’s Alashankou border crossing to … [Read more...]
The fight for truth in the age of information technology
Prof. Fahrettin Altun,Head of the Communication Directorate of the Republic of Türkiye We live in an era that not only offers humanity new opportunities, but also poses serious challenges. In the current century, when it is difficult to keep up with the speed of providing and disseminating information, the communication ecosystem is undergoing a process of radical … [Read more...]
Historical Discovery in St. Nicholas Church: Sarcophagus Found
A sarcophagus was unearthed at St. Nicholas Church in the Demre district of Antalya, Türkiye. Excavation Head Assoc. Prof. Dr Ebru Fatma Fındık, a faculty member of Hatay Mustafa Kemal University's Department of Art History, provided information about the excavation work at the church and said, "Within the scope of Türkiye’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism’s Legacy to the … [Read more...]
BOTAŞ Commits to Supporting Turkmen Gas Export to Türkiye
On 6 December 2024, top officials from Turkmengaz, the state-owned energy concern, met in Ashgabat with a delegation led by Abdulvahit Fidan, General Director of BOTAŞ, the Turkish state oil and gas company. Maksat Babayev, Chairman of Turkmengaz, headed the Turkmen delegation. The meeting focused on enhancing Turkmen gas supplies to Türkiye and exploring … [Read more...]
Mutual investments of Türkiye and Turkmenistan exceeded US $ 200 million
The mutual investments between Turkmenistan and Türkiye exceeded US $ 200 million. This is reported in a press release from the Turkish Ministry of Trade on the meeting of Minister Ömer Bolat with President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of trade and economic … [Read more...]
Ankara hosted an international scientific and practical conference in honor of significant events in Turkmenistan
On December 5, 2024, Ankara hosted an international scientific and practical conference "The Concept of Peace of Magtymguly Fragi and the Diplomacy of Neutral Turkmenistan", dedicated to the 300th anniversary of the birth of the great thinker and poet of the East Makhtumkuli Fragi and the celebration of the 29th anniversary of the permanent Neutrality of Turkmenistan, as well … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan received the Minister of Trade of Türkiye
On Wednesday, 4 December, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Turkish Minister of Trade Ömer Bolat, who arrived in Ashgabat to participate in the Exhibition of Turkish Export Goods. At the beginning of the meeting, Bolat conveyed greetings to the President, as well as to the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of … [Read more...]
Ashgabat hosts an exhibition of Turkish export goods
On 4 December, a 3-day exhibition showcasing a diverse range of high-quality products from the Republic of Türkiye started in Ashgabat. This event coincided with a regular meeting of the Turkmen-Turkish Business Council. The exhibition presents a comprehensive display of Turkish goods, including industrial and agricultural equipment, spare parts, construction materials, … [Read more...]
Türkiye is determined to strengthen and diversify partnership with Turkmenistan, says Minister Ömer Bolat
Trade Minister of Türkiye Ömer Bolat took part in the opening of the 11th Exhibition of Turkish Export Goods in Ashgabat. "We are determined to continue our efforts to develop economic and commercial relations with our friendly and brotherly country, Turkmenistan, to increase mutual investments, and to reach a bilateral trade volume of $5 billion," he wrote on his page on … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan congratulated the participants of the Exhibition of Turkish export goods
The Exhibition of export goods of the Republic of Türkiye starts today in Ashgabat. This event, which has already become a tradition, underlines the importance of Türkiye as one of Turkmenistan's key trade and economic partners. The exhibition will showcase the achievements of dozens of Turkish companies in various sectors, including industry, agriculture, construction … [Read more...]
Over 70 companies will take part in the Exhibition of Turkish Export goods in Ashgabat
From 4-6 December, 2024, Ashgabat will host the 11th Exhibition of Turkish Export Goods with the participation of more than 70 Turkish companies and associations. The opening ceremony is expected to be attended by the Minister of Trade of Türkiye Omer Bolat along with a delegation. Trade Minister Bolat will visit the stands of Turkish companies at the fair after its opening. … [Read more...]
The delegation of Turkmenistan is studying Türkiye’s experience in the field of population statistics
From 25 to 30 November, 2024, a delegation of experts from Turkmenistan representing the State Committee of Turkmenistan on Statistics, the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry, the Ministry of Education and Science and the Registry Office is in Ankara, Türkiye. The visit, organized with the support of the Representative Office of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan will participate in the 10th World Halal Summit and Halal Expo 2024
From 27 to 30 November 2024, the 10th World Halal Summit will be held in Istanbul, where Turkmenistan will be represented by a delegation headed by Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan, Mr. Mergen Gurdov. Within the framework of this event, a B2B fair will take place, where companies from Turkmenistan will be able to hold direct negotiations with … [Read more...]
Turkmengaz Chairman met with Minister of Energy and Natural Resources of Türkiye in Istanbul
The State Minister of Turkmenistan and Chairman of Türkmengaz Maksat Babayev met with Alparslan Bayraktar, the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources of Türkiye to discuss bilateral cooperation in the fields of gas and oil, particularly the transportation of Turkmen gas to Europe, Turkish news outlets report. In a post on the social media platform X, Bayraktar … [Read more...]