During his speech at the 13th Central Asia-Korea Cooperation Forum in an online format, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan outlined the position of Turkmenistan on environmental issues. As is known, environmental safety is one of the key vectors of interaction within the framework of the Central Asia-Korea Cooperation Forum. Turkmenistan considers … [Read more...]
Сопредседатели Межправительственной туркмено-российской комиссии по экономическому сотрудничеству обсудили ключевые аспекты двусторонних связей
Сегодня, 25 ноября состоялась онлайн-встреча сопредседателей Межправительственной туркмено-российской комиссии по экономическому сотрудничеству Заместителя Председателя Кабинета Министров, Министра иностранных дел Туркменистана Р.О.Мередова и Заместителя Председателя Правительства Российской Федерации А.Л.Оверчука. Во встрече также участвовали руководители ряда ключевых … [Read more...]
Co-chairmen of the Intergovernmental Turkmen-Russian Commission on Economic Cooperation discussed the key aspects of bilateral ties
Today, on November 25, an online meeting took place between the Co-chairmen of the Intergovernmental Turkmen-Russian Commission on Economic Cooperation, the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan R.O.Meredov and the Deputy Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation A.L.Overchuk. The meeting was also attended … [Read more...]
Ashgabat branch of NBP in voluntary liquidation – Pakistan remains committed to TAPI corridor
The Ashgabat branch of NBP (National Bank of Pakistan) has announced that it is starting the procedure for voluntary liquidation. It is an administrative decision taken by the board of directors of the bank but certain websites have tried to convey the impression that Pakistan may have lost interest in TAPI (Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India) gas pipeline … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan will continue to cooperate with Afghanistan on security issues
On November 23, 2020, a two-day high-level online conference on Afghanistan, organized by the Governments of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan and the Republic of Finland in cooperation with the United Nations, kicked off in Geneva. This Conference, which brings together high-ranking representatives from dozens of countries of the world and leading international … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan is convinced of the need to attract political-diplomatic tools to achieve peace and prosperity in Afghanistan
The plenary session of the High-level Conference on Afghanistan, which is being held online in Geneva, took place today. During the meeting, the heads of foreign affairs agencies of dozens of countries of the world, including Russia, Iran, Switzerland, the USA, as well as the representatives of the UN and its divisions, the European Union and other multilateral structures … [Read more...]
Construction of the TAPI gas pipeline in Afghanistan territory will continue next year
During the plenary session of the High Level Conference on Afghanistan, the parties discussed issues of economic cooperation. Speaking at the event, President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan Mohammad Ashraf Ghani spoke about the economic situation in the country. Expressing gratitude for the aspiration of the world community to facilitate the involvement of … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan attaches particular importance to humanitarian ties with Afghanistan
Today, at the plenary session of the High-level Conference on Afghanistan, discussions were held on issues of a social and humanitarian nature. The sides considered the possibilities of assisting Afghanistan for the earliest possible normalization of the life of the Afghan people.The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan spoke about the key actions of Turkmenistan in the … [Read more...]
The important role of Turkmenistan was noted during the high-level meeting on regional cooperation
On November 23, 2020, a high-level meeting on regional cooperation in the framework of the Conference on Afghanistan was held online. Turkmenistan was represented at this event by the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan R. Meredov. During the meeting, which was attended by the heads of state and government, as well as … [Read more...]
Отмечена важная роль Туркменистана в ходе встречи высокого уровня по региональному сотрудничеству
23 ноября 2020 года в онлайн формате прошла встреча высокого уровня по региональному сотрудничеству в рамках Конференции по Афганистану. Туркменистан был представлен на данном мероприятии Заместителем Председателя Кабинета Министров, Министром иностранных дел Туркменистана Р. Мередовым. В ходе встречи, в которой принимали участие главы государств и правительств, а также … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan participates to the 2020 Afghanistan Conference
On the 23rd of November 2020, a two-day 2020 Afghanistan Conference has started in Geneva in the online format under the chairmanship of the Governments of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan and the Republic of Finland jointly with the United Nations. The given Conference has united the high-ranking representatives of more than 100 countries and international organizations. … [Read more...]
Туркменистан принимает участие в Конференции высокого уровня по Афганистану в Женеве
23 ноября 2020 года в Женеве началась двухдневная Конференция высокого уровня по Афганистану, которая проходит в онлайн формате под председательством правительств Исламской Республики Афганистан и Финляндской Республики совместно с Организацией Объединенных Наций. Данная Конференция объединила высокопоставленных представителей из более 100 стран мира и международных … [Read more...]
Video meeting between minister of trade of Turkey and deputy prime minister of Turkmenistan for trade
A video-conference meeting was held between H.E Mrs. Ruhsar Pekcan, Minister of Trade of the Republic of Turkey, and H.E. Mr. Chary Gylyjov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan (trade), on 19 November 2020. During the meeting, which offered an opportunity to comprehensively evaluate the economic and commercial issues in the agenda of Turkey and … [Read more...]
Charge d’affaires of UAE Embassy in Turkmenistan Mr. Abdulaziz AlHashemi visited Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan
Charge d’affaires of the UAE Embassy in Turkmenistan H.E. Mr. Abdulaziz AlHashemi visited Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and met with students. Mr. Abdulaziz AlHashemi gave more explanation about EXPO Dubai 2020, UAE welcomes the world on October 2021, Expo is ready to convene the global community in a spirit of … [Read more...]
Charge d’Affaires of UAE delivers online lecture to university students in Turkmenistan
Abdulaziz Al-Hashemi, the Charge d’affaires of the UAE Embassy in Turkmenistan delivered an online lecture to students of the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Turkmen State Institute of Economics and Management and the Turkmen State Institute of Finance. The topic of the lecture was dedicated to the 25th anniversary … [Read more...]
Presentation of Japanese language edition of the book of President Berdimuhamedov
The presentation of the Japanese language edition of the book of President Berdimuhamedov – Traditions of Turkmen Statehood – took place at the Oguzkhan Engineering and Technological University in Ashgabat on 19 November 2020. During the ceremony the rectors of the Oguzkhan Engineering and Technological University of Turkmenistan, the Dovletmammed Azadi Turkmen National … [Read more...]
Туркменистан и Швеция обсуждают вопросы наращивания потенциала двустороннего взаимодействия
18 ноября 2020 года состоялась встреча Министра иностранных дел Туркменистана Рашида Мередова с Министром иностранных дел Королевства Швеция г-жой Анн Линде в формате видеоконференции. В ходе конструктивной беседы дипломаты обсудили широкий спектр двусторонних вопросов, обменялись мнениями касательно региональной и международной повестки дня. Также руководители МИД двух … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Sweden discuss issues of building the potential of bilateral cooperation
On November 18, 2020, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met via videoconferencing with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Sweden, Ms. Ann Linde. During the constructive conversation, the diplomats discussed a wide range of bilateral issues, exchanged views on the regional and international agenda. Also, the heads of the Foreign … [Read more...]
Туркменистан поддерживает процессы нераспространения и разоружения
В ходе видеоконференции с Генеральным директором Отделения ООН в Женеве, Генеральным секретарем Конференции по разоружению Татьяной Валовой, Министр иностранных дел Туркменистана отметил важность укрепления международного сотрудничества для достижения всеобщей безопасности и подтвердил заинтересованность Туркменистана в продвижении Единой концепции безопасности. В рамках … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan supports non-proliferation and disarmament processes
During a video conference with the Director General of the UN Office at Geneva, Secretary General of the Conference on Disarmament Tatyana Valova, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan noted the importance of strengthening international cooperation to achieve global security and reaffirmed Turkmenistan's interest in promoting the Common Concept of Security. As part … [Read more...]
Министр иностранных дел Туркменистана и Генеральный Директор отделения ООН в Женеве обсудили актуальные вопросы сотрудничества
18 ноября 2020 года Министр иностранных дел Туркменистана Рашид Мередов встретился посредством видеоконференцсвязи с Генеральным директором Отделения ООН в Женеве, Генеральным секретарем Конференции по разоружению Татьяной Валовой. В ходе встречи стороны подчеркнули высокий уровень многолетнего сотрудничества между Туркменистаном и Организацией Объединенных Наций по различным … [Read more...]
Делегация Туркменистана приняла участие на 8-ой встрече секретарей совета безопасности государств-участников СНГ
18 ноября 2020 года в формате видеоконференцсвязи состоялась восьмая встречa секретарей совета безопасности государств-участников СНГ. На встрече туркменскую делегацию возглавил Заместитель Председателя Кабинета Министров, Секретарь Государственного Совета Безопасности Туркменистана Ч.Аманов. В работе заседания также приняли участие Председатель Исполнительного Комитета - … [Read more...]
The delegation of Turkmenistan took part in the 8th meeting of the Secretaries of the Security Council of the CIS member states
On November 18, 2020, the eighth meeting of the Secretaries of the Security Council of the CIS member states was held in the format of videoconference. At the meeting, the Turkmen delegation was headed by the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Secretary of the State Security Council of Turkmenistan Ch.Amanov. The meeting was also attended by the Chairman of the … [Read more...]
Министр культуры Туркменистана принял участие на 35-ом заседании Совета по культурному сотрудничеству государств-участников СНГ
18 ноября 2020 года состоялось ХХXV заседание Совета по культурному сотрудничеству государств-участников СНГ. Делегацию Туркменистана возглавил министр культуры страны А.Шамурадов. На встрече были обсуждены вопросы интенсификации культурного обмена стран, ход выполнения Основных мероприятий сотрудничества государств-участников СНГ в области культуры на 2016-2020 годы, в том … [Read more...]
The Minister of Culture of Turkmenistan took part in the 35th meeting of the Council for Cultural Cooperation of the CIS Member States
On November 18, 2020, the XXXV meeting of the Council for Cultural Cooperation of the CIS Member States was held. The delegation of Turkmenistan was headed by the Minister of Culture of the country A. Shamuradov. At the meeting, the issues of intensifying the cultural exchange of countries, the progress of the Main activities of cooperation of the CIS member states in the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan took part in 16th ministerial meeting in the format “Central Asia – European Union”
On November 17, 2020, the 16th Ministerial Meeting in the "Central Asia - European Union" format was held with the participation of the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Vice President of the European Commission Josep Borell. The meeting was also attended by the European Commissioner for International Cooperation Jutta … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan – United Arab Emirates: a quarter-century of experience, milestones of the future
As in the life of every person, there are special dates and memorable events in the history of bilateral interstate relations. And probably one of these events is the establishment of bilateral relations between the two countries. The establishment of diplomatic relations, symbolizing the official start of mutually beneficial bilateral cooperation, provides an opportunity to … [Read more...]
25 million tree will be planted in Turkmenistan in 2020 in honor of 25th anniversary of the country’s neutrality
In 2020, 25 million seedlings of deciduous, fruit trees and grapes will be planted throughout Turkmenistan. This number marks the 25th anniversary of the country's permanent neutrality. Some of the trees were planted during a nationwide planting campaign held on November 7 with the participation of President of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. It was also attended by … [Read more...]
Garaşsyz Döwletleriň Arkalaşygynyň Hökümet Baştutanlarynyň Geňeşiniň mejlisi göni wideoaragatnaşyk arkaly geçirildi
2020-nji ýylyň 6-njy noýabrynda Garaşsyz Döwletleriň Arkalaşygynyň Hökümet Baştutanlarynyň Geňeşiniň mejlisi göni wideoaragatnaşyk arkaly geçirildi. Mejlise Azerbaýjan Respublikasynyň Premýer-ministri Ali Idaýat ogly Asadow, Ermenistan Respublikasynyň Premýer-ministri N.Paşinýan, Belarus Respublikasynyň Premýer-ministri R.Golowçenko, Gazagystan Respublikasynyň … [Read more...]
The meeting of the Council of CIS Heads of Governments was held in the format of a videoconference
On November 6, 2020, a meeting of the Council of Heads of Governments of the Commonwealth of Independent States was held in the format of a video conference. The meeting was attended by the Prime Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ali Idayat oglu Asadov, the Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia M.Grigoryan, the Prime Minister of the Republic of Belarus R. … [Read more...]
The 97th anniversary of the proclamation of the Republic of Turkey
Togan Oral, Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey to Turkmenistan Today, on 29th of October, we celebrate the 97th anniversary of the proclamation of the Republic of Turkey. Upon the proposal of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, a resolution regarding Constitutional amendment was unanimously adopted by the Turkish Grand National Assembly on 29 October 1923, followed by Atatürk’s … [Read more...]
Third session of joint committee on cooperation between Turkmenistan and the UAE
On the 21st of October, 2020, the third session of the Joint Committee on Cooperation between Turkmenistan and the United Arab Emirates was held through videoconferencing. The Turkmen delegation was headed by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov, while the Emirates side was led by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Sheikh … [Read more...]
EBRD workshop on “Diagnosing the Condition of Your Business as a Tool for Company Growth”
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), in partnership with the European Union, is announcing an intensive online workshop “Diagnosing the Condition of Your Business as a Tool for Company Growth” on November 9, 11, 13, 2020 . This training course is intended for business leaders and small and medium-sized business owners. The online workshop will be … [Read more...]
Empowering women and girls with the Support line on reproductive rights and health counseling in the context of a global pandemic
The Support line on reproductive rights, health and COVID-19 launched this week to provide anonymous and professional counseling and referral services to women and girls in the context of a global pandemic. UNFPA partners with the UK Embassy to support the Keyik Okara public organization in launching its second hotline service for women, girls and families. As the … [Read more...]
Children in Turkmenistan take part in interactive sessions to mark the Global Handwashing Day
Gulyalek Soltanova, UNICEF Turkmenistan Communication Officer “I wash my hands five times a day”, “And I wash seven”, exclaimed third grade students of school 37 in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan at the learning session organized by the Ministry of Education and UNICEF on the occasion of the Global Handwashing Day today. On 15-16 October 2020 UNICEF is visiting eight schools in the … [Read more...]
Third meeting of heads of foreign affairs agencies of Central Asian states and Russian Federation
Today, on October 15, 2020, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan R. Meredov took part in the third meeting of Foreign Ministers in the “Central Asia + Russia” format. The meeting was also attended by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan M. Tleuberdi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic R. Kazakbayev, Minister of Foreign Affairs … [Read more...]
Состоялась третья встреча глав внешнеполитических ведомств государств Центральной Азии и Российской Федерации
Сегодня, 15 октября 2020 года Министр иностранных дел Туркменистана Р.Мередов принял участие в третьей встрече министров иностранных дел в формате «Центральная Азия + Россия». В заседании также приняли участие Министр иностранных дел Республики Казахстан М.Тлеуберди, Министр иностранных дел Кыргызской Республики Р.Казакбаев, Министр иностранных дел Российской Федерации … [Read more...]
Treasures of the main museum of Turkmenistan now available online
The "Virtual excursion" service has been introduced on the official website of the State Museum of the state cultural center of Turkmenistan. https://museum.gov.tm/ru The "Virtual excursion" offers free online surfing in the main building of the Museum and the Museum of local history and ethnography. Thus, the main building houses exhibition halls dedicated to the life … [Read more...]
Состоялась онлайн-встреча с Президентом Международной Федерации Самбо
8 октября 2020 года в МИД Туркменистана состоялась онлайн-встреча с Президентом Международной Федерации Самбо Василием Шестаковым. С туркменской стороны на встрече приняли участие заместитель министра иностранных дел Туркменистана Б.Мятиев, руководители Министерства спорта и молодёжной политики Туркменистана, Национального Олимпийского комитета. В ходе встречи участники … [Read more...]
Заседание Правительственной комиссии по изучению вопросов, связанных со вступлением Туркменистана в ВТО
8 октября 2020 года состоялось заседание Правительственной комиссии по изучению вопросов, связанных со вступлением Туркменистана во Всемирную торговую организацию (ВТО) в режиме видеоконференции. В заседании с туркменской стороны приняли участие заместитель министра иностранных дел Туркменистана В.Хаджиев, руководители и представители ряда соответствующих министерств и … [Read more...]
Туркменистан активизирует сотрудничество с UCI
8 октября 2020 года состоялась онлайн-встреча заместителя министра иностранных дел Туркменистана Б.Мятиева с Президентом Международного Союза Велосипедистов Давидом Лапартьеном. На встрече от туркменской стороны также приняли участие представители министерств иностранных дел, спорта и молодежной политики, Национального Олимпийского комитета … [Read more...]
Трехсторонняя встреча руководителей внешнеполитических ведомств Туркменистана, Афганистана и США
8 октября 2020 состоялась первая встреча формата Туркменистан–ИРИ–США на который приняли участие Министр иностранных дел Туркменистана Рашид Мередов, Заместитель Государственного секретаря США по политическим вопросам Дэвид Хейл и исполняющий обязанности Министра иностранных дел Исламской Республики Афганистан Мохаммад Ханиф Атмар в формате видеоконференции. В ходе встречи … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan intensifies cooperation with UCI
On October 8, 2020, an online meeting of the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan B. Myatiev with the President of the International Cyclists Union (UCI) David Lapartien took place. Representatives of the Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Sports and Youth Policy, the National Olympic Committee of Turkmenistan also attended the meeting on behalf of the Turkmen … [Read more...]
Meeting of the Government Commission to study issues related to Turkmenistan’s accession to the WTO
On October 8, 2020, a meeting of the Government Commission was held via videoconference to study issues related to Turkmenistan's accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO). Deputy Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan V. Khadzhiev, heads and representatives of a number of relevant ministries and departments of the country took part in the meeting from the Turkmen side. The … [Read more...]
An online meeting with the President of the International Sambo Federation was held
On October 8, 2020, an online meeting with the President of the International Sambo Federation Vasily Shestakov was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. From the Turkmen side, the meeting was attended by the Deputy Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan B. Myatiev, heads of the Ministry of Sports and Youth Policy of Turkmenistan, and the National Olympic … [Read more...]
Trilateral meeting of foreign ministers of Turkmenistan, Afghanistan and the United States
On October 8, 2020, the first meeting of the Turkmenistan-IRA-US format was held, which was attended by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov, US Deputy Secretary of State for Political Affairs David Hale and Acting Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan Mohammad Hanif Atmar in the format of a video conference. During the meeting, the … [Read more...]
Briefing on cooperation of Turkmenistan with international organizations in the area of healthcare was held in the MFA
On the 5th of October 2020, a briefing was held in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan dedicated to cooperation of Turkmenistan with the international organizations in the area of healthcare. The briefing focused on the recently signed Resolution of the President of Turkmenistan, in accordance with which the Minister of Health and Medical Industry was authorized … [Read more...]
ADB’s grant to enhance electricity import and power supply in Afghanistan
Elvira Kadyrova The Asian Development Bank (ADB) today approved a $110 million grant to boost power supply and strengthen Afghanistan’s energy sector by improving its sustainability and promoting cross-border energy supplies from main Central Asian Suppliers. The project will facilitate the Afghan system’s synchronous operation with the Uzbek system and the Central Asia … [Read more...]
В КАБУЛЕ СОСТОЯЛАСЬ ТОРЖЕСТВЕННАЯ ЦЕРЕМОНИЯ ПОДПИСАНИЯ РЯДА ВАЖНЫХ ДОКУМЕНТОВ МЕЖДУ ТУРКМЕНИСТАНОМ И АФГАНИСТАНОМ
30 сентября 2020 года в городе Кабул в президентском дворце «Салам-Хан» состоялась торжественная церемония подписания ряда значимых документов, призванных способствовать дальнейшей реализации совместных инфраструктурных проектов между Туркменистаном и Афганистаном, в частности строительство газопровода Туркменистан–Афганистан–Пакистан–Индия (ТАПИ), электрической и … [Read more...]
A SOLEMN CEREMONY OF SIGNING A NUMBER OF IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS BETWEEN TURKMENISTAN AND AFGHANISTAN TOOK PLACE IN KABUL
On September 30, 2020, a solemn ceremony of signing a number of significant documents was held in the Presidential Palace “Salam Khan” in the city of Kabul to facilitate the further implementation of joint infrastructure projects between Turkmenistan and Afghanistan, in particular, the construction of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline, electric and … [Read more...]