The National Strategy of Turkmenistan on Climate Change has been adopted and presently serves as the main national document on the implementation of activities in the area of climate change. The National Strategy of Turkmenistan on Climate Change reflects the national viewpoint of the issues related to the climate change and acts as a basis for … [Read more...]
Pompeo offers new areas of cooperation with Central Asia
Elvira Kadyrova On 22 September, a regular ministerial meeting of Central Asia+USA (C5+1) was held in New York. The gathering was attended by the U.S. Secretary of State Michael Pompeo, foreign minister of Kazakhstan, Mukhtar Tleuberdi, foreign minister of Kyrgyzstan, Chingiz Aidarbekov, foreign minister of Tajikistan, Sirodjidin Mohiddin, foreign minister of Uzbekistan, … [Read more...]
Russian Parliament steps forward with ratification of Caspian Convention
On 19 September, the State Duma, the lower house of the Russian Parliament, adopted the Federal law On ratification of the Convention on the legal status of the Caspian sea. The law has been sent to the upper house, the Federation Council. “The Convention, which was ratified by the State Duma today, has become a significant gain of diplomacy and confirmation of friendly … [Read more...]
Ambassador of Qatar hosts reception on completion of his tenure in Turkmenistan
Ambassador Khalifa Bin Ahmed Mohammed Al-Suwaidi hosted a reception on Monday on the completion of his tenure in Turkmenistan. Here is the text of his speech: Good evening, Your Excellency, dear Mr. Vepa Hajiyev, Your Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen! Dear guests! It is a great honor for me to welcome you today and express my gratitude for participating in a farewell … [Read more...]
2021 – International Year of Peace and Trust
nCa Report The UN General Assembly has unanimously adopted a resolution initiated by Turkmenistan, declaring the year 2021 as ‘The International Year of Peace and Trust.’ The announcement was made in Turkmenistan on Monday when President Berdymuhamedov spoke to his cabinet members through the digital video link. The president congratulated his team on the adoption of the … [Read more...]
Визит государственного министраСаудовской Аравии в Туркменистан
С 10 по 11 сентября 2019 года, в Туркменистане пребывает делегация Королевства Саудовская Аравия во главе с членом Кабинета Министров Саудовской Аравии, государственным министром Эмиром Турки бин Мухаммедом бин Фахадом бин Абдул Азизом Аль Саудом. Сегодня, 11 сентября состоялась встреча высокого гостя с Президентом Туркменистана Гурбангулы Бердымухамедовым. В ходе … [Read more...]
Visit of the State Minister of Saudi Arabia to Turkmenistan
On September 10-11, 2019, the delegation of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia headed by the Minister of State and Member of the Cabinet of Ministers of Saudi Arabia Emir Turki bin Mohammed bin Fahd bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud is paying a visit to Turkmenistan. Today, on September 11 the high guest was received by President of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. During the … [Read more...]
Exclusive – Interview with Ambassador of Korea in Turkmenistan
Ambassador Chin Ki-hoon of Korea recently spoke to nCa about the state and prospects of bilateral relations between Korea and Turkmenistan. Here is the transcript of his interview: nCa: Korea and Turkmenistan have always been close partners. What are the current processes and developments in bilateral relations? Ambassador Chin: Korea and Turkmenistan have developed … [Read more...]
Embassy of Pakistan hosts reception to mark Defence Day of Pakistan and Solidarity with Kashmir
nCa News and Commentary The embassy of Pakistan in Ashgabat hosted on Friday (6 September 2019) a reception to mark the Day of Defence of Pakistan and solidarity with Kashmir. Mr. Khalil Bajwa, the Charge d’ Affaires, and Colonel Iftikhar Ahmed, the defence attaché of Pakistan, spoke about the significance of the occasion. In his speech, Khalil Bajwa, the Charge d’ … [Read more...]
Embassy of Uzbekistan hosts reception in Ashgabat to mark National Day
The embassy of Uzbekistan in Ashgabat hosted on Thursday a reception to mark the 28th anniversary of the independence of Uzbekistan. Here is the speech of Ambassador Akmaljon Kuchkarov on the occasion: September 1, 2019 the 33.5 million people of Uzbekistan with a special excitement and enthusiasm celebrated the 28th anniversary of Independence of the Republic of … [Read more...]
GB orders, inspects snap exercise of special service group Turkmen Edermen
As reported by the Turkmen media, President Berdymuhamedov ordered just after midnight on 5 September 2019 the snap exercise of the special service group Turkmen Edermen, a composite unit drawn from the elite troops of the armed forces and law enforcement agencies. Edermen means hero, brave, fearless, valiant etc. therefore Turkmen Edermen can possibly be translated as … [Read more...]
Upcoming visit of the President of Turkmenistan discussed at the foreign ministry of Kyrgyzstan
On 3 September 2019, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Bishkek Shadurdy Meredov met the first deputy foreign minister of Kyrgyzstan Nuran Niyazaliev, says foreign ministry of Kyrgyzstan in a press release. During the meeting, the issues of preparation of the return visit of the President of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdymuhamedov to the Kyrgyz Republic were … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Singapore to enhance legal cooperation
On the sidelines of the recent state visit of President Berdymuhamedov to Singapore, a Memorandum of understanding on legal cooperation was signed between the Turkmen Ministry of adalat (justice) and the Ministry of Law of Singapore. Merdan Khanov, head of international legal relations department of the Ministry of adalat revealed some details on the signed MoU in his … [Read more...]
Embassy of Malaysia in Ashgabat hosts reception to mark National Day
The embassy of Malaysia in Ashgabat hosted on Tuesday a reception to mark the 62nd National Day of Malaysia. Here is the speech of Ambassador Roseli Abdul on the occasion: His Excellency Mr. Yagshigeldi Kakaev, Advisor to the President of Turkmenistan on Oil and Gas Issues, Officials from Government of Turkmenistan, Excellency Ambassadors and other members of the, … [Read more...]
Посольство Малайзии в Ашхабаде провело прием послучаю Национального Дня
Посольство Малайзии в Ашхабаде провело во вторник прием по случаю 62-ого Национального дня своего государства. Выступление Посла Росли Абдула по данномуслучаю: Его Превосходительство Г-н ЯгшигельдиКакаев,Советник Президента Туркменистана по вопросам нефти и газа, правительственные Чиновники Туркменистана,Ваши Превосходительства Послы и другие … [Read more...]
UAE embassy in Ashgabat hosts countdown event to Expo-2020
Abdul-Aziz Al-Hashimi, the Chargé d'affaires ai of the UAE hosted a presentation on Monday to mark the 413-days countdown to EXPO 2020, which will start in Dubai on 20 October 2020. The participants included the government officials led by Murat Muradov, the head of the coordination department of the ministry of trade and foreign economic relations, the representatives … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan-Singapore Partnership — How and Why?
Tariq Saeedi President Berdymuhamedov of Turkmenistan visited Singapore, 26-27 August 2019. This was the first visit of a Turkmen president to Singapore and a rare visit of any of the leaders of Central Asia to the Asian Tiger. Since the breakup of the Soviet Union 28 years ago and creation of the independent states in Central Asia, only four visits of the presidential … [Read more...]
Туркмено-Сингапурское партнерство — Как и Почему?
Тарик Саиди Президент Туркменистана Бердымухамедов посетил Сингапур 26-27 августа 2019 года. Это был первый визит туркменского президента в Сингапур и редкий визит любого из лидеров Центральной Азии к азиатскому тигру. С момента распада Советского Союза 28 лет назад и создания независимых государств из Центральной Азии в Сингапур состоялось всего четыре визита … [Read more...]
Turkish embassy hosts reception to mark Victory Day of Turkey
Ambassador Mustafa Kapucu of Turkey, and the Turkish military attaché, Major Sener Kimence, hosted a reception on Thursday to mark the Victory Day (Zafer Bayrami) of Turkey, which commemorates the victory in the 1922 Battle of Dumlupınar in the Turkish War of Independence. The day, celebrated on 30 August, is also known as the Armed Forces Day. Speech of Ambassador … [Read more...]
В посольстве Турции в Ашхабаде проходит прием по случаю Дня победы Турции
Посол Турции Мустафа Капуджуи военный атташе майор СенерКименс в четверг провели прием по случаю Дня Победы (ЗаферБайрами) в Турции, который посвящен победе в битве при Думлупинаре 1922 года в турецкой войне за независимость. Этот день, отмечаемый 30 августа, также известен как День Вооруженных Сил. Выступление Посла Мустафа Капуджу Уважаемый заместитель министра … [Read more...]
Telephone conversation of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia
A telephone conversation of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of TurkmenistanR.O.Meredov with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation S.V.Lavrov was held on the 29th of August, during which the issues of bilateral cooperation were discussed. The parties highly appraised the outcomes of the First Caspian Economic Forum which was held in Turkmenbashy city on … [Read more...]
Телефонный разговор министра иностранных дел Туркменистана с министром иностранных дел России
29 августа состоялся телефонный разговор министра иностранных дел Туркменистана Р.О.Мередова с министром иностранных дел Российской Федерации С.В.Лавровым, в ходе которого были обсуждены вопросы двустороннего сотрудничества. Стороны дали высокую оценку итогам Первого Каспийского экономического форума, который состоялся 11-12 августа текущего года в г.Туркменбаши. Также … [Read more...]
Melons of Turkmenistan – Exotic taste, enthralling aroma, pretty packaging
This is the time of the year when the markets in Turkmenistan are bulging with all kinds of melons, watermelons, and gourds. Of the more than 1600 varieties of this group, Turkmenistan is home to some 400 of them. Turkmenistan celebrates Melon Day on the second Sunday of August. The versatility of the melons of Turkmenistan and their ability to thrive on very little water … [Read more...]
Туркменские дыни – экзотический вкус, притягательный аромат и миловидный облик
Наступило время года, когда рынки в Туркменистане переполнены всевозможными дынями, арбузами и тыквами. Из более чем 1600 сортов этого вида растенийв Туркменистане культивируется около 400. Туркменистан отмечает День дыни во второе воскресенье августа. Весьма замечательные такие свойства дыни, как универсальность и способность выживать на очень небольшом количестве воды … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan hosted a meeting of foreign ministers of Central Asian countries + USA
Elvira Kadyrova The chief foreign policy makers of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and USA gathered in Nur-Sultan on 21 August 2019 for the next round of the high-level meeting in format "C5+1". The meeting was attended by: Minister of foreign affairs of Kazakhstan, Beybut Atamkulov Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, minister … [Read more...]
Solo exhibitions of Turkmen painters opens in Northern Cyprus
Elvira Kadyrova and Raviliya Kadyrova Two exclusive exhibitions of Turkmen painters Annadurdy Myradaliyev and Aynagozel Nuryyeva opened Tuesday, 20 August, in Nicosia, Northern Cyprus. The 32 paintings, celebrating the importance and role of women in a family and social environment, are displayed at the Cyprus Museum of Modern Art of the Near East University. The … [Read more...]
100th Anniversary of Independence of Afghanistan celebrated in Turkmenistan
Ambassador Meerwais Nab of Afghanistan hosted a reception on 19 August 2019 in Ashgabat to mark the 100th anniversary of the independence of Afghanistan. Here is the speech of Ambassador Nab on the occasion: In the Name of Allah the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful. Your Excellency Mr. Chakiyev Mammethan Berdymyradovich Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers … [Read more...]
Military strength of Turkmenistan
The Russian media house Sputnik has carried an interview with the military observer affiliated with the news agency RIA, Alexander Khrolenko on the military strength of Turkmenistan. Most of the information given by Khrolenko in his interview tallies with the data available at the website of GFP (Global Fire Power – https://www.globalfirepower.com/ Here is the summary of … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan upgrades the highway to the border with Turkmenistan
Elvira Kadyrova By the end of 2019, Kazakhstan will inaugurate a motor way leading to the border with Turkmenistan. The highway runs along the route Zhetybay–Zhanaozen–Kenderli – border with the Republic of Turkmenistan (Turkmenbashi), reports Kazavtozhol, the Kazakhstan’s national operator for road management. 73-kilometers lengthy road will be upgraded to 4-lane. So … [Read more...]
Turkmen-Uzbek political consultations were held in Ashgabat
On August 16, 2019, Turkmen-Uzbek political consultations took place in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The delegations were headed by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan R.Meredov and theMinister of Foreign Affairs the Republic of Uzbekistan A.Kamilov. During the talks, the parties … [Read more...]
В Ашхабаде состоялись туркмено-узбекские политические консультации
16 августа 2019 года в Министерстве иностранных дел Туркменистана состоялись туркмено-узбекские политические консультации. Делегации возглавили Министр иностранных делТуркменистанаР.Мередови Министр иностранных дел Республики УзбекистанА.Камилов. В ходе … [Read more...]
First Caspian Economic Forum – Part 3
At the inaugural session of the First Caspian Economic Forum at Awaza on 12 August 2019, the president of Turkmenistan, the prime ministers of Russia, Kazakhstan, and Azerbaijan, and the first vice president of Iran answered some questions from the moderator. We are presenting here the slightly summarized and paraphrased translation of their answer: Turkmenistan The … [Read more...]
Chairmanship Declaration on the results of the First Caspian Economic Forum
On August 11-12, 2019, the First Caspian Economic Forum was held in Turkmenbashi city, Turkmenistan. Various international events were organized in the framework of the Forum, on the outcomes of which the following was stated: The role of the … [Read more...]
Заявление председательства по итогам Первого Каспийского экономического форума
11-12 августа 2019 года в г.Туркменбаши, Туркменистан, состоялся Первый Каспийский экономический форум. В рамках Форума был организован ряд международных мероприятий, по итогам которых было отмечено нижеследующее: Подчеркнута роль подписанной Главами государств Азербайджана, Ирана, … [Read more...]
First Caspian Economic Forum – Part 2
nCa Report The First Caspian Economic Forum, hosted by Turkmenistan on 12 August 2019 at Awaza, was a mega event by all counts. It has the potential to turn into a permanent institution with long term value not just for the Caspian region but the entire Eurasian landmass. The prime ministers of Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Russia, and the first vice president of Iran led … [Read more...]
First Caspian Economic Forum – Part 1
nCa Report A cluster of events under the umbrella of the First Caspian Economic Forum is taking place at different locations at the Awaza national tourist zone of Turkmenistan and the Turkmenbashy Port. It is a mega event bringing together huge delegation led by the heads of the government from the Caspian littoral states. The delegations started arriving on 7 August … [Read more...]
Embassy of UAE presents diplomas to Turkmen participants of Special Olympics Abu Dhabi
The Embassy of the UAE in Turkmenistan hosted on Wednesday a ceremony to present diplomas to the Turkmen sports contingent that participated in the World Summer Special Olympic Games held in Abu Dhabi in March 2019. The purpose was to encourage the athletes who performed exceptionally well and won several medals. It was also the occasion to underline the fraternal relations … [Read more...]
Foreign minister of Russia comments on Caspian Economic Forum
Interview with the Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation S.Lavrov Response of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Sergey Lavrov to the question of the editorial board of “Foreign Policy and Diplomacy of Turkmenistan” magazine regarding the First Caspian Economic Forum Question: How do you evaluate the role of the First Caspian Economic … [Read more...]
Министр иностранных дел России прокомментировал Каспийский экономический форум
Интервью с Министром иностранных дел Российской Федерации С.В.Лавровым Ответ Министра иностранных дел Российской Федерации С.В. Лаврова на вопросыредакции журнала «Внешняя политика и дипломатия Туркменистана»о первом Каспийском экономическом форуме Вопрос: Как Вы оцениваете роль первого Каспийского экономического форума в продвижении каспийской повестки дня, … [Read more...]
Turkmen TV airs report on vacation activities of President Berdymuhamedov
Watan, the flagship news show of the Turkmen TV aired a report on Sunday evening (4 August 2019) about the vacation activities of President Berdymuhamedov. In one sequence the president was shown riding a bicycle and giving some instructions to the mayor of Ashgabat, Durdyliyev, who was also following on a bicycle. In another sequence, the Turkmen leader was shown … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan congratulates Uzbek counterpart on his birthday in phone conversation
nCa News and Commentary President Berdymuhamedov, in a telephone conversation on Wednesday congratulated President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan who has turned 62 today. The leaders discussed the prospects of strengthened cooperation including in the sphere of regional initiatives for connectivity and economic integration. While a gesture of solidarity with the … [Read more...]
В ходе телефонного разговора Президент Туркменистана поздравил узбекского коллегу с днем рождения
Новости и комментарий nCa Президент Бердымухамедов в телефонном разговоре в среду поздравил Президента Узбекистана Шавката Мирзиеева с 62-летием. Лидеры обсудили перспективы укрепления сотрудничества, в том числе в сфере реализации региональных инициатив, касающихся транспортных подключений и экономической интеграции. Помимо того, что беседа стала жестом солидарности с … [Read more...]
Countrywide awareness campaign following gas blast in Ashgabat
There was a gas blast in a residential building in Ashgabat on 16 July 2019 that damaged some apartments and caused various degrees of injuries to seven people. Following the incident, the government of Turkmenistan has launched a countrywide awareness campaign. The teams from the utilities department and the ministry of interior are going door to door, explaining the basic … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan refutes rumors of death of Berdymuhamedov – originator of rumor retracts statement
nCa News The government of Turkmenistan through its embassy in Moscow has refuted the rumors about the death of President Berdymuhamedov. “This is an absolute lie. We refute these reports.” said a representative of the embassy, as reported by TASS. Meanwhile, Aslan Rubaev, who was the originator of the rumor, has retracted his statement. In his facebook post, Rubaev says … [Read more...]
The 24th “Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan” international conference (OGT 2019)
The 24th “Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan” international conference is organized by State Concern “Turkmennebit” in partnership with Turkmen Forum, and will take place at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan on 22-23rd of October 2019. OGT is a prestigious business forum, which is held annually to develop and strengthen international partnerships between Turkmen … [Read more...]
World’s first gas to gasoline plant inaugurated in Turkmenistan
On June 28, 2019, with the participation of the President of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, the opening ceremony of a gasoline production plant from natural gas in Ahal was held. The ceremony was attended by foreign guests, heads of diplomatic missions working in Turkmenistan, heads of ministries and profile agencies of the country, representatives of foreign … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan – Army and interior ministry exercises show upgraded skills, new approaches to potential threats
nCa Report In the snap exercises ordered by President Berdymuhamedov in the early hours of Thursday (13 June 2019), the armed forces and the interior troops of Turkmenistan demonstrated their capacity for dealing with multiple, complex threats. In the first part of the exercise, the special troops of the interior ministry showed the skills to use different kinds of personal … [Read more...]
Туркменистан – Учения армии и МВД продемонстрировали высокую квалификацию военнослужащих и новые подходы к потенциальным угрозам
Доклад nCa В ходе внезапных учений, проведенных по приказу президента Бердымухамедова в ранние часы четверга (13 июня 2019 года), Вооруженные силы и внутренние войска Туркменистана продемонстрировали свои способности противостоять многочисленным и сложным угрозам. В первой части учений спецназ МВД показал навыки применения различных видов личного оружия. Также была … [Read more...]
Development and transformation of education, science, research system in Turkmenistan
nCa Report Coinciding with the Science Day, President Berdymuhamedov chaired on Wednesday (12 June 2019) a special session of the government to discuss the future directions of the education, science and research system in Turkmenistan. The session was held at the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan and the participants included the deputy prime ministers, ministers, … [Read more...]
Развитие и трансформация системы образования и научно-исследовательской сферы в Туркменистане
Доклад nCa В среду (12 июня 2019 года) под председательством президента Бердымухамедова состоялось специальное заседание правительства, посвященное обсуждению перспективных направлений развития системы образования, науки и исследований в Туркменистане. Заседание прошло в Академии наук Туркменистана. В нем приняли участие вице-премьеры, министры, депутаты Парламента, … [Read more...]