Shirin Karryeva, Technical Advisor to the Conservation X Labs project The Third Meeting of Range States to the CMS Central Asian Mammals Initiative (CAMI) took place in Tashkent (Uzbekistan) from 24 to 26 June 2025. The Central Asian Mammal Initiative was established in 2014 at the 11th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to […]
President of Turkmenistan Receives Newly Appointed Ambassador of Pakistan
On 30 June 2025, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the newly appointed Ambassador of Pakistan to Turkmenistan, Ms. Faryal Leghari, who presented her credentials to the head of state. During the meeting, the ambassador emphasized that Pakistan highly values Turkmenistan’s peace-loving policy. She also conveyed greetings from Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Mian […]
Bonds of Friendship and Cooperation: Belarus Independence Day Celebrated in Ashgabat
Elvira Kadyrova On 30 June 2025, the Ambassador of the Republic of Belarus to Turkmenistan, Stanislav Chepurnoy, hosted a grand reception in Ashgabat to commemorate Belarus’s Independence Day. Among the guests were heads and representatives of diplomatic missions and international organizations accredited in Turkmenistan, as well as Embassy staff. The main guest, representing the Turkmenistan […]
The Foreign Ministers of Turkmenistan and Zambia discuss preparations for the UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries
On 30 June 2025, a telephone conversation took place between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Republic of Zambia, Mulambo Haimbe. During the telephone conversation, the sides exchanged views on the further development of bilateral relations in the political, diplomatic, trade […]
Turkmenistan strengthens its influenza vaccination programme
Building pandemic response capacities through seasonal vaccination Strong national influenza vaccination programmes are the foundation for the vaccination component of the pandemic response. With support from the World Health Organization (WHO) Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Framework’s Partnership Contribution (PC), Turkmenistan is enhancing its national seasonal influenza vaccination programme and through this, is strengthening its preparedness […]
GIZ Training in Mary: Assessing Climate Risks and Adapting to Climate Change in Turkmenistan
A three-day training session on assessing climate risks in Murghab river bassin and adapting to climate change was held in Mary at the end of June. The event was organized as part of the collaboration between the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan and the regional program of the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ). […]
UNFPA Turkmenistan trains youth and sports professionals to promote gender equality and volunteerism
From 23 to 27 June 2025, within the framework of the program “Development of Volunteering and Involvement of Men in Promotion of Gender Equality and Physical Education and Sports”, UNFPA Turkmenistan in cooperation with the State Committee on P{hysical Culture and Sports conducted Training of Trainers (ToT) sessions for the trainers and newly selected volunteers […]
Parliament Adopts New Edition of the Civil Code of Turkmenistan
On 28 June 2025, the ninth session of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan of the seventh convocation took place, marking a significant milestone in the development of the country’s legislative system. During the session, several draft laws, developed in line with the priorities of state policy, were reviewed and adopted. The session was attended by representatives […]
Turkmenistan Establishes Unified State Register of Voters
The Mejlis of Turkmenistan has adopted a new law titled “On the Unified State Register of Voters,” aimed at enhancing the country’s electoral system in alignment with modern digital developments. Drafted in close collaboration with the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums in Turkmenistan, the law represents a significant step toward the digital transformation of […]
Turkmenistan strengthens international humanitarian cooperation
At a recent meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet and Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov delivered a report on the country’s international humanitarian activities. In his remarks, Minister Meredov stressed that fostering constructive cooperation with international partners in the humanitarian sphere remains one of the key priorities […]
Telephone conversation between the National Leader of Turkmenistan and the speaker of the upper house of the Russian Parliament
On 29 June 2025, a telephone conversation took place between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and Chairperson of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation Valentina Matvienko. During the conversation, Valentina Matvienko congratulated Arkadag on his birthday. Noting Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov’s […]
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 the traditionally […]
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 […]
The National Leader of Turkmenistan met with the head of Çalik Holding
On 29 June 2025, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Çalik Holding Group of Companies Ahmet Calik. Calik congratulated Berdymukhamedov on his birthday and on the second anniversary of the opening of the Arkadag smart […]
President of Turkmenistan Receives Chairman of Toyo Engineering Corporation
On 29 June 2025, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with Haruo Nagamatsu, Chairman of the Board of Governors of Toyo Engineering Corporation. The meeting began with Mr. Nagamatsu extending his heartfelt congratulations to President Berdimuhamedov on the second anniversary of the founding of Arkadag city. President Berdimuhamedov expressed his gratitude for the kind words, emphasizing the […]
President of Uzbekistan Congratulates National Leader of Turkmenistan on His Birthday
On 29 June 2025, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a telephone conversation with the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, warmly congratulating him on his birthday. He extended heartfelt wishes for good health, family happiness, and well-being, as well as peace and prosperity for […]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov met with Head of Kawasaki Heavy Industries
On 28 June 2025, the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, held a meeting with Mr. Kenji Sanada, Executive Director of the Japanese company Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd. During the meeting, Mr. Sanada conveyed greetings from Emperor Naruhito and Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba of Japan, […]
National Leader of Turkmenistan Meets with Head of Daewoo E&C – Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Awarded Ninth Dan in Taekwondo
On 28 June 2025, the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, held a meeting with Mr. Jong Won-joo, Chairman of the Board of Daewoo Engineering & Construction Co., Ltd. Mr. Jong extended heartfelt congratulations on the second anniversary of Arkadag City and conveyed warm greetings […]
Mutual Interest and a Favorable Business Climate: President of Turkmenistan Receives Executive Vice President of ITOCHU Corporation
On 27 June 2025, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Mr. Hiroyuki Tsubai — Member of the Board of Directors and Executive Vice President of ITOCHU Corporation, President of a major machinery enterprise, and Chairman of the Turkmen-Japanese Committee for Economic Cooperation. Mr. Tsubai emphasized the strong interest of Japan’s business community in the Turkmen […]
Caracal kitten spotted for first time in Turkmenistan
Kasia Ruta, Conservation Project Officer In mid-2024, the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) partnered with a local conservation body in Turkmenistan, Team Bars Turkmenistan of Conservation X Labs, to support the monitoring of small cats across the country. One of these small cat species is the caracal. The species has a massive geographical range […]
OSCE workshop in Turkmenistan supports development of national competency framework and training strategy on cybercrime and electronic evidence
The OSCE Transnational Threats Department, in co-operation with the OSCE Centre in Ashgabat, held a workshop in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan on 26 and 27 June to support the country’s law enforcement and criminal justice institutions in developing a national competency framework and training strategy on cybercrime and electronic evidence. The workshop brought together 24 senior representatives […]
A flower-laying ceremony was held at the monument to Magtymguly Fragi in Ankara
On June 27, 2025, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Republic of Türkiye organized a flower-laying ceremony at the monument to the great Turkmen poet Magtymguly Fragi, erected in the picturesque Turkmenistan Park in the center of Ankara. The event was attended by representatives of international organizations, diplomatic missions, famous writers, public figures, representatives of […]
Turkmen Scientists Patent Technology for Extracting Antioxidant from Local Grape Variety
A biotechnology laboratory at the International Scientific and Technological Park of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan has developed and patented a technology for producing resveratrol—a powerful natural antioxidant—from a local grape variety, reported the online-newspaper “Turkmenistan: The Golden Age”. The antioxidant is extracted from the red grape variety Pozdny Vavilova, using various parts of […]
Art without borders: Ambassador of Turkmenistan in Georgia and Director of National Theatre named after Shota Rustaveli discussed issues of cultural cooperation
On 26 June 2025, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan in Georgia Mr. D.Seyitmammedov met with the Director of National Theatre named after Shota Rustaveli Mr. G.Tevzadze. The parties noted that theatre, being one of the oldest art forms and an integral part of the history and traditions of the peoples, is of great importance in the cultural […]
Roundtable “Health of Society – the Key to Peace and Prosperity” brought together national and international partners in Ashgabat
On the occasion of the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, on June 26, 2025, a roundtable titled “Healthy Society – A Foundation for Peace and Prosperity” was held at the Archabil Hotel in Ashgabat, organized with the support of the Turkmen Government and the European Union Central Asia Drug Action Programme (CADAP). The event […]
Visit of the Executive Director of Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC) to Ashgabat
The newly appointed Executive Director of the Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC), Batyr Mammedov, is on a visit to Ashgabat. He held a number of fruitful talks with representatives of the Government of Turkmenistan, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Environmental Protection. These meetings laid the foundation for further […]
Chinese Ambassador Concludes Diplomatic Mission in Turkmenistan
On June 26, 2025, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, met with the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to Turkmenistan, Qian Naicheng, on the occasion of the completion of his diplomatic mission. The two sides reviewed the current state and prospects for Turkmen-Chinese bilateral cooperation, with particular […]
President of Turkmenistan and Russian FM Reaffirm Strategic Partnership and Cooperation Across Key Sectors
On 25 June 2025, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the minister of foreign affairs of Russia Sergey Lavrov. At the beginning of the meeting, on behalf of President Vladimir Putin, Lavrov conveyed greetings to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, as well as to the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. The Minister emphasized Russia’s […]
Ambassador of Uzbekistan Visits Turkmenistan’s Ministry of Education: Advancing Innovation and Academic Exchange
On 25 June 2025, the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan hosted a meeting between Minister Jumamyrat Gurbangeldiyev and the Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Turkmenistan, Ravshanbek Alimov. The discussions focused on the current state and future prospects of bilateral cooperation in education and science. Minister Gurbangeldiyev emphasized that the long-standing good-neighborly relations between Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan […]
Turkmenistan and Moldova Exchange Expertise on Radioactive Waste Management
From June 23 to 27, the General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (GIES) of the Republic of Moldova is hosting an official delegation from Turkmenistan, appointed by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), according to the GIES press service. The visit focuses on the exchange of experience and best practices in civil protection and radioactive waste […]
Turkmenistan delegation to Germany: Exchange of experience in the field of energy and climate
From June 23 to 28, 2025, a Turkmen delegation consisting of representatives from the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Energy, and the State Energy Institute of Turkmenistan is undertaking a study visit to Germany. The visit is organized by the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) within the framework of the project “European Union […]
Politics, Economy, and the Caspian: Outcomes of the Meeting Between the Foreign Ministers of Turkmenistan and Russia
On 25 June 2025, a meeting between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, Sergey Lavrov, took place to discuss key areas of cooperation across political, diplomatic, trade, economic, cultural, and humanitarian spheres. The ministers underscored the value of maintaining a regular and […]
Lavrov in Ashgabat: Vectors of Turkmen-Russian Strategic Cooperation Discussed
On June 24-25, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov paid an official visit to Ashgabat. The Russian top diplomat was received by Turkmenistan’s President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and held talks with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov. During the meetings, key issues of bilateral relations were thoroughly discussed, with both sides reaffirming their […]
Interactive Tour of Kyiv Square Featuring Monument to Magtymguly Fragi
In the heart of Kyiv, near the Embassy of Turkmenistan, lies a picturesque park that houses a monument to the eminent Turkmen poet and philosopher of the East, Magtymguly Fragi. For over two decades, this monument has stood as a symbol of reverence for the great cultural figures of Turkmenistan, reflecting Ukraine’s enduring respect for […]
Turkmenistan and the United States to Hold Political Consultations
On 24 June 2025, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held a telephone conversation with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. According to Turkmenistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the two sides exchanged views on a wide range of bilateral and multilateral topics. The ministers discussed key areas of cooperation, including political and diplomatic […]
Parliament of Turkmenistan Receives Delegation of the French Senate
On June 24, 2025, the Deputy Chairman of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan held a meeting with a delegation from the French Republic, led by Senator Samantha Cazebonne, at the Parliament of Turkmenistan. According to the press releases, issued by Mejlis, during the meeting, both sides emphasized that inter-parliamentary dialogue serves as a vital instrument for […]
Telephone conversation with the Minister of State of the United Kingdom
On June 24, 2025, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Akhmet Gurbanov had a telephone conversation with Stephen Doughty, Minister of State for Europe, North America and Overseas Territories in the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office. During the conversation, the British side expressed gratitude to the leadership of Turkmenistan for the assistance provided for the departure of United Kingdom citizens from Iran […]
Iranian FM visited Turkmenistan
On June 23, 2025, the visit of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Seyed Abbas Araghchi to Turkmenistan took place. On the same day, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan where the foreign ministers of Turkmenistan and Iran discussed a wide range of bilateral […]
The President of Turkmenistan received the Vice-President of the Asian Development Bank
On Monday, 23 June 2025, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Vice President of the Asian Development Bank for South, Central and West Asia Yingmin Yang. During the meeting, Yingming Yang noted that ADB pays special attention to cooperation with Turkmenistan, which demonstrates stable economic growth. In this regard, the ADB confirms its support for […]
Kids Expo 2025: Turkmenistan’s Largest Children’s Goods Exhibition Set for August
TurkmenExpo is delighted to invite interested companied to participate in Kids Expo: Everything for Children (https://kids.turkmenexpo.com/ ), Turkmenistan’s largest specialized exhibition and fair for children’s goods and services. This pivotal event will take place from August 21 to 23, 2025, at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan in Ashgabat. Kids Expo 2025 is […]
Turkmenistan Facilitates Safe Transit for Foreign Citizens Amid Regional Developments
With Turkmenistan’s assistance, approximately 4,000 persons have successfully returned to their home countries from Iran. The country remains committed to ensuring the smooth and unhindered transit of foreign nationals departing Iran through established humanitarian corridors. As of today, 52 nations have sought Turkmenistan’s support in repatriating their citizens due to the evolving situation in the […]
Cultural Attaché of the Apostolic Nunciature Concludes 28-Year Mission in Turkmenistan
On 23 June 2025, the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, held a meeting with the Cultural Attaché of the Apostolic Nunciature of the Vatican in Turkmenistan, Andrzej Madej, on the occasion of the conclusion of his diplomatic mission in Ashgabat. Minister Meredov expressed sincere […]
UNDP and Japan Strengthen Community Resilience to Extremism in Turkmenistan
As part of the Country Component of the UNDP regional project “Promoting Resilient Communities to Prevent Violent Extremism in Central Asia”, funded by the Government of Japan, a nine-day specialized training course titled “Psychological Aspects of Preventing Various Forms of Extremism” has been launched in Turkmenistan. The training scheduled from 23 June to 3 July […]
Republic of Korea Embassy Supports Turkmenistan Junior Taekwondo Cup, Fostering Sports Cooperation
On Sunday, 22 June 2025, the National Taekwondo Center of Turkmenistan successfully held the Turkmenistan Taekwondo Cup among juniors and cadets at the Martial Arts Arena of the Olympic town in Ashgabat, with support of the Embassy of the Republic of Korea. 170 Turkmen Taekwondo athletes from all regions of the country took part in […]
The meeting of the OIC Foreign Ministers unanimously adopted Turkmenistan-initiated resolution on neutrality
On 21-22 June 2025, the delegation of Turkmenistan took part in the 51st meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), which was held in Istanbul. During the meeting, an exchange of views took place on topical issues of political, economic, cultural, humanitarian, and scientific orientation. The issues of […]
Turkmenistan Strengthens Partnership with IAEA
The Government of Turkmenistan has outlined a series of measures to expand cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The proposals, presented by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs R. Meredov, were approved by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov during a Cabinet of Ministers meeting on Friday, 20 June. Turkmenistan and the […]
Telephone conversation between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan with First Deputy Secretary of State
On June 22, 2025, at the initiative of the US side, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov had a telephone conversation with First Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau, during which the parties emphasized the long-term positive experience of bilateral partnership between Turkmenistan and the United States of America in political, trade, economic, […]
Checkpoints of Turkmenistan are working in the round-the-clock mode
About 50 states have currently addressed Turkmenistan to provide assistance for the passage of their citizens leaving Iran. In this regard, the checkpoints of Turkmenistan have already received more than 2,000 people from Central Asian countries, Russia, Korea, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, Germany, Switzerland, Denmark, Great Britain and other countries. The Turkmen […]
GECF and Turkmenistan Deepen Energy Cooperation and Dialogue
The Secretary General of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) Mohamed Hamel welcomed Maksat Babayev, State Minister of Turkmenistan and Chairman of the State Concern “Turkmengas,” and Mr. Myratgeldi Seyitmammedov, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Qatar, at the GECF Headquarters in Doha, GECF said in a press release. Hamel commended Turkmenistan for its sustained engagement with […]
Astana Declaration of the Second Central Asia-China Summit
The second China-Central Asia Summit was held in Astana, capital of Kazakhstan, on June 17, 2025. The full text of the Astana Declaration of the Second Central Asia-China Summit is given below. Astana Declaration of the Second Central Asia-China Summit On June 17, 2025, the second Central Asia-China summit was held in Astana with the […]