On 30 March, a meeting of the Board of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS) was held in Astana, chaired by the Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kanat Bozumbayev. The event served as a key milestone in the preparations for the meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Fund's founding members, scheduled for 22 April 2026 in the Kazakh … [Read more...]
Five Years of Compassion: Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Fund for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship Celebrates 5th Anniversary
On 29 March 2026, the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Fund for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship marked its fifth anniversary. Established in accordance with the Decree of the President of Turkmenistan dated 26 March 2021, the Fund has become a pillar for the younger generation, providing comprehensive support to children requiring special attention from the … [Read more...]
UNFPA Regional Director Visits Turkmenistan
ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, 27 March 2026 – The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Regional Director for Eastern Europe and Central Asia, Ms. Florence Bauer, conducted a mission to Turkmenistan from 25–27 March 2026. The visit was organized around the Inter-parliamentary Dialogue to strengthen legislative frameworks to ensure progress on gender equality and gender-based … [Read more...]
WHO hosted national coordination meeting to advance pandemic preparedness in Turkmenistan
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan - 27 March 2026 - National coordination meeting in the framework of the Pandemic Fund project “Pandemic Preparedness and Response through a One Health Approach in Central Asia” was held at the United Nations Building in Ashgabat. The meeting was organized jointly by the World Health Organization (WHO), the Food and Agriculture Organization of the … [Read more...]
Enhanced Partnership Cooperation Agreement, Climate, and Human Rights: Ambassador of Turkmenistan Holds Series of Meetings in Brussels
This week the Ambassador of Turkmenistan, Sapar Palvanov had a cycle of negotiations with key representatives of European Union institutions. The meetings covered a wide range of issues, from climate security and water resources to the institutional framework of high-level partnership. The content and agenda of these talks take on particular significance following the … [Read more...]
Belarus and Turkmenistan Strengthen Transport Cooperation: Outcomes of the Meeting in Minsk
On 27 March 2026, the meeting of the Belarusian-Turkmen Joint Committee on International Road Transport concluded in Minsk. During the negotiations, the parties reached several agreements aimed at simplifying logistics and developing freight transport between the two nations. One of the key outcomes of the meeting was the coordination of exchange quotas for permit forms for … [Read more...]
WHO strengthens vaccine safety systems in Turkmenistan
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, 23–27 March 2026 – Dr. Oleg Benes, Technical Officer in Vaccine Safety and Vaccine-preventable Diseases and Immunization Division at the WHO Regional Office for Europe, supported Turkmenistan in advancing national efforts to strengthen vaccine safety systems. On March 24-25, Dr. Benes worked closely with the specialists from the State Sanitary and … [Read more...]
A roundtable discussion dedicated to significant dates and events in Turkmenistan held in Bucharest
On March 26, 2026, a roundtable discussion was held at the University of Agronomic Sciences and Veterinary Medicine in Bucharest dedicated to the 35th anniversary of Turkmenistan's Independence and the motto for 2026: "Independent, Permanent Neutral Turkmenistan – Homeland of Purposeful Heavenly Horses." The event brought together the staff from the Embassy of Turkmenistan, … [Read more...]
Ambassador of China Summarizes the Visit of the National Leader of the Turkmen People to Beijing
The visit of the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslakhaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, to China has become a historic event, garnering significant attention from both Turkmen and Chinese media and the public. Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Turkmenistan, Ji Shumin, shared the outcomes of the visit during a press briefing in … [Read more...]
China’s 15th Five-Year Plan: New Opportunities for Turkmenistan and the Global Economy
The adoption of the 15th Five-Year Development Plan of the People's Republic of China opens a new chapter in the history of Chinese modernization and offers the global community a unique array of opportunities for cooperation. This was stated by the Ambassador of China to Turkmenistan, Ji Shumin, during a press briefing held in Ashgabat on Friday, 27 March 2026. The remarks … [Read more...]
Ambassador Ji Shumin: Energy Cooperation is the Bedrock of China-Turkmenistan Partnership
Energy cooperation serves as the cornerstone of China-Turkmenistan relations, stated Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People's Republic of China to Turkmenistan, Ji Shumin, during a press briefing for Turkmen and foreign journalists, held in Ashgabat on 27 March 2026. This year marks a significant milestone for the bilateral partnership, celebrating the … [Read more...]
Iran’s Foreign Minister Thanks Turkmenistan for Evacuation Aid and Humanitarian Support
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has publicly expressed gratitude to Turkmenistan for its role in helping repatriate Iranian citizens and for delivering humanitarian assistance during the ongoing conflict, as confirmed by multiple regional and international sources. In a statement posted to his official Telegram channel, Araghchi acknowledged the difficulties many … [Read more...]
Ashgabat to Host CIS Heads of Government Council Meeting on May 22
Ashgabat will host the next meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) on May 22, 2026. The date was confirmed by CIS First Deputy Secretary General Igor Petrishenko at a session of the CIS Council of Permanent Representatives held in Minsk on February 24. Petrishenko told the media that eleven items are currently proposed … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s Minister of Education Holds High-Level Meetings at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris
On March 25, 2026, Turkmenistan's Minister of Education, Jumamyrat Gurbangeldiyev, participated in a series of high-level meetings and events at UNESCO headquarters in Paris, centered around the launch of the Global Education Monitoring Report (GEM Report 2026). The visit produced several significant developments in Turkmenistan's international educational cooperation, as … [Read more...]
UNDP Supports Turkmenistan in Building Capacity to Reduce Methane Emissions
On 25 March, training on sustainable methane emissions reduction technologies in the oil and gas sector was launched in Ashgabat. The event is organized by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) as part of a methane emissions reduction and capacity-building action plan for representatives of sectoral ministries and agencies. The training is conducted within the … [Read more...]
OSCE-supported seminar in Turkmenistan addresses effective trade policies
Antimonopoly regulation and competition protection were discussed during an-OSCE supported seminar that took place in Ashgabat on 25 and 26 March 2026. Organized by the OSCE Centre in Ashgabat, the two-day event presented best practices of OSCE participating States in developing and implementing effective trade policies, and aimed to support Turkmenistan’s preparations for … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan: Over 75% of Cargo Clears Customs via Pre-Arrival Declaration
During the second session of the Turkmenistan–European Union Business Forum, focused on connectivity, Ata Rahmanov, Chief of the Automation Department of the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan, shared key results of the department's digital transformation. The primary focus was placed on the transition to a "Smart Customs" model and the implementation of the "Single Window" … [Read more...]
EU Sees “More Potential” for Turkmenistan as Central Player in Trans-Caspian Corridor
During the second session of the Turkmenistan-European Union Business Forum, focused on "Future Horizons for Connectivity," Charlotte Adriaen, Head of Department for Central Asia and Afghanistan at the European Commission (DG INTPA), outlined the strategic evolution of the Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor (TCTC). Addressing an audience of international investors and regional … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan – EU: An Open Dialogue on Business Climate and New Investment Horizons
The first session of the Turkmenistan–European Union Business Forum, held in Ashgabat on 26 March, served as a platform for a sincere and constructive exchange of views on improving the business environment in Turkmenistan. Participants discussed how to translate the country’s vast economic potential into concrete investment projects, with an emphasis on transparency, fiscal … [Read more...]
EU Ambassador Beata Peksa: We see strong potential to deepen our economic ties with Turkmenistan
Speaking at the Turkmenistan–European Union Business Forum in Ashgabat on 26 March 2026, the EU Ambassador to Turkmenistan, Beata Peksa, underscored that amid evolving global trade routes and reshaped supply chains, Turkmenistan is increasingly positioning itself as an important link between Europe and Asia. “We see strong potential to deepen our economic ties, and today’s … [Read more...]
$2.1 Billion in Trade Turnover: How Turkmenistan is Developing Trade with the EU Amid Geopolitical Risks
During the plenary session of the business forum "Turkmenistan – European Union: New Horizons for Connectivity, Investment and Sustainable Growth," the Minister of Finance and Economy of Turkmenistan, Mammetguly Astanagulov, presented a detailed overview of the current state and prospects of trade and economic cooperation between Turkmenistan and the European Union. Despite the … [Read more...]
INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE DEDICATED TO THE HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL HERITAGE OF TURKMENISTAN OPENS IN MOSCOW
On 25 March 2026, the opening of the international scientific conference "Margiana at the Crossroads of Civilizations: Intercultural Interaction in Central Asia, the Caucasus, and the Middle East – Antiquity and Modernity" took place in Moscow at the Presidium of the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS). The forum is timed to coincide with the 35th anniversary of Turkmenistan's … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan, S. Korea tout neutrality, commonality
Upcoming visit of Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov to South Korea in September to open new avenues Turkmenistan and South Korea underscored shared values of neutrality, cultural affinity and expanding economic cooperation Wednesday, as diplomats and scholars marked the Central Asian nation’s 35th anniversary of independence. Turkmenistan was declared a permanently … [Read more...]
TDH: Turkmenistan Energy Sector Overview
The State News Agency of Turkmenistan (TDH) has published an overview of the country's energy sector. The following are the key points of the article: Energy Policy: Turkmenistan's energy policy is based on the fundamental principle of diversification—transitioning from the export of raw materials to the export of high-tech products and electricity. Thanks to massive … [Read more...]
UNDP Turkmenistan announces Youth Competition: “Aral of the Future – Creating Solutions Today”
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) announces the launch of the creative ideas competition "Aral of the Future - Creating Solutions Today," timed to coincide with Aral Sea Day, celebrated on March 26. The competition is part of the project "Conservation and Sustainable Management of High-Value Land Resources and Ecosystems in the Aral Sea Basin for Multiple … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan confirms its readiness to organize a visit by the Prime Minister of Japan to Ashgabat
On 25 March 2026, in Tokyo, a meeting was held between the Ambassador of Turkmenistan, Atadurdy Bayramov, and Japan’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Kunimitsu Ayano. During the talks, the two sides discussed the current state and prospects of partnership between the two countries. Particular attention at the meeting was given to upcoming high-level contacts. Ambassador … [Read more...]
Ambassador of Turkmenistan meets with the President of the Romanian Equestrian Federation
On March 24, 2026, Turkmenistan's Ambassador to Romania, Annamammet Annayev, welcomed Ms. Marilena Mladin, President of the Romanian Equestrian Federation at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Romania. During the conversation, the parties discussed prospects for developing cooperation in horse breeding and equestrian sports. Particular attention was paid to Turkmenistan's … [Read more...]
From Dialogue to Delivery: A Strategic Roadmap for Mobilizing Climate Finance in Turkmenistan
nCa Report The inaugural Turkmen–British Forum on Climate Finance, held in Ashgabat on March 3, 2026, has initiated a new era of strategic cooperation between the two nations. Hosted by the British Embassy in partnership with TheCityUK, the forum gathered senior government ministers, state and commercial banks, and global financial leaders to discuss how climate finance … [Read more...]
How Digital Tools Are Transforming TB Treatment In Turkmenistan
Maya Amanmuradova, UNDP Communications Associate (Turkmenistan) What Are These New Technologies? Smart Pillboxes are electronic devices that store medicines and emit audible reminders when it's time to take a dose of TB medicines. The system records the exact time the box is opened and transmits this adherence data to a responsible nurse in medical facility. This enables … [Read more...]
Italy’s Saipem to Provide Eco-Friendly Technology for New Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. Plant in Turkmenistan
Italian company Saipem has been awarded a licensing contract for urea production at a new fertilizer plant in Turkmenistan, currently being constructed by Japan's Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. (MHI). The contract includes the licensing of Saipem’s proprietary Urea Snamprogetti™ technology, along with related engineering services. The urea plant will have a capacity of … [Read more...]
Qualifying Tournament for the U16 Chess Olympiad Among Turkic Nations Concludes in Ashgabat
From 17 to 22 March, the Ashgabat Specialized Chess and Checkers School hosted the qualifying tournament for the first-ever U16 Chess Olympiad among Turkic nations for boys and girls. The competition brought together 49 young chess players from various regions of the country. Notably, children from younger categories (U12 and U14) successfully fought their way into the U16 … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Hosts Major International High‑Level Forum “TurkmenTravel–2026”
Derya Soysal During a Cabinet of Ministers meeting chaired via the digital system by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, preparations were reviewed for one of the key spring events: the international forum “TurkmenTravel–2026”, to be held April 14–17, 2026. The agenda includes specialized seminars and round‑table sessions organized jointly with the World Tourism … [Read more...]
Poetic dialogue of cultures organized by the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Ukraine
On the occasion of World Poetry Day, celebrated annually on March 21, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Ukraine held a poetry marathon, "Dialogue of Cultures in Poetic Words," with the participation of representatives of the Turkmen diaspora in Ukraine and embassy diplomats. The goal of this project is to promote the rich poetic heritage and strengthen cultural and humanitarian … [Read more...]
Historical Turkmenistan Team Chess Championship Kicks Off
One of the most significant events in the history of domestic chess, the Turkmenistan Team Chess Championship, has officially commenced in the capital. The tournament is being held from 22 to 28 March 2026 at the specialized chess and checkers school in Ashgabat. This competition marks a historic milestone, as it is being held for the first time since the country's … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Uganda Discuss Ways to Strengthen Partnership
On 24 March 2026, negotiations were held between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and the State Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uganda, Henry Oryem Okello, who is visiting Ashgabat. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, the sides expressed satisfaction with the progressive development of bilateral … [Read more...]
Eco-Culture Online: New “Young Naturalist” Website to Unite Turkmenistan’s Nature Advocates
As nature awakens and flourishes this spring, the official website of one of Turkmenistan’s leading environmental NGOs, "Ýaş Tebigatçy" (Young Naturalist), has officially launched at tebigatchy.co.tm. The rollout of this digital platform marks a significant milestone in modernizing the organization’s operations, aimed at broadening public access to information regarding its … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan Discusses Prospects for Agricultural Cooperation
On 23 March 2026, a meeting was held in Tashkent between the Minister of Agriculture of Uzbekistan, Ibrokhim Abdurakhmonov, and the Deputy Minister of Agriculture of Turkmenistan, Berkeli Berkeliyev. During the dialogue, which took place on the sidelines of the international forum "Italy – Central Asia (C5) + Azerbaijan," the parties discussed the further development … [Read more...]
Tashkent hosts Agro-Forum in Central Asia – Italy – Azerbaijan Format
An international business forum titled "Innovations, Regenerative Agriculture, Export, and Digitalization for Sustainable Agro-Ecosystems" is taking place in Tashkent on 23–24 March 2026, featuring participation from Italy, Central Asian countries, and Azerbaijan. On the first day of the forum, high-level delegates from Italy, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, … [Read more...]
Foreign Ministers of Turkmenistan and Iran Held Telephone Talks
On 23 March 2026, a telephone conversation took place between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Abbas Araghchi, according to the foreign ministry of Turkmenistan. The parties exchanged congratulations on the occasion of Nowruz. Araghchi expressed his gratitude to the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and China: A Partnership in Motion
Tariq Saeedi and Elvira Kadyrova The Beijing visit and the Ashgabat forum of March 2026 mark a new phase in a relationship that has been quietly, but steadily, reshaping Central Asia's economic geography When Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, arrived in Beijing in the third week of March 2026, it was … [Read more...]
National Leader of the Turkmen People gives Interview to China’s CGTN
On the sidelines of his visit to China, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, gave an interview to the CGTN television channel, offering an in-depth look at the multifaceted strategic partnership between Turkmenistan and China. Berdimuhamedov emphasized the deep historical roots of bilateral ties, which date back to the era of the Great Silk … [Read more...]
National Leader of Turkmenistan and President of Uzbekistan Hold Telephone Talks
On 20 March 2026, at the initiative of the Turkmen side, a telephone conversation took place between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The leaders congratulated each other and the peoples of both countries on the holidays of Oraza Bayramy (Eid … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan-China Energy Alliance Strengthens: CNPC bags a contract for Fourth Phase of Galkynysh Supergiant Field Development
The President of Turkmenistan has signed a resolution signaling the start of the next stage in the development of Galkynysh, one of the world's largest gas fields. According to the document, the State Concern "Türkmengaz" is authorized to enter into a "turnkey" contract with the Chinese company CNPC Amudarya Petroleum Company Ltd. (a subsidiary of China National Petroleum … [Read more...]
National Leader of the Turkmen People Visits the “Equuleus” International Equestrian Complex in Beijing
On the final day of his visit to the People's Republic of China, the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, visited the international equestrian complex “Equuleus” in Beijing. During the visit, the National Leader was introduced to the complex's infrastructure. Chinese specialists demonstrated techniques for … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Congratulates the Nation on Eid al-Fitr
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan has extended his congratulations to the people of Turkmenistan on the arrival of the sacred holiday of Oraza Bayramy (Eid al-Fitr, or the Festival of Breaking the Fast). The President's congratulatory message was published on 20 March 2026 in the country’s official media outlets. Eid al-Fitr is one of the two most … [Read more...]
Korea and Central Asia Celebrate the Shared Heritage of Nowruz
On Wednesday, 18 March 2026, the Korea-Central Asia Cooperation Forum Secretariat, alongside five Central Asian nations, celebrated the cultural heritage of the Nowruz spring festival as a vital link between Korea and the Central Asian region, The Korea Herald reports. The history of the Nowruz festival spans millennia across regions along the Silk Road, including … [Read more...]
Belarusian Business in Ashgabat: Outcomes of the Business Visit and New Contracts
A large delegation of Belarusian enterprises visited Ashgabat. The trip, organized by the Mogilev and Minsk branches of the Belarusian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BelCCI) with the support of the Embassy of Belarus in Turkmenistan, took place from 15 to 19 March 2026. The main occasion for the visit was an exhibition dedicated to the 18th anniversary of the Union … [Read more...]
Fostering Inclusive Education: Insights from Ashgabat
ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, 19 March 2026 – British Ambassador to Turkmenistan, Mr Stephen Conlon and Jalpa Ratna, UNICEF Representative visited Pilot Inclusive School No. 74 in Ashgabat yesterday, to observe how inclusive education is being implemented in practice and how schools and their environment are being adapted to ensure that children with disabilities can … [Read more...]
From History to Modernity: Turkmenistan Presented at UC Leuven
A lecture titled “Independent neutral Turkmenistan is the homeland of purposeful winged horses” was held at UC Leuven in Belgium, featuring the Ambassador of Turkmenistan, renowned blogger and polyglot Yuji Beleza, as well as Central Asia researcher Derya Soysal. In his address, the Ambassador presented to students the path of Turkmenistan’s development as an … [Read more...]
Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan Showcase Cultural Heritage at Minsk International Book Fair
The 33rd Minsk International Book Fair featured special cultural presentations by Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan, as reported by the BELTA news agency. Denis Ezersky, Belarus's Deputy Minister of Information, noted that these presentations are designed to foster a deeper understanding of the diverse cultures and traditions within the region. Guests at the event … [Read more...]