Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Serik Zhumangarin and Director General of the Agency for Transport and Communications under the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Mammetkhan Chakiyev held a bilateral meeting in Astana. The sides discussed prospects for cooperation in the transport sector. Both countries are actively cooperating in the development of the … [Read more...]
Central Asian Transport Ministers Advance Cooperation
Ministers of Transport of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan convened in Astana on 8 August 2023, to discuss enhancing regional connectivity. The meeting, held ahead of the Sixth Consultative Meeting of Central Asian Heads of State, focused on expanding transit corridors, rail and road infrastructure, and air travel options, ministry of … [Read more...]
Speech by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov at the sixth Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States
Dear Heads of State, Dear members of the delegations! First of all, I would like to express my gratitude to the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, dear Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich Tokayev, for the hospitality and excellent organization of the meeting. Our annual meetings have already become a tradition and, as practice shows, they are always relevant. During these … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan strengthen economic cooperation: Kazakh-Turkmen Trade Grew by Nearly a Third
On 9 August 2024, First Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Sklyar met with Deputy Chairmen of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Batyr Atdaev and Baymyrat Annamammedov in Astana. During the meeting, the sides exchanged views on the economic situation in Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan, discussed the current status and prospects for the development of … [Read more...]
Presidents of Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan hold negotiations in Astana
On Friday, 9 August, talks were held in Astana between President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The meeting was also attended by members of the delegations. Tokayev thanked the President of Turkmenistan for participating in the Summit, and also noted the importance of his visit in terms of further promoting the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan could make efforts to link the transport systems of Central Asia, China, Europe, the Middle East, says President Serdar Berdimuhamedov
Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan could make efforts to create the necessary conditions for the linking the transport systems of Central Asia, China, Europe, the Middle East, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov said during a meeting with President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev in Astana, Friday, 9 August. In this regard, the relevance of the … [Read more...]
President Sadyr Japarov: Our main goal is to turn Central Asia into a stable, economically developed, prosperous region
The format of Consultative meetings of the leaders of the Central Asian countries is in high demand and gives the necessary additional impetus to strengthening regional cooperation, President Sadyr Japarov of Kyrgyzstan said, speaking at the summit of the heads of Central Asia in Astana, on Friday, 9 August. "The past five meetings have shown the firm commitment of the … [Read more...]
President Emomali Rahmon: Rapid changes in the world necessitates developing a unified position on the future of Central Asia
Given the rapidly evolving global landscape, there is an urgent need for a unified position of Central Asian countries for the future, stated President Emomali Rahmon of Tajikistan during his remarks at the 6th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia. The Head of Tajikistan drew the attention of counterparts from Central Asian countries to the issues of … [Read more...]
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev: The well-being of the Central Asian countries largely depends on common efforts and willingness to cooperate closely
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev: The well-being of the Central Asian countries largely depends on common efforts and willingness to cooperate closelyCentral Asia, due to its geopolitical position, is fully experiencing all the negative consequences of the global crisis of confidence and escalation of conflicts, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev stressed during his speech … [Read more...]
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev: Kazakhstan’s strategic course to strengthen regional partnership and enhance the role of Central Asia on the world stage remains unwavering
Speaking at the 6th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev pointed out the importance of maintaining high dynamics of development in the Central Asian region in the current complex geopolitical and economic realities. He outlined a number of urgent tasks, the solution of which will contribute to the further … [Read more...]
6th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States in Astana – Central Asian leaders outline long-term plans for regional cooperation
On 9 August 2024, the 6th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian states was held in Astana under the chairmanship of the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The summit was attended by: Kazakhstan – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev Kyrgyzstan – President Sadyr Japarov Tajikistan – President Emomali Rahmon Turkmenistan – President Serdar … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov arrives in Astana
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov will take part in the VI Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia. The Head of Turkmenistan was met by the Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov. Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan are steadily expanding trade and economic cooperation across the entire spectrum of interaction. Thus, in 5 years, the mutual … [Read more...]
Karakum River: the project of the century
Elena Dolgova Seventy years ago, in July 1954, construction began on one of the 20th century's greatest engineering feats: the Karakum Canal. The project was initially conceived to support increased cotton cultivation in Turkmenistan. However, it soon evolved into a grand realization of the Turkmen people's age-old dream: to transform the barren lowlands of the Kopetdag … [Read more...]
Turkmen Cultural Days in Hungary Celebrating Shared Heritage
The cultural heritage of Turkmenistan is being showcased for the first time in Hungary through the Turkmen Cultural Days at the Hungarian Heritage House in Budapest, with the opening event held on Wednesday evening. Máté Vincze, Deputy Secretary of State for Public Collections and Cultural Development at the Ministry of Culture and Innovation, highlighted the significance of … [Read more...]
Unlock UK education: Chevening Scholarships for Turkmen students
Applications for Chevening Scholarships to study in the UK are open from 6 August to 5 November 2024. Prospective candidates can submit their applications via chevening.org/apply. Chevening Scholarships are awarded to individuals from diverse backgrounds who can demonstrate the commitment and skills needed to become future leaders. Applicants must have a realistic and … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan has left on a working visit to the Republic of Kazakhstan
Today, on 9 August, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov left on a working visit to the Republic of Kazakhstan to participate in the sixth Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian states, as well as in the first Summit of the Central Asia–Japan Dialogue. Consistently implementing a foreign policy course based on the principles of positive neutrality and peacefulness, … [Read more...]
Community of action and mutual support are the dictates of the times
Irina Imamkulieva During a telephone conversation on August 5, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev invited President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov to take part in the sixth Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia, as well as the first Summit of the “Central Asia + Japan” Dialogue, which will be held in Astana. Having respectfully accepted … [Read more...]
School Bazars in full swing in Turkmenistan
Traditionally, School Bazars are established before the start of the academic year in Turkmenistan. With their colourful and attractive display of merchandize, these bazars offer a wide variety of school supplies, bags and accessories. School education is completely free in Turkmenistan. The government also provides all the textbooks to the students. Additionally, every … [Read more...]
ADB Unveils New Country Partnership Strategy to Boost Turkmenistan’s Green and Competitive Economy
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has published a new Country Partnership Strategy (CPS) for Turkmenistan, outlining its commitment to support the country's transformation into a sustainable, climate-resilient, and competitive economy from 2024 to 2028. The CPS is built upon three pillars: supporting the green transformation to a sustainable and climate-resilient … [Read more...]
Treasures of the Caspian Sea: Turkmenistan’s Salt Industry Leads the Way
Table salt produced at the Guvlyduz plant in Guvlymayak, Turkmenbashi district (western Turkmenistan), is a cornerstone of Turkmenistan's natural wealth. A flagship enterprise of the Turkmenhimiya State Concern, Guvlyduz extracted nearly 57,364 tons of salt in January-July of 2024, surpassing the year's target by 1,600 tons. Possessing over 40 million tons of reserves, … [Read more...]
Tehran Convention: A Cornerstone for Caspian Cooperation
Since its entry into force in 2007, the Framework Convention for the Protection of the Marine Environment of the Caspian Sea (Tehran Convention) has been celebrated annually on August 12 as Caspian Day. This observance unites the millions of residents across the five littoral states who share a deep connection through environmental, economic activities, energy, fisheries, and … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s Shipbuilding Industry Takes Off: A South Korean Partnership
Turkmenistan is making significant strides in its shipbuilding industry. The Balkan Shipbuilding and Repair Plant, located within the Turkmenbashi International Seaport, has embarked on a joint venture with South Korea's Koryo Shipbuilding Industry Technology Co. Ltd. to construct two state-of-the-art dry bulk carriers. These vessels, each with a capacity of 6,100 tons, are … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Learns from Uzbekistan’s Electronic Customs Model
On 30-31 July 2024, a delegation of the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan, consisting of the head of the technical support department and employees of the customs automation department, visited Tashkent to study the experience of the Uzbekistan customs authorities in creating a Customs Clearance Center. The visit also allowed to get insights on operation of customs posts … [Read more...]
Astana hosted the first meeting of the Ministers of Energy of the Central Asian states
On Tuesday, 6 August 2024, Astana hosted the first meeting of the energy ministers of the Central Asian states. The event was chaired by the Minister of Energy of Kazakhstan Almasadam Satkaliev. The meeting was attended by: • Kyrgyzstan - Minister of Energy Taalaibek Ibraev • Tajikistan - Minister of Energy and Water Resources of Tajikistan Juma Daler Shofakir • … [Read more...]
IOM builds national capacities on human mobility management in the context of adaptation to climate change
6 August 2024, Ashgabat - Dashoguz. Senior and mid-level government officials from relevant national institutions at the regional and national level have improved their capacities and understanding of human mobility management in the context of adaptation to climate change in a series of events organized by IOM in Turkmenistan in late July 2024 as part of the IOM project … [Read more...]
UNDP Supports Youth Entrepreneurship in Turkmenistan
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan, as part of the Country Component for Turkmenistan of the regional project "Promoting Resilient Communities to Prevent Violent Extremism in Central Asia," conducted a series of mentorship trainings focused on the fundamentals of entrepreneurship for youth in the project’s pilot regions. These sessions were designed … [Read more...]
Issues of improving legislation in the field of sustainable management of land and water resources and ecosystems discussed in Ashgabat
A round table was held at the UN building in Ashgabat on improving legislation in the field of sustainable management of land and water resources and ecosystems as part of the UNDP-GEF project "Conservation and Sustainable Management of Land Resources and High Nature Value Ecosystems in the Aral Sea Basin for Multiple Benefits", the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper writes. The … [Read more...]
The development of the trade sector is a factor in strengthening the national economy
TDH Commentary Turkmenistan's trade policy is one of the key factors of the country's economic development and its foreign policy relations. The growth of trade turnover in the domestic market is evidence of the successful implementation of the tasks set for the sphere of trade, as well as improving the welfare and social standard of living of the people. At an expanded … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan is building up the potential of transport diplomacy and transit highways
TDH Commentary The sphere of transport and communications is the most important component of the economy of any nation. The dynamics of its development largely determines the dynamics of the development of the whole country. In turn, one of the integral components of the transport infrastructure is the freight and passenger transportation service, which is responsible for … [Read more...]
Khazar: protection of natural systems and bioresources
Elena Dolgova Environmental partnership in the Caspian region is defined by the Framework Convention for the Protection of the Marine Environment of the Caspian Sea (Tehran), and the main issues of protection of biological resources are regulated by the UN Convention on Biological Diversity. Turkmenistan was among the first nations to join this convention in June 1996. The … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s gas industry: from the past to the present
Oraznazar Hashdekov The 1970s marked a very productive period for the gas industry of Turkmenistan. The tireless efforts of the country's oil and gas experts led to the discovery and development of numerous gas and gas condensate fields, significantly bolstering the national economy. One such colossal find is the Kukurtli gas condensate field, situated on the Amu Darya … [Read more...]
The President of Kazakhstan will visit Turkmenistan this fall
On Monday, 5 August, a telephone conversation took place between President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The heads of state noted the high dynamics of the development of Kazakh-Turkmen relations and discussed preparations for the upcoming visit of the President of Kazakhstan to Turkmenistan this autumn, the official … [Read more...]
Embassy of Pakistan hosts reception for Turkmen business delegation traveling to Pakistan
Ambassador KK Ahsan Wagan of Pakistan hosted a reception on 4 August 2024 for the Turkmen business delegation traveling to Pakistan. The delegation will participate in the FoodAG 2024. FoodAG 2024 is the Second International Food & Agriculture Exhibition 2024 being organized by TDAP at EXPO Center Karachi (09-11 August 2024). With its theme of "Growing a sustainable … [Read more...]
Gas swap and transport corridors: How Iran and Turkmenistan are building the future of cooperation
Trade between Turkmenistan and Iran is currently valued at approximately $500 million. However, Iranian Ambassador to Turkmenistan Ali Mojtaba Rouzbehani believes this figure is set to soar as the two nations collaborate on new economic ventures. In an interview with the Turkmenistan newspaper, the ambassador highlighted the significance of a recent gas swap agreement with … [Read more...]
Fitch Upgrades Turkmenistan to ‘BB-‘; Outlook Stable
Fitch Ratings has upgraded Turkmenistan's Long-Term Foreign-Currency (LTFC) Issuer Default Rating (IDR) to 'BB-' from 'B+'. The Outlook is Stable. Here is a summary of the commentary by Fitch ratings: Key Rating Drivers The upgrade reflects the following key rating drivers and their relative weights: HIGH Strengthened Sovereign Balance Sheet: There has been a … [Read more...]
Turkmen seismologists expand international cooperation
The Institute of Seismology and Atmospheric Physics of Turkmenistan is a leading research center focused on earthquake studies, geophysics, and geodynamics. Svetlana Akhmedova, the scientific secretary of this Institute, in her article, published by Neutral Turkmenistan Newpapser, told about the work of Turkmen seismologists at the national level and about the main events from … [Read more...]
UNDP Empowers Youth with Sustainable Agriculture Training in Turkmenistan
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan, as part of the Country Component for Turkmenistan of the regional project "Promoting Resilient Communities to Prevent Violent Extremism in Central Asia," hosted a series of mentoring trainings for youth on the fundamentals of sustainable agriculture. These trainings, held from July 22 to July 30, 2024, in the … [Read more...]
The delegation of Turkmenistan visited the Republic of the Philippines
On 2 August 2024, as part of the visit of the delegation of Turkmenistan to the Republic of the Philippines, political consultations between the foreign ministries of Turkmenistan and the Republic of the Philippines took place in Manila. The Turkmen delegation was led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ahmet Gurbanov, while the Philippine side was headed by Maria Teresa … [Read more...]
Dutch companies to make a return agricultural mission to Turkmenistan
The Turkmenistan Ambassador to Belgium, Sapar Palvanov, met with Mohammad Reza Mashadi, Managing Director of the reputable international organization East-West Trade, which provides assistance to Dutch companies in the development of trade and international business in the agricultural sector. The meeting was also attended by former Dutch Ambassador to Kazakhstan Peter van … [Read more...]
Enhancing e-commerce regulations in Turkmenistan
E-commerce lets small businesses in Turkmenistan tap into new international markets. With the right policies, they can achieve even more. Several national documents prioritize digital transformation, including the State Program for the Development of the Digital Economy in Turkmenistan for 2021–2025. To further that goal, the International Trade Centre (ITC) launched … [Read more...]
Biotechnologies in the service of agriculture: Turkmen scientists reveal the potential of insects as a source of protein
The Biotechnology Laboratory of the International Scientific and Technological Park of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan is conducting research on insects as a potential protein source. One focus is the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens), a small fly whose larvae are widely used as animal feed. "The growing demand for alternative protein sources has prompted us … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Sees Watermelon Export Boom
Turkmenistan is experiencing a surge in watermelon exports amid a bountiful melon harvest season. The country's State Customs Service reports that watermelons and melons have become the primary agricultural exports in 2024. Export figures are staggering. In January-July period of 2024, watermelon exports have increased 10 times compared to the total volume of exports for … [Read more...]
Caspian Sea is a region of great opportunities and true neighborliness
Allaberdy Niyazov, Senior Researcher at the Scientific Center for Strategic Studies at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Almost six years ago, the heads of the five Caspian littoral states (Azerbaijan, Iran, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Russia) signed the Convention on the Legal Status of the Caspian Sea in Aktau, … [Read more...]
India-Uzbekistan Container Service Launched via Turkmenistan
Turkmenistan's Transport and Logistics Center (TULM) has successfully launched the first container train service between India and Uzbekistan. The inaugural train, carrying 20 TEU containers of ceramic tiles, departed from Iran's Bandar Abbas port and is currently en route to Chukursai railway station in Uzbekistan via Turkmenistan's Sarakhs. At Sarakhs, cargo is being … [Read more...]
The Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan hosted a round table dedicated to World Ranger Day
Shirin Karryeva, CLLC and CXL Project Manager Every 31 July, the world comes together to celebrate World Ranger Day, a tribute to the brave men and women who dedicate their lives to protecting the most vulnerable natural and cultural values of our planet. This day serves as a stark reminder of the vital role that rangers/inspectors of parks and reserves play in conservation … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan is ready to invest in the construction of the Torghundi-Herat railway in Afghanistan
The Turkmen delegation headed by Chairman of the Turkmendemiryollary Agency (Turkmen Railways) Azat Atamuradov held talks with Deputy Minister of of Public Works for Railway transport of Afghanistan Bakhtur Rahman Sharaft in Kabul, the Ministry of Public Works of Afghanistan reported. The two-day meeting involved detailed discussions between the delegations of both countries … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Reiterates Commitment to Energy Cooperation with Türkiye
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov reaffirmed Turkmenistan's dedication to deepening energy ties with Turkey during a meeting with Turkish Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar on Wednesday. Highlighting Türkiye’s pivotal role in Turkmenistan's foreign trade, Berdimuhamedov emphasized the vast potential for expanding collaboration in energy, mining, … [Read more...]
Türkiye, Turkmenistan want to trade 300 bcm of gas in next 20 years: Turkish energy minister
Türkiye and Turkmenistan aim to have an annual gas trade volume of 15 billion cubic meters (bcm) in the next 20 years, amounting to 300 bcm, the Turkish Energy and Natural Resources Ministry said Wednesday. To reach that volume, the two nations "need a pipeline," but utilizing existing infrastructure, Ankara and Ashgabat aim to start with an initial volume of 2 bcm through a … [Read more...]
Development of oil and gas and mineral resources, electric power industry – the key topics of the Turkmen-Turkish talks in Ashgabat
Minister of Energy and Natural Resources of Türkiye Alparslan Bayraktar held talks with the heads of Turkmenistan's fuel and electric energy industry, in Ashgabat "During the intensive bilateral negotiations we held in Turkmenistan, we met with Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan for Oil and Gas Batyr Amanov, Chairman of the Turkmengaz Maksat Babayev … [Read more...]
The newly appointed U.S. Ambassador presented her credentials to the President of Turkmenistan
On Wednesday, 31 July, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to Turkmenistan Ms.Elizabeth Rood. During the meeting, the fruitful nature of the interstate dialogue developing in the political and diplomatic sphere was noted. In this regard, it was stressed that the regular relevant departments of the two countries maintain contacts on issues … [Read more...]