Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, 16 July 2024 – The United Nations Country Team (UNCT) in Turkmenistan participated in the Second meeting of the "Turkmenistan - UN" Strategic Advisory Board (SAB), which was established by the President of Turkmenistan on March 8, 2024. The meeting was co-chaired by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Mr. Rashid … [Read more...]
Alongside TAPI gas line route: Crucial regional rail project on the cards
Pakistan and Turkmenistan are likely to announce next week, the construction of a railway line along the route of the TAPI (Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India) gas pipeline project to enhance regional connectivity and provide a reliable transportation link between the two countries, well-informed sources told Business Recorder. This announcement is part of the decisions … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Afghanistan discussed the construction of a new railway line – Turkmenistan will soon begin construction of a logistics center in Torghundi
A trilateral meeting of representatives of Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Afghanistan took place on the sidelines of the first transport trade and export forum in Aktau. The parties discussed the possibility of building a new railway line Torghundi – Herat – Kandahar – Spin-Buldak, which will run from the western border of Turkmenistan through Afghanistan to Pakistan and … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan, Iran, Turkmenistan, and Russia Sign Roadmap for North-South Transport Corridor
Kazakhstan, Iran, Turkmenistan, and Russia have signed a Roadmap for the synchronous development of the potential of the eastern route of the North-South transport corridor for 2024-2025, according to the Ministry of Transport of Kazakhstan. The implementation of this document by 2027 will increase the capacity of the corridor to 15 million tons per year, and by 2030 to 20 … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and ADNOC discuss gas cooperation issues
On 20 July 2024, a meeting was held in the format of a videoconference between the leadership of the State Concern Turkmengaz and the Minister of Industry and Advanced Technologies of the United Arab Emirates, Director General of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) Sultan Ahmed Al-Jaber, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan reports. During the meeting, the … [Read more...]
Туркменистан, Казахстан и Афганистан активизируют транспортное сотрудничество
19 июля 2024 года в рамках проходящего в г. Актау (Казахстан) Первого торгово-логистического форума «Север-Юг» состоялась трёхсторонняя встреча руководителей транспортных ведомств Туркменистана, Казахстана и Афганистана, в ходе которой был обсужден широкий комплекс вопросов, связанных с дальнейшим наращиванием потенциала сотрудничества между тремя государствами в транспортной … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Afghanistan enhance transport cooperation
On July 19, 2024, as part of the First «North-South» Trade and Logistics Forum taking place in Aktau (Kazakhstan), a trilateral meeting of the heads of transport departments of Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan and Afghanistan was held, during which a wide range of issues related to further capacity building were discussed cooperation between the three states in the transport … [Read more...]
New Azerbaijani Tanker Makes Maiden Voyage to Turkmenistan
The "Zangilan," a new oil tanker built for the Azerbaijan Caspian Shipping Company (ASCO), successfully completed its maiden voyage to the port of Aladja in Turkmenistan. The tanker, commissioned on 2 July in the presence of Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, delivered crude oil from Turkmenistan to the Sangachal seaport on 17 July. The port point of Aladja is located near … [Read more...]
Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Freedom of Expression in focus of OSCE seminar in Turkmenistan
An OSCE-organized seminar on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on freedom of expression took place on 17 and 18 July 2024 in Ashgabat. The two-day event gave an overview of the legal challenges posed by the emergence of AI and presented initiatives of international organizations aimed at addressing these challenges. Opening the seminar, William Leaf, the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and ADB Team Up for Greener Agriculture Project
Representatives from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), including climate specialist Leo Chris Palao and consultant Johannes Kunink, recently held a series of consultative meetings with environmental management and agriculture specialists in Ashgabat. Employees from the ADB's Ashgabat office also participated in the final meeting, according to the Neutral Turkmenistan … [Read more...]
New UNICEF Representative in Turkmenistan presented credentials to President
On Wednesday, 17 July 2024, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Ms. Jalpa Ratna, newly appointed Representative of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) in Turkmenistan. The Head of state congratulated Ms.Jalpa Ratna on her appointment as head of the representative office of the United Nations Children's Fund in Turkmenistan and wished great success in her work in … [Read more...]
The newly appointed Ambassador of Kazakhstan presented credentials to the Head of Turkmenistan
On Wednesday, 17 July 2024, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the newly appointed Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Turkmenistan, Nurlan Nogayev, who presented credentials to the head of state. At the beginning of the meeting, the Ambassador conveyed greetings from President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to the Head of Turkmenistan and the National Leader of the Turkmen people, … [Read more...]
Deputy Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan visits the Slovak Republic – Slovakia Seeks to Revitalize Political and Economic Dialogue with Turkmenistan
On July 16-17, 2024, a delegation of Turkmenistan headed by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Ahmed Gurbanov visited the Slovak Republic for political consultations and bilateral meetings. The main purpose of the visit was to strengthen bilateral relations and develop mutually beneficial cooperation between the two countries. During the visit, A.Gurbanov … [Read more...]
Turkmen Scientists Look to Microalgae for Green Energy and Wastewater Treatment
Turkmen scientists are pioneering the use of microalgae for a two-pronged purpose: generating clean, renewable energy and purifying sewage and drainage water. This research aligns with the goals outlined in the State Program for the Integrated Development of Biotechnologies in Turkmenistan (2024-2028). Additionally, despite rich oil and gas reserves, Turkmenistan recognizes the … [Read more...]
OSCE seminar addresses the regulatory framework for reducing methane emission in Turkmenistan
Best practices for the regulatory framework, inventory and calculation of greenhouse gas (GHG) emission were shared during an OSCE-organized seminar that began on 16 July in Ashgabat. The OSCE Centre in Ashgabat organized the two-day seminar to provide an overview of existing legislation in the area of GHG (methane) emission and to facilitate the introduction of mechanisms … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan Boosts Gas Transit and Production
In 2024, Kazakhstan will increase the transit of Turkmen and Uzbek gas to China to 37.1 billion cubic meters (+1.5 billion cu m). This was announced at a government meeting on Tuesday, July 16, by Kazakhstan’s Energy Minister Almasadam Satkaliyev, who reported on the current state and prospects for the development of the gas industry. The report also discussed the transit of … [Read more...]
The 18th meeting of the Joint Uzbek-Turkmen Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technical and Cultural Cooperation held in Tashkent
On 16 July 2024, the 18th meeting of the Joint Uzbek-Turkmen Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technical and Cultural Cooperation was held in Tashkent. The event was co-chaired by Deputy Prime Minister of Uzbekistan Jamshid Khodjaev and Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Batyr Atdaev. It was also attended by the heads of ministries, … [Read more...]
The second meeting of the Turkmenistan–UN Strategic Advisory Board was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan
On July 16, 2024, the second meeting of the Turkmenistan–UN Strategic Advisory Board was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The agenda included consideration of the results of the visit of the UN Secretary-General to Turkmenistan, as well as discussion of the Action Plan in Turkmenistan and abroad for the implementation of the UN General Assembly … [Read more...]
The Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Turkmenistan presented copies of credentials
On July 16, 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held a meeting with the newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Turkmenistan Nurlan Nogayev, who presented copies of his credentials. Meredov congratulated the Ambassador on his appointment to a responsible post and expressed the readiness of the Turkmen side to provide … [Read more...]
Hungary hosted Show and Championship of the Unique Akhal-teke Horses
Last weekend, Bábolna, Hungary, hosted the European Championship and equestrian show for the Akhal-Teke horse breed, native to Turkmenistan (Hungary Today reports). The event highlighted this unique breed, considered an ancestor of many popular horses today. Hungarian Minister of Agriculture István Nagy, in his opening speech, acknowledged the breed's endangered status in … [Read more...]
Turkmen Center for Public Health and Nutrition Earns Quality Management Certification
On 10 July, the Center for Public Health and Nutrition of Turkmenistan achieved a significant milestone. The Center, which subordinated to the State Sanitary and Epidemiological Service of the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry, was awarded a certificate of compliance with the internationally recognized TDS ISO 9001 quality system, according to the Neutral Turkmenistan … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan-Turkmenistan Business Council Convenes and “Made in Turkmenistan” Exhibition opens in Tashkent
On 15 July 2024, Tashkent hosted the fourth meeting of the Turkmenistan-Uzbekistan Business Council, coinciding with the "Made in Turkmenistan" exhibition, according to UzDaily.uz. The council was chaired by Dilshod Rasulov, Deputy Chairman of Uzbekistan's Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Mergen Gurdov, Chairman of Turkmenistan's Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The … [Read more...]
World Customs Organization Supports Turkmenistan’s AEO Implementation
The World Customs Organization (WCO) conducted a five-day seminar on the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) program for Turkmenistan's State Customs Service and representatives from the Union of Entrepreneurs and Industrialists of Turkmenistan. Gaetano Sassone (Italian Agency for Customs and Monopolies) and Dongsuk Kim (Korean Customs Service) served as WCO technical … [Read more...]
300th anniversary of Magtymguly Fragi celebrated in Kazan as part of the gastronomic festival
On 13-14 July 2024, the 300th anniversary of the great Turkmen poet Magtymguly Fragi was also celebrated in the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan as part of the Delicious Kazan gastronomic festival. The celebration of the poet's anniversary, which was organized by the Consulate General of Turkmenistan in Kazan, was held in the spirit of the festival. The highlight was a … [Read more...]
New Departments Established in Turkmenistan’s Foreign Ministry
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan (MFA) announced the creation of two new departments within its Central Office: • the Department of Foreign Policy Information and Digital Diplomacy • the Department of Consular Service. This establishment, authorized by a Presidential Decree dated 11 July 2024, reflects the Ministry's focus on enhancing both foreign policy … [Read more...]
Turkish embassy in Ashgabat holds event and photo exhibition to mark the Day of Democracy and National Unity
The embassy of Türkiye in Ashgabat hosted an event and a photo exhibition on 15 July 2024 to mark the Day of Democracy and National Unity. This was dedicated to the memory of the martyrs who sacrificed their lives to defend the democracy against a coup attempt in 2016. The program took place at the Cultural Center of the Turkish Embassy in Ashgabat. The event was attended … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Expands Educational Curricula with New Specialties
Secondary and higher education institutions in Turkmenistan offer new specialties for the upcoming academic year 2024/2025. The entrance campaign is currently underway, running from 15 July to 26 August. Seven universities are introducing a total of 12 new programs at the specialist, bachelor's, and master's levels: Turkmen Agricultural University named after … [Read more...]
Chinese freight train to enter Iran from Turkmenistan: envoy
The Iranian envoy to China has said that a Chinese transit train will enter Iran from Incheh Borun Crossing after crossing Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan. Mohsen Bakhtiar, Iran's ambassador to China, wrote on the X social network that "In continuation of the efforts of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran to strengthen the transit position of the country in the transfer … [Read more...]
Ambassador of Turkmenistan met with the Director General of the Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the State of Qatar, Myratgeldy Seyitmammedov, met with the Director General of the Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Ali Saeed Bu Sharbak Al Mansori. The parties discussed the prospects for the development of bilateral trade and economic cooperation, as well as the importance of establishing partnerships in such areas as the food … [Read more...]
Afghanistan Sees Exports to Central Asia Surge Through Torghundi Port
Afghan officials report a significant rise in exports to Central Asian nations, particularly Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan, via Herat's Torghundi dry port, according to the official Afghan news agency Alemarah. The export volume has doubled compared to the previous year, officials say. Last year, an average of 15 trucks carrying Afghan goods crossed the port … [Read more...]
Afghanistan and Turkmenistan Discuss Progress on TAPI Gas Pipeline Project
The Afghan Ministry of Mines and Oil Industry reports on a meeting held in Kabul between the Minister of Mines and Petroleum Hidayatullah Badri, and the Ambassador of Turkmenistan, Khoja Ovezov. The primary focus of the meeting was the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project. The parties discussed the project's current progress, technical and … [Read more...]
UNDP and IOM organized a working meeting on rational water use in Turkmenistan amid changing climate conditions
The UNDP/GCF project "Developing a National Adaptation Planning Process in Turkmenistan" in cooperation with the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan and the IOM project “Mainstreaming the Migration, Environment and Climate Change Nexus into Climate-Related National Planning Processes” organized a working meeting between representatives of the governmental, … [Read more...]
New music video in honor of the 300th anniversary of Magtymguly Fragi: Turkmenistan in the heart of Europe
To celebrate the 300th anniversary of Turkmen thinker Magtymguly Fragi, the Turkmen Embassy in Belgium hosted a music video premiere. Filmed in Brussels and the embassy, the video features a rap song about Turkmenistan by young Belgian artist Tony. The event attracted European media, EU institutions, think tanks, ambassadors of friendly countries and other guests. Ambassador … [Read more...]
Новый музыкальный клип в честь 300-летия Махтумкули: Туркменистан в сердце Европы
В честь 300-летия туркменского мыслителя Махтумкули Фраги в посольстве Туркменистана в Королевстве Бельгия состоялась торжественная презентация музыкального видеоклипа, снятого при поддержке посольства в знаменитых локациях Брюсселя и в самом диппредставительстве. Клип создан на песню о Туркменистане в жанре рэп, исполненную молодым бельгийским артистом по имени … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan expresses concern about the attempt on Donald Trump’s life
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan issued a press statement, stressing that Turkmenistan has expressed deep concern about the news of an attempt on the life of the 45th President of the United States, Donald Trump. The Turkmen side strongly condemns this act of violence and wishes Donald Trump a speedy recovery. Turkmenistan is an active participant in … [Read more...]
French Embassy in Ashgabat hosts reception to mark Fête nationale
The embassy of France in Ashgabat hosted on Friday, 12 July 2024, a reception to mark the Fête nationale (the French National Day). The banquet hall of the Olimpiya Hotel was packed with a large number of guests including the heads and representatives of the diplomatic missions and international organizations, the government officials, the French citizens in Turkmenistan, … [Read more...]
A meeting took place between the Ambassador of Turkmenistan and the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye
On July 11, 2024, a meeting was held between the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Türkiye Mekan Ishangulyev and the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye Yasin Ekrem Serim. During the meeting, the parties outlined the priority areas of the Turkmen-Turkish agenda, and mutual interest in developing mutually beneficial … [Read more...]
UNFPA and the National Red Crescent Society of Turkmenistan join their efforts for the strengthening social services and support to families
On 11 July 2024, representative Office of the United Nations Population Fund in Turkmenistan (UNFPA) and the National Red Crescent Society of Turkmenistan (NRCST) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening collaboration in the sphere of provision of social services and support to families, which are in difficult situation as the result of … [Read more...]
2024 State of World Population Report presented in Turkmenistan
The presentation of the 2024 State of World Population (SWOP) report was held in Ashgabat, timed to coincide with the annual World Population Day. Members of the parliament, employees of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, a number of ministries and departments, the Academy of Public Administration under the President of Turkmenistan, the Institute of State, Law and Democracy, … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Türkiye Discuss Deepening Economic Ties and European Market Opportunities
Turkmenistan’s Ambassador to Belgium Sapar Palvanov met with Mr. Haluk Nuray, the Permanent Representative of the Economic Development Foundation and the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchange of Türkiye, Brussels Mission. The meeting was aimed at exploring avenues for strengthened economic cooperation between Turkmenistan and Türkiye, with a particular focus on unlocking … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan invites Turkmen exporters and business representatives to the North-South Transport Forum
Exporters and business representatives from Turkmenistan are invited to the North-South Transport Trade and Export Forum, which will be held on 19-20 July 2024 in Aktau under the chairmanship of Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan S.M. Zhumangarin. The event will be organized by the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The event will … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan, EU Discuss Boosting Transport Cooperation, Upcoming EU-CA Ministerial Meeting in Focus
The Turkmen Ambassador to Belgium Sapar Palvanov met with Mr. Henrik Hololei, Hors Classe Adviser of the European Commission's Directorate-General for International Partnerships (DG INTPA), Peteris Ustubs Director at DG INTPA and Andrea Rossi from European External Action Service, to discuss opportunities for further strengthening cooperation between the EU and Turkmenistan in … [Read more...]
Camel Breeders of Turkmenistan: Tradition Bearers and Providers of Nutritious Milk
Elena Dolgova The Arvana camel breed, widely raised in Turkmenistan, reigns supreme in milk production, even with a limited grazing diet. These remarkable animals thrive on a unique menu: salt marsh halophytes, bitter steppe wormwood, even conifers and semi-shrubs – plants of little interest to other grazing animals. In winter, they can even consume plant roots. Today, … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan explores Expanded Training for Maritime Specialists in Astrakhan
The issues of training specialists for maritime and river transport of Turkmenistan at the Caspian Institute of Maritime and River Transport named after Admiral F.M. Apraksin, located in Astrakhan (Russia), were discussed by the Consul of Turkmenistan in Astrakhan Gadam Ilamanov during a meeting with the director of the university Olga Kartashova. The Minister of External … [Read more...]
Turkmen Ambassador discussed current bilateral projects with the Afghan Foreign Minister
On Wednesday, 10 Jul 2024, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Kabul Khoja Ovezov met with Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi. During the meeting, the sides discussed issues related to the construction of the TAPI gas pipeline in Afghanistan, increasing the capacity of the Torghundi railway station and the construction of the Nur ul-Jihad electric substation in Herat, the … [Read more...]
UNDP Holds Seminar on Youth Employment with a Focus on Gender Aspects
Ashgabat, July 11, 2024 – 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 two-day seminar titled "Enhancing Professional Skills and Employment Opportunities for Vulnerable Youth in Turkmenistan … [Read more...]
OSCE seminar discusses the role of press services in interaction between state institutions and media in Turkmenistan
An OSCE-organized training seminar on establishing press services of state institutions and organizing their work took place on 9 and 10 July 2024 in Ashgabat. The two-day seminar exposed representatives of key government bodies and national media to best communications practices of state institutions, their structure and main functions, as well as the formats of interaction … [Read more...]
TDH commentary: Turkmenistan strengthens its energy potential
Today, in the era of the Revival of a new epoch of a powerful state, program reforms for the development of the fuel and energy complex of Turkmenistan, initiated by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Hero Arkadag, are being successfully implemented under the leadership of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov. Recently, as a result of drilling operations carried out at … [Read more...]
Experts from Turkmenistan get acquainted with Belarusian experience on Combating Trafficking in Persons
Ashgabat, July 9, 2024. A delegation of Turkmenistan comprising representatives of the Interdepartmental Working Group on the development and implementation of the National Action Plans of Turkmenistan on Combatting Trafficking in Persons visited the Republic of Belarus from 26 June to 2 July 2024 to learn the experience of Belorussian colleagues in combating human trafficking … [Read more...]
Logistics Company from Chinese Shandong Seeks Partnership with Turkmenistan
A recent meeting in Ashgabat explored potential collaboration between Turkmenistan's logistics sector and one of the major players of transport sector from China. Representatives from the Turkmen Association of Transport and Logistics Companies ("Turkmen logistika") met with officials from Shandong Hi-Speed Qilu Eurasia Railway Logistics Co., a leading logistics operator in … [Read more...]