Kazakhstan President Meets New Ambassador to Turkmenistan, Discusses Upcoming Summit Talks On Tuesday, 9 Jul 2024, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev received the country’s newly appointed Ambassador to Turkmenistan, Nurlan Nogayev. According to Akorda, Tokayev stressed the importance of further strengthening the bonds of friendship, good neighborliness and … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s Updated Red Book Lists 109 Vulnerable Plant Species
Earlier June, Turkmenistan unveiled the fourth edition of its Red Book, a vital document for conservation efforts. This publication is the culmination of years of dedicated work by scientists, biologists, zoologists, botanists, and ecologists. Galina Vlasenko, a leading researcher at the State Museum of Turkmenistan, detailed the Red Book's significance in a recent article for … [Read more...]
Türkmen Senagat: The leader in the production of polyethylene pipes in Turkmenistan
In just six years, "Turkmen Senagat" has become the undisputed leader in Turkmenistan's polyethylene pipe industry. The company's facilities are located within the Anau industrial zone, the administrative center of the Akhal province. Having a daily production capacity exceeding 250 tons, their state-of-the-art plants churn out a diverse range of polyethylene pipes. This … [Read more...]
Streamlined Imports: Electronic Pre-Arrival Information System effective in Turkmenistan
The State Customs Service of Turkmenistan has announced a new initiative to simplify import procedures. Since July 2024, companies involved in foreign trade and logistics can electronically submit preliminary information about goods and vehicles destined for import into Turkmenistan. This system offers several advantages: • Priority Processing: Goods and vehicles with … [Read more...]
International Training Course on Tuberculosis Treatment Enhances Expertise for Turkmen Specialists
In a significant step toward combating tuberculosis (TB) and improving patient care, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) recently hosted a five-day international training course. The course, titled "Treatment of TB, RR-TB, and TB Infection in accordance with WHO recommendations and national guidelines," brought … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan FMs discussed issues of strategic partnership
On Monday, 8 July 2024, as part of a working visit to Astana, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan reports. During the talks, the parties discussed a wide range of issues of … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan and the UN Secretary General held talks in Ashgabat
On Saturday, 6 July, negotiations between President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Secretary General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres took place at the Oguzkent Hotel in Ashgabat. At first, the parties held a meeting in a narrow format. Addressing Guterres, the President noted that "Turkmenistan aims to further strengthen relations with the United Nations … [Read more...]
The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, met with the UN Secretary General
On Saturday, 6 July 2024, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Secretary General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres. Arkadag Berdimuhamedov congratulated Antonio Guterres on the awarding the jubilee medal of Turkmenistan "Magtymguly Pyragyny 300 ýyllygyna". Expressing sincere gratitude for the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Expands Cooperation with Eastern Europe
Turkmenistan is stepping up its engagement with Eastern European countries, including Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic, Romania, and Slovakia. DPM, minister of foreign affairs Rashid Meredov presented a report on this topic during a government meeting on Friday. Poland: Inter-ministerial political consultations were held in Warsaw on 17 Jun 2024 in order to expand … [Read more...]
Guterres opens new UN Building in Ashgabat
In a ceremony Saturday afternoon, António Guterres, the UN Secretary General, and Rashid Meredov, the DPM and foreign minister of Turkmenistan jointly opened a new office building for the UN system in Turkmenistan. The new building opened on 6 July 2024 is the third office complex provided by the government of Turkmenistan to the UN system. It will help meet the growing … [Read more...]
(UPDATED) Turkmenistan and the UN have signed a number of documents – UNDP and Turkmenistan Deepen Partnership on Rule of Law
On 6 July 2024, Turkmenistan and the United Nations held a document signing ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. Four key documents were signed, fostering cooperation between Turkmenistan and the UN in several areas: • Joint Program Document titled "Strengthening Integrated and Coordinated Employment and Social Protection Systems for a Fair … [Read more...]
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres awarded the jubilee medal of Turkmenistan “On the 300th anniversary of Magtymguly Fragi”
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who is on a visit to Ashgabat, was awarded the jubilee medal of Turkmenistan "On the 300th anniversary of Magtymguly Fragi ". The award ceremony took place on Saturday, 6 July, after talks with President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. "In our independent, neutral country, in the year of the "Fount of Wisdom - Magtymguly Fragi … [Read more...]
UN sees Turkmenistan as a reliable and responsible partner, says Antonio Guterres
On Friday, 5 July, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres arrived in Ashgabat on a visit. At the Ashgabat International Airport, Guterres was met by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Arkadag Berdimuhamedov. Welcoming the distinguished guest, the National Leader of the Turkmen people stressed that the expansion of … [Read more...]
Government officials and private sector representatives In Turkmenistan gained a deeper insight into the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement and the role of National Trade Facilitation Committees
A workshop on the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement and National Trade Facilitation Committees was held in Ashgabat on July 2-4 for ministries, state agencies and non-commercial associations of Turkmenistan responsible for border regulation and international trade facilitation, as well as private sector representatives. The event was held under "Turkmenistan: Enhancing trade … [Read more...]
The first meeting on “Youth4Health” initiative took place in Ashgabat
Young people are often seen as active members of communities unafraid to challenge the status quo and raise their voices. To build inclusive and sustainable future for all, it is essential to hear the voice of young people in health-related decision-making processes. Youth4Health (Youth for Health) is a special initiative of Dr. Hans Henri P. Kluge, the Regional Director of … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan-Iran Gas Deal – Exclusive conversation with Ambassador of Iran in Turkmenistan
Turkmenistan and Iran recently signed the agreement for the supply of the Turkmen gas to Iraq through Iran under swap arrangement. The deal also covers the supply of the Turkmen gas to Iran for meeting the requirements in some provinces of Iran. Ambassador Ali Mojtaba Rouzbehani of Iran, in an exclusive conversation with nCa, gave some details of the deal. Here is the … [Read more...]
The National Leader of Turkmenistan and the President of Kazakhstan discussed the current state of bilateral relations
On 4 July 2024 in Astana, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The meeting was attended by members of the delegations of the two countries. The Head of Kazakhstan expressed gratitude to Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov for his personal … [Read more...]
The National Leader of the Turkmen people attended the SCO summit in Astana
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit convened in Astana, Kazakhstan, on July 4, 2024. It comprised two key events: a meeting of the heads of the SCO member states and a meeting in the SCO plus format. The meeting of the SCO's supreme body, the Council of Heads of Member States, which was chaired by President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, was attended by … [Read more...]
UNDP launches Online Course on Gender Equality for Public Servants in Turkmenistan
Ashgabat, 4 July 2024 - The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan launches the Specialized Gender Mainstreaming Online Course for Public Servants in Turkmenistan (SGMOC). The course, designed for civil servants, professionals, advisors, students, and anyone interested in gender equality and human rights, will delve into essential topics such as basic … [Read more...]
Ambassadors of the Central Asian countries to Belgium held a round table in Brussels on energy cooperation
A round table was held in Brussels with the participation of ambassadors of Central Asian countries, Mongolia, heads of European companies and various research institutes on the issues of energy potential and green policy of the Central Asian region. The event, moderated by Marat Terterov, founder of the Brussels Energy Club, was aimed at exploring opportunities and … [Read more...]
A solemn opening ceremony of the monument to the great Turkmen thinker Magtymguly Fragi took place in Astana
On July 4, 2024, a solemn opening ceremony of the monument to the great poet-thinker Magtymguly Fragi took place in the capital of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Astana. The ceremony was attended by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, who is on a working visit to the Republic of Kazakhstan, Chairman … [Read more...]
UPDATED: Arkadag Berdimuhamedov arrives in Astana to participate in the SCO summit
Today, on July 4, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov left on a working visit to the Republic of Kazakhstan in order to participate in the Summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), TDH reports. Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov met the National Leader of the Turkmen … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan-Iran Gas Swap Deal – Geo-economic Gumption
nCa Analysis Turkmenistan and Iran signed a deal in the natural gas sphere on 3 July 2024. It consists of three components: Supply of 10 bcm (billion cubic meters) of gas a year to Iran as swap for supplying the same volume to Iraq Increase of gas supplies to Iran Construction by the Iranian companies the gas infrastructure in Turkmenistan including a 125km gas … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan, Iran Strike Deal to Deliver Gas to Iraq under swap scheme – Turkmenistan to boost gas exports to Iran
Turkmenistan and Iran have signed a contract for the purchase and sale of natural gas in the amount of up to 10 billion cubic meters of gas per year, which will be supplied from Turkmenistan to Iraq through Iran under the "SWAP" scheme. This was announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan on Wednesday, 3 July 2024. In addition to the swap deal, … [Read more...]
This unique paper is made from mulberry bark – it is a collector’s item
nCa Report The paper itself is a work of art and it retains its original shape and colour for more than 500 years. It is produced from mulberry bark. The process of producing the paper from the mulberry bark is labour-intensive – it takes about a month of hard work with precise steps to obtain a batch of the exquisite, luxurious paper. Gayrat Matkarimov from the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Ombudsman Releases 2023 Human Rights Report
The Office of the Ombudsman of Turkmenistan has published its annual report on the human rights situation in the country for 2023. The report, available on the official website of the State News Agency TDH [Turkmen State News Agency, comprises seven chapters. It details the status of human rights and freedoms in Turkmenistan, including civil, political, economic, social, and … [Read more...]
Ulyanovsk business mission to Ashgabat – Outcomes
During a recent business mission to Turkmenistan, companies from Ulyanovsk region (Russia) secured preliminary agreements with Turkmen businesses to supply a variety of products, including sinks, doors, building materials, garden and upholstered furniture, kitchen tables, nanopaints, and tools. Discussions also included the potential supply of roofing materials, heating … [Read more...]
First Nicaraguan Ambassador Arrives in Turkmenistan
On 1 July 2024, Ms. Tatiana Daniela Garcia Silva presented her credentials as the first Ambassador of the Republic of Nicaragua to Turkmenistan (with residence in Ankara) to the Chairperson of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan Ms.Dunyagozel Gulmanova The meeting explored avenues for strengthening parliamentary relations between the two nations. Chairperson Gulmanova briefed the … [Read more...]
Ulyanovsk Region intends to reach the Persian Gulf and South Asia through Turkmenistan
The Ulyanovsk region of Russia eyes on a new trade route reaching the Persian Gulf and South Asia, with Turkmenistan as the key link. This ambitious plan is evidenced by the development of a new Ulyanovsk-Ashgabat-Incheh Boroun/Serakhs block train route, a collaborative effort between Russian and Turkmen specialists within the East Caspian railway corridor. The news was … [Read more...]
Ulyanovsk Entrepreneurs Set Sights on Turkmen Market
A delegation from Ulyanovsk region, Russia, visited Turkmenistan on a business visit. According to Russian news outlets, a joint meeting of the Russian-Turkmen and Turkmen-Russian business councils was held in Ashgabat on 28 June, attended by representatives of the Ministries of Agriculture, Construction and architecture, industry and trade, as well as the Union of … [Read more...]
Iran anticipates Turkmen Sulfur Transit via New Caspian Railway
Iranian authorities have announced plans to commence the transit of sulfur from Turkmenistan via the recently inaugurated Rasht-Caspian Port railway. This new route, operational since 20 June, signifies a significant step forward in regional connectivity. The 37-kilometer Rasht-Caspian railway connects the city of Rasht to the Caspian Sea port of Caspian in Enzeli. This … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan gears up for COP29 Climate Conference
Turkmenistan is ramping up preparations for the upcoming Conference of the Parties (COP29) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov presented a detailed report on strengthening Turkmenistan's climate change cooperation during a Cabinet meeting on 28 Jun. It was noted that in May 2022, … [Read more...]
National Leader of the Turkmen people and the President of Türkiye had a telephone conversation
On Saturday, 29 Jun 2024, a telephone conversation took place between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Türkiye. Erdogan congratulated Arkadag on his birthday and conveyed warm greetings to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov. In turn, the National Leader of … [Read more...]
President of Uzbekistan congratulated the National Leader of the Turkmen people on his birthday
On Saturday, 29 June 2024, a telephone conversation took place between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan. The Uzbekistan leader congratulated Arkadag Berdimuhamedov on his birthday and the anniversary of the opening of the "smart" city of … [Read more...]
National Leader of the Turkmen people and the Chairman of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of Russia discussed the current state of bilateral partnership
On Saturday, 29 June, a telephone conversation took place between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and Chairman of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation Valentina Matvienko. Matvienko congratulated Arkadag Berdimuhamedov on his 67th birthday. The Speaker of … [Read more...]
Star Named After Smart City of Arkadag
A star in the Pegasus constellation has been named after the smart city of Arkadag to commemorate its first anniversary. This announcement was made during a celebratory conference in Arkadag on 29 June. The Russian Space-Earth Society, a celestial research organization, issued a certificate confirming the naming. Magtymguly Turkmen State University received the … [Read more...]
Embassy of Israel in Turkmenistan sponsors event to raise awareness on World Drug Day
A youth event was held on 28 June 2024 in Ashgabat to mark the World Drug Day. The objective was to raise the awareness about the dangers of the drug abuse. It was organized by the Ashgabat UNODC Office, and co-sponsored by the Embassy of the State of Israel in Turkmenistan, and supported by UNFPA Turkmenistan office, and UNRCCA Academy. Experts and professional from … [Read more...]
Iran Presidential elections – Citizens of Iran in Turkmenistan cast their vote
The presidential elections took place in Iran today (28 June 2024) to replace President Raisi, who passed away in a tragic helicopter crash on 19 May 2024. The embassy of Iran in Turkmenistan arranged polling stations and polling points to enable the citizens of Iran in Turkmenistan to exercise their voting right. The main polling station was at the diplomatic compound of … [Read more...]
Design Plus is a launch pad for creative entrepreneurs of Turkmenistan
Elvira Kadyrova and Ravilya Kadyrova The NGO Design Plus is a unique organization in Turkmenistan. It is an association of highly talented arts and crafts people. Ms. Tajigul Gurbanova is at the core of Design Plus. She is a famous and accomplished artist, art historian and critic, and organizer of exhibitions. She is a member of the Union of Artists of … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Open to Daewoo’s Chemical Industry Proposals
Turkmenistan is ready to consider specific proposals from S.Korean partners for the development of the chemical industry. This was stated by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov during a meeting on Thursday, 27 Jun 2024, with the head of Daewoo Engineering & Construction Co., Ltd., Baek Jung-wan. Korean companies make a great contribution to the development of … [Read more...]
The National Leader of the Turkmen people met with the heads of the Japanese company Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd.
On Thursday, June 27, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Tatsuya Watanabe, Senior Adviser on strategic issues of the Japanese company Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd., and Kenji Sanada, Executive Officer. The meeting highlighted Japan's role as a long-standing strategic partner for … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Astrakhan Region Forge Closer Ties in Humanitarian and Economic Spheres
The Consul of Turkmenistan in Astrakhan, Ghadam Ilamanov, met with Vladimir Golovkov, Minister of External Relations of the Astrakhan Region (Russia), to discuss expanding cooperation in humanitarian and economic spheres. The meeting focused on preparations for the upcoming visit of Khojamyrat Ashyrmyradov, governor of the Balkan province, to the Astrakhan … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Russia eye renewed cooperation in science
On 25 June 2024, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Russia Esen Aydogdiyev met with Gennadiy Krasnikov, President of the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS), according to the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Russia. The meeting focused on boosting ties between the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan (AST) and the RAS. President Krasnikov emphasized the importance of brisking up … [Read more...]
Youth Dialogue in Turkmenistan: Paving the Way for the Summit of the Future
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, June 26, 2024 – The United Nations in Turkmenistan has hosted a dynamic Youth Dialogue, focused on the upcoming Summit of the Future. The event, held at the UN House in Ashgabat, brought together over 70 young leaders, including young SDG Ambassadors, university students, activists, and leaders of youth organizations who shared their ideas to shape the … [Read more...]
Kyrgyzstan hosted Turkic Business and Investment Forum
The Business and Investment Forum of the Turkic states was held on 27 June 2024 in Issyk-Kul. The event was organized in close partnership by the Secretariat of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) with the Union of Turkic Chambers and Commerce and Industry (TCCI) and Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. The Forum was attended by the OTS Secretary … [Read more...]
Minister of National Defense of Türkiye is on a visit to Turkmenistan
The Minister of National Defense of the Republic of Türkiye, Yaşar Güler, is in Ashgabat on a working visit. During the visit on Wednesday, June 26, he was received by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, National Leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, and also held a meeting with the Minister of Defense of Turkmenistan. Güler also visited the … [Read more...]
Magtymguly Pyragy and today’s Turkmenistan – Part Seven
Tariq Saeedi ‘Songs from the Steppes of Central Asia’ is a collection of some of the poems of Magtymguly Pyragy. Dr. Youssef Azemoun translated the poems into the English language and the eminent British poet and author Brian Aldiss versified them. One of the poems in this collection is ‘Dawn is the Time.’ This is a very famous poem and it is also part of the collection … [Read more...]
OPEC Fund for International Development deepens commitment to Central Asia – New Agreements signed with Turkmenistan, Tajikistan and Kazakhstan
The OPEC Fund for International Development (the OPEC Fund) is significantly increasing its commitment to the countries and people of Central Asia, which currently stands at US$1 billion in public and private sector loans as well as grants. Three new agreements with Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan, signed during the OPEC Fund Development Forum in Vienna to underscore … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Ready to Boost Trade and Transit with Afghanistan
On 25 June, the Consul General of Turkmenistan in Herat Batyr Yolov met with Governor Noor Ahmad Islamjar. During the meeting, Nur Ahmad Islamjar noted that the Afghan side is interested in intensifying cargo transportation along the Afghanistan-Turkmenistan-Kazakhstan-China route, and establishing exports of Afghan fruits and vegetables and dry fruits to Turkmenistan. In … [Read more...]
Economic growth and health go hand-in-hand: Central Asia International Forum in Bishkek spotlights health investments as a catalyst for regional transformation
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, 26 June 2024 – Under the motto “Health is the best investment”, the first-ever Central Asia International Health Investment Forum is bringing together international, regional and national stakeholders to highlight the transformative potential of health investments for sustainable development across the 5 WHO Member States of Central Asia. Hosted under … [Read more...]