Turkmenistan has completed construction of its national ring power transmission system with the inauguration of the Balkan-Dashoguz high-voltage line on Wednesday, 5 June 2024. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov led the commissioning ceremony held in Dashoguz province, which also included the launch of two 500 kV substations. This unified ring system strengthens the country's … [Read more...]
Turkmen-Iraq political consultations were held at the MFA of Turkmenistan
On June 5, 2024, Turkmen-Iraqi political consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of the two countries were held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The Turkmen side was headed by the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Serdar Muhammetdurdyev, the Iraqi side was headed by the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iraq, Mohammad Bahr … [Read more...]
TESC 2024 – key points of the first day of the International Conference on Environmental Aspects of Hydrocarbon Resources Development
On 5-6 June 2024, Ashgabat hosts an international scientific conference: "Energy perspectives, new technologies and environmental aspects in the development of hydrocarbon resources", organized by the state concerns Turkmengaz and Turkmennebit, the State Corporation Turkmengeologiya in cooperation with the Turkmen-Forum and the British company GaffneyCline. Double the … [Read more...]
Caspian-Black Sea Corridor Agreement Nears Completion, Signing Expected in September 2024
A quadrilateral intergovernmental agreement to establish the Caspian Sea-Black Sea international transport corridor is nearing finalization, with a potential signing ceremony planned for September 2024 in Bucharest, Romania. This statement follows an online meeting held on 30 May 2024, to discuss the draft agreement, according to the Turkmen Agency of Maritime and River … [Read more...]
Türkiye-Azerbaijan natural gas supply deal extended to 2030
Corporation (BOTAŞ), Azerbaijan's state energy company SOCAR, and Azerbaijan Gas Supply Company (AGSC) signed the deal on natural gas supply and exchange on June 4 at the start of the 29th International Caspian Oil & Gas Exhibition during Baku Energy Week, which runs between June 4-6. Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar and Azerbaijani Economy … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Korea held an online meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific and Technological Cooperation
On June 3, 2024, Turkmenistan and Korea convened the 9th meeting of their Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific and Technological Cooperation via videoconference. Rakhimberdy Djepbarov, Chairman of the Turkmen State Bank for Foreign Economic Affairs, led the Turkmen delegation. The Korean side was represented by Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy … [Read more...]
New Czech Ambassador to Turkmenistan met with Parliament Speaker and Deputy Foreign Minister
On 4 June 2024, Myakhri Byashimova, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, met with Lubomir Frebort, the newly appointed Czech Ambassador to Turkmenistan (with residence in Tashkent). Ambassador Frebort presented copies of his credentials, according to the Turkmenistan’s Foreign Ministry. Ms. Byashimova congratulated Frebort on his appointment and offered … [Read more...]
Interdepartmental Working Group of Turkmenistan for monitoring implementation of GCM discusses institutional and practical aspects of systemic integration and application of gender-sensitive approaches in migration management
Ashgabat, June 3-4, 2024. Representatives of national organizations comprising the Interdepartmental Working Group for monitoring the implementation of the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration (GCM) and public associations of Turkmenistan discussed issues relating to systemic integration and application of gender-sensitive approaches in migration management at … [Read more...]
#TurkmenYouth4SDGs: UNDP Engages Youth on Sustainable Development Goals
On the eve of the World Environment Day, UNDP held a meeting with the country's student youth at the UN building in Ashgabat. During a meeting with students, UNDP specialists discussed topics such as the role of the younger generation in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and combating the climate crisis, creating more sustainable cities, responsible consumption, … [Read more...]
UNDP Seeks Volunteer Mentors: Help Build Stronger Communities in Turkmenistan
UNDP invites you to become a volunteer mentor within the country component of the regional project in Turkmenistan, supported/founded by the Japanese Government, " Promoting Sustainable Communities for Preventing Violent Extremism in Central Asia". We are looking for activists ready to voluntarily share their knowledge and experience to inspire and support the youth of our … [Read more...]
Reception in Ashgabat marks Republic Day of Italy
Ambassador Luigi Ferrari and Mrs. Sabrina Ferrari hosted a reception in Ashgabat on 3 June 2024 to mark the Republic Day of Italy. In the well-attended reception, DPM Batyr Atdaev represented the government of Turkmenistan. Festa della Repubblica (Republic Day) is the Italian National Day and Republic Day, which is celebrated on 2 June each year, with the main celebration … [Read more...]
Magtymguly Fragi Center Opens in Baku
The Center of Turkmen Literature named after Magtymguly Fraga has officially opened at the Nizami Ganjavi Institute of Literature of Azerbaijan's National Academy of Sciences (ANAS). A delegation headed by Professor Allaberdy Ashirov, President of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan, and Gurbanmammet Elyasov, Turkmenistan's Ambassador to Azerbaijan, attended the opening … [Read more...]
Turkmen-Qatari Political Consultations took place in Doha
On 3 June 2024, political consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and Qatar took place in Doha. The Turkmen delegation was headed by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Akhmet Gurbanov, and the Qatari delegation was headed by Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi. During the consultations, the two … [Read more...]
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov leads mass bike ride for World Bicycle Day
On World Bicycle Day, 3 June, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov led a massive cycling event in Ashgabat. President Berdimuhamedov headed the column of participants, which traversed a route along the capital's Chandybil and Bitarap Turkmenistan avenues, concluding at the Rukhyet Palace. Athletes participating in the cycling marathon organized for the first time in … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Leads World Bicycle Day Celebration at UN Headquarters
In a celebration of health, sustainability, and green transportation, a high-level event dedicated to World Bicycle Day was held today at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The event was spearheaded by the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the UN, alongside co-organizers from Bahrain, Ecuador, India, Indonesia, Qatar, Latvia, Romania, and Türkiye. The ceremony … [Read more...]
Events abroad in honor of World Bicycle Day
Sports events were held in diplomatic missions of Turkmenistan abroad in honor of World Bicycle Day, which was proclaimed by the UN General Assembly in 2018 on the initiative of Turkmenistan. On May 31, 2024, in London, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the UK held cultural and sports events dedicated to World Bicycle Day, as well as to the 300th anniversary of the great … [Read more...]
UNICEF Introduces WHO Handbook for Child and Adolescent Health Workers in Turkmenistan
UNICEF Turkmenistan, with support from international consultant Professor Olena Staretz, held an introductory training for health workers on the WHO Pocket Handbook "Primary health care for children and adolescents" from 28 to 30 May 2024. Developed by the European Bureau of the World Health Organization and published in 2023, the pocket handbook provides guidelines for … [Read more...]
UNICEF and Turkmenistan Ministry of Education Collaborate on Strengthening Child Welfare Systems
On 29 May 2024, a roundtable discussion in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, focused on strengthening the child custody system in Turkmenistan and administrative data systems for children in alternative care. The event, jointly organized by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) Turkmenistan office and the Ministry of Education, brought together representatives of the country's … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Discusses Neutrality and Security Institute with University for Peace
On 30 May 2024, Turkmenistan's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG), Vepa Hadjiev, met with Ambassador David Fernandez Puyana, Permanent Observer of the University for Peace to UNOG, according to the Turkmen Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The meeting focused on the potential establishment of an Institute of Neutrality and Security in … [Read more...]
UNICEF and Turkmenistan Airlines Partner to inspire children’s interest in aviation
Ashgabat, 1 June 2024 – On International Children’s Day UNICEF and Turkmenistan Airlines brought children up close with the aviation industry in a special event to show that when it comes to professions “sky is the limit”. Children from the Palace of Orphans named after Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, familiarized with the aviation industry and received a firsthand … [Read more...]
A number of events dedicated to the 300th anniversary of the birth of Magtymguly Fragi took place in the Turkish city of Yozgat
On May 31, 2024, in the central park of the city of Yozgat of the Republic of Türkiye, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Türkiye organized a flower-laying ceremony at the monument to the great Turkmen poet and philosopher Magtymguly Fragi. The event was attended by leaders of the province and the mayor's office of the city of Yozgat, representatives of public organizations in … [Read more...]
Delegation of the European Union to Turkmenistan Hosted Children’s Festival in Celebration of the International Child Protection Day
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan – 1 June 2024 – Today the Delegation of the European Union to Turkmenistan together with the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, held a vibrant children's festival dedicated to the International Child Protection Day at the Ashgabat Park. The festival was designed to educate and engage children on their rights as … [Read more...]
Bucharest hosted a bike ride initiated by the Embassy of Turkmenistan
On 1 June 2024, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Romania organized a bike ride in Bucharest on the occasion of "World Bicycle Day". The above-mentioned sport event was organized in the "Mihai I King" Park in Bucharest with the support of the Bucharest Municipality and the "Green Revolution" Association. The event was attended by heads of diplomatic missions accredited in … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan: New Opportunities For the Italian Textile Machinery Industry
From June 24 to 28, a delegation of Italian textile machinery manufacturers will be engaged in Turkmenistan for an institutional mission organized by ACIMIT, the Association of Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers, and Italian Trade Agency. The delegation will have some institutional and commercial meetings scheduled in Ashgabat. For the Italian textile machinery … [Read more...]
UNDP and the British Embassy in Turkmenistan co-host a Climate group meeting
Ashgabat, 31 May 2024: The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the British Embassy in Turkmenistan jointly organized the seventh meeting of the Climate Group of Development Partners to accelerate Turkmenistan's progress in fulfilling its international obligations under the Paris Agreement. The meeting took place on May 31, 2024 at the Carbon Training Centre of the … [Read more...]
Diplomatic Club Astana Invites Turkmen Businessmen to Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan are committed to strengthening trade and economic ties. The Diplomatic Club Astana plays a crucial role in facilitating these goals by fostering partnerships between businesses from both countries. Turkmen entrepreneurs are familiar with the Club's successful track record. The Diplomatic Club Astana regularly organize business missions and tours, … [Read more...]
Turkmen-German Collaboration Creates AI-powered Pain Assessment Tool
Turkmen and German scientists have developed a unique AI-based medical instrument. This project is a collaboration between the Council of Young Scientists of Turkmenistan's Institute of Telecommunications and Informatics and Germany's University of Applied Sciences Zwickau, reports the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper. The project, which involved Professor Christian … [Read more...]
Туркменские специалисты знакомятся с российскими стандартами обеспечения качества зерна
С 28 по 31 мая делегация специалистов компетентных ведомств Туркменистана пребывает в России с визитом с целью ознакомления с российской системой обеспечения карантинного фитосанитарного контроля, контроля качества и безопасности зерна, в частности, контроля остаточного содержания пестицидов, сообщает Федеральная служба по ветеринарному и фитосанитарному надзору … [Read more...]
Iranian Business Delegation Explores Opportunities in Ashgabat
A 50-member Iranian business delegation, led by Ramezan Bahrami, Chairman of the Joint Turkmen-Iranian Chamber, visited Ashgabat to explore economic opportunities in Turkmenistan. According to the Iranian Embassy in Turkmenistan, the delegation held meetings with government officials, private sector representatives, and entrepreneurs. On the first day, the delegation, … [Read more...]
Astana hosted the 2024 China-Central Asia Human Rights Development Forum
The Central Asia-China cooperation mechanism has brought valuable opportunities for human rights protection, livelihood and economic development in the region, said stated participants at the 2024 China-Central Asia Human Rights Development Forum which was held in Kazakhstan's Astana on 28-29 May 2024. The forum themed "building a China-Central Asia community of shared … [Read more...]
Delegation of Turkmenistan took part in the Ministerial conference “Central Asia – Italy”
On May 29, 2024, a ministerial conference in the “Central Asia – Italy” format was held in Rome. The event was attended by the executives of foreign policy departments of Central Asian countries, Italy, as well as representatives of the European Union. The Deputy of the Cabinet of Ministers, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov, was the head of … [Read more...]
Turkmen Forces Showcase Skills in National Military Drills – Drones take center stage
On 29 May 2024, Turkmenistan conducted joint military exercises in the Balkan province, country’s western region. The drills involved heads of military and law enforcement agencies, aiming to enhance personnel proficiency and assess the national army's combat readiness, according to TDH reports. These exercises emphasized coordinated operations across land, air, and sea, … [Read more...]
Law enforcement officers from special intervention units in Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan enhanced their skills
20-24 May 2024, Bratislava, Slovakia - The European Union-funded project on Law Enforcement in Central Asia (LEICA) organised a second wave of training for nine law enforcement officers from special intervention units in Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan. The first wave, held from 15-19 April, 2024, included participants from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Turkmenistan. This training … [Read more...]
Hope for the Aral Sea: Italy and Central Asia Partner on Restoration Project
The Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (Aics) and the Water system management company (Sogesid) signed a document, which will pave the way for realization of project of Aral sea rehabilitation. The declaration of intent for the "definition of an operational and functional model for environmental remediation and regeneration interventions in contaminated areas" was … [Read more...]
Rome hosted 3rd Ministerial Conference “Italy-Central Asia”
On 29 May 2024, in Rome Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Antonio Tajani met with the Foreign Ministers of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan for the third Ministerial Conference Italy-Central Asia. "Italy looks with great interest to the political collaboration and opportunities that … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan, CNPC Discuss Deepening Gas Cooperation
On Tuesday, May 28, Advisor to the President of Turkmenistan on Oil and Gas issues Ashyrguly Begliev met with Chen Huailong, head of the branch of the Chinese National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) in Turkmenistan, TDH reports. The Ambassador of China to Turkmenistan, Qian Naicheng, also attended the meeting. Discussions focused on expanding the Turkmenistan-China … [Read more...]
Independence Day of Azerbaijan celebrated in Turkmenistan
An official reception was held at the Azerbaijani Embassy in Turkmenistan on the occasion of May 28 – Independence Day. After the national anthems of Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan were played, Ambassador Gismet Gezalov spoke about the historical significance of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic, the first secular democratic state that was created 106 years ago in the Muslim … [Read more...]
Turkmen Energy Scientific Conference TESC 2024 changes its venue
The Organising Committee of International Scientific Conference: “Energy perspectives, new technologies and environmental aspects in the development of hydrocarbon resources” (TESC 2024) has announced that the event venue has changed to the Archabil Hotel in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. The conference will be held on 5-6 June 2024. The primary focus of the conference will be … [Read more...]
UNDP and the U.S. Embassy in Turkmenistan convene the First Coordination Meeting of the Development Partners Sustainable Economy and Finance Group
Ashgabat, 28 May 2024: Today, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the U.S. Embassy in Turkmenistan jointly held the inaugural hybrid meeting of the Sustainable Economy and Finance (SEF) Working Group. Established under the Development Partners Coordination Group (DPCG), the SEF Working Group aims to enhance the effectiveness of international organizations and … [Read more...]
Ministerial declaration of the Group of Friends of Sustainable Transport was published in the six UN languages
The Final declaration adopted during the first Ministerial meeting of the Group of Friends of Sustainable Transport held at United Nations Headquarters in New York on 16 April 2024, was published and distributed in the six official languages of the UN as an official document of the 78th session of the General Assembly. The full text of the document can be found at the … [Read more...]
UNDP/FAO Study Visit: Turkmenistan Learns Land Management in Turkiye
Within the framework 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”, together with the FAO project “Central Asia Countries Initiative on Land Management” (CACILM-2), an awareness-raising trip was organized to the Republic of Turkiye to study experience in preventing … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan discussed preparations for the Consultative Summit of Central Asia
Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and his Kazakhstan counterpart Murat Nurtleu discussed preparations for the 6th summit of the Advisory Council of the Heads of Central Asian States, which will be held in Astana in August this year, Kazinform reports. According to Nutrleu, during the negotiations with Meredov, "new areas of … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan offers Turkmenistan a number of areas for energy cooperation
Energy integration relations between Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan are developing dynamically. This statement came from Deputy Prime Minister, foreign minister of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu following talks with Turkmenistan’s foreign minister Rashid Meredov, Kazinform reports. Kazakhstan underlined its commitment to fostering long-term bilateral cooperation in the energy sector, … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan Boost Cargo Flow: Aktau-Turkmenbashi Route Sees 50% Surge over past three years
Talks between Kazakhstan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu and his Turkmen counterpart Rashid Meredov yielded positive results for regional trade. The nations agreed to significantly increase cargo transportation between the key ports of Aktau (Kazakhstan) and Turkmenbashi (Turkmenistan). This decision builds upon an increase of cargo transshipment … [Read more...]
First Public Speaking Competition in Chinese Held in Turkmenistan
The final round of the First Oratory Contest in Chinese was held at the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages, according to the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper. The competition was spearheaded by Chinese language teachers from the Department of Far Eastern Languages at Dovletmammet Azadi University. It attracted students with varying levels of … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Celebrates Culture at Romania’s “ClasicFest”
The Embassy of Turkmenistan in Romania participated in the 13th "ClasicFest" festival held on 25 May 2024. The event, themed "Cultures of the World," took place at the Mogoshai park and palace complex's cultural center, featuring national booths from various countries. The festival commenced with an opening ceremony featuring speeches from the organizers. Ambassador A.Annaev … [Read more...]
Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan Explore Medical Collaboration on the Sidelines of World Health Assembly
On 26 May 2024, in Geneva (Switzerland), on the sidelines of the 77th session of the World Health Assembly, Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan Alymkadir Beishenaliyev held a meeting with Minister of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan Myrat Mammadov. During the meeting, the parties discussed issues of bilateral cooperation in the field of pharmaceuticals and medical … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan Look to the Future: Digital Cooperation Takes Center Stage
Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with Minister of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan Zhaslan Madiyev during an official visit to Astana. During the meeting, prospects for strengthening bilateral cooperation and exchanging experience in strategically important areas were … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan FMs held talks in Astana – transport, trade & economic relations under the spotlight
On Monday, 27 May 2024, negotiations were held in Astana between Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu and Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov, MFA Kazakhstan reports. The ministers reviewed a wide range of cooperation areas, including political ties, trade, … [Read more...]
President of Kazakhstan received the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan
On 27 May 2024, the President of Kazakhstan received Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers – Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov, who arrived in Astana on an official visit, Akorda reported. Welcoming the Turkmen diplomat, Tokayev expressed satisfaction with the current state of Kazakhstani-Turkmen relations, which are steadily strengthening … [Read more...]