During a cabinet of ministers meeting on Saturday (25 May), the Deputy Prime Minister, foreign minister of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov reported on the measures being implemented to further develop Turkmenistan's relations with the countries of the Asia-Pacific region. Countries such as China, Japan, Korea and Malaysia took a special place in the report. China: Regarding … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan See Continued Growth in Cargo Transport
Turkmenistan is one of the most important trade partners of Uzbekistan and plays an important role in transporting the country's foreign trade goods abroad via the southern route, the Ministry of Transport of Uzbekistan said in a comment. In particular, for commercial purposes, transit goods to a third country are transported by roads and railways of the two countries. By … [Read more...]
“Black Sea – Caspian Sea”: unlimited opportunities for friendship and partnership
Konstantin Sabiashvili, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Georgia to Turkmenistan This year, on May 26, Georgia celebrates the 33rd anniversary of the restoration of state independence. For centuries, the Georgian people have tirelessly fought for independence and the right to determine their own destiny. As you know, Georgian statehood dates back more than three … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Claims Third Place in International Cybersecurity Competition
The Third International Cyberchampionate on Information Security concluded at the "Digital Industry of Industrial Russia" (CIPR) conference. The Turkmen State Telecommunication Company, Turkmentelecom, secured third-place finish. This annual competition stands as the largest online cybersecurity event. Teams showcase their expertise in defending against cyberattacks, share … [Read more...]
Forgotten and little-known pages of the history of Ashgabat
Allaberdi Niyazov An illustrated guide to the Central Asian Railway, published in the pre-revolutionary period, testifies to the following. Among the most notable buildings of Askhabat at that time we can highlight: the buildings of the Central Asian Railway Administration, Transcaspian Customs District, Treasury and Branch of the Russian-Asian Bank. And from the buildings … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan met with the Prime Minister of Kazakhstan
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan met with Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov of Kazakhstan on 24 May 2024. Prime Minister Bektenov was in Turkmenistan for the regular meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). The discussion encompassed a broad range of topics of the bilateral relationship. The sides highlighted … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan received the Deputy Prime Minister of Uzbekistan
On 24 May 2024, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with Jamshid Kuchkarov, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance of Uzbekistan. President Berdimuhamedov emphasized the positive nature of bilateral relations, noting their constructive collaboration within the United Nations and other international and regional organizations. Trade and … [Read more...]
UNDP strengthens national trade capacity of Turkmenistan through digitalization in trade
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Ministry of Trade and Foreign Economic Relations of Turkmenistan organized a two-day training titled "Developing Trade in a Competitive Environment and the Role of Digitalization as a Tool for Simplifying Trade Formalities”. The training was held as part of the ongoing joint project on “Strengthening the Trade Capacity of … [Read more...]
Trade and economic cooperation, humanitarian and regional ties under the spotlight at the meeting of Turkmenistan President and Russian Prime Minister
On Friday, 24 May 2024, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation Mikhail Mishustin. During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for the development of a wide range of cooperation, including in the economic and humanitarian spheres. "The growth of our trade and economic cooperation continues … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan received the Prime Minister of Tajikistan
On 24 May 2024, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Prime Minister of Tajikistan Kohir Rasulzoda, Khovar news agency reports. During the meeting, the Prime Minister of Tajikistan conveyed to the President of Turkmenistan warm greetings and best wishes from the President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon. The sides exchanged views on a wide range of issues … [Read more...]
Kyrgyzstan expects the visits of the President of Turkmenistan and the National Leader of the Turkmen people
Kyrgyzstan expect the visit of President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. This was stated by Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Head of the Presidential Administration Akylbek Japarov during a meeting with President of Turkmenistan Serdar … [Read more...]
Belarus Prime Minister Emphasizes Strong Ties with Turkmenistan
Belarus highly values friendly relations with Turkmenistan. This was stated by Prime Minister of Belarus Roman Golovchenko during a meeting with President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov on Friday, 24 May 2024, in Ashgabat. "Since gaining independence, the interaction between Belarus and Turkmenistan has been based on the principles of mutual respect and partnership. … [Read more...]
CIS Approves Action Plan for Enhanced International Transport Corridors
The action plan for optimizing infrastructure and developing international transport corridors passing through the territories of the CIS member states for the period up to 2030 was approved at a meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the Commonwealth of Independent States held in Ashgabat on 24 May 2024. The action plan aims to strengthen cooperation between … [Read more...]
CIS Strengthens Cooperation in Energy, Chemical Industry, and Environmental Protection
The Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) member countries have agreed to enhance cooperation in energy, chemical industries, and environmental protection. This decision comes after a meeting of the CIS Council of Heads of Government in Ashgabat, where relevant concepts and action plans were approved. These documents were developed taking into account the need to reach … [Read more...]
Ashgabat Declared “City of New Sports Opportunities in the CIS”
The Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) Council of Heads of Government has declared Ashgabat the "City of New Sports Opportunities," according to a press release from the CIS Executive Committee on 24 May 2024. The council also instructed the CIS Council for Physical Culture and Sports to develop a 2024-2025 Action Plan to realize this initiative. Turkmenistan has a … [Read more...]
Ashgabat hosted a meeting of the CIS Council of Heads of Government
On 24 May 2024, a regular meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the Commonwealth of Independent States was held in Ashgabat. The meeting was attended by: Azerbaijan - Deputy Prime Minister Shahin Mustafayev Belarus - Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko Kazakhstan - Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov Kyrgyzstan - Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers – Head … [Read more...]
Central Asian Women Leaders’ Caucus Meeting Concludes with Pivotal Commitments to Digital, Social, and Environmental Innovation
On 23 May 2024, the Central Asian Women Leaders’ Caucus Meeting successfully concluded in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. The event, centred on "The role of women in the economies of Central Asia: leadership for promoting digital, social, and environmental innovation,” brought together women leaders from across the region to strategize and commit to enhancing women’s roles in these … [Read more...]
UNDP, IIR of MFA Turkmenistan Host Meeting on Biodiversity for Turkmen Students
In celebration of the International Day for Biological Diversity, the UNDP together with the Institute of International Relations (IIR) of the MFA of Turkmenistan, hosted a meeting with Turkmen student youth. During the event, specialists from the UNDP project "Conservation and sustainable management of land resources and high nature value ecosystems in the Aral sea basin for … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan: A new water treatment plant commissioned in Ashgabat
On Wednesday, 22 May 2024, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov led the ceremony of commissioning a new water treatment plant in the Bagytyarlyk district in Ashgabat, with a capacity of 150,000 cubic meters of water per day. Addressing the participants of the ceremony, the President noted that water treatment plants equipped with modern equipment are being put into operation in … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan met with the CIS Secretary General
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan met with Sergei Lebedev, Secretary General of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), on Wednesday, 22 May 2024. Lebedev is in Ashgabat for the upcoming meeting of the CIS Council of Heads of Government. The discussion highlighted Turkmenistan's active participation in the CIS, emphasizing its commitment to … [Read more...]
Turkish Cuisine Week starts in Ashgabat
As they say, the proof is in the pudding. This was literally the case Wednesday evening. The Turkish Cuisine Week started with, of course, the Turkish Cuisine. Ambassador Ahmet Demirok of Türkiye hosted a reception on 22 May 2024 in Ashgabat to mark the start of the Turkish Cuisine Week, 21-27 May 2024. A reception, or a week, or a year of thirteen months, cannot fully … [Read more...]
Consultative meeting with national stakeholders on Advancing Cross-Border Paperless Trade in Turkmenistan
The United Nations Resident Coordinator's Office (UN RCO) in Turkmenistan and the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) jointly organized a two-day workshop titled "Towards a National Strategy in Advancing Cross-Border Paperless Trade in Turkmenistan." The event, held on 20-21 May 2024 at the UN House in Ashgabat, brought together … [Read more...]
TRUTH FOR THE DIPLOMAT – Part 7 – The power of neutrality vs Crassus Syndrome
Dr. Begench Karaev The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, in his speech at the XV International Economic Forum “Russia-Islamic World: KazanForum 2024,” put forward a radically new idea to update the peacekeeping potential of Islamic civilization in the modern era. In particular, the Turkmen Leader … [Read more...]
Early history of natural gas in Turkmenistan
Oraznazar KHESHDEKOV The gas industry, being one of the largest sectors of the country's national economy, plays an important role in ensuring the prosperous life of the Turkmen people and achieving the prosperity of our fatherland. Under the leadership of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, who worthily continues the initiatives of the Hero of Arkadag, large investments are … [Read more...]
Vortex Laser Rangefinders Track Wildlife in Turkmenistan’s Koitendag Reserve
Vortex laser rangefinders are being used in eastern Turkmenistan's Koitendag State Nature Reserve to monitor ungulate populations, including the endangered Marhur screw-horned goat and the argali mountain sheep, according to the report by the newspaper "Neutral Turkmenistan". The teams working concurrently in the reserve employ two rangefinders, allowing for comprehensive … [Read more...]
Delegation of Turkmenistan attends a conference on the digital industry in Russia
Turkmen delegation led by Consul General Guich Garayev (Kazan, Tatarstan) visited Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, to participate in the "Digital Industry of Industrial Russia" conference. The visit also aimed to explore avenues for expanding cooperation between Turkmenistan and the Nizhny Novgorod region. Garayev met with Olga Guseva, Minister of International and Interregional … [Read more...]
Meeting at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan with the CIS Secretary General
On 21 May 2024, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan hosted a meeting with the Secretary General of the CIS Sergey Lebedev, who arrived in Ashgabat to discuss preparations for the upcoming session of the Council of the Heads of Government. The parties discussed organizational issues related to the meeting, to take place on 24 May 2024 in Ashgabat. During the … [Read more...]
Potential of the Trans-Caspian corridor discussed in Brussels
A round table was held in Brussels on the perspectives of the EU's Global Gateway initiative and unlocking the full potential of the Trans-Caspian transport corridor. The event was attended by the heads of the European Commission, including the EU Directorate General for Transport, the European External Relations Service and other EU institutions. The heads of diplomatic … [Read more...]
Russia welcomes Turkmenistan’s joining the Russia-Islamic World platform
On 20 May 2024, Turkmenistan's Ambassador to the Russian Federation Esen Aydogdiyev met with Deputy Chairman of the Federation Council (upper house of Russian parliament) Konstantin Kosachev, the Turkmen diplomatic mission in Moscow reports. "Senators are interested in such meetings being held regularly and included in the work schedule. Contacts with diplomatic … [Read more...]
President and National Leader of Turkmenistan send messages of condolence to Iran
President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov and the National Leader of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov have sent messages of condolence to Iran on the tragic demise of the President of Iran, Ebrahim Raisi, and other top officials including the foreign minister in a helicopter crash on 19 May 2024. Their messages express grief at the tragedy and solidarity and … [Read more...]
Central Asian States reaffirm commitment to registering all children at birth
On 17 May 2024, Representatives from the Governments of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, the Republic of Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and the Republic of Uzbekistan, gathered in Tashkent today, reaffirming their commitment to ensuring every child born on their territories are registered at birth. The ‘Central Asian Conference on Ensuring Birth Registration to … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan hosted the first Meeting of the Secretaries of the Security Councils of the Central Asian countries
The first Meeting of the Secretaries of the Security Councils of the Central Asian countries was held in Astana on 16 May 2024. The event was attended by Secretary of the Security Council of Kazakhstan Gizat Nurdauletov, Secretary of the Security Council of Kyrgyzstan Marat Imankulov, Secretary of the Security Council of Tajikistan Nasrullo Mahmudzoda, Secretary of the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Claims Silver at Central Asian Volleyball Championship
The Turkmen volleyball team secured a strong second-place finish at the 2nd Engro Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA), held in Islamabad, Pakistan, from 11 to 17 May 2024. Pakistan emerged victorious, claiming the gold medal after defeating Turkmenistan in the final match. In the battle for bronze, Kyrgyzstan dominated Sri Lanka 3-1 (25-20, 25-17, 20-25, 25-23) to … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Japan held political consultations
Turkmenistan and Japan held political consultations on 17 May 2024 in Ashgabat. Deputy Minister Akhmet Gurbanov led the Turkmen delegation and Masaki Ikegami, Special Representative for Central Asian Affairs at the Japanese Foreign Ministry, represented Japan. The sides commended the strong partnership between their foreign ministries, which fosters regional cooperation and … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan intends to step up cooperation with the IAEA
During a government meeting, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov outlined initiatives to strengthen cooperation between Turkmenistan and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). A key aspect is the development of a five-year Framework Program for cooperation. This program will encompass healthcare, particularly nuclear medicine, water resource … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan received the Deputy Chairman of the National Committee of the People’s Political Consultative Council of China
On 18 May 2024, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan met with Ms. Shen Yueyue, Deputy Chair of China's National Committee of the People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), TDH reports. President Berdimuhamedov emphasized the strong and strategic nature of relations between Turkmenistan and China. He recalled his positive meeting with Chinese President Xi … [Read more...]
Ashgabat hosted Turkmen-Chinese Women’s Forum – Ogulgerek Berdimuhamedova met with the head of the Chinese delegation
On Friday, 17 May, the forum "Turkmen–Hytaý zenanlarynyň dünýäsi" (The World of Turkmen and Chinese Women) was held in Ashgabat with the participation of a Chinese delegation headed by Deputy Chairman of the National Committee of the People's Political Consultative Council of China Shen Yueyue. *** Before the start of the forum, the wife of the National Leader of the Turkmen … [Read more...]
Ashgabat hosted an International Conference of Ministers of Culture dedicated to the 300th anniversary of Magtymguly Fragi
On 17-18 May 2024, an international conference at the level of ministers of culture of foreign countries dedicated to the 300th anniversary of Turkmen poet and thinker Magtymguly Fragi was held in Ashgabat. Heads and representatives of the international organizations like TURKSOY, ECO, and CIS participated, alongside esteemed guests such as Deputy Chairman of the National … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan and CEO of Vozrozhdenie Discuss Deepening Cooperation
On 17 May 2024, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with Igor Bukato, head of Russian Vozrozhdenie (Renaissance) company. The meeting focused on strengthening their existing partnership in the context of Turkmenistan's large-scale urban development program. In this regard, it was noted that Vozrozhdenie is implementing a number of important infrastructure … [Read more...]
Speech by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov at the opening ceremony of the monument to Magtymguly Fragi and the park complex
Dear compatriots! Dear participants of the celebration! Today, the Turkmen people celebrate a great holiday. In a beautiful corner of our capital Ashgabat, in the foothills of Kopetdag, we are taking part in the opening ceremony of a magnificent monument to the great son of Turkmen people, the outstanding thinker of the East Magtymguly Fragi and a cultural and park … [Read more...]
UNDP discussed long-term adaptation activities for the economy of Turkmenistan with key stakeholders
On 15 May 2024, in Ashgabat within the framework of the project “Developing a National Adaptation Planning Process in Turkmenistan” implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) with the financial support of the Green Climate Fund (GCF) in cooperation with the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, the roundtable for presentation of the draft … [Read more...]
Brussels hosted first-ever informal meeting of the heads of diplomatic missions of Central Asia, Mongolia and the Caribbean countries
The historic first joint informal meeting of the heads of diplomatic missions of the countries of Central Asia, Mongolia and the Caribbean took place in Brussels. This meeting, initiated by the ambassadors of the Central Asian countries and Mongolia accredited in Belgium, marked a new stage in interregional cooperation and aimed to exchange experience in expanding trade, … [Read more...]
EU Special Representative for Central Asia, H.E. Ambassador Terhi Hakala visited Turkmenistan
From 13 to 15 May 2024, H.E. Ambassador Terhi Hakala, European Union Special Representative for Central Asia, undertook an official visit to Turkmenistan. This visit coincided with the "30 Years of Cooperation between the European Union and Turkmenistan: working together for a better future" conference, which aimed to emphasise the ongoing collaboration between the EU and … [Read more...]
Magtymguly Pyragy Park opens in Turkmenistan with powerful messages to the world
nCa Report by Elvira Kadyrova and Raviliya Kadyrova A huge park complex dedicated to Magtymguly Pyragy, the national poet and philosopher of Turkmenistan, was opened on 17 May 2024, in a magnificent ceremony led by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov. The idea for building the park was floated by the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, who is … [Read more...]
National Leader of the Turkmen people participated in 15th International Economic Forum “Russia–the Islamic World: KazanForum 2024”
On May 16, 2024, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, as part of a working visit to Tatarstan of the Russian Federation, as an honorary guest, took part in the 15th International Economic Forum "Russia–the Islamic the world: KazanForum 2024", and also held a number of meetings. The main purpose … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Seeks Expertise in Urban Digitalization from Tatarstan
During the working visit to Kazan, Tatarstan, the delegation of Turkmenistan met with the head of the Executive Committee of Kazan. The delegation included Chairman of the State Committee for Construction of Arkadag city Deryageldi Orazov, Chairman of the State Bank for Foreign Economic Activity of the country Rahimberdi Djepbarov, Rector of the University of Engineering … [Read more...]
E-Commerce in Tajikistan readying to bloom
Tajikistan is diligently working to mainstream the ecommerce across the economic and societal space of the country. On December 24, 2022, the country adopted the Law “On Electronic Commerce”. The Law seeks to protect the rights and legitimate interests of citizens and organizations engaged in e-commerce and ensures the free operation of e-commerce in the country. An … [Read more...]
National Leader of the Turkmen people and the head of Tatarstan visited the Halal Expo exhibition
On Thursday, 16 May 2024, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, the Rais of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov and Deputy Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation Marat Khusnullin visited the Russia Halal Expo exhibition, which is taking place in Kazan. Russia Halal Expo is Russia's largest … [Read more...]
European Union and Turkmenistan host joint conference “30 Years of Cooperation: working together for a better future”
© EUROPEAN UNION On 14 May 2024 - Ashgabat, in a landmark event marking Europe Day and three decades of partnership, the Delegation of the European Union to Turkmenistan, in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, organised a joint conference "30 Years of Cooperation between the European Union and Turkmenistan: working together for a better … [Read more...]
President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev received the secretaries of the security councils of Central Asian countries
Welcoming the heads of delegations, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted that the first meeting of the secretaries of the security councils of the countries of Central Asia is intended to become an effective platform for combining efforts to prevent external and internal challenges and threats, as well as developing the necessary response measures. – This is especially important … [Read more...]