Turkmenistan's Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov met with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) Vice President Mark Bowman on 14 March 2024. Discussions centered on strengthening Turkmenistan's investment climate through collaboration. They explored international cooperation opportunities and implementing new joint projects using cutting-edge … [Read more...]
Turkmen Ambassador to Belarus Visits Vitebsk State Medical University, Meets Students
On 13 March 2024, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Belarus Nazarguly Shagulyev met with the leadership of Vitebsk State Medical University. A wide range of issues related to the conditions of study and life of students from Turkmenistan at the university, the export of educational services, and cooperation between VSMU and universities of Turkmenistan were discussed at the … [Read more...]
Ambassador of Panama accredited to Turkmenistan
On March 14, 2024, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Ahmed Kurbanov received copies of credentials from the newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Panama to Turkmenistan (with residence in Moscow) Rolando Enrique Barrow Noad. During the meeting, issues of bilateral cooperation were discussed, and the current state and prospects for further … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Customs Service and International Trade Center Discuss Trade Facilitation Projects
On March 13, 2024, the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan met with a delegation from the International Trade Centre (ITC) led by Ms. Elena Butrimova, Head of the Department of Eastern Europe and Central Asia. The meeting focused on ongoing and new projects aimed at enhancing trade facilitation in Turkmenistan. The discussion highlighted the success of the Ready4Trade … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Explores Trade Facilitation Cooperation with GIZ
On 13 March 2024, a delegation from the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) met with officials from the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan. Ms. Assel Uzagalieva, Deputy Head of GIZ's "Trade Facilitation in Central Asia" program, led the GIZ delegation. Akhmetyar Kulov, GIZ representative in Turkmenistan, also participated. The meeting focused on exploring … [Read more...]
Spanish Delegation Explores Trade and Industry Opportunities in Turkmenistan
Representatives from various ministries and departments in Turkmenistan met with Spanish business associations at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan. The delegation includes the representatives of Typsa, Sercobe, Almar Water, Talgo, and Ibertest. The meetings aimed to strengthen bilateral trade and economic relations between Turkmenistan and Spain, fostering … [Read more...]
Second Phase of the Lebap Cement Plant commissioned in Koytendag – Turkmenistan increases cement production
On 13 March 2024, on Wednesday, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov led the opening ceremony of the second phase of the Lebap Cement Plant with a capacity of 1 million tons of cement per year in the Koitendag district of the Lebap province. The first phase of the plant went into operation in February 2013. All these years, the plant, located 350 kilometers from Turkmenabat, … [Read more...]
Central Asian countries are building new transport corridors and changing logistics
Serikbol Koshmaganbetov Geopolitical turbulence in the world is radically changing the infrastructure of transport flows in Central Asia. Asian countries are eager to send their cargo to Europe via the historic Great Silk Road. What is the current development of cargo transportation logistics in Central Asian countries, read the material of the correspondent of Kazinform … [Read more...]
A Dialogue on “Central Asian Connectivity Project Pipeline” between IsDB-AIIB-MCDF and Regional Countries
On 11-12 March 2024, the Regional Dialogue on Central Asian Connectivity (CAC) Project Pipeline has convened in Istanbul, Turkiye, to facilitate a stakeholder dialogue aimed at identifying and assessing cross-border connectivity projects in Central Asia. Organized jointly by the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and the … [Read more...]
Turkmen delegation visited Austria
On 10-12 March 2024, a Turkmen delegation headed by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov paid a working visit to Austria. The visit provided an opportunity for meetings with the heads of several international organizations based in Vienna. A round table was also held at the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber on the prospects for the development of … [Read more...]
UNDP in Turkmenistan hosts a two-day training session on climate change adaptation
Within the framework of the project “Developing a National Adaptation Planning Process in Turkmenistan” implemented by UNDP with the financial support of the Green Climate Fund (GCF) in cooperation with the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, a two-day Training of Trainers (ToT) session titled "Integration of Adaptation to the Effects of Climate Change into … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan took part in the expert meeting of the UNECE and UNICEF on child statistics
The UNECE/UNICEF Expert Meeting on Statistics on Children, including the annual session of the UNICEF TransMONEE network, was held from 4 to 6 March 2024 in Geneva at the Palais des Nations. Turkmenistan was represented by the Deputy Chairman of the State Statistics Committee and the head of the Population Department, as well as a UNICEF specialist in monitoring and … [Read more...]
A workshop on gender-sensitive communication was organised for government officials and representatives of public organizations in Turkmenistan
On 11-12 March 2024, the EU-funded BOMCA 10 programme organised a workshop in Turkmenabad on gender-sensitive communication for government officials and representatives of public organizations in Turkmenistan. It is worth noting that this programme activity was a collaborative effort between the Delegation of the European Union to Turkmenistan, BOMCA 10, and the Office of the … [Read more...]
Cargo transit through Turkmenistan increased by 206% over the past three years
Since the beginning of 2020, the volume of transit cargo through Turkmenistan has soared by 206% or three times, which indicates its growing role as an important transit hub on the Silk Road. These data are reported by the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan. At the same time, road transportation increased by 585%, and the volume of railway cargo transportation posted 104% … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan road transport priorities on the table
The implementation of TIR Green Lanes, eTIR and training capacity topped the agenda during the first meeting between IRU’s Secretary General and the new UN Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan. The Secretary General of IRU, Umberto de Pretto, and Vepa Hajiyev, the new Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan to the United Nations Office at Geneva, discussed the importance … [Read more...]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov met with members of the Council of Elders of the Organization of Turkic States
On Monday, 11 March 2024, a meeting was held in Ashgabat within the framework of the 15th meeting of the Council of Elders of the Organization of Turkic States, chaired by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslahaty Arkadag Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. The agenda of the upcoming 15th meeting includes topical issues related to the activities of the … [Read more...]
Embassy of Turkmenistan to Belgium Ignites Cultural Inspiration in Eindhoven
The Embassy of Turkmenistan in Belgium partnered with fashion house "Mengli Secrets World Fashion" to showcase the rich cultural heritage of Turkmenistan at an international cultural exhibition dedicated to World Women's Day. The exhibition, held in Eindhoven, Netherlands, brought together national pavilions from around the world. Turkmenistan's pavilion stood out, adorned … [Read more...]
Amudarya canal could harm Afghanistan – region has solutions
nCa Analysis “Do not waste water, even if you are on a running river.” – Hadith of Holy Prophet (PBUH) “A drop of water, a grain of gold.” – Turkmen proverb The Taliban in Afghanistan is building an enormous canal to draw water from the Amudarya. It is their right to consume water from the shared resources but the sheer size of the canal – 100 meters in width – raises … [Read more...]
Astrakhan State University celebrates the 300th anniversary of Magymguly Fragi
Astrakhan State University (ASU) named after V. N. Tatishchev celebrated the 300th anniversary of the great Turkmen poet and thinker Magtymguly Fragi through a virtual event. Held as part of the "Friendship Teleconference" project, the event brought together students from various institutions. Participants included students from the Magtymguly Fragi Secondary School in … [Read more...]
Foreign Ministers of Turkmenistan and Austria discussed the current situation in Afghanistan
On 11 March 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Austria Alexander Schallenberg in Vienna. The Austrian Foreign Ministry's press release notes: "The situation in Afghanistan, especially with regard to the fight against terrorism, organized crime and illegal migration, was the focus of today's … [Read more...]
Amudarya is not a single river – It is an integrated river system spanning six countries
nCa Report Amudarya, the most famous river of Central Asia, is not a single river – It is an integrated river system spanning six, possibly seven countries. Amudarya is usually written as Amudarya River, which is superfluous because ‘darya’ in Amudarya means river. This river has always caught the imagination of the travellers and authors. In various languages and during … [Read more...]
Petrofac awarded contract to maintain giant gas field in Turkmenistan
Petrofac, a leading provider of services to the global energy industry, has secured a new deal to support operations at the Galkynysh Gas Field in Turkmenistan, according to company’s press release. This three-year contract, valued at over $200 million, builds on Petrofac's previous successful cooperation Turkmengas State Concern on the massive gas field. The contracts … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Afghanistan held a meeting on the Nur ul-Jihad substation project
On Sunday, 10 March 2024, the leadership of the Afghan electric power company Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat met with the head of the Department of International Electric Power Projects in the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan direction of the Ministry of Energy of Turkmenistan, Myrat Artykov and representatives of the Embassy of Turkmenistan. According to DABS, the meeting … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Creates Strategic Council with UN
On 8 March 2024, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a decree establishing the "Turkmenistan-United Nations Strategic Advisory Council." The decree also approved the council's composition. This council aims to: • Ensure national programs and international initiatives of Turkmenistan align with current needs. • Foster systematic cooperation on projects undertaken jointly … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan President Orders High-Level Preparations for OTS Council of Elders Meeting
Turkmenistan's President, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, has signed a resolution ordering for high organization of the upcoming 15th meeting of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) Council of Elders. The meeting will be held in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, from 11 to 13 March 2024. This resolution underscores Turkmenistan's commitment to "further develop and comprehensively strengthen … [Read more...]
Azerbaijan ADA University and the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan held a meeting
The ADA Azerbaijan University and the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan held an online meeting. Vice-rector of ADA University Fariz Ismailzade, Vice-rector of the Institute of International Relations Gulshat Yusupova, as well as Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to Turkmenistan Gismet Gezalov and Ambassador of … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan proposes strategic council to deepen UN partnership
During the Cabinet of Ministers meeting on Thursday, 7 March 2024, DPM and Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov presented a proposal to establish a "Turkmenistan-United Nations Strategic Advisory Council." Turkmenistan cooperates constructively with the United Nations in the economic, environmental, humanitarian and other spheres on the basis of signed bilateral … [Read more...]
Merchant Marine Fleet of Turkmenistan offers feeder transport services
JSC "Merchant Marine Fleet" of Turkmenistan reminds businesses of their established feeder transportation service on the Turkmenbashi - Baku - Turkmenbashi route, operational since January 2023. Feeder transportation, also known as short-sea shipping, plays a crucial role in international containerized cargo movement. It allows for the efficient transportation of general … [Read more...]
South Korea, Central Asia Launch Civil Service Cooperation Network
On 7 March 2024, South Korea's Minister of Personnel Management, Kim Seung Ho, met with heads of Central Asian diplomatic missions in Seoul. The meeting marked the launch of the South Korea-Central Asia Civil Service Network, a framework for cooperation in improving civil service systems, according to the Korea ministry of personal management. The meeting was attended by … [Read more...]
EU-funded programme strengthened capacity of the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan in application of different transit regimes
From March 5 to 7, the EU-funded Border Management Programme in Central Asia (BOMCA 10) in cooperation with USAID Trade Central Asia Activity, held a workshop in Ashgabat for the representatives of State Customs Service of Turkmenistan on different transit systems, their requirements and application. The activity intended to present and discuss application of different … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Joins the Union of Turkic Chambers of Commerce and Industry
The Extraordinary Meeting of the General Assembly of the Union of Turkic Chambers of Commerce and Industry (TCCI) was held on 6 March 2024 via video conference. The meeting brought together representatives from member countries Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Türkiye, and Uzbekistan as well as representatives of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan. The … [Read more...]
UNDP enhances farmers’ knowledge on horticulture in the Lebap Velayat
Within the framework of the project “Conservation and Sustainable Management of Land Resources and High Nature Value Ecosystems in the Aral Sea Basin for Multiple Benefits”, jointly implemented by UNDP and the Ministry of Environment Protection of Turkmenistan, a practical seminar on horticulture development was held on March 5, 2024, in the city of Seydi, the Denau … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan foreign office press release on recent Afghan visit and trans-boundary issues
One of the main directions of Turkmenistan’s foreign policy is the further development and strengthening of comprehensive relations with neighboring states. As previously reported, during the period from March 4 to 6 of this year, a representative delegation of Afghanistan led by the Acting Minister of Industry and Trade Alhaj Nuruddin Azizi visited Turkmenistan to … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and IEA Discuss Deepening Cooperation in Energy Sector
On 6 March 2024, at the headquarters of the International Energy Agency (IEA) in Paris, a meeting took place between the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to France, Maksat Chariev, and the Executive Director of the IEA, Dr.Fatih Birol. The main topic of discussion was the further development of cooperation between Turkmenistan and the IEA, as well as the participation of the IEA in … [Read more...]
Trade turnover between Turkmenistan and India increased to US $ 192 million
The volume of bilateral trade between India and Turkmenistan has steadily increased from US $ 60.64 million in 2020-2021 to US $ 192 million in 2022-2023. This was stated by the Ambassador of India to Turkmenistan, Ms. Madhumita Hazarika Bhagat, in an interview with the Turkmenistan newspaper. Among the main goods imported from India are pharmaceuticals, electronic and … [Read more...]
WHO/Europe Director for Communicable Diseases, Environment and Health to Visit Turkmenistan
Robb Butler, Director of the Division of Communicable Diseases, Environment and Health at the WHO Regional Office for Europe (WHO/Europe), will visit Turkmenistan on March 12-13, 2024, on an official mission. In Ashgabat, Director Butler will meet with the officials at the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry and Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as well as international … [Read more...]
National and international experts gather in Ashgabat to discuss forest legislation improvements
A three-day seminar held in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, brought together national and international experts to discuss improvements to the country's forest legislation, as reported by the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper. The seminar focused on adapting international forestry principles, presented by the UN and FAO programs, to the specific context of Turkmenistan. Participants … [Read more...]
EU officials continued the challenge to read Magtymguly’s poetry
EU officials in Brussels continued the "Creative Challenge" launched by the Turkmenistan Embassy in Belgium, reading poetry by the renowned Turkmen poet Magtymguly Fragi. Teri Hakala, EU Special Representative for Central Asia, along with representatives from the European Parliament, the European Commission, and experts from "Diplomatic World" magazine, participated by … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Romania outline plans to expand trade and economic ties
On 5 March 2024, Ambassador Annamammet Annaev of Turkmenistan met with Aurelian Gogulescu, President of the Prahova Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI) in Romania, Embassy of Turkmenistan to Romania reports. Ambassador Annaev expressed his appreciation for the opportunity to meet and emphasized the strong existing bilateral cooperation between Turkmenistan and Romania … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Romania to boost cooperation in education – 105 scholarships available for Turkmen citizens in Romanian Universities
On 6 March 2024, the Ministry of National Education of Romania hosted a meeting between the Ambassador of Turkmenistan Annamammet Annaev and the Deputy Minister of National Education of Romania, Mr. Ionel-Florian Lixandru. The meeting focused on enhancing educational cooperation between the two friendly nations. Discussions centered on exploring ways to further develop and … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and AD Ports Group Discuss Strengthening Transport and Logistics Cooperation
Representatives from Turkmenistan's transport and communication sector met with officials from the UAE's AD Ports Group in Abu Dhabi on a recent working visit. The delegation, led by Deputy Director General B. Annaev of the Agency for Transport and Communications and Director General M. Byashimov of the Transport and Logistics Center of Turkmenistan (TULM), explored avenues … [Read more...]
Turkmen Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange hosted successful trading session on the sidelines of Afghanistan expo in Ashgabat
On 5 March 2024, on the sidelines of the exhibition of Afghan goods, the mobile stock exchange of the State Commodity Exchange of Turkmenistan was held in Ashgabat. 71 transactions were finalized during the session, generating significant economic activity. The total value of the concluded transactions surpassed US $ 107 million and Turkmen Manat 33 million. A diverse … [Read more...]
TAPI Gas Pipeline, Power Lines, and Transport Infrastructure on the Agenda in Turkmenistan-Afghanistan Talks
On March 5, 2024, a meeting was held between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and the delegation that arrived in Turkmenistan, headed by the acting Minister of Industry and Commerce of Afghanistan Alhaj Nuruddin Azizi. During the negotiations, a wide range of issues related to the expansion of bilateral trade and economic relations were … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Ambassador to Romania visited Petroleum-Gas University of Ploesti
On 5 March 2024, Turkmenistan's Ambassador to Romania, A. Annaev, visited the Petroleum-Gas University of Ploesti and met with its Rector, Mr. Alin Dinica. The Ambassador, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to meet, noted the established high level of bilateral cooperation between Turkmenistan and Romania in all areas. At the same time, special attention was paid to … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan, OSCE Pledge Continued Partnership for Peace and Development
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan met with OSCE Secretary General Helga Schmid on Tuesday, 5 March 2024 in Ashgabat, according to TDH. During the meeting President Berdimuhamedov emphasized Turkmenistan's commitment to peace, security, and sustainable development through its "positive neutrality" foreign policy. This includes fostering cooperation with … [Read more...]
Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan met with OSCE Secretary General
On March 5, 2024, a meeting was held between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and the Secretary General of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) Helga Schmid. During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and further prospects for the development of cooperation between Turkmenistan and the OSCE in the … [Read more...]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov visited an exhibition of Afghan goods – met with Afghanistan minister for commerce and industry – Ahmet Calik attended the meeting
On 4 March 2024, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov visited the exhibition of Afghan goods that started in Ashgabat and held a business meeting dedicated to the issues of integrated development of interstate cooperation, TDH reports. Berdimuhamedov began his visit by exploring the stand of an … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan hosts single-country exhibition of Afghanistan, joint Turkmen-Afghan business forum – several side events held
nCa Report The 3-day exhibition of the goods and services of Afghanistan started on 4 March 2024 in Ashgabat. The joint Turkmen-Afghan business forum and several side events were also held. This is a landmark mega-event for the business community of Afghanistan. The acting minister for commerce and industry of Afghanistan, Noor Uddin Azizi, is leading the Afghan delegation. … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan will build grain elevator at border with Afghanistan, other plans include construction of cargo handling facility, and railway line to Herat
The senior officials from Turkmenistan had a meeting with the Afghan delegation visiting Turkmenistan for the exhibition and the joint Turkmen-Business forum. The meeting took place on 4 March 2024. The sides exchanged notes on the progress on the joint projects and initiatives. The Turkmen side informed that there were plans for a project for the construction of a … [Read more...]
Afghan delegation visited the Port of Turkmenbashi
On 3 March 2024, a delegation led by Afghanistan's minister for commerce and industry, Noor Uddin Azizi, toured the International Seaport of Turkmenbashi, according to the Agency for Maritime and River Transport of Turkmenistan "Turkmendenizderyayollary." The visit showcased the capabilities of the port and its terminals, highlighting the benefits of the "customs storage" … [Read more...]