On 4 March 2024, the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) and Central Asian environment ministers convened in Ashgabat to discuss regional ecological cooperation, according to TDH. OSCE Secretary General Helga Schmid emphasized the meeting's significance, highlighting its role in refocusing attention on contemporary environmental challenges. Schmid … [Read more...]
Businesswomen from Afghanistan: Beacon of Hope and Resilience for Everyone
Elvira Kadyrova Turkmenistan hosted on 4 March 2024 a single-country exhibition of the goods and services of Afghanistan and a joint Turkmen-Afghan business forum. Like all other segments of the business community, the women of Afghanistan participated in the twin-event in a big way. Fifteen women entrepreneurs from Afghanistan arrived in Ashgabat as part of a delegation. … [Read more...]
Afghan minister, addressing forum in Ashgabat assures that under-construction canal from Amudarya River will not impact Turkmenistan
nCa Report The minister for commerce and industry of Afghanistan, Noor Uddin Azizi, addressed the joint Turkmen-Afghan business forum in Ashgabat on 4 March 2024. In his remarks, he assured that the canal the Taliban are building to draw water from the Amudarya River, will not impact the interests of Turkmenistan. Here are the main points of his speech, condensed and … [Read more...]
Single country exhibition of Afghanistan and joint Turkmen-Afghan business forum starts in Ashgabat
A single-country exhibition of the goods and services of Afghanistan and the joint Turkmen-Afghan business forum started on 4 March 2024 in Ashgabat. There is high level participation from both sides in the event. The Afghan delegation is led by the minister for commerce and industry Noor Uddin Azizi. The Afghan delegation consists of about 300 members and includes … [Read more...]
“I fell down, but I stood up” – The story of volleyball coach Ibragim, Turkmenistan
Now a volleyball coach for people with disabilities, Ibragim embodies the spirit of overcoming adversity. His journey began with an unexpected turn when he lost his foot in a car accident while working at a train station. The accident plunged him into a series of physical and mental challenges, marked by the heavy burden of a 6 kg iron leg prosthesis that brought him pain and … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Considers Caspian Sea Pipeline for Gas Delivery to Türkiye – Eyes OTS Membership During Magtymguly Fragi Anniversary Summit
After the address at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum on 1 March 2024, the National Leader of Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov answered journalists' questions. Here is a corresponding passage from TDH report: Prospects of gas supplies to Türkiye Answering a question from Yusuf Erem, a correspondent of the TRT World TV channel of the State Television and Radio Company of … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Türkiye discuss boosting economic ties, gas cooperation
The National Leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Türkiye discussed the current state of economic cooperation between the two countries during the meeting in Antalya on 1 March 2024 on the sidelines of Antalya Diplomacy Forum. Berdimuhamedov stressed that the bilateral trade turnover shows positive dynamics reaching US … [Read more...]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov met with the heads of the Turkish holdings Rönesans and Çalyk
As part of a working visit to Türkiye, the National leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov held separate meetings with Chairman of the Board of the company "Rönesans Holding" Erman Ilicak and Chairman of the Board of Governors of the group of companies "Çalyk Holding" Ahmet Calik. During the meeting with Ilicak, … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s Efforts for Wild Cat Conservation
Shirin Karryeva, independent expert, head of the Conservation X Lab project and the Center for the Conservation of Large Landscapes Careful attitude to the flora and fauna of the Turkmen nature is the basis of the environmental policy of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov in the era of the Revival of a new epoch of a powerful state. In our country, wildlife protection is carried … [Read more...]
UNDP Turkmenistan Celebrates International Women’s Day with Student Competition on “Women Scientists Leading Climate Action”
Ashgabat, 2 March 2024: As part of the celebration of International Women's Day, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan organized an intellectual competition "Brain Ring" for students of Turkmenistan. The competition on the theme " Women Scientists: leaders in the fight against climate change" was held on March 2, 2024, at the UN Building in … [Read more...]
Green Games of Volunteers held on the Shore of the Geokdepe Lake
On 3 March, as part of the #ForOurPlanet European Union Global Campaign, the European Union (EU) Delegation to Turkmenistan jointly with the Nature Protection Society of Turkmenistan, and “Agama” Mountain Climbing Club, organised the Green Games of Volunteers. The event took place on the shores of Geokdepe Lake and brought together over 100 participants. EU volunteers, … [Read more...]
Plant from Transnistria to Supply Pumping Equipment to Turkmenistan
Elektromash, a leading manufacturer of electric motors and related equipment located in Transnistria, Moldova, will deliver pumping units to an oil field in Turkmenistan. The NA140D63 pumping units, manufactured by Elektromash for ENI Turkmenistan, will be used for pumping oily liquids at the Burun production site in the city of Balkanabad. This project marks Elektromash's … [Read more...]
OSCE Secretary General to visit Turkmenistan
OSCE Secretary General Helga Maria Schmid will visit Turkmenistan from 4 to 6 March for meetings with the Ministers of Environment from Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and with the Deputy Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In Ashgabat, the Secretary General will engage with the high-level officials at a strategic … [Read more...]
UN RCO Turkmenistan starts process for selection of young SDG Ambassadors, Cohort #4
The office of the UN RCO in Turkmenistan has announced that it has started the process for the selection of the fourth group (Cohort #4) of the young SDG Ambassadors. The announcement at the website of the UN Turkmenistan says: The UN in Turkmenistan, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Ministry of Finance and Economy are launching the selection of the cohort No. 4 of "Young … [Read more...]
SUEZ Company Eyes Partnership with Turkmenistan for Water Projects
On 1 March 2024, at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in France, Ambassador Maksat Chariev met with representatives of the SUEZ company: Mr. Paul Bourdillon, General Director of SUEZ Europe, Caucasus, and Central Asia, as well as Mr. Timothée Cargill, Director of International Development, Embassy of Turkmenistan to France reports. SUEZ, a global leader in water supply and … [Read more...]
Speech by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov at the third Antalya Diplomatic Forum
(Antalya, March 1, 2024) Dear heads and members of delegations! Ladies and Gentlemen! First of all, I express my gratitude to the President of the Republic of Turkey, my dear brother Recep Tayyip Erdogan, for the invitation to this forum. I am also grateful to the organizers for the opportunity to speak at this prestigious forum, which, I want to note, is organized at a high … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan presented national approaches to improving global reporting on the SDGs at the UN Statistical Commission
From February 27 to March 1, 2024, the 55th session of the UN Statistical Commission was held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The session focused on leveraging data for progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The meetings were attended by heads and representatives of the national statistical sector of the 24 member states of the Commission, … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Ambassador to Romania met with students in Bucharest
On March 1, 2024, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Romania hosted a meeting with Turkmen students studying at universities in Bucharest to inform with the tasks and achievements for the development of the state, which were considered on February 9, 2024, at an extended meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, also held on February 22, 2024, under chaired by the … [Read more...]
Erdogan Awarded “Honorary Elder of Turkmenistan” Title, Turkmenistan and Türkiye Sign Oil and Gas Cooperation Deals
On Friday, 1 March 2024, National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the People’s Council of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan of Türkiye on the sidelines of the 3rd Antalya Diplomacy Forum. The meeting addressed bilateral relations between Türkiye and Turkmenistan, regional and global issues, according to press-service of … [Read more...]
Foreign Ministry of Turkmenistan hosted Turkmen-Russian political consultations
On March 1, 2024, the next round of Turkmen-Russian political consultations was held in Ashgabat with the participation of the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Ahmed Gurbanov and the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Sergei Vershinin. At the meeting, an exchange of views took place on a wide range of issues related to the … [Read more...]
UNDP organized a study visit of a delegation from Turkmenistan to the Kyrgyz Republic to learn from experience in the digitalization of public services
On 26 February - 1 March 2024, within the framework of a joint project between UNDP and the Agency “Turkmenaragatnashyk” of the Agency of Transport and Communications under the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan "Assistance in the implementation of a pilot electronic data interchange system in Turkmenistan", a study visit to the Kyrgyz Republic was organized for the state … [Read more...]
Turkmen newspaper interviews acting head of UNDP in Turkmenistan
Neutral Turkmenistan, the Russian language daily from Ashgabat, has published today (1 March 2024) an interview with Mr. Tomica Paovic, the acting UNDP Resident Representative in Turkmenistan. The interview was conducted by the senior journalist Ms. Irina IMAKULIEVA. Here we are presenting the unofficial, slightly paraphrased translation of the complete text of the … [Read more...]
Rector of Oguzkhan University of Engineering Technologies visited Kazan Federal University in Tatarstan
Rector of the University of Engineering Technologies of Turkmenistan named after Oguz Khan Gurbanmyrat Mezilov visited Kazan Federal University. The meeting was attended by the Consul General of Turkmenistan in Kazan, Guich Garayev, the press service of the KFU reports. KFU was presented by Vice-Rector for External Relations Timirkhan Alishev and Deputy Director for … [Read more...]
Kyrgyzstan attaches great importance to the development of transport cooperation with Turkmenistan, says Kytgyz Transport and Communications Minister
On 29 February 2024, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Kyrgyz Republic Nuri Golliev met with Minister of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic Tilek Tekebayev. At the meeting, Tekebayev noted that Turkmenistan is a strategic partner for Kyrgyzstan and the ministry attaches great importance to the development of bilateral cooperation in the transport sector, the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and UNESCO Discuss Upcoming Conference of Ministers of Culture and Magtymguly Fragi Anniversary Initiatives
On 28 February, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to France and Permanent Representative to UNESCO, Maksat Chariev, met with Anthony Ohemeng-Boamah, Assistant Director-General of UNESCO for Priority Africa and External Relations, at UNESCO headquarters in Paris. The meeting focused on preparations for the upcoming International Conference of Ministers of Culture, scheduled for … [Read more...]
The UN Office in Geneva joins the celebration of Magtymguly Fragi
To mark the 300th anniversary of the birth of renowned poet and thinker Magtymguly Fragy, the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the UN Office in Geneva installed a special banner at the Palais des Nations. This banner featured a QR code leading to detailed information about Magtymguly’s life and legacy. The banner's placement significantly increased its visibility, as the … [Read more...]
In Turkmenistan BOMCA 10 raises awareness of profiling of potential traffickers of human beings and migrant smugglers
From February 29 to March 1, the EU-funded Border Management Programme in Central Asia (BOMCA 10), in a partnership with the Law Enforcement in Central Asia Project (LEICA), holds a national workshop in Ashgabat for first line officers dealing with the profiling of potential traffickers of human beings and of smugglers. Experts from the State Border Guard Service of … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Afghanistan discussed TAPI project and LPG supplies
On 28 February 2024, acting foreign minister of Afghanistan Amir Khan Muttaqi met with Batyr Amanov, Deputy Prime Minister of Turkmenistan responsible for oil and gas sector. During meeting, the two sides held comprehensive discussions on TAPI and supply of LPG to Afghanistan, according to MFA Afghanistan. Muttaqi said that following the visit of Turkmen FM to Herat, work … [Read more...]
President of Uzbekistan signed a decree on the establishment of the Uzbekistan–Turkmenistan free trade zone
The Uzbekistan–Turkmenistan free trade zone will be established in the Shavat district of the Khorezm region of Uzbekistan in accordance with the decree of the President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, Uzbek news outlets reported. An infrastructure for storage, sorting, marketing, transportation of goods and other modern services will be created in the free trade zone … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan Entrepreneurs to Explore Business Opportunities in Turkmenistan
The Diplomatic Club “Astana” announces a business mission for Kazakhstani entrepreneurs to Turkmenistan, scheduled for 16-18 Marc 2024. The mission will take place in Ashgabat and Turkmenbashi, offering participants the opportunity to network with leading companies and business associations in Turkmenistan and visit the exhibition of achievements of Turkmen private … [Read more...]
Turkmen delegation is taking part at the 17th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions
From February 27 to March 1, 2024, at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris is being held the 17th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions. The session is attended by heads and representatives of the secretariat of the UNESCO Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Iran Hold Consular, Border, and Customs Commission Meeting
On February 27, 2024, the 16th session of the Intergovernmental Turkmen-Iranian Commission on Consular, Border and Customs Affairs was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran, which was attended by authorities and representatives of the relevant ministries and state agencies of the two countries. The Turkmen delegation was headed by Deputy … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Afghanistan discussed cooperation in the transport sector
On 27 February 2024, the Afghanistan delegation headed by Acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi met with Mammetkhan Chakiyev, Director General of the Agency for Transport and Communications under the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, as part of a working visit to Turkmenistan, the Afghan Foreign Ministry reports. The meeting explored the prospects of expanding … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan gas sector leadership and Emirati ADNOC discuss cooperation
Musabbeh Al Kaabi, Executive Director of Low Carbon Solutions & International Growth Directorate at ADNOC, arrived in Ashgabat at the head of the company's delegation, the UAE Embassy in Turkmenistan reports. The delegation is accompanied by the UAE Ambassador to Turkmenistan Ahmed Al Hameli. Representatives of ADNOC held meetings with senior officials of the State … [Read more...]
Turkmen Railways Accelerates Cargo Transit Times
Demiryollary JSC, the state-owned passenger and cargo carrier of the Turkmen railway network, is actively working to improve the efficiency of transit, import, and export cargo transportation through Turkmenistan. A key focus is on accelerating the movement of transit wagons through the country, and Demiryollary announces significant reductions in travel times achieved in … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Negotiates Spare Parts Deal with Chinese company for Merchant Marine Vessel
On 26 February 2024, representatives from the Balkan Shipbuilding and Repair Plant met with the Director and Commercial Manager of Weichai Holding Co. Ltd. in Kazakhstan, according to the Turkmen Maritime and River Transport Agency "Turkmendeñizderýaýollary." The meeting focused on acquiring necessary equipment and spare parts for the "Saparmyrat Niyazov," a bulk carrier … [Read more...]
Ashgabat hosted a regional dialogue on recognizing Authorized Economic Operators (AEOs) in Central Asia and the South Caucasus
On 26 February 2024, the Central Office of the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan hosted a roundtable discussion focused on implementing the World Customs Organization's (WCO) "Guidelines on Mutual Recognition of AEOs" in the region of Central Asia and the South Caucasus. This event coincided with the visit of Igor Runov, Executive Secretary of the UN Center for Transport … [Read more...]
Russian Railways Logistics Facilitates Delivery of Building Materials for Magtymguly Fragi Monument Project in Turkmenistan
JSC Russian Railways Logistics, the logistics arm of Russian Railways, has organized the rail transport of construction materials from Russia to Turkmenistan, according to a company statement. The St. Petersburg branch of Russian Railways Logistics spearheaded the project, delivering granite tiles and decorative elements needed for the new monument dedicated to the revered … [Read more...]
Turkmen Ambassador Discusses Bilateral Cooperation with Romanian Parliamentarian
On 27 February 2024, Turkmenistan's Ambassador to Romania, A. Annaev, met with Anquetil-Károly Kolcsár, the Co-Chairman of the Romanian side of the inter-parliamentary Turkmen-Romanian friendship group. Initiated by the Turkmen side, the meeting focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation and future plans. Both parties commended the positive experience of interaction at … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan Discuss Collaboration in Horse Breeding
On 23 February 2024, the Turkmen Ambassador to Kazakhstan, Batyr Rejepov, met with Bakytzhan Turlybekov, head of the Republican Equestrian Federation "JORYQ," according to the Turkmen diplomatic mission. During the meeting, Ambassador Rejepov highlighted steps Turkmenistan is taking to develop the domestic horse breeding industry, enhance the global recognition of Akhal-Teke … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan Aims to Boost Transcaspian and North-South Transport Corridors
Kazakhstan is taking a proactive approach to enhance the capacity and efficiency of two critical transport corridors: the North-South corridor and the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR). These efforts involve both internal strategies and international collaboration. To improve service, reduce cargo delivery time and provide services on the principle of a … [Read more...]
Education Minister of Turkmenistan is on visit to Qatar
On 25-28 February 2024, a delegation headed by the Minister of Education of Turkmenistan Bayramgul Orazdurdyeva is on a working visit to Doha, Qatar, foreign ministry of Turkmenistan reports. On the first day of the visit, the delegation of Turkmenistan was welcomed by Qatar State Minister of Education and Higher Education Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi. During the … [Read more...]
Meeting at the Turkmen Foreign Ministry with the Head of the OSCE Center in Ashgabat
On 26 February 2024, Myahri Byashimova, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, met with Ambassador John McGregor, Head of the OSCE Center in Ashgabat. The meeting addressed the upcoming visit of OSCE Secretary General Helga Schmid to Turkmenistan in March. Discussions also touched upon hosting a high-level meeting of Central Asian Environmental Protection … [Read more...]
Ashgabat to host an exhibition of Afghan goods and a Turkmen-Afghan business forum
An exhibition of Afghan goods and a Turkmen-Afghan business forum will be held in Ashgabat on 3-5 March 2024. The President of Turkmenistan signed a corresponding Decree, ordered the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs to hold the above-mentioned events at a high organizational level at the … [Read more...]
Transport, Electricity and TAPI under the spotlight of Turkmenistan-Afghanistan talks in Ashgabat – Afghanistan’s Foreign Ministry issued press release on Meredov and Muttaqi meeting
Acting Foreign Minister of Afghanistan Amir Khan Muttaqi leading a delegation met with the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Rashid Meredov in Ashgabat on Monday, 26 February 2024. The meeting focused on bilateral relations between Afghanistan and Turkmenistan, upgrading Afghanistan’s diplomatic presence in Ashgabat, and practically starting TAPI project in … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s foreign ministry hosted a meeting with an Afghan delegation led by Muttaqi
On February 26, 2024, in Ashgabat, a meeting was held between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and a delegation that arrived in Turkmenistan led by the acting Minister of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan Amir Khan Muttaqi, consisting of representatives of various government agencies of Afghanistan, including the Ministry of Mining and Petroleum, … [Read more...]
Cyanobacteria Building Materials: A New Frontier in Turkmen Science
Exciting research is underway at the biotechnology laboratory of the Technology Center of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan, focusing on the potential of cyanobacteria, or "blue-green algae," to revolutionize construction materials, Neutral Turkmenistan Newspaper reports. The research aims at exploring the use of cyanobacteria in bio-nanotechnology, specifically for … [Read more...]
Leadership of Turkmenistan congratulates the President of Türkiye on his 70th birthday – Erdogan awarded the title of Honorary Elder of Turkmenistan
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent congratulations to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Türkiye on the occasion of his 70th birthday, noting that the Turkish leader enjoys "great respect in Turkmenistan as a true friend, wise and far-sighted statesman." In his message, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov stressed that "one of the important directions of Turkmenistan's foreign … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Takes Stride Towards Sustainable Development with Launch of UN-Private Sector Partnerships Platform
23 February 2024 marked a significant milestone in Turkmenistan's journey towards sustainable development as the UN-Private Sector Partnerships Platform was officially launched. The inauguration ceremony, held in UN premises, signifies a collaborative effort between the United Nations, private businesses, and key stakeholders to prioritize national development goals, Agenda … [Read more...]
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation Appreciated by UNICEF for Supporting Children’s Health
The Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Care received a UNICEF certificate for for the valuable contribution provided to children most in need, giving them hope for a brighter future. National Leader of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, presented the certificate during a meeting with Foundation … [Read more...]