The Toprak company, specializing in the production of paper and cardboard products, was founded in 1998 and is now a leader in the national pulp and paper industry. At the beginning of its journey, the company was engaged in the collection and processing of waste paper. Now, this business entity owns four major production facilities and an extensive industrial … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Afghanistan Strengthen Trade Ties with New Deals
During a recent visit to Herat, Afghanistan, a business delegation from Turkmenistan signed a series of contracts with Afghan entrepreneurs. The Ministry of Industry and Commerce of Afghanistan reports that ten contracts and two memoranda of understanding were finalized. These deals focus on the supply of building materials like steel rods, paints, marble, and various food … [Read more...]
7th meeting of the High-level Working Group on the Caspian Sea convened in Baku
On May 6-7, 2024, the 7th meeting of the High-level Working Group on the Caspian Sea was held in Baku, the Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry reports. The negotiations were attended by Azerbaijan (head of delegation - S. Sharifov), Iran (head of delegation - A. Jahangiri), Kazakhstan (Head of delegation - Z. Amandzholova), Russia (head of delegation – M. Petrakov) and Turkmenistan … [Read more...]
Deserts in Central Asia – Part Two
nCa Report Lumping some of the deserts in Central Asia together, based on their characteristic, and objectives of the study, is a useful idea. In the experts’ circle, two desert groups are prominent: 1. Central Asian Southern Desert; 2. Central Asian Northern Desert. Central Asian Southern Desert Here is the write-up from One … [Read more...]
Balkan Businessman Experiments with Banana Cultivation
Sherip Ashyrov, an entrepreneur from Turkmenistan's Balkan province, has achieved a first this year – a successful harvest of bananas. Two years ago, Ashyrov, based in the Kizilarvat district, embarked on an innovative project: cultivating bananas and lemons. This fresh idea resonated with the experienced farmer, who involved his family to join the venture. Together, this … [Read more...]
Japan’s MEXT Scholarships are available for Turkmen youth
The Embassy of Japan in Turkmenistan announces that applications are now open for the prestigious MEXT Scholarship programs. This is a fantastic opportunity for talented Turkmen students to pursue higher education in Japan. In particular, scholarship programs are offered in four areas: 1. Research student (postgraduate level) 2. Student (Bachelor's degree level) 3. A … [Read more...]
A specialist of the Turkmen-French archaeological expedition trained students of the Culture Institute in preserving ancient artifacts
In 1994, during the visit of French President Francois Mitterrand to Turkmenistan, an agreement was reached between the National Center for Scientific Research of France (CNRS) and the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan on the establishment of an archaeological mission. Within the framework of this cooperation, the Turkmen‐French Archaeological Mission (MAFTur), has been … [Read more...]
Deserts in Central Asia – Part One
nCa Report There are some 14 territories and areas in Central Asia that are categorized as deserts. Some of them are in this category mainly for technical reasons and one of them should not have existed at all. The total area of deserts in Central Asia comes to about 1.5 million square km. This should be taken as an approximation because some territories overlap at some … [Read more...]
RECCA Partners with Turkmenistan NGOs for Environmental Projects
The Regional Environmental Center of Central Asia (RECCA) has signed memoranda of understanding with leading public organizations of Turkmenistan – the Society for the Protection of Nature of Turkmenistan and the Tebigi Kuwwat (Nature’s Energy) enterprise, according to RECCA. "This event opens a new page of cooperation with the civil society of Turkmenistan and provides new … [Read more...]
Expert opinion. Climate legislation of Turkmenistan: status and development prospects
Lawmaking in the field of ecology and the implementation of international obligations accepted by the state to reduce climate risks is today one of the most important areas of legislative activity of parliamentarians of the countries of the Central Asian region. The dynamics of development and gradual improvement of environmental legislation of Turkmenistan is analysed in … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Afghanistan discuss expansion of trade relations
On 4 May 2024, a delegation of the private sector of Turkmenistan led by Chairman of the Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs of Turkmenistan Nokerguly Atagulyev visited Herat province to discuss issues of expanding trade relations between the two countries, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Kabul reports. During the visit, the Turkmen delegation met with the Governor of … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan Discuss Water Management at Joint Commission Meeting
On 30 April 2024, the fourth meeting of the Uzbek-Turkmen joint intergovernmental commission on water management issues was held in Turkmenabad. The meeting was co-chaired by Advisor to the President of Uzbekistan Sh. Ganiev and Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan for agriculture T. Atakhalliyev, the National News Agency of Uzbekistan UzA … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and the United Nations held the first meeting of the joint Strategic Advisory Board
On 3 May 2024, the first meeting of the Turkmenistan-UN Strategic Advisory Board was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan in a hybrid format. Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov and the UN Resident Coordinator to Turkmenistan Dmitry Shlapachenko chaired the meeting, attended by two Deputy Prime Ministers responsible for the financial and economic sector and … [Read more...]
Afghanistan starts unfolding its huge transit potential – trilateral hub planned in Herat
Afghanistan, a country at the crossroads of some major corridors, has started unfolding its transit potential in a systematic and measured manner. In a news story first reported by Reuters and subsequently expanded on by other media services, the acting commerce minister of Afghanistan, Nooruddin Azizi, told Reuters that Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, and Afghanistan would … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and UNDP expand collaboration to strengthen the country’s healthcare system
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. May 3, 2024. Today, The Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan (MoHMI) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) signed a landmark agreement for a new project "Procurement of health products for the control of infectious diseases in 2024-2025". This multi-year initiative, with a budget exceeding $34 million fully financed by … [Read more...]
UNDP Project upgraded 114 laboratories across Turkmenistan
As part of the project funded by the Government of Turkmenistan and implemented by UNDP, the installation of modern laboratory equipment has been successfully completed, and training sessions have been conducted for specialists in 10 clinical laboratories in Ahal velayat and 28 clinical laboratories in Ashgabat, UNDP Turkmenistan reports. The laboratories have also been … [Read more...]
“Japbaki” at Russian Drama Theater in Ashgabat: A Powerful Performance Celebrating Inclusiveness
Irina Kuliyeva The principle of leaving no one behind, a cornerstone of the UN's 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, guides Turkmenistan's social policies. By focusing on people with disabilities and special needs, the country strengthens social protections and fosters their integration into society. This commitment comes alive at the Pushkin Russian Drama Theater's … [Read more...]
A competition of public speaking in Japanese held in Turkmenistan
The Turkmen National Institute of World Languages named after D. Azadi hosted a lively Japanese language competition on 27 April 2024, reports the Japanese Embassy in Turkmenistan. 12 students showcased their Japanese skills, with half tackling a designated topic and the others presenting on a theme of their choice. They also demonstrated their daily progress in the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan may expand trade through building materials and industrial products supplies
On 2 May 2024, Turkmenistan Ambassador Batyr Rejepov met with Kanat Sharlapayev, Kazakhstan's Minister of Industry and Construction. Building upon the success of their strategic partnership, trade volume reached $563 million in 2023, reflecting a significant 22.5% increase compared to the previous year (according to Kazakhstan's Ministry of Industry and … [Read more...]
First Agroexpress Train Delivers Oat Flakes from Russia to India via Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan
The first Agroexpress train carrying oat flakes departed Russia for India. This inaugural trip utilized the eastern route of the North-South International Transport Corridor, traversing Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, and Iran. This multimodal shipment of cargo was organized by the logistics arm of Russian Railways "Russian Railways Logistics" and LLC "Dry Port Yuzhnouralsky" … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Turkmen Communications launch electronic data exchange system in Turkmenistan
On 2 May 2024, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Agency "Turkmenaragatnashyk" [Turkmen communications] of the Agency of Transport and Communications under the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan organized an online kick-off of the implementation of the electronic data exchange system in Turkmenistan within the framework of the joint project “Assistance in … [Read more...]
European Union – Turkmenistan Sustainable Energy Days 2024: International Conference in Turkmenbashi Presents Solutions for Sustainable Energy Promotion
Turkmenbashi, Turkmenistan – More than 70 delegates from Turkmenistan, the European Union (EU) and other countries of Central Asia gathered at the International Conference “Climate change – challenges and solutions for sustainable energy” today to share experiences in the implementation of sustainable energy policies in practice. The Conference was held within the … [Read more...]
(Updated) European Union – Turkmenistan Sustainable Energy Days 2024: European Union Awards Most Energy Efficient School in Turkmenbashi
Turkmenbashi, Turkmenistan – The European Union (EU) Award Ceremony “The Most Energy Efficient School” was held today in Turkmenbashi, as part of the EU–Turkmenistan Sustainable Energy Days 2024 (SEDs). School № 10 was recognised as the most energy efficient among the public schools of the city. The School teachers, students, parents, the representatives of the EU, the UNDP … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan and the National Leader congratulated the famous diplomat Chinar Rustemova on her anniversary
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and National Leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov addressed congratulations to Chinar Rustemova on the occasion of her 70th birthday. Rustemova, a distinguished figure in Turkmenistan, holds the titles of Hero of Turkmenistan, Honored Diplomat, Candidate of Philosophical Sciences, and currently serves as the … [Read more...]
Turkmen Scientists Develop New Methods for Lactose Production
Turkmenistan's Academy of Sciences is making strides in lactose production. Researchers at the Technology Center's biotechnology lab are investigating new applications for whey, a by-product of cheesemaking, according to the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper. This research focuses on utilizing whey in a sustainable and innovative way through bionanotechnology. Scientists say … [Read more...]
Netherlands and Turkmenistan starts football cooperation
Today, on 1 May 2024, the first video meeting between the Football Federation of Turkmenistan and the Royal Dutch Football Association (KNVB) took place. Acting Chairman of the Football Federation of Turkmenistan (FFT) Guvanchmukhamed Ovekov, Head Coach of the national team Mergen Orazov and Ambassador of Turkmenistan Sapar Palvanov joined the meeting from the Turkmen … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Highlights Climate Change Initiatives at the First Preparatory Meeting of the 31st OSCE Economic and Environmental Forum
Vienna, April 29-30, 2024 – The Turkmenistan delegation, led by notable figures in environmental protection and digital transformation, has actively contributed to the first preparatory meeting of the 31st OSCE Economic and Environmental Forum held in Vienna. This year's meeting, under the theme “Enhancing security and stability in the OSCE region through digital innovation, … [Read more...]
UNDP in Turkmenistan presented a new regional initiative on climate education to the country’s teachers
Ashgabat, 25-26 April 2024: Within the framework of the Regional Project "Climate Education to Promote the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Climate Action", the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan held a seminar on April 25-26, 2024 at the UN building in Ashgabat. The main purpose of the seminar was to present a teaching module for the … [Read more...]
Qatar hosted 3rd Arab-Central Asia Economic Forum
The 3rd session of the Arab Economic and Cooperation Forum with the countries of Central Asia and the Republic of Azerbaijan was held in Doha, Qatar on 29-30 April 2024. Turkmenistan was represented by Deputy Minister of Finance and Economy B. Yalakov. Welcoming the forum, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi emphasized that both … [Read more...]
The UNRCCA Preventive Diplomacy Academy took part in an Interactive Game about Water Diplomacy
On April 29, the USAID Central Asia's Regional Water and Vulnerable Environment Activity in cooperation with the Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC) and the UNRCCA Preventive Diplomacy Academy (PDA) organized the Nexus simulation game session for the PDA 2024 cohort and PDA Alumni members from Turkmenistan. The NEXUS game offers a unique training tool to … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s Public Services Portal provided about 300,000 services
Launched in November 2019, Turkmenistan's Public Services Portal (e.gov.tm) has become a valuable resource for citizens. Now it has nearly 50,000 registered users and over 300,000 services delivered during the operation of the portal. The portal offers a centralized platform for accessing services from various government agencies, including: • Over 40 online payment … [Read more...]
The delegation of Turkmenistan takes part in the 57th session of the UN Commission on Population and Development
On April 29-30, 2024, the delegation of Turkmenistan, headed by the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Ms. Mahri Bashimova, takes part in the 57th session of the UN Commission on Population and Development. The theme of this session is "Assessing the status of implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and … [Read more...]
UNDP, within the framework of the Aral Project, raises awareness of farmers in the field of sustainable pasture management
Within the framework of the UNDP and Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan project: “Conservation and sustainable management of land resources and high nature value ecosystems in the Aral Sea basin for multiple benefits”, a seminar on “Measures for sustainable management of pasture resources” was held on April 26, 2024. During the seminar, participants … [Read more...]
Dragon Oil and Turkmen Oil and Gas Sector Convene for Safety Conference
Turkmenistan marked World Labor Protection Day, which falls on 28 April 2024, by hosting a two-day conference focused on occupational health, safety, and environmental management. The forum was organized by Dragon Oil (UAE) in collaboration with the State Concern Turkmennebit (Turkmen Oil), according to the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper. Industry leaders and specialists … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Afghanistan are completing the construction of a substation in Herat
The management of the Afghan electric power company Da Breshna Sherkat and the delegation of Turkmenistan recently held a meeting to discuss the early completion of the Herat Nur ul-Jihad substation construction project. During the meeting, Maulavi Abdul Rahman Rahmani, Chief Operating Officer of DABS, provided an update on the progress of the substation construction, … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Proposes Hosting International Bureau of Exhibitions Committee Meeting
On 29 April 2024, Turkmenistan's delegation participated in a recent meeting of the Administrative and Budgetary Committee of the International Bureau of Exhibitions (BIE) held in Paris, France. The delegation included Maksat Chariyev, Turkmenistan's Ambassador to France and Permanent Representative to the BIE, Kemal Amanov, Head of the Department of Exhibitions and Fairs at … [Read more...]
ICIEC and Turkmenistan discuss issues of cooperation in the energy sector
Chairman of the Board of the State Bank for Foreign Economic Affairs of Turkmenistan and Governor of the Islamic Development Bank from Turkmenistan Rahimberdi Jepbarov held talks in Riyadh with the Director of the Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) Oussama Kaissi. The meeting took place on the sidelines of 2024 IsDB Group Annual … [Read more...]
Iranian Chamber Sees Untapped Potential in Trade with Turkmenistan
The trade turnover between Iran and Turkmenistan stands at US $ 450 million. However, bilateral trade between the two neighboring countries has significant potential. This was stated by the President of the Iranian Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (ICCIMA) Samad Hassanzadeh in Tehran at a meeting on Saturday (27 April) with the Chairman of the Chamber of … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Celebrates National Holiday of the Turkmen Horse
Turkmenistan's National Holiday of the Turkmen Horse was celebrated in grand style at the Aba Annayev International Academy of Horse Breeding on Saturday, 27 April 2024. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov attended the festivities, which showcased the nation's equestrian heritage and the prized Akhal-Teke breed. The celebration started with the show featuring young horsemen, … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan met with the President of Tatarstan
On Sunday, 28 April 2024, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with Rais of Tatarstan (Russia) Rustam Minnikhanov in Ashgabat, who arrived in Turkmenistan to participate in events on the occasion of the Akhal-Teke Horse Day. This was reported by the press service of the Rais of Tatarstan. "Leading Tatarstan companies have been successfully operating in … [Read more...]
Минниханов поблагодарил Аркадага Бердымухамедова за поддержку сотрудничества Татарстана и Туркменистана
Раис Татарстана Рустам Минниханов встретился с Национальным лидером туркменского народа, Председателем Халк Маслахаты Туркменистана Гурбангулы Бердымухамедовым. Встреча состоялась в Ашхабаде в рамках празднования Дня ахалтекинского скакуна, сообщает пресс-служба Раиса Татарстана. Рустам Минниханов поздравил Национального лидера от себя лично и от имени Группы … [Read more...]
Minnikhanov thanked Arkadag Berdimuhamedov for supporting cooperation between Tatarstan and Turkmenistan
Today, on 28 April 2024, Rais of Tatarstan (President) Rustam Minnikhanov met with the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. The meeting took place in Ashgabat as part of the celebration of the Akhal-Teke Horse Day, the press service of the Rais of Tatarstan reports. Rustam Minnikhanov congratulated … [Read more...]
Afghanistan and Turkmenistan discussed issues of transport connectivity – a logistics center to be created in Torghundi
Afghanistan’s delegation, led by Minister of Industry and Commerce Nooruddin Azizi, met with a Turkmen delegation headed by Director of the Agency for Transport and Communications Mammetkhan Chakiyev in Kabul on 26 April 2024. The meeting, held in Kabul, focused on strengthening trade and transportation cooperation between the two countries. Leveraging their strategic … [Read more...]
Afghanistan, Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan held a trilateral meeting on transport issues in Kabul
A trilateral meeting was held in Kabul on 26 April 2024 with the participation of delegations from Afghanistan, Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Industry and Commerce of Afghanistan reports. The delegations were headed by: Afghanistan – Minister of Industry and Commerce Nuruddin Azizi Turkmenistan – Director of the Agency for Transport and Communications … [Read more...]
Black Sea-Caspian Sea transport route on table: Romania calls Turkmenistan, Georgia and Azerbaijan for talks
On April 26, 2024, the Romanian Foreign Ministry hosted a meeting between, Turkmenistan Ambassador Annamammet Annaev and the newly appointed Secretary of State of the Romanian Foreign Ministry, Ms.Ana Tinca. At the beginning of the meeting, the parties noted the positive experience of interaction between the two countries. In this context, the following priority areas were … [Read more...]
OSCE seminar discusses investment climate and capital market in Turkmenistan
Innovative experiences in improving investment climate and advancing capital market were presented during an OSCE-organized seminar that took place on 24 and 25 April 2024 in Ashgabat. The OSCE Centre in Ashgabat organized the event to facilitate the exchange of best practices in the attraction of direct foreign and domestic investments and formation of an efficient … [Read more...]
TEIF 2024: Azerbaijani Businesses Eye Investment Opportunities in Turkmenistan
Rifat Sultan-zadeh, Vice Chairman of the Caspian Logistics Solutions (CLS) holding company, expressed keen interest from Azerbaijani private companies in investing in Turkmenistan. During his presentation titled "The future of the Caspian-Black Sea region depends on investments in Turkmenistan" at the sidelines of the International Forum on Attracting Foreign Investment in the … [Read more...]
TEIF 2024: Turkmenistan Showcases Telecom Advancements and Investment Opportunities
Turkmenistan highlighted its progress in digital infrastructure and telecom development at the International Energy Investment Forum (TEIF 2024) held in Paris. Hajymyrat Hudaygulyyev, Chairman of "Turkmenaragatnashyk" [Turkmen communication] Agency announced the successful completion of a $273 million project with the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) to bring high-speed … [Read more...]
TEIF 2024: Turkmenistan Unveils Chemical Industry Expansion Plans
Dovrangeldi Sapbayev, Chairman of the State Concern Turkmenhimiya, presented ambitious plans for Turkmenistan's chemical industry at the International Investment Forum of the Energy Sector of Turkmenistan (TEIF 2024) in Paris. The planned projects target the production of chemicals with strong domestic and international demand: Akhal province: Expansion of the natural … [Read more...]
TEIF 2024: Turkmenistan’s liability to foreign creditors NOT exceed 5% of the country’s GDP – Foreign trade totaled at $ 18.99 billion in 2023
To date, the total Turkmenistan's liability to foreign creditors does not exceed 5% of GDP. This was stated by Chairman of the Board, State Bank for Foreign Economic Affairs of Turkmenistan Rakhimberdy Jepbarov, speaking at the International Forum on Attracting Investments in the Energy Sector of Turkmenistan (TEIF 2024) in Paris. Jepbarov also noted that the … [Read more...]