A stand of Turkmenistan was placed at the “Pictures of Young Generations” event organized by the Japan-Eurasia Society, which was held at the National Art Center in Tokyo from January 25 to February 5, 2024. In the framework of this event, an exhibition of drawings of the country's school students was organized, dedicated to the motto of 2024 “Fount of Wisdom Magtymguly … [Read more...]
UAE Ambassador congratulates people of Turkmenistan on International Day of Human Fraternity
Ambassador of UAE to Turkmenistan Ahmed Al-Hameli delivered a speech on occasion of International Day of Human Fraternity. Here is the full text of the speech: Your Excellency Serdar Berdimuhamedov, the President of Turkmenistan, Your Excellency Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, National Leader of Turkmen people, Chairman of Halk Maslahkaty of Turkmenistan, Brotherly people … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Delivers 2,000 Tons of Liquefied Gas to Kyrgyzstan as Humanitarian Aid
On February 5, 2024, a shipment of 2,000 tons of liquefied gas (57 tank wagons) arrived at the Shopokov railway station in Kyrgyzstan. This humanitarian aid, sent upon the initiative of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, was provided free of charge by Turkmenistan in response to the recent accident at the Bishkek CHP plant. Representatives from the Kyrgyz Ministry of Energy, … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan submitted a report to the UN Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women
On 2 February 2024, the UN Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women considered Turkmenistan's sixth periodic report on the implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The sixth periodic report of Turkmenistan (CEDAW/C/TKM/6) is available here: … [Read more...]
Afghanistan Eyes Balanced Trade with Central Asia
In 2023, Afghanistan imported about $1.4 billion worth of goods from Central Asian countries, while the country exported goods worth $100 million, TOLOnews reports, citing the Afghan Ministry of Industry and Trade. According to the ministry's spokesman Akhundzada Abdul Salam Javad, the country's main exports to Central Asia are fresh fruits, dried fruits, while attempts are … [Read more...]
Private company constructs new International Airport in Western Turkmenistan
Private company Gündogdy is making progress on building a new international airport near the village of Jebel in Balkanabat, administrative center of Balkan province, according to "Neutral Turkmenistan" newspaper. Designed to handle 100 passengers per hour, the airport will encompass vital infrastructure, including navigational facilities, engineering and communication … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan intends to strengthen cooperation with the European Investment Bank
During a Cabinet of Ministers’ meeting last Friday (2 Feb), Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov outlined efforts to bolster cooperation between Turkmenistan and the European Investment Bank (EIB). During the October 2023 EU-Central Asia meeting in Luxembourg, opportunities for EIB collaboration were explored with high-level EU officials. This topic was … [Read more...]
Fitch Affirms Turkmenistan at ‘B+’ with Outlook Positive
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Turkmenistan's Long-Term Foreign-Currency (LTFC) Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at 'B+' with a Positive Outlook. Here is a summary of the report: KEY RATING DRIVERS Fundamental Rating Strengths and Weaknesses: The rating is supported by Turkmenistan's extremely strong sovereign balance sheet, with the highest sovereign net foreign assets (SNFA)/GDP … [Read more...]
Turkmen Embassy in Korea Honors Book of the President “Youth is the Support of the Motherland” and Year of Magtymguly Fragi
On 3 February 2024, a meeting dedicated to the declaration of 2024 as the Year of "Fount of Wisdom of Magtymguly Fragi", as well as the presentation of the first book of the President of Turkmenistan His Excellency Mr. Serdar Berdimuhamedov titled "Youth is the support of the Motherland" was held at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Republic of Korea (Seoul). Turkmen … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Offers Humanitarian Aid to Kyrgyzstan After Bishkek Power Plant Accident
Turkmenistan will provide liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Kyrgyzstan as humanitarian assistance following the accident at the Bishkek Combined Heat and Power (CHP) plant. The corresponding instruction was given by the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. This was announced by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov to his Kyrgyz counterpart … [Read more...]
Powering Progress: CNPC’s Amu Darya Project Fuels 500 Million Lives
CNPC’s work in Turkmenistan began with oil and gas investments and engineering services in oil and gas fields in 2002. As a result of joint co-operation, a Production Sharing Agreement on the Bagtyyarlyk contractual area and a Contract on the purchase and sale of natural gas between Turkmengaz and CNPC were signed in 2007. In August of the same year, the Amuderya River Right … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Regions Embrace Cutting-Edge Heart Care: Endovascular Surgery Expands
Turkmen doctors in regional hospitals are mastering cutting-edge endovascular surgery, bringing advanced heart care closer to patients. This progress is fueled by active international cooperation and growing expertise within the healthcare system. A recent breakthrough at the Mary Regional Multidisciplinary Hospital's endovascular surgery department showcases this … [Read more...]
The Strategic Plan of the Office of the Ombudsman of Turkmenistan for 2024-2028 published
The Office of the Ombudsman of Turkmenistan took a significant step forward with the publication of its Strategic Plan for 2024-2028. Approved on 24 January 2024, this multi-year plan outlines a roadmap for promoting and safeguarding human rights across the country. The plan identifies four high-level priority areas. Three of them are aimed at external activities, and … [Read more...]
Turkmenabad Eyes Hosting Next Uzbekistan-Turkmenistan Business Forum
Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan are exploring the possibility of hosting the next interregional business forum in Turkmenabad, according to a recent meeting between Ambassador Akmaljon Kochkarov of Uzbekistan to Turkmenistan and Lebap province governor Shohrat Amangeldiyev, UzReport reports. Discussions focused on strengthening trade and economic ties between the bordering … [Read more...]
Ambassador of Turkmenistan Presents Credentials To Sri Lanka
On 1 February 2024, Ambassador of Turkmenistan Shalar Geldynazarov (with residence in New Delhi, India) presented hist credentials as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Sri Lanka to H.E. Ranil Wickremesinghe, President of Sri Lanka. The ceremony was held at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo. ///nCa, 2 February 2024 (photo credit - MFA … [Read more...]
Foreign ministers of Turkmenistan and Türkiye had a telephone conversation
On 1 February 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held a telephone conversation with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye Hakan Fidan, during which an exchange of views took place on a number of topical issues of Turkmen-Turkish cooperation, MFA Turkmenistan reported. The parties discussed the progress of implementation … [Read more...]
Winter Wonderland – Bird Population Soars on Turkmen Coast of Caspian Sea
An international ornithological expedition in Turkmenistan has recorded a remarkable 200,000 wintering birds on the Caspian Sea coast, marking a significant increase from the previous year's 150,000. This exciting news comes from the "Ramsar-2024" expedition, conducted within the Ramsar Convention's annual waterfowl and near-water bird count. Recently, a round table meeting … [Read more...]
Russian Railways Eyes Turkmenbashi Port for Afghanistan and Iran Exports
Representatives of Russian Railways Logistics (RZD Logistika) recently visited the Turkmenbashi International Seaport, exploring new routes for exporting goods to Afghanistan and Iran, according to the report from the State Service of Maritime and River Transport of Turkmenistan. The visiting delegation was briefed on the port's infrastructure and offerings, including … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan Modernizes Customs Posts on the Border with Turkmenistan, China and Uzbekistan
The Government of Kazakhstan is launching a full-scale modernization of checkpoints on the border with China, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan. This was announced by Vice Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerzhan Birzhanov during a press conference at the Central Communications Service under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan. These measures are being … [Read more...]
BOTAŞ is ready to support the supply of Turkmen gas to Türkiye and world markets
The Turkish state oil and gas company BOTAŞ is ready to support the export of Turkmen gas to the Turkish market and beyond. The statement came during the meeting of the delegation of representatives of the state concerns Turkmengaz and Turkmennebit (Turkmen oil) with the leadership of BOTAŞ company in Ankara, 29 January 2024. Officials of Turkmengaz and Turkmennebit met … [Read more...]
UNDP hands over Mobile PCR lab to Health Care Ministry of Turkmenistan
UNDP has handed over a modern Mobile PCR laboratory to the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan within the project "COVID-19 response in Turkmenistan", funded by the World Bank. The mobile laboratory is intended for rapid response and infection control teams of the Sanitary and Epidemiological Service (SES) of the MoHMI. The delivered mobile diagnostic … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Ambassador Discusses Media Cooperation with The Korea Times President
On 31 January 2024, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Korea, Begench Durdyyev, held a meeting with Mr. Oh Young-jin, President and Publisher of "The Korea Times" newspaper. The discussion focused on fostering further cooperation between Turkmenistan and South Korea, with a particular emphasis on strengthening ties in the media landscape. Ambassador Durdyyev … [Read more...]
(UPDATED) Russian Railways Delegation Discusses Cooperation with Turkmenistan
A delegation from Russian Railways (RZD), led by Deputy General Director Sergey Pavlov, pays a visit to Turkmenistan to explore collaboration opportunities in the railway sector. The visit focused on potential projects and initiatives that could strengthen bilateral ties and boost the efficiency of regional transportation networks. During their meetings with Chairman of … [Read more...]
Central Asian SMEs are embracing sustainability – Success Stories from Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan
Bilguun Batsukh Known for their picturesque natural beauty and breath-taking mountains, the lands of Central Asia are especially vulnerable to climate change due to their high altitude and dependency on extractive industries. The EBRD and donors invest comprehensively in Green Economy Transformation in Central Asia, from facilitating policy dialogue, developing legislative … [Read more...]
Turkmen Fashion in Paris
On 21 January 2024, in the historic halls of the Shangri-La Paris Hotel in Paris, Turkmenistan became the guest of honor of the Oriental Fashion Show dedicated to the Haute Couture Week. Of the 11 invited designers, four designers from Ashgabat graced the podium, each showcasing their unique vision while drawing inspiration from the traditions of Turkmen textiles. They were … [Read more...]
Ashgabat opens New Turkmen-German Comparative Law Resource Center
On Tuesday, 30 January 2024, the Institute of State, Law and Democracy of Turkmenistan hosted the opening ceremony of a new resource center dedicated to Turkmen-German comparative law, TDH reports. High-profile attendees included representatives from the German Embassy in Turkmenistan, the GIZ Regional Program "Promotion of Legal Statehood in Central Asia," relevant national … [Read more...]
Book by the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov “Youth is the support of the Motherland” presented in Bucharest
On 29 January 2024, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Romania organized a presentation of the book by the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov “Youth is the support of the Motherland” and in honor of declaring 2024 in Turkmenistan as the year “The Fount of the Mind of Magtymguly Fragi”, a literary meeting was held. The event was attended by representatives of the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Korea to Strengthen Media Ties
On 30 January 2024 the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Republic of Korea hosted a fruitful meeting with Mr. Choi Jin-young, CEO of The Korea Herald, and renowned journalist Sanjay Kumar. During the meeting, the sides discussed issues of cooperation between Turkmenistan and the Republic of Korea in the field of mass media, including possibilities of further cooperation in … [Read more...]
Malaysian Petronas and the leadership of the fuel and energy complex of Turkmenistan discuss further development of partnership
These days, representatives of the Malaysian oil and gas company Petronas are on a business visit to Turkmenistan, the newspaper Turkmenistan writes. The members of the delegation, headed by the Vice President for International Assets of Petronas, met with the State Minister, the chairman of the state concern Turkmengaz and concern’s construction sector specialists. At the … [Read more...]
Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress of China visited Turkmenistan
On January 29, 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov had a meeting with Chinese delegation led by the Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC) Hao Mingjing, Turkmen Foreign Ministry reports. During the meeting, the parties discussed a wide range of issues of bilateral interaction, and an integrated approach … [Read more...]
Strengthening Cross-Border Collaboration: Passenger and Cargo Border Team enhances subregional practical data exchange between Port Control Units of Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan through UNODC-WCO Global Container Control Programme
The pre-arrival information exchange on shipments is crucial to early profiling and identifying high-risk consignments prior to their arrival to the Customs posts and is amongst key priority areas of the CCP strategic approach. In the light of the above, the respective pilot component on establishing the mechanism of direct pre-arrival data exchange on high-risk consignments … [Read more...]
About the nature of the north of Turkmenistan – Kaplankyr State Nature Reserve celebrates its 45th anniversary
Arazmyrat Amanov, Head of the Scientific Department of the Kaplankyr Reserve of the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan In 1979, the Kaplankyr State Nature Reserve, run by the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, was established to protect and restore the number of gazelles, honeyeaters, and Ustyurt mountain sheep. This year, 2024, the reserve … [Read more...]
Armenia is ready to open a Trading House of Turkmenistan
On 29 January 2024, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Armenia Muhametgeldi Ayazov met with the Vice-President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Republic of Armenia Karen Ivanov. During the meeting, issues of increasing the trade and economic potential of the two countries and increasing trade turnover were discussed, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Armenia … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Japan Deepen Scientific and Educational Ties
During a recent visit to Tokyo, representatives of Turkmenistan, led by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov, held a series of meetings and negotiations on a wide range of Turkmen-Japanese relations. The issues of strengthening partnership in the scientific and educational sphere were also included in the agenda of the visit, writes newspaper “Neutral … [Read more...]
European and international financial institutions announce €10 billion commitment to support sustainable connectivity in Central Asia
The Global Gateway Investors Forum for EU-Central Asia Transport Connectivity started today (29 January 2024) in Brussels. The event brings together government officials, financing institutions, businesses and civil society from Europe, all five Central Asian countries, and beyond. European Commission Executive Vice President Valdis Dombrovskis announced that European and … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s accession to the Convention on the Facilitation of International Maritime Traffic to advance the implementation of the Single Window system
At a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers on Friday, 26 January, Director General of the Agency for Transport and Communications under the Cabinet of Ministers Mammetkhan Chakiyev reported that Turkmenistan is implementing measures to join the Convention on the Facilitation of International Maritime Traffic of the International Maritime Organization (IMO). This move reflects … [Read more...]
Goetzpartners, German Consulting Company, to Help Build Medical Cluster in Turkmenistan
On Saturday, 27 January, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Vladimir Mathias, Managing Director of Goetzpartners Emerging Markets GmbH, and Hans Gerd Prodoehl, senior consultant of this company. Goetzpartners Emerging Markets GmbH has won an international tender for the provision of … [Read more...]
UAE and Turkmenistan explore prospects for Sustainable Water Solutions cooperation
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Turkmenistan are actively engaged in a dialogue on developing sustainable water solutions. This collaboration is crucial for both countries, as they face similar challenges in managing water resources in arid regions. Ahmed Al-Shamsi, Chief Managing Director of Sustainable Water Solutions (Abu Dhabi), recently visited Ashgabat. During his … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Joins Regional Efforts to Expand Trans-Caspian Trade Route
Representatives from Turkmenistan, alongside officials from other Central Asian nations and international organizations, gathered in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, on 25-26 January 2024, for the third meeting on expanding the Trans-Caspian Trade Route (TCTR). The Turkmen Logistics Association, Transport and Logistics Center of Turkmenistan (TULM), and several transport and logistics … [Read more...]
Italy Proposes Aral Sea Restoration Project to Central Asia
An Italian engineering company has unveiled a project to revive the Aral Sea basin, offering hope for environmental recovery in Central Asia where the sea's shrinkage stands as a major crisis. President Roberto Mantovanelli and CEO Errico Stravato of SOGESID presented the initiative to ambassadors of Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan at the Ministry for … [Read more...]
Ambassador Ahmet Demirok shared insights into Turkmen-Turkish Relations at a Press-Conference
On 25 January 2024, Ambassador Ahmet Demirok of Türkiye to Turkmenistan hosted a press conference in his residence in Ashgabat. The press conference brought together the representatives of Embassy’s staff, foreign media accredited in Turkmenistan and representatives from Turkmenistan’s major news outlets. Ambassador Demirok delivered comprehensive and insightful speech, … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan voiced its priorities during High-Level Briefing to Member States on UN Office of Counter-Terrorism’s projects in Central Asia
On January 23, 2024, a High-Level Briefing to Member States on UN Office of Counter-Terrorism's projects in Central Asia was organized at the UN headquarters. The briefing was attended by Under-Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) Vladimir Voronkov, Executive Director of the Executive Directorate of the UN Counter-terrorism … [Read more...]
The outcome document of the International Forum entitled “Dialogue is a guarantee of peace” was published in 6 languages as a document of the 78th session of the UN General Assembly
The outcome document of the International Forum entitled “Dialogue is a guarantee of peace”, which was held in Ashgabat on 11 December 2023, was published and distributed in the six official languages of the UN as an official document of the 78th session of the General Assembly. The full text of the document can be found at the following … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s Lab Upgrade under UNDP project enhances National Healthcare
Within the implementation of a laboratory project funded by the Government of Turkmenistan and implemented by UNDP, 19 clinical laboratories in the Mary velayat have been equipped with modern laboratory equipment for blood general, biochemistry and coagulation analysis, urine analysis, microscopy, and others. Additionally, the project has supplied clinical reagents, lab … [Read more...]
Ambassador of Turkmenistan held meetings in Budapest to strengthen Bilateral Ties
On January 22, 2024, Hemra Amannazarov, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Hungary (with residence in Vienna), engaged in a series of fruitful meetings in Budapest with prominent Hungarian officials in a significant step towards bolstering bilateral relations. During his meeting with Mr. Ádám Stifter, Deputy State Secretary for Eastern Relations at the Ministry of Foreign … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Italy discuss investments in the creation of transport infrastructure
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Italy Toyly Komekov met with the Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Transport of Italy Edoardo Rixi, who was accompanied by the President of RFI (FS Group), Dario Lo Bosco, and the CEO Gianpiero Strisciuglio. During the meeting, the possibilities of cooperation between the two countries in the design and implementation of infrastructure … [Read more...]
Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan met with the State Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan
On 23 January 2024, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov, who was on an official visit to Tokyo, met with State Minister of Foreign Affairs Yoshifumi Tsuge. At the beginning of the meeting, Minister of State Tsuge expressed gratitude for the message of condolences received from the Government of Turkmenistan in connection with … [Read more...]
Turkmen–Japanese meetings in the transport and communication sector explored prospects for cooperation in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence
On 23 January 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with the Minister of Digital Affairs of Japan Taro Kono. During the meeting, issues of cooperation in the field of digital infrastructure, digitalization of the economy, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, the Internet, personnel training and updating the legislative framework were … [Read more...]
Turkmen and Japanese lawmakers to exchange visits
Turkmenistan and Japan are set to strengthen their parliamentary ties through reciprocal visits of Speaker of Turkmen Parliament and Japanese Lawmakers in the first half of 2024. This agreement was reached during a meeting in Tokyo on 22 January 2024, between Turkmen Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov and a delegation of Japanese lawmakers led by Toshiaki Endo, Chairman of the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan is an important partner for Japan in terms of both the natural resource business and decarbonization
In a meeting today, Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov of Turkmenistan and Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa of Japan reaffirmed the importance of their bilateral relationship, highlighting areas of mutually beneficial cooperation like natural resources, decarbonization, and economic development. The two ministers agreed that frequent high-level engagement is crucial for fostering … [Read more...]