The Border Management Programme in Central Asia – Phase 10 (BOMCA 10) selected nine actions for the benefit of border communities within its first Call for proposals among Central Asian NGOs, BOMCA reported. In the framework of its first Call for Applications, BOMCA 10 contracted ten NGOs granting the EU funding worth over 300,000 Euro […]
India hosted online SCO summit – Iran became part of the Shanghai family – Kazakhstan assumes SCO chairmanship – The New Delhi Declaration emphasizes: Central Asia is the core of the SCO
nCa Report On Tuesday, 4 July, an online meeting of the SCO Council of Heads of State was held under the chairmanship of Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi. The meeting was attended by President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Zhaparov, President of China Xi Jinping, Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif, […]
Infographic: China-Central Asia economic and trade cooperation achieves tangible results
China’s economic and trade cooperation with the five Central Asian countries has achieved tangible results since the establishment of diplomatic ties more than 30 years ago, Chinese Ministry of Commerce said in a press briefing. China’s trade with the five countries – Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan – increased to $70.2 billion in 2022 […]
Institute of Seismology and Atmospheric Physics of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan – current activities and prospects of international cooperation
The newspaper “Neutral Turkmenistan” (issue for 8 August 2023) published an article by Svetlana Akhmedova, Scientific Secretary of the Institute of Seismology and Atmospheric Physics of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan, which deals with the current projects of the Institute and the prospects for international cooperation of this institution with similar foreign organizations. Here […]
UNDP continues dialogue on the role of the private sector in the development of the national adaptation planning process in Turkmenistan
Ashgabat, 27 February 2023: Within the framework of the project “Development of the National Adaptation Planning Process in Turkmenistan” implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) with the financial support of the Green Climate Fund (GCF), in cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture and Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, a second working meeting was held […]
International Conference on Financial and Investment Support of Water Resources Rational Use Measures Concludes Successfully in Turkmenistan
Photo: © UN RCO in Turkmenistan Ashgabat, 20 June 2023 – The Government of Turkmenistan, in collaboration with the United Nations (UN), hosted a highly successful international conference on “Financial and Investment Support of Water Resources Rational Use Measures.” The event, co-moderated by Mr. Dmitry Shlapachenko, UN Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan, brought together high-level representatives […]
International experts discuss the state of the Caspian seal population
Recently, an international webinar “The state of the Caspian seal population in the present and future” was held in a hybrid format. The event was attended by representatives of research centers and experts on biodiversity of five countries of the Caspian region, including Turkmenistan, the newspaper “Neutral Turkmenistan” reports. During the webinar, the results of […]
UNICEF and Ministry of Health of Turkmenistan are introducing the first digital application for Mother and Child Home Visiting services
March 3, 2023, Ashgabat – Strengthening primary health care and providing quality mother and child health services are among the key health priorities of Turkmenistan. UNICEF and the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry are working together to increase the quality of these services through optimization of home visiting by health professionals. This service has […]
International Horse Breeding Academy Opens in Turkmenistan – the first-ever in the Central Asian region
On 1 September the Day of Knowledge and Student Youth, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov led the opening ceremony of the Aba Annayev International Horse Breeding Academy in Arkadag. The Academy was established on the initiative of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. This is the first […]
International Magazine “Diplomatic World” told about the Turkmen Alabai
“Turkmen Alabai dogs: a symbol of loyalty and strength” – under this heading, an article about Turkmen dogs of the Alabai breed, prepared by the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Belgium, was published in the new issue of the international magazine “Diplomatic World”. The article is rather than just about a dog, it highlights the cultural […]
ПРООН и партнеры содействуют расширению прав и возможностей молодежи для повышения устойчивости к насильственному экстремизму
Ашхабад, 31 марта 2023 г.: ПРООН в Туркменистане вместе с партнерами встретились сегодня в здании ООН для обсуждения достижений, обмена опытом и подведения итогов странового компонента Туркменистана глобального проекта «Усиление устойчивости к насильственному экстремизму в Азии (STRIVE Asia). Совместное партнерство ЕС и ООН», финансируемого Европейским Союзом (ЕС). Страновой компонент глобального проекта Strive Asia, запущенный […]
President of Turkmenistan took part in the Summit of the Non-Aligned Movement Contact Group in response to COVID-19
nCa Report On Thursday, 2 March 2023, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov visited Baku, Azerbaijan, where he took part in the Summit of the Non-Aligned Movement Contact Group in response to COVID-19. The Summit, chaired by Azerbaijan, was attended by heads of state and government of about 70 countries, presidents of 5 countries, including Bosnia and Herzegovina, […]
International seaport of Turkmenbashi offers to store goods free of customs duties
The International seaport of Turkmenbashi, being a new port in the Caspian region, has a number of advantages and services for cargo handling. The favorable location of the country and the growing engagement of Turkmen carriers and logistics companies in international transportation conditions contribute to the daily increase in transit cargo volumes. Some transit cargo […]
Interview at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan with Teri Hakala, Special Representative of the European Union for Central Asia
This is unofficial, slightly paraphrased translation of the text received from the foreign office of Turkmenistan: 1. How do you assess this format of cooperation (Meeting of Special Representatives for Afghanistan in the “CA-EU” format), in particular, your comments on the results of today’s meeting? Teri Hakala: First of all, I want to emphasize that […]
Interview with the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan on the development of Turkmen-Chinese cooperation
In October last year, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, at the request of the Chinese state media, answered questions from Wang Jiu, press officer of the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Turkmenistan. – Hello, dear Chairman of the Halk Maslakhaty of […]
IOM project “Strengthening the legal framework on trafficking in persons in Turkmenistan in the context of youth and women empowerment” presented in Ashgabat
19 June 2023 Ashgabat, 16 June 2023 – The International Organization for Migration (IOM) presented the project titled “Strengthening the legal framework on trafficking in persons in Turkmenistan in the context of youth and women empowerment” to members of the Interdepartmental Working Group charged with the implementation of the National Action Plans of Turkmenistan on […]
President of Turkmenistan and the head of the Russian company Vozrozhdenie discussed ongoing projects and promising areas of cooperation
On Wednesday, 1 March 2023, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Igor Bukato, Head of the Vozrozhdenie Group of Design and Construction Companies. Bukato confirmed his company’s high interest in strengthening productive business ties with Turkmenistan. During the meeting, the businessman informed President Serdar Berdimuhamedov about the ongoing work. Vozrozhdenie has implemented a number of important infrastructure […]
Iran and Turkmenistan discuss cooperation on tackling dust and sand storms
Iran and Turkmenistan intend to cooperate in the fight against dust and sand storms, which have become more frequent in recent years due to climate change. According to Iran Press, on Tuesday Iraj Heshmati, Deputy of Human Environment at Iran’s Department of Environment, had a video meeting with Babaniyazov Charygeldi, the Minister of Environmental Protection […]
Iran declares its gas hub ambitions – partnership with Turkmenistan, Russia and Turkmenistan is in focus
Elvira Kadyrova Iran is developing plans to turn the country into a gas hub of the Middle East through cooperation with Qatar, Russia and Turkmenistan. This was announced on Wednesday by Iranian Oil Minister Javad Owji. “Through cooperation with Russia, Turkmenistan and Qatar, we are trying to have a gas hub in the Asaluyeh [port] […]
Iran is negotiating with Turkmenistan on direct gas imports
Iran is negotiating with Turkmenistan on direct gas supplies, in addition to the gas swap. This was stated by the Director General of the National Gas Company of Iran, according to Iranian media. In an interview with ISNA, Majid Chegani spoke about the prospect of direct gas imports from Turkmenistan. “This issue is in our […]
Iran’s non-oil exports to Turkmenistan through the Lotfabad border crossing posted over 100% growth
The volume of non-oil exports to Turkmenistan through the Lotfabad border crossing (from the Turkmen side – Artyk), Khorasan-Razavi Province, increased by 103% in the first quarter of this year (from 21 March to 21 June according to the Iranian calendar) compared to the same period last year. This is reported by the IRNA news […]
Turkmen Logistika Association and DAI Global LLC signed a MoU
On 1 March, 2023, the Turkmen Logistika Association, which is umbrella organization for transport and logistics companies of Turkmenistan, and Maryland-based company DAI Global LLC signed a Memorandum of Understanding. The key areas of cooperation within the framework of the Memorandum are improving the quality of logistics services, the introduction of modern digital systems in […]
Iraq to Import Turkmen Gas Through Iran in Swap Deal
The delegation of Iraq headed by Deputy Minister of Energy of the country Adil Karim Kak Ahmed and Deputy Minister of Oil Izzat Saber Esmail held talks with the State Concern “Turkmengaz” in Ashgabat on Thursday, 24 August. The purpose of the meeting was to hold consultations on the purchase of Turkmen natural gas by […]
Iraqi government forms committee to deal with gas imports plans from Turkmenistan and Qatar
The Iraqi Ministry of Electricity has confirmed that it has formed a joint committee to discuss importing gas from Qatar and Turkmenistan, Iraqi News reports. The committee includes officials from the Ministry of Oil and the Ministry of Electricity and is aimed to arrange gas imports from Turkmenistan and Qatar. The committee’s delegations will visit […]
IRU and Iranian road transport sector explore key regional opportunities – visited border crossing between Iran and Turkmenistan
To further raise the security and efficiency of regional trade and transit, IRU held workshops and meetings in the Iranian cities of Tehran, Bandar Abbas and Mashhad. IRU also visited the Lotfabad border crossing between Iran and Turkmenistan. IRU member the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (ICCIMA), customs authorities (IRICA), the Iran […]
Turkmenistan received over 130 new taxis from Japanese and South Korean automakers
135 units of world-famous Toyota Corolla and Hyundai Elantra passenger cars were delivered to two regions of Turkmenistan. The cars will be used as taxis to transport passengers in urban area. Thus, the taxi company of the city of Turkmenabat received 85 cars, including 45 cars of the Toyota Corolla brand and 40 – Hyundai […]
Issues of prevention the distribution of drugs in Central Asian region discussed in Ashgabat
On July 5, 2023, the 2nd meeting of the Steering Committee of the Central Asia Drug Action Programme (CADAP) – Phase 7 was held at the “Yyldyz” Hotel in Ashgabat. The meeting was attended by representatives of state institutions-beneficiaries of the Central Asian countries, representatives of the delegation of the European Union in the Central […]
Issues of Strategic Partnership Discussed between Turkmenistan and China
Today, July 31, 2023, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with a delegation of the People’s Republic of China headed by Chen Gang, member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, Secretary of the CPC Committee of Qinghai Province. During the talks, the parties discussed topical aspects of […]
Turkmen Merchant Marine Fleet announces discounts on services between the ports of Turkmenbashi and Baku
Since 1 March 2023 Merchant Marine Fleet of Turkmenistan provides discounts on road freight on Turkmenbashi-Baku (Alat)-Turkmenbashi route. The discounted tariff in one-way trip will be US $ 1,000, and the cost of transportation in both directions will be US $ 1,600. At the moment, JSC “Merchant Marine” Turkmenistan has two ferries of the type […]
It is important to build trust between states, to seek common ground
Askar Shakirov, Vice President of OSCE PA (Kazakhstan) The OSCE holds a unique position in the architecture of Euro-Atlantic and Eurasian security. This is the only forum on security policy that brings together all the countries of Europe, the former Soviet Union, the United States, Canada and Mongolia. The OSCE is an international organization with […]
Baku Shipyard may place its orders at the Turkmen shipyard
On 22-23 February 2023, the management of the Baku Shipyard paid a working visit to Turkmenbashi, the Agency of Maritime and River Transport of Turkmenistan reports. During the visit, the parties discussed opportunities for further expansion of bilateral cooperation in the field of shipbuilding, as well as the exchange of experience. The Azerbaijani delegation visited […]
ITC:WTO membership can boost Central Asia’s integration
With Uzbekistan poised to join the global economy, WTO membership can also be a springboard for regional integration among Central Asian countries. Economic cooperation between Central Asia’s five ‘Stans’ – Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan – could be bolstered if the republics harmonized their trade rules and procedures. This emerged at the Astana International […]
Japan Honors Turkmenistan Karate-Do Federation Honorary Chairman for Promoting Sport
Honorary Chairman of the Karate-do Federation of Turkmenistan Mametnazarov Yashuzak was awarded a Certificate of Honor from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan, the Embassy of Japan in Turkmenistan reports in social networks. The diploma was solemnly presented by the Ambassador of Japan to Ashgabat Hiroyuki Yamamoto at his residence. Mametnazarov first started practicing […]
UNICEF and Ministry of Defense of Turkmenistan trained all national partners on Child Protection in Emergencies
March 1, 2023 – The recent major earthquakes in Turkiye once again showed how vulnerable and fragile human life can be. The number and severity of emergencies are dramatically increasing in the world. Over the past 20 years alone, about 3 million people have died because of natural disasters. Every third of them was a […]
Japanese Painter Michio Komine’s Painting of Akhal-Teke Horse Draws Widespread Attention at International Exhibition
On 10 September, 2023, Japanese painter Michio Komine presented her composition entitled “Turkmenistan” at the opening ceremony of the 55th International Exhibition “Shin-Inten” in Tokyo. The painting depicts an Akhal-Teke horse against the backdrop of the Turkmen flag and blooming meadow. According to the organizers of the International Exhibition, the painting has aroused widespread interest […]
Jewish new year Rosh Ha Shana celebrated in Ashgabat
Ambassador Ismail Khaldi of Israel to Turkmenistan hosted about 33 representatives from the Jewish community in Ashgabat and the Ambassador of UAE H.E. Ahmed Al Hameli to celebrate Jewish new year Rosh Ha Shana. Here is speech of Ambassador Ismail during the event: “Shalom and welcome everyone. It is not official but rather like a […]
Participation of the delegation of Turkmenistan in the meeting of the heads of foreign affairs agencies of the «C5 + 1»
On February 28, 2023, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan R. Meredov participated in the regular meeting of the heads of foreign ministries of the countries of Central Asia and the United States in the «C5 + 1» format in Astana. The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and the […]
Kazakh Humanitarian Law University Receives Invitation to Attend Major Education Conference in Turkmenistan
Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Kazakhstan Batyr Rejepov visited Maqsut Narikbayev Kazakh Humanitarian Law University (KazGUU), where he met with Chairman of the Board of KazGUU Talgat Narikbayev, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Astana reports. During the meeting, the Chairman of the Management Board spoke about the ongoing work on the part of KazGUU to establish […]
Astana hosted a ministerial meeting USA+Central Asia
nCa Report Contents Kazakhstan will continue its multilateral balanced foreign policy USA to add $25 million for Economic Resilience in Central Asia Initiative U.S. investments in Kazakhstan are estimated at $62 billion. Meeting of the Secretary of State Blinken with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov C5+1 Diplomatic Platform On 28 February […]
UNDP and ROCA OHCHR support the Government of Turkmenistan to prepare for the Dialogue with the UN Human Rights Committee
Ashgabat, 22 February 2023: The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Regional Office for Central Asia of the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (ROCA OHCHR) jointly with the government of Turkmenistan held a methodological workshop to prepare the State delegation for the Dialogue with the UN Human Rights Committee at […]
The UN General Assembly by its resolution confirmed the significant role of the UN Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy in Ashgabat
On February 24, 2023, during the 60th plenary meeting of the 77th session of the UN General Assembly, a resolution “The Role of the United Nations Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia” was adopted by the initiative of Turkmenistan on behalf of the countries of Central Asia under agenda item 58 “Peacebuilding and […]
Kazakhstan assumes the chairmanship in the Dialogue of Women of Central Asian Countries in 2023
On Monday, 19 June, Astana hosted a meeting of the Dialogue of Women of Central Asian countries devoted to the ‘The role of women in innovations and technologies development’, organized with the support of the United Nations and the National Commission for Women and Family and Demographic Policy under the President of Kazakhstan, the Majilis […]
Kazakhstan at SCO Summit: President Tokayev urged to remain committed to the formation of a multipolar world with the coordinating role of the UN
President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said at the beginning of his speech at online SCO Summit on 4 July 2023: “In the context of a radical transformation of the global world order, we are witnessing an unprecedented increase in geopolitical tensions, the intensification of trade and sanctions wars and many other modern challenges. It is […]
Kazakhstan Invites Turkmenistan to Regional Conference on Trade Unions’ Role in Tackling Climate Change
On Thursday, 7 September 2023, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Kazakhstan Batyr Rejepov met with the Chairman of the Federation of Trade Unions of Kazakhstan Dauletalin Satybaldy. During the conversation, the parties discussed the prospects for intensifying cooperation between trade union organizations of Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan, and confirmed their mutual willingness for practical steps. Noting […]
The UN reaffirmed the role of the UNRCCA in the sustainable development of Central Asia
On 24 February 2023, the 60th plenary meeting of the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York City, unanimously adopted the Resolution “Role of the United Nations Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia”, initiated by Turkmenistan. “The Government of Turkmenistan consistently provides comprehensive support to the activities of the […]
Kazakhstan is improving the highway to Turkmenistan
Kazakhstan plans to improve a two-kilometer stretch of road in the Mangystau region leading to the border with Turkmenistan. Pedestrian paths with the resting places will be laid on these sites, Kazinform reports with reference to the press service of the administration of the Karakiyansky district of the Mangystau region. In addition, according to the […]
Kazakhstan offers the EAEU to invest in the port infrastructure of Turkmenistan and Iran
Kazakhstan proposes to consider the possibility of joint investments in the construction of infrastructure in the sea and dry ports of Iran and Turkmenistan. This was stated by the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, addressing on Thursday, 25 May at a meeting of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council in Moscow. According to Tokayev, such investments […]
PETRONAS Carigali invites for Vendor Open Day 2023
PETRONAS Carigali (TURKMENISTAN) Sdn Bhd, invites service providers and contractors to Vendor Open Day 2023, dedicated to Engineering & Construction Services as per below dates. Date: 14 March 2023 Venue: PC(T)SB Kiyanly Plant, PETRONAS Kiyanly Asset Time: 08:00 – 12:00
Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan discuss cross-border cooperation on biodiversity conservation
Representatives of the Ministry of Natural Resources of Uzbekistan, the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan gathered in Nukus (Karakalpakstan) to discuss issues of cooperation on biodiversity conservation on the Ustyurt plateau, the Ministry of Natural Resources of Uzbekistan reported. The Ustyurt Plateau is […]
UNDP and the Government of Turkmenistan expand cooperation in digital transformation
Today the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and “Turkmenaragatnashyk” Agency under the Agency for Transport and Communications of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan signed a new project “Assistance in the implementation of a pilot system of interdepartmental electronic information exchange in Turkmenistan”. “UNDP is proud to become the partner of choice in promoting digital […]