The current state and prospects of joint work within the human dimension of the OSCE were discussed at the meeting of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov with the OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities Kairat Abdrakhmanov, on Tuesday, 13 June, the foreign ministry of Turkmenistan said. Meredov stressed that in recent years Turkmenistan's … [Read more...]
Dunyagozel Gulmanova is youngest head of parliament in the world. Her election shows some vital changes in political landscape of Turkmenistan
nCa Analysis The newly formed parliament of Turkmenistan met for its inaugural session on 6 April 2023. The house unanimously elected Ms. Dunyagozel Gulmanova, an MP from Ashgabat, as the chairperson (speaker) of the parliament. At 34, she is currently the youngest head of a national parliament in the world. Moreover, she is the youngest-ever female head of a national … [Read more...]
The priority positions of Turkmenistan on water issues were stated at the UN Water Conference 2023
On March 22-24 the United Nations Conference on the Midterm Comprehensive Review of the Implementation of the Objectives of the International Decade for Action “Water for Sustainable Development”, 2018–2028, was held at the UN Headquarters in New York. The Conference was attended by 7 heads of state and government, vice presidents, deputy prime ministers and more than 70 … [Read more...]
Akim Mogaji is conducting UNICEF workshop on Digital Multiplatform Storytelling in Ashgabat
Tariq Saeedi Akim Mogaji is well known among the media professionals and media students, and to great extent the general public, around the world. He is a man with many hats – a walk-in closet would not have enough space to put all of his hats in a neat order. He has done almost everything that the people in the media and showbiz dream of doing – and more. He is in … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and the UN reaffirm path towards further strengthening of cooperation
On June 6, 2023, the meeting of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov with the heads of UN agencies in Turkmenistan and regional agencies of this Organization was held via videoconference. The meeting was attended by the Regional Director of the United Nations Development Coordination Office (UNDCO) for Europe and Central Asia G. Joep-Son, Director … [Read more...]
Eco Village at Altyn Asyr Lake of Turkmenistan is being developed by Chalyk Energy of Turkiye
The Turkish company Chalyk Energy (Çalık Enerji) is developing a state-of-the-art Eco Village at the Altyn Asyr Lake of Turkmenistan. Altyn Asyr (also spelled Altin Asir) is one of the largest manmade lakes in the world. A massive cluster of main, secondary, and tertiary channels collects the agricultural wastewater and rain catchment water from all of the provinces of … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and UN ESCAP engaged in sustainable transport, energy mobility, and implementing the resolution on the UN Special Programme for the Aral Sea basin
On July 12, 2023, Ambassador Aksoltan Ataeva, Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan to the UN, met with Ms. Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana, UN Under-Secretary-General, Executive Secretary of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP). The productive exchange of views focused on cooperation in transport, energy, climate change, disaster risk reduction, … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan to Ink New Gas Supply Deal
Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan have agreed to conclude a new contract on the supply of Turkmen natural gas to Uzbekistan. A corresponding agreement was reached in Ashgabat at a meeting between the Deputy Prime Minister of Turkmenistan Batyr Amanov, who oversees the fuel and energy complex, and the Minister of Energy of Uzbekistan Zhurabek Mirzamakhmudov. During the talks held … [Read more...]
Ambassador of France presented copies of his credentials to Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan
On June 15, 2023, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with the newly appointed Ambassador of the French Republic to Turkmenistan, Philippe Merlin, who presented copies of his credentials. R.Meredov congratulated the Ambassador on his appointment to a responsible post and expressed the readiness of the Turkmen side to provide assistance and … [Read more...]
Energy is a promising area of cooperation between Turkmenistan and Moldova
Moldova and Turkmenistan are interested in intensifying trade and economic cooperation and cooperation in the energy sector. This was stated during the meeting of the Secretary of State of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration of Moldova Ruslan Bolbochan with the new Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Moldova with residence in Kiev Toyli Atayev, the Moldovan news … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan appoints ambassador to Uzbekistan
According to a presidential decree signed on 31 July 2023, Turkmenistan has appointed Shadurdy Meredov as ambassador to Uzbekistan. He was previously working as the ambassador of Turkmenistan to Kyrgyzstan. /// nCa, 1 August 2023 #Turkmenistan, #Uzbekistan, #ambassador, #Shadurdy_Meredov, … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan attaches great importance to strengthening dialogue with the EU, says President Sedar Berdimuhamedov
On 18 September 2023, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with President of the European Union Charles Michel in New York. President Berdimuhamedov noted that Turkmenistan attaches great importance to strengthening friendly ties and constructive dialogue with the EU, which is expanding every year and covering new areas of cooperation. He emphasized … [Read more...]
Ambassador of Turkmenistan to China: the format of cooperation “China – Central Asia” promotes the rapprochement of peoples, supports peace and stability in the region
On 18-19 May the first China–Central Asia summit will be held in Xi'an, the administrative center of Shaanxi Province, which will become a new starting point for further successful cooperation between China and Turkmenistan in addressing urgent regional and global tasks, jointly achieving sustainable development goals, ensuring lasting peace, stability and security in the … [Read more...]
EU High Level officials are on visit to Turkmenistan
EU Special Representative for Human Rights Eamon Gilmore and EU Special Representative for Central Asia at EEAS Terhi Hakala are visiting Turkmenistan on 20-21 April 2023, EU Delegation in Turkmenistan reports. According to tweets of the EU officials, they have already met with newly elected Speaker of the Mejlis (Parliament) Dunyagozel Gulmanova. The sides discussed planned … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan attaches great importance to the conservation of Caspian biodiversity
On 21-30 June, 2023, the 32nd session of the UNESCO Assembly of the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) was held at UNESCO headquarters in Paris, and on the eve of the Assembly on 20 June 2023, the 56th session of the IOC Executive Council took place, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in France reports. The events was attended by a delegation of Turkmenistan … [Read more...]
EU-funded Programme contributes to strengthening capacities to investigate cross-border crimes in Turkmenistan
From 17 to 19 April, the EU-funded Border Management Programme in Central Asia (BOMCA 10) held a workshop in Ashgabat for investigators and crime intelligence officers specialised in investigations of cross-border crimes such as trafficking and smuggling of drugs. This activity enhanced the capacity and capabilities of law enforcement personnel of Turkmenistan in tackling … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan attended UNESCO General Conference Extraordinary Session – USA returns to the agency
On 29 to 30 of June 2023, 5th extraordinary session of the General Conference of UNESCO was held in Paris at Organizations's Headquarters, Embassy of Turkmenistan to France reports. Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to the French Republic, Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan to UNESCO Mr. Maksat Chariev represented Turkmenistan at this … [Read more...]
EU-funded programme enhances capacity of criminal intelligence officers in Turkmenistan
From April 03 to 05, the EU-funded Border Management Programme in Central Asia (BOMCA 10) held a national workshop in Ashgabat for crime intelligence officers in Turkmenistan. The workshop aimed at deepening the knowledge of criminal intelligence officers and to enhance awareness on criminal intelligence investigation methods, specifically for the staff of the Ministry of … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan celebrates International Children’s Day – 17,000 young children in Turkmenistan covered by the early development program – almost all children protected from 14 vaccine-controlled diseases
Today, on 1 June, Turkmenistan celebrates the International Children's Day. In his congratulatory message to the people of Turkmenistan , President Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted: "The state attaches special importance to supporting the family and motherhood, stimulating the birth rate. The adoption of laws in the field of legal protection of the rights and interests of mothers … [Read more...]
European archaeologists will continue excavations on the territory of ancient Margush this fall
A team of archaeologists from the International Association of Mediterranean and Oriental Studies (Rome), the Free University of Berlin and the Bologna University will continue excavations this autumn on the territory of ancient Margush - in the Togolok-1 complex. This is reported by the portal of the archaeological project "Togolok-1" (TAP) … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Celebrates Three Decades of Cooperation with UNESCO
On 17 August 2023, Turkmenistan will celebrate the 30th anniversary of its membership in UNESCO. Here is a brief version of the article by Chinar Rustemova, Executive Secretary of the National Commission of Turkmenistan for UNESCO, published in the newspaper "Neutral Turkmenistan" (issue for 16 Aug 2023) Being a member of UNESCO, Turkmenistan has established itself over … [Read more...]
Expert Club of North-South Transport Corridor is working on opening branches in Turkmenistan and other Central Asian countries
The Caspian International Integration Club "North-South" is an expert and coordination platform for the promotion of the International North–South Transport Corridor (INSTC), may open its representative offices in Turkmenistan and other Central Asian countries. The statement came from the chairman of the Club Ramazan Abdulatipov at the opening ceremony of the Club's branch in … [Read more...]
Applications for the UK Government’s Chevening Scholarships open 12 September 2023
Applications for Chevening Scholarships to study in the UK are open from 12 September to 7 November 2023. Applications are to be submitted via the online application form at http://chevening.org/apply Chevening Scholarships are awarded to individuals from all backgrounds who can demonstrate that they have the commitment and skills required to become future leaders, and can … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan-WTO cooperation discussed at the Foreign Ministry
On May 29, 2023, the Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Vepa Hajivev held talks with the Director of the Department for WTO Accession Division Ms.Maika Oshikawa, who is on a working visit to Ashgabat. During the meeting, the parties discussed topical issues of enhancing cooperation concerning the process of Turkmenistan's accession to the WTO. In this … [Read more...]
First Chinese Lu Ban Workshop will open in Turkmenistan
An online meeting was held at the Yagshygeldi Kakayev International Oil and Gas University with the participation of representatives of the Turkmen branch of the Chinese National Oil and Gas Corporation (CNPC) "International Ltd", as well as two Chinese universities - Hebei Petroleum Vocational Technical University and Xi'an Petroleum University, the Neutral Turkmenistan … [Read more...]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov Addressed Youth on Day of Knowledge
On 1 September 2023 – the day of the beginning of the new academic year - in the city of Arkadag, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov gave a general lesson on the occasion of the Day of Knowledge and Student Youth. The event brought together representatives of public organizations, young professionals from various … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan, Cambodia Eye Closer Cooperation with High-Level Visits
Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Kingdom of Cambodia (with residence in Kuala Lumpur) Muhammetniyaz Mashalov met with State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of the Kingdom of Cambodia Tuot Panha on 15 August 2023 to discuss bilateral cooperation, says Embassy of Turkmenistan to Malaysia. The sides discussed issues of cooperation in political and … [Read more...]
First day of Turkmenistan’s energy forum in Dubai ends in positive vibes – Industry leaders upbeat on faster greening of hydrocarbon sector
The first day of the two-day forum on Turkmenistan’s energy sector, being held in Dubai, concluded on the evening of 26 April 2023. The pace and direction set by the plenary session continued in the three thematic sessions. Among the many new things that brought the aura of freshness to this event was the total awareness among the industry leaders about the sentiment near … [Read more...]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov and Governor of St.Petersburg Discuss Ways to Strengthen Turkmen-Russian Cultural Ties
Cooperation between St. Petersburg and Turkmenistan has reached a high and trusting level, said Governor Alexander Beglov during the meeting with the national leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, the press service of the administration of St. Petersburg reports. The meeting took place today, on 11 September, … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan, Cambodia Eye Tourism Partnership
Turkmenistan is interested in strengthening cooperation with Cambodia in the field of tourism, especially in establishing direct flights to Siem Reap Province, a key tourist destination in ASEAN, the Cambodian AKP news agency reports. This intention was announced by the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Cambodia (with residence in Kuala Lumpur) Muhammedniyaz Mashalov during his … [Read more...]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Palestine discussed issues of bilateral relations
On Thursday, 24 August 2023, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Riyadh al-Maliki, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of Palestine, TDH reports. At the beginning of the meeting, Al-Maliki conveyed to Arkadag Berdimuhamedov an invitation from President Mahmoud Abbas to pay a … [Read more...]
FMs of Russia and Central Asian countries will meet in Samarkand next week
On 14 April 2023, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will take part in the sixth meeting of the foreign ministers of Russia and Central Asia – Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan – to be held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, the Russian Foreign Ministry reports. The event will discuss promising areas of six-party cooperation in the … [Read more...]
Alabay Turkmen sheepdogs are on voluntary guard duty at this fishing spot
Raviliya Kadyrova and Tamir Shakirov The Turkmen sheepdog Alabay is not only faithful; it is also among the most intelligent dogs in the known breeds. It is fearless, always fearless. There are known cases where an Alabay confronted and defeated wolves and even leopards. There is a video circulating on the Internet where an Alabay attacked a giant brown bear and forced it … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan, S.Korea explore ways to enhance cooperation in banking sector
On 12 September 2023, an online meeting between the representatives of the Central Bank of Turkmenistan and the representatives of the Korean Federation of Banks was held, Embassy of Turkmenistan to Korea reports. During the meeting, the sides discussed the current state of bilateral cooperation between two countries in the banking sphere. It was emphasized that the banks … [Read more...]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov and Valentina Matvienko held telephone talks
On Thursday, 29 June, a telephone conversation took place between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and Chairman of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of Russia Valentina Matvienko. Matvienko congratulated Berdymukhamedov on his birthday and the commissioning of the first stage of … [Read more...]
Foreign Ministry of Turkmenistan hosted a meeting with EU Special Rep for Central Asia
On April 20, 2023, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov had a meeting with a delegation led by the Special Representative of the European Union for Central Asia Ambassador Terhi Hakala, Foreign Ministry of Turkmenistan said in a press release. During the meeting, a wide range of issues was discussed on the current bilateral agenda, as well as on the … [Read more...]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov awarded the highest award of the heads of Central Asian states – “Badge of Honor”
At the end of the Consultative Meeting of the heads of Central Asian states in Dushanbe, a solemn ceremony was held to award the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov with the Badge of Honor of the heads of Central Asian states. He is in Dushanbe on a working visit at the invitation of the Tajikistan … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan: “For every child, every right”: The Office of the Ombudsman, the Ministry of Education, UNICEF, and OHCHR continue to raise awareness on children rights in summer camps
This is the third year of the joint initiative of the Office of the Ombudsman of Turkmenistan, the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan, UNICEF, and the Office of the UN High Commissioner on Human Rights Regional Office for Central Asia (OHCHR ROCA) in raising awareness among children from all over the country about human rights, child rights, and the rights of people with … [Read more...]
Russia wants to create a Caspian roundabout with Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan
Russia intends to discuss the construction of a highway bypassing the Caspian Sea with Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan at the 'Russia - Islamic World: KazanForum forum' in May and possibly a deal will be inked following the talks, told Marat Khusnullin, Russian Deputy Prime Minister to RIA Novosti. The construction of a highway along the eastern coast of the Caspian Sea was … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan: East Cheleken Oil and Gas Production Soars
At the beginning of last year at the East Cheleken field on the Caspian coast of Turkmenistan, the first directional evaluation well was drilled. Currently, the daily crude production from this well, located in the shallow part of the Caspian Sea, reaches 10-12 tons per day, the newspaper "Turkmenistan" writes. The directional drilling is not only economically … [Read more...]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov awarded the Order of TURKSOY and the medal of the Union of Engineers and Architects of the Turkic World
On Wednesday, 28 June, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov was awarded the highest award of the International Organization of Turkic Culture "The Order of TURKSOY" and the medal "For Outstanding Services to the Turkic world" of the Union of Engineers and Architects of the Turkic World. The ceremony was attended … [Read more...]
Gains in hydrocarbon production and exports spurred Turkmenistan’s economic recovery in 2022 – ADB says
Gains in hydrocarbon production and exports spurred economic recovery of Turkmenistan in 2022. Inflation remained in double digits, and the current account registered a large surplus. Growth will increase slightly in 2023 and moderate in 2024, says ADB’s flagship report’s April release - Asian Development Outlook (ADO). Here are some excerpts from Asian Development Outlook … [Read more...]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov calls for stronger ties between Russian and Turkmen horse breeders
On Friday, 1 September, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with the President of the Eurasian Equestrian Association Marina Sechina. Sechina stressed that it is a great honor for her to present an Honorary Certificate of the Eurasian Equestrian Association to the Aba Annayev International … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan: Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Helping Children in need financed 140 surgeries
On Saturday, 8 July 2023, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov chaired the first meeting of the Board of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship in Arkadag city. The vice-president of the organization, Rejep Bazarov reported that 140 … [Read more...]
Galkynysh field – abundant opportunities for Turkmenistan’s international partnership
The Galkynysh field, which brings Turkmenistan into the ranks of the nations - largest possessors of hydrocarbon resources, opens up wide opportunities for investment cooperation. Several speakers on the first day of the International Forum on Attracting Foreign Investments in the Energy Sector of Turkmenistan, underway held these days in Dubai, shared on upgraded geological … [Read more...]
National Leader of the Turkmen people met with the Secretary General of the CIS
On Thursday, 23 March, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with the Secretary General of the Commonwealth of Independent States Sergey Lebedev. Lebedev, who heads the observer mission for the parliamentary elections in Turkmenistan noted that all stages of the election campaign are … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan: Home to 61 Nationalities, Opposes All Forms of Discrimination
Turkmenistan strongly condemns racial discrimination and pursues an ongoing policy of mutual understanding among peoples and the prevention of any distinction, exclusion, restriction or preference based on race, descent, national or ethnic origin. The Turkmen delegation stated this at the 110th session of the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD) in … [Read more...]
GCC welcomes enhancing relations with Turkmenistan
Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jassem Mohamed Albudaiwi met with Oraz Charyyev, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on Monday, 10 April 2023 at the headquarters of the General Secretariat in Riyadh, press service of GCC states. During the meeting, ways to strengthen GCC-Turkmen relations were discussed in light of the joint … [Read more...]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov Inspects on Construction of Magtymguly Cultural Complex to be inaugurated in 2024
On Thursday, 17 August, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov visited the Magtymguly cultural and park complex under construction in the southern part of Ashgabat. The park complex will be inaugurated in 2024, the year of the 300th anniversary of the great poet and thinker Magtymguly. Berdimuhamedov … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan: Project of new seismic station in Arkadag city is in progress
Turkmenistan is developing a project for the construction of a new seismic station in the city of Arkadag, which will be equipped with the latest technologies. In total, there are more than 40 seismic stations in the country. Svetlana Akhmedova, Scientific Secretary of the Institute of Seismology and Atmospheric Physics of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan, told about the … [Read more...]