President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the newly appointed Ambassador of Qatar to Turkmenistan, Nasser bin Ahmed Al Taher, who presented his credentials to the head of state, the Turkmenistan State News Agency (TDH) reports. During the meeting, the diplomat emphasized that Qatar highly values its friendly relations with Turkmenistan. Taking the opportunity, the Ambassador … [Read more...]
Caspian Governors Meet in Rasht to Forge ‘Bridge for Friendship and Regional Development’
The inaugural Meeting of Governors of Coastal Provinces of the Caspian Sea Littoral States opened on Tuesday (18 Nov) in Rasht, the capital of Iran’s northern Gilan province, under the motto “Caspian: A Bridge for Friendship and Regional Development.” Hosted by Iran, the two-day forum brought together governors and high-level delegations from all five Caspian littoral … [Read more...]
Meeting of Energy Ministers of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan Held in Tashkent
A meeting took place in Tashkent between the Minister of Energy of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov, and a Turkmen delegation led by Minister of Energy Annageldi Saparov and Chairman of the State Concern “Turkmengas” Maksat Babayev, the press service of the Ministry of Energy of Uzbekistan reports. The talks were also attended by heads of leading fuel and … [Read more...]
China and Turkmenistan intend to deepen transport cooperation
On 7 November, Ambassador of China to Turkmenistan Ji Shumin paid a visit to the Minister of Motor Transport of Turkmenistan Begench Annadurdyev, the Chinese Embassy in Turkmenistan reports. During the meeting, the parties exchanged views on further deepening bilateral and multilateral cooperation in the transport sector. The meeting was also attended by Counselor-Envoy of … [Read more...]
UNDP and Turkmenistan’s Ministry of Health Continue Implementation of Project to Enhance Clinical and Laboratory Services
UNDP and the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan continue the implementation of a project aimed at enhancing the accessibility and quality of clinical laboratory services across the country. As part of the ongoing project "Strengthening the Clinical Laboratory Service of Turkmenistan," UNDP has delivered another batch of laboratory equipment, reagents, … [Read more...]
Outcomes of the State Visit of the President of Turkmenistan to Uzbekistan: Mirziyoyev Awards Berdimuhamedov Uzbekistan’s Highest State Order – First Joint Border Trade Zone Launched
On 17 November 2025, in Tashkent, on the second day of the state visit of the President of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Uzbekistan, high-level talks were held between President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The meeting, which took place first in a narrow format and then in an expanded format with the participation of official delegations, … [Read more...]
Visa-Free Access Introduced at Uzbekistan-Turkmenistan Joint Border Trade Zone
On the sidelines of the state visit of President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov to Uzbekistan, Uzbekistan’s Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade Laziz Kudratov and Turkmenistan’s Minister of Trade and Foreign Economic Relations Nazardurdy Agakhanov held detailed talks on the practical implementation of the newly launched Shavat–Dashoguz cross-border trade … [Read more...]
Conference Held in Ashgabat Dedicated to World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day
November 17, 2025, Ashgabat, Turkmenistan — On the occasion of World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day, proclaimed by Resolution 156 of the World Health Organization (WHO) Executive Board, the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan (MoHMI), in cooperation with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Country Office in Turkmenistan, organized a scientific and … [Read more...]
Vice President for Medical Activities of the Charity Fund for Providing Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship named after Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with the UNICEF Representative in Turkmenistan
On November 15, 2025, Oguljahan Atabayeva, Vice President for Medical Activities of the Charity Fund for Providing Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship named after Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, met with Jalpa Ratna, Representative of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) in Turkmenistan. The UNICEF representative, noting that she was honored to meet with … [Read more...]
Vice President for Medical Activities of the Charity Fund for Providing Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship named after Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with the Ambassador of Pakistan to Turkmenistan
On November 15, 2025, Oguljahan Atabayeva, Vice President for Medical Activities of the Charity Fund for Providing Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship named after Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, met with Faryal Leghari, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Turkmenistan. Expressing gratitude for the opportunity to meet, the … [Read more...]
Central Asian Leaders Forge ‘New Era’ of Unity in Tashkent, Welcoming Azerbaijan Into the Fold
nCa Report In a historic gathering that reshaped the geopolitical landscape of Eurasia, the presidents of five Central Asian nations convened on 16 November 2025 for the seventh consultative meeting of regional heads of state, unanimously admitting Azerbaijan as a full member and laying the groundwork for deeper economic, security and cultural integration. The summit, … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan visits Uzbekistan
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan is on a two-day state visit to Uzbekistan, 16-17 November 2025. The visit coincides with the 7th meeting of the Council of the Heads of State of Central Asia that took place on 16 November 2025. The main content of the visit will take place on 17 November 2025. In addition to the other planned activities, there would be … [Read more...]
Meeting of the Vice President for Medical Activities of the Charity Fund for Providing Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship named after Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov with the UN Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan
On November 13, 2025, a meeting was held at the Women's Union of Turkmenistan between Oguljahan Atabayeva, Vice President for Medical Activities of the Charity Fund for Providing Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship named after Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, and Dmitry Shlapachenko, UN Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan. The diplomat expressed sincere gratitude for … [Read more...]
Speech by Dr. Begench Karayev at the Margalla Dialogue 2025
Potential for trade and economic connectivity and the analysis of the factors impeding connectivity: Options and strategies for improving trade and economic connectivity. Dear conference participants, Dear moderator, First of all, I would like to express my gratitude for the invitation to participate in this highly respected forum, for the hospitality extended, and for … [Read more...]
Celebrating the Human Essence of Neutrality: Turkmenistan’s 30 Years of Impartial Wisdom
Tariq Saeedi As the world turns its eyes toward Ashgabat this December 12, 2025, for the grand international conference commemorating the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality, it's hard not to feel a spark of optimism amid the usual chaos of global affairs. Heads of state and government from across the globe are set to gather in the Turkmen capital, not … [Read more...]
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Romania, Annamammet Annayev, was interviewed about the 30th Anniversary of Turkmenistan’s Permanent Neutrality
On November 7, 2025, an in-depth interview with the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Romania, Annamammet Annayev, was published on the official website of GeoPolitica magazine (Revista GeoPolitica), dedicated to the 30th Anniversary of Turkmenistan’s Permanent Neutrality. The interview represents a meaningful contribution to strengthening mutual … [Read more...]
UNDP and the Ministry of Communications of Turkmenistan Hold the Second Day of the International Startup Forum 2025 in Ashgabat
Ashgabat, 14 November 2025 – Building on the first day of discussions held within the TurkmenTel 2025 Conference on 13 November, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan and the Ministry of Communications of Turkmenistan continued the International Startup Forum on 14 November 2025 at the “Ish Nokady” co-working Center in Ashgabat. The event … [Read more...]
UN and Government of Turkmenistan Advance Joint Programmes for Sustainable Development
Ashgabat, 13 November 2025 – The United Nations in Turkmenistan and the Government of Turkmenistan convened a meeting of the Interdepartmental Coordination Commission to discuss and align efforts on joint programmes that will support the country’s national priorities and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The meeting, chaired by Mammetguly Astanagulov, Minister … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s Diplomatic Outreach for Peace Forum
nCa News and Commentary Foreign Minister Meredov Conducts Series of Consultations Ahead of International Forum on Peace and Trust In a coordinated diplomatic initiative on November 13, Turkmenistan's Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov held telephone conversations with his counterparts from five countries as part of preparations for the upcoming International Forum on Peace … [Read more...]
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Belgium participated in the EU-Central Asia Dialogue on Afghanistan
On November 12, the 7th meeting of the EU-Central Asia Dialogue on Afghanistan was held in Brussels. Representatives of regional states and European Union institutions participated in the forum. Turkmenistan was represented at the meeting by S. Palvanov, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Kingdom of Belgium. Participants discussed current issues of sustainable … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s Ambassador to Switzerland and Permanent Representative to the UN Office in Geneva, Vepa Khadzhiev, gave an interview to European journalists
On the eve of the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality, which will be celebrated in 2025—also proclaimed the International Year of Peace and Trust—Turkmenistan's Ambassador to Switzerland and Permanent Representative to the UN Office in Geneva, Vepa Khadzhiev, gave an in-depth interview to European journalists Maria Kuznetsova and Guillaume de … [Read more...]
UNDP and Ministry of Communications Launch the International Startup Forum 2025 at TurkmenTel–2025 Conference
Ashgabat, 13 November 2025: On 13th November2025, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan, in cooperation with the Ministry of Communications of Turkmenistan, successfully launched the International Startup Forum 2025 within the framework of the Turkmentel–2025 Exhibition and International Conference. This event marked a significant milestone in … [Read more...]
UNDP facilitates the signing of strategic agreement to advance digital transformation of public administration in Turkmenistan
Ashgabat, 13 November 2025: Within the framework of the UNDP project “Assistance in the implementation of a pilot electronic data interchange system in Turkmenistan,” implemented in partnership with the Ministry of Communications of Turkmenistan, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed between the Ministry of Communications of Turkmenistan and the e-Governance Academy … [Read more...]
The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Niger presented copies of his credentials
On November 12, 2025, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Akhmet Gurbanov met with the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Niger to Turkmenistan (with residence in Tehran), Seydou Zat Ali. At the beginning of the meeting, the Ambassador presented copies of his credentials. Congratulating the Ambassador on his … [Read more...]
A Partnership Based on Progress and Realism: The Future of the EU and Turkmenistan
By H.E. Ms Beata Pęksa, the Ambassador of the European Union to Turkmenistan We took another important step on our shared path when we met in Ashgabat for the 24th EU-Turkmenistan Joint Committee. The meeting on 7 November 2025, showed that the relationship is strengthening and becoming a strong platform for communication and cooperation. The Joint Committee is more … [Read more...]
China’s leading engineering corporations’ delegation holds series of meetings in Turkmenistan
From 17 to 22 October 2025, Wang Bo, Chairman of the Board of China CAMCE Corporation (China CAMC Engineering Ltd.) and China Machinery Engineering Corporation (CMEC), visited Turkmenistan on a working trip. The visit included a series of high-level business meetings aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in infrastructure, energy, and industry. This was reported by the … [Read more...]
Harvest Festival in Turkmenistan: Triumph of Farmers and the Bounty of the Land
Last Sunday, 9 November, Turkmenistan celebrated the Harvest Festival on a grand scale – a national holiday traditionally held on the second Sunday of November. The main festivities took place on the picturesque embankment of the Karakum River in Ashgabat. The festive program featured concerts, theatrical performances, and an exhibition of achievements in the … [Read more...]
A delegation from Turkmenistan participated in the 2nd International Conference on Public Administration in Moscow
On 6-7 November 2025, a delegation from Turkmenistan, led by A. Annamuradov, Rector of the Academy of Public Administration under the President of Turkmenistan, participated in the 2nd International Scientific and Practical Conference on Public Administration. The event, organized by the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration, brought … [Read more...]
OGT 2025: Turkmenistan’s Premier Energy Forum Honors Partnership and Innovation
Ashgabat, 24 October 2025. The landmark 30th Anniversary Oil & Gas of Turkmenistan – OGT 2025 concluded with record participation, bringing together more than 1,400 delegates from 70 countries, alongside over 100 exhibiting companies and 80 speakers. The event reaffirmed Ashgabat’s standing as a regional hub for dialogue, technology, and investment, connecting … [Read more...]
US and Central Asian Nations adopted C5+1 Joint Statement for Economic cooperation – Critical Minerals, AI Integration and Trans-Caspian Connectivity under the spotlight
The Governments of the United States of America, Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan commemorated the tenth anniversary of the C5+1 diplomatic platform with a joint statement outlining a renewed commitment to regional prosperity, sustainable development, and strengthened economic cooperation. Established in 2015, the C5+1 framework has … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan President’s Visit to Washington: Participation in the C5+1 Summit, Series of Meetings, Turkmen-American Business Forum
During a working visit to the United States from 4 to 7 November 2025, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov participated in the “Central Asia + United States of America” (C5+1) Summit in Washington, met with President Donald Trump, and held a series of meetings with business leaders and high-ranking officials. Additionally, a Turkmen-American business forum was held … [Read more...]
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov Meets with President Donald Trump – Turkmenistan intends Trans-Caspian Pipeline review
Turkmenistan will consider advancing the long-stalled Trans-Caspian Gas Pipeline project once delimitation deal on the Caspian seabed will be finalized with Azerbaijan. The statement was came during the meeting between President of the Donald J. Trump and President Serdar Berdimuhamedov on 6 November 2025 in Washington DC on the sidelines of C5+1 Summit. “They … [Read more...]
The 24th meeting of the Turkmenistan–European Union Joint Committee was held in Ashgabat
On 7 November 2025, the 24th meeting of the Turkmenistan-European Union Joint Committee was held in Ashgabat. The delegation of Turkmenistan was headed by Deputy Minister of Finance and Economy B.Yalakov. The delegation of the European Union was headed by Audrone Percauskene, Deputy Managing Director for Eastern Europe and Central Asia of the European External Action … [Read more...]
Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Romania Held a Meeting with the Chairman of Chimcomplex
On November 7, 2025, Turkmenistan's Ambassador to Romania, A. Annayev, met with Stefan Vuza, Chairman of the Board of the Romanian company Chimcomplex. During the conversation, the Romanian side was briefed on the main development areas of Turkmenistan's oil, gas, and industrial sectors, in particular the ongoing policy to diversify and modernize the industry, as well as the … [Read more...]
UNODC Concludes Annual Programme Steering Committee Meeting in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), Regional Office for Afghanistan, Central Asia, Iran and Pakistan, successfully held its annual Programme Steering Committee (PSC) Meeting of the UNODC Programme for Central Asia 2022-2025 on 6 November 2025 in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. The hybrid-format event brought together over 100 participants from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, … [Read more...]
A Meeting of the Research Center for the Study of Magtymguly Pyragy Creative Legacy Held in Türkiye
On November 7, 2025, a meeting of the Research Center for the Study of the Works of the Great Turkmen Poet and Thinker Magtymguly Pyragy, operating under the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Republic of Türkiye, was held in Ankara. The event was attended by prominent scholars, literary critics, and researchers of Magtymguly Pyragy works, as well as representatives of Turkey’s … [Read more...]
November 8 – Victory Day was celebrated at the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan
A reception on the occasion of November 8 - Victory Day, as well as the Day of the State Flag of the Republic of Azerbaijan, was held at the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Turkmenistan. According to the embassy, Ambassador Gismat Gozalov, who spoke at the event, emphasised that Azerbaijan achieved a historic Victory in the 44-day Patriotic War, … [Read more...]
C5+1 Washington Summit: The Buttons align with the Buttonholes
Tariq Saeedi President Donald Trump hosted the leaders of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan at the C5+1 summit in Washington, DC, on November 6, 2025. According to the early reports, here are the main outcomes of the summit: * * * The outcomes, as we know from the early reports, are encouraging in that they build on the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s national robotics team returned to Ashgabat with a victory
The First Global Challenge, the World Robotics Olympiad, was held in Panama City and brought together schoolchildren from more than 190 countries. Turkmen school students took first place in the "Skills Challenge" category, with Armenia taking second and China third. At one stage, the robots had to collect and throw as many balls into the basket as possible, as well … [Read more...]
330th Anniversary of Dowletmammed Azadi Celebrated in Ankara
On November 6, 2025, a presentation of the Turkish-language edition of the book “Wagzy-Azat”, published in honor of the 330th anniversary of the birth of the prominent Turkmen thinker and poet Dowletmammed Azadi, took place at the headquarters of the International Organization of Turkic Culture (TURKSOY) in Ankara. The event was held within the framework of the Week of … [Read more...]
Meeting of the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Türkiye with the Deputy Chairman of the Justice and Development Party
On November 6, 2025, a meeting was held between the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Türkiye, Mekan Ishangulyyev, and the Deputy Chairman of the Justice and Development Party (AK Parti) of the Republic of Türkiye, Kürşad Zorlu. During the meeting, the parties discussed current issues of Turkmen-Turkish cooperation in the political, economic, and … [Read more...]
Rubio announces plans to visit all five Central Asian nations next year
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced his intention to visit all five Central Asian countries in the coming year, signaling a renewed commitment to deepening ties with the region. Speaking at a welcome reception hosted at the State Department on 5 November, Rubio addressed foreign ministers from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan, along with the … [Read more...]
Central Asia Economic Outlook 2025: A Comprehensive Survey of Macroeconomic Indicators and Projections
Editor’s Note: This report is experimental in nature. We have taken the data from IMF, World Bank, ADB, EBRD, and EDB and attempted to arrive at mean economic indicators. All of these financial institutions have their own methodologies because of the differences in their particular focus. This leads to the economic indicators being assessed differently by the different … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan to Provide Humanitarian Aid to Earthquake-Devastated Afghanistan
The Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Care will send humanitarian aid to Afghanistan, which was devastated by the recent earthquakes. The proposal was announced at a meeting of the Foundation on Wednesday, 5 November, by its Executive Director and Vice President for Medical Affairs, Oguljahan Atabayeva. "At all times, the … [Read more...]
Hundreds of Lives Saved in Turkmenistan: The Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Foundation Reports More Than 700 Surgeries for Children
Hundreds of surgeries have been performed in Turkmenistan using funds from the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Care. This was announced by Oguljahan Atabayeva, Vice President for Medical Affairs, at a meeting of the Foundation's Board of Directors. The meeting was held in Arkadag on Wednesday, 5 Nov, and chaired by National … [Read more...]
Trade, Tourism, Investment: Turkmenistan and Iran Discuss Diversifying Partnership
In recent days, key meetings at the diplomatic and regional levels have been held in Turkmenistan and Iran, aimed at deepening bilateral relations. The parties discussed expanding trade, economic, cultural, humanitarian, and tourism cooperation, including new initiatives to facilitate travel, investment, and joint projects along the Silk Road. On 5 November, Deputy Foreign … [Read more...]
Meeting of Ambassador of Turkmenistan with State Minister of Georgia
On 5 November 2025, Ambassador of Turkmenistan D.Seyitmammedov met with State Minister of Georgia for Reconciliation and Civic Equality T.Akhvlediani. During the meeting, the parties noted the dynamic growth of bilateral relations across all areas, including the economy, transport, culture, and education. The interlocutors also discussed issues of cooperation in the field … [Read more...]
CIET 2025 Concludes in Avaza: Innovation, Investment and Confidence in Turkmenistan’s Vision
Avaza, 5 November 2025.The International Conference and Exhibition “Development of the Construction, Industrial, Chemical and Energy Sectors of Turkmenistan”– CIET 2025 has successfully concluded in the National Tourist Zone Avaza, affirming Turkmenistan’s growing role as a centre of industrial modernization, sustainable construction, and clean-energy innovation in Central … [Read more...]
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries strengthens its strategic partnership with Turkmenistan as Platinum Sponsor of CIET 2025
The Organising Committee of the International Conference & EXPO “Development of the Construction, Industrial, Chemical and Energy Sectors of Turkmenistan” 2025 is honoured to announce that Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. will participate as a Platinum Sponsor of the upcoming forum, to be held on 3–4 November 2025 in the national tourist zone of Awaza. Founded on 7 July … [Read more...]
TOYO Engineering Strengthens Strategic Partnership with Turkmenistan as Gold Sponsor of CIET 2025
The Organising Committee of the International Conference & EXPO “Development of the Construction, Industrial, Chemical and Energy Sectors of Turkmenistan” 2025 is honoured to announce that TOYO Engineering Corporation will participate as a Gold Sponsor of the upcoming forum, to be held on 3–4 November 2025 in the national tourist zone of Awaza. Founded in 1961 in Japan, … [Read more...]