Consul General of Turkmenistan in Kazan, Russian Federation, Guich Garayev, headed by a Turkmen delegation, is visiting Saratov as part of the 2nd All-Russian Games "Smart City. Live sports." On 7 September, the delegation took part in the grand opening of the "Road Show: My Country", the plenary session "Smart City Project - a driver for achieving National goals", the … [Read more...]
Afghanistan and Turkmenistan reached an agreement on power transmission project to Herat, says DABS
Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat (DABS), Afghanistan’s power utility company, and officials from Turkmenenergo State Electric Power Corporation have wrapped up a meeting to discuss the power extension project to the Noorul Jihad substation in Herat. A round of talks ended with signing a joint protocol between the General Executive of Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat, and … [Read more...]
Chinese Foreign Ministry announced China-Central Asia Foreign Ministers’ Meeting
The fourth China-Central Asia Foreign Ministers’ Meeting will be chaired by State Councilor and Foreign Minister of China Qin Gang on 27 April in Xi’an, Shaanxi Province, said today Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning during regular press conference. According to the information, the meeting will be attended by: Kazakhstan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and South Korea discuss opportunities for cooperation in the ICT sphere
On 17 August 2023, representatives of the Agency "Turkmenaragatnashyk" (Turkmen Communications) and the management of the Korean company "LS Cable & System" had a videoconference meeting, the Turkmen Embassy in Seoul says. During the meeting, the parties discussed the possibilities of implementing joint projects in the field of information and communication technologies, … [Read more...]
Afghanistan approves oil and gas transit from Turkmenistan to Pakistan
The Office of the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs of Afghanistan has approved a plan to transport gas and oil from Turkmenistan to Pakistan, passing through Afghanistan, for a trial period, according to Afghan news outlets. The Office of the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs twitted: " This significant undertaking aims to stimulate economic growth and … [Read more...]
Halkara Türkmen Logistik offers cargo yard services on the Turkmen-Iranian border
The Turkmen logistics operator Halkara Turkmen Logistik" - a member of the Association "Turkmen Logistics" offers the services of its cargo yard located near the customs post Artyk at the Turkmen-Iranian Border. The 7.5-hectare terminal has its own parking lots for trucks, container and railway platforms, warehouses, a hangar for transshipment of goods into wagons, as well … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and South Korea discuss shipbuilding cooperation to develop national merchant fleet
Shipbuilding projects have become the subject of negotiations between the Agency of Maritime and River Transport of Turkmenistan "Turkmendenizderyayollary" with representatives of the Korean Association of Marine Equipment (KOMEA) and the company Koryo Shipbuilding Industry Technology. Co., Ltd. (KSIT). According to the Agency of Transport and Communications under the … [Read more...]
Afghanistan embarks on upgrading infrastructure to increase electricity import from Turkmenistan
The Afghanistan’s power utility “Da Afghanistan Breshan Sherkat” has officially started work on the modernization of the Noor ul-Jihad substation in Herat in order to increase the capacity of electricity supplies from Turkmenistan, Ariana News reports. The project is being implemented by the Ministry of Energy and Water Resources of Afghanistan in cooperation with the … [Read more...]
Connectivity, gas export and visa-free regime – Ambassador Blokhin shared on current trends in Turkmen-Russian cooperation
Ambassador of Russia to Turkmenistan Alexander Blokhin told in interview with TASS about main trends in Turkmen-Russian cooperation highlighting such areas and joint transport corridors, Turkmen gas supplies to Russia and prospects for mutual visa-free regime. Gazprom purchases 5 bcm of gas from Turkmenistan in 2022 Gazprom purchased around 5 bln cubic meters of gas from … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and South Korea eye to deepen partnership in shipbuilding
The Balkan Shipbuilding and Ship Repair Plant, located on the territory of the International Port of Turkmenbashi, is negotiating with leading companies of the Republic of Korea in order to implement shipbuilding projects, says the Agency of Marine and River Transport of Turkmenistan "Turkmendenizderyayollary". In particular, Korean companies will supply equipment and … [Read more...]
Construction of the energy ring is underway in Turkmenistan
The construction of a single electric power ring continues in Turkmenistan. One of the segments of this system is 500kV Balkan-Dashoguz power transmission line, which is currently under constructed in northern province of the country. The project is being carried out by the regional specialized enterprise "Dashoguz Energy Construction" under the Ministry of Energy. The … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan announces discounts on documentation processing in multimodal transit freight
Turkmenistan has reduced the cost of obtaining permits for transit cargo carriers in multimodal transportation. According to the Association "Turkmen Logistics", the state enterprise "Turkmenulaggozegchilik" (Transport inspection) has reduced the fees for registration of permits and international waybill SMR for vehicles transporting transit cargo from the railway station or … [Read more...]
Afghanistan Provides ‘Good Security’ for TAPI Pipeline Project, Says Acting Minister
On Sunday, 3 September 2023, the General Executive Director of TAPI Pipeline Company Ltd, Mukhammetmyrat Amanov met with the Acting Minister of Mines and Petroleum of Afghanistan, Shahabuddin Delawar, in Kabul, the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum said in a statement. The TAPI project CEO provided detailed information about the latest developments within the project. Both … [Read more...]
Countries of the North-South Corridor are taking steps to overcome logistical barriers along the route
Last week, a number of countries connected by the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC) - the main transport artery between Russia, Central, South and Southeast Asia - have taken a number of further steps to simplify logistics along the route, and have also voiced their initiatives to unlock the potential of the corridor as soon as possible. Turkmenistan, Russia … [Read more...]
Agile foreign policy of Turkmenistan – 16 initiatives and announcements at the UN General Assembly Session will connect smoothly with 10 proposals made at GCC+CA Summit in Jeddah
Tariq Saeedi and Elvira Kadyrova The agile and proactive foreign policy of Turkmenistan has lately shown a remarkable degree of finesse. The compact but very competent team of the Turkmen diplomats have shown the incredible ability to launch new initiatives and maintain their momentum after their launch. What is more, as they carry more load, they gain more speed. Now, … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Tajikistan deepen strategic partnership – Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Emomali Rahmon held talks in Dushanbe – 23 documents signed
nCa Report On 10 May, 2023, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov started his state visit to Tajikistan. Following the summit talks, the Presidents of Turkmenistan and Tajikistan signed a Declaration on deepening strategic partnership. 23 documents were inked by two delegations that significantly expand the range of friendly Turkmen-Tajik relations. Serdar … [Read more...]
Delegation from Turkmenistan got acquainted with the Bulgarian experience of education in the field of social work
A government delegation from Turkmenistan visited the Pedagogical faculty of Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski and met with the leadership of the Dean's Office, the Bulgarian Telegraph Agency reports. The purpose of the visit was to study the system of social services and education in the field of social work in Bulgaria - basic and advanced training of social … [Read more...]
Youth as a voting block may play decisive role in parliamentary elections of Turkmenistan
nCa Analysis The election commission of Turkmenistan hosted a briefing on Saturday, 25 March 2023, for the foreign journalists accredited in Turkmenistan. It was conducted by the deputy head of the election commission, Amangeldy Gandymov. He gave the details on the number of registered voters, the candidates fielded by each party and the citizens’ initiative groups, the … [Read more...]
Ahal-Teke Horse Breeder from Kazakhstan Honored by Turkmenistan
Director of the Akhal-Teke horse breeding farm of the Republic of Kazakhstan Dik Yakov has been awarded the honorary title "Honored Horse Breeder of Turkmenistan", the Embassy of Turkmenistan to Kazakhstan reports. The Turkmen diplomatic mission hosted the awarding ceremony on Wednesday, 6 September at the Ethnocultural Association "Turkmen Socio-Cultural Center" in Almaty. … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and the Czech Republic intend to hold bilateral political consultations
On 14 July 2023, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Czech Republic Hemra Amannazarov (residence in Vienna) presented his credentials to the President of the Czech Republic Peter Pavel, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Austria reports. A short conversation with the President of the Czech Republic was organized as part of the ceremony. In particular, it was proposed to hold … [Read more...]
Digital cooperation plays an important role in tomato cultivation in Turkmenistan
Economic Society "Yigit", one of the largest tomato producers, has established partnerships with consultants from the Netherlands Three years have passed since Jan Zegwaard, a former grower, started cooperating with the Turkmen company "Yigit" through the cooperation community GrowersAdvice4You (Netherlands). The specialized portal HortiDaily tells about how this partnership … [Read more...]
На Водной конференции ООН были обозначены основные позиции Туркменистана по вопросам сохранения и рационального использования водных ресурсов
22-24 марта 2023 года в штаб-квартире ООН в г.Нью-Йорке состоялась Конференция ООН по среднесрочному всеобъемлющему обзору целей Международного десятилетия действий «Вода для устойчивого развития, 2018-2028 годы». В работе Конференции приняли участие 7 глав государств и правительств, вице-президенты, вице-премьеры и более 70 министров, ответственных за реализацию политики в … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and the Office of the OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities to step up cooperation in the field of education
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...]