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 … [Read more...]
UNDP and the Government of Turkmenistan expand cooperation to create sustainable health systems
On 27 Feb 2023, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan signed new projects on health to improve access to treatment of the noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and enhance national capacity for clinical laboratory diagnostics. “We are happy to note the increased collaboration between UNDP and the Government … [Read more...]
Kazakhstani Blogger Writes About Yakov Dik, the Honored Horse Breeder of Turkmenistan
As we reported earlier, on 6 Sep 2023, in Almaty, the Embassy of Turkmenistan to Kazakhstan hosted a ceremony awarding the honorary title "Honored Horse Breeder of Turkmenistan" to Yakov Dik, the Director of the Akhal-Teke horse breeding farm of Kazakhstan. The popular Kazakhstani blogger Yakov Fedorov, who came from Astana to attend the event, shared his impressions of the … [Read more...]
II International Conference and Exhibition “International Transport and Transit Corridors: Interconnection and Development – 2023” – Ashgabat, 3-4 May 2023
The International Conference and Exhibition “International Transport and Transit Corridors: Interconnection and Development" will be held on 3-4 May 2023 in Ashgabat. The purpose of this conference is to discuss topical issues on post-pandemic recovery and adaptation to new realities in the field of international transportation and the development of effective international … [Read more...]
KazanForum attracts more record 15000 participants from 85 countries – Chakiev leads the delegation of Turkmenistan
The XIV International Economic Forum "RUSSIA—ISLAMIC WORLD: KAZANFORUM" 2023 is taking place in Kazan, Tatarstan, 18-19 May 2023. Deputy Prime Minister of Russia, Marat Khusnullin, opened the event. “The main slogan of our events is “Trust and Cooperation”. Trust has become the most important factor in the development of relations between Russia and Muslim countries, not … [Read more...]
Deputy Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan begins visit to the UN Headquarters
Today marks the start of the visit of the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Ms. Mahri Bashimova to the United Nations headquarters in New York. On 29 March the Deputy Foreign Minister held meetings with the United Nations senior officials, in particular Ms. Natalia Gherman, Assistant Secretary-General, Executive Director of the Counter-Terrorism Executive … [Read more...]
Kyrgyzstan Eyes IFAS Return, But Only If All Countries’ Interests Are Considered Equally
Kyrgyzstan hopes for its full-fledged resumption of activities in the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS), provided that the interests of all countries in the region are equally and fairly taken into account. The statement came from the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic Adylbek Kasymaliyev, who represented Kyrgyzstan at IFAS … [Read more...]
Acting foreign minister of Uzbekistan visits Turkmenistan – Meetings held with president and foreign minister
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received on Wednesday, 29 March 2023, the acting foreign minister of Uzbekistan, Bakhtiyor Saidov. The talks covered the entire spectrum of partnership, highlighting the accelerated pace of interaction in the recent years. The sides noted that there was unanimity of similarity on the regional and global issues, particularly those related to … [Read more...]
Kyrgyzstan to slightly increase electricity imports from Turkmenistan next year – In the long term, the country aims to become an exporter of electricity
In 2024, Kyrgyzstan plans to import 1.7 billion kWh of electricity from Turkmenistan. This was announced by the Minister of Energy of Kyrgyzstan Taalaibek Ibrayev in an interview with RIA Novosti. According to him, Kyrgyzstan currently buys electricity from Turkmenistan and Russia. "InterRAO (Russia), as we plan, will supply about 1.5 billion kWh to us by the end of the … [Read more...]
Hydrogen Energy on the Agenda of the International Conference in the Turkmen Capital
Anastasia Kasyanova 24.02.2023 The International Scientific and Practical Conference "Scientific and technical possibilities for obtaining hydrogen energy from natural gas" was held at the International University of Oil and Gas named after Yagshygeldi Kakaev, jointly organized by university of oil and gas with the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. The … [Read more...]
Lao DPR joined Turkmenistan-initiated Group of Friends of Sustainable Transport
Lao People's Democratic Republic announced its accession to the Group of Friends of Sustainable Transport, established on July 6, 2022, at the initiative of Turkmenistan. The last 3rd meeting of the Group was convened on May 10, 2023, via a virtual platform. Background information The United Nations Group of Friends for Sustainable Transport (GFST) was launched on July 6, … [Read more...]
Turkmen president to visit Tajikistan in April 2023
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan will visit Tajikistan, 10-11 April 2023, report the Tajik news service Asia Plus and the Turkmen media house Turkmenportal. High-level meetings including the summit talks with President Imomali Rahmon are planned during the visit. A business delegation of Turkmenistan will travel to Tajikistan ahead of the visit of the … [Read more...]
Leadership of Turkmenistan receives OSCE Secretary General – Arkadag city and Turkmenbashi Port awarded certificates
President of Turkmenistan received the OSCE Secretary General – Arkadag city and Turkmenbashi Port awarded certificates President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received on Thursday, 1 June, OSCE Secretary General Ms. Helga Schmid. During the meeting, Ms.Helga Schmid handed the President of Turkmenistan a certificate of accession of the city of Arkadag to the project "Development of … [Read more...]
List of Exporters of Turkmenistan
This is NOT a complete list of all the exporters of Turkmenistan. № Company Name Bussiness Type Ownership Contacts 1 Abat Shekil economic society Building materials industry Private Email: gorklampproduction@gmail.com Tel: +993 61 52 72 05 2 Agro Industrial Complex Buyan Named after S.A.Niyazow Pharmaceutical … [Read more...]
Logo of the 30th Anniversary of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea: A Symbol of Hope and Renewal
On 14-15 September 2023, Dushanbe will host the Fifth Anniversary Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States and the next meeting of the Council of the Heads of the Founding States of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea. This year, the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS) celebrates 30th anniversary. The meaning of the symbols and … [Read more...]
LPG from Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan delivered to Pakistan via Afghanistan
21 trucks carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan have reached Pakistan through Torkham, a border crossing between Pakistan and Afghanistan in the northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Arab News Pakistan reported with reference to Pakistani customs official. “At least 21 trucks have entered (Pakistan) so far,” Hammad Ali, a senior official … [Read more...]
Magtymguly Youth Organization is an official member of the UNESCO Global Youth Community
The Magtymguly Youth Organization of Turkmenistan is now an official member of the UNESCO Global Youth Community (GYC). This follows from the message of the Director of Policy and Programs for the Social and Humanitarian Sciences Sector of the UNESCO Secretariat, Angela Melo. The UNESCO Global Youth Community is a unique global youth-led community and umbrella platform, run … [Read more...]
Magtymguly’s Life and Legacy Explored in New Documentary filmed in Russia
The filming team of the Turkmenfilm studio visited the Astrakhan region of Russia to shoot a documentary about the great poet and thinker Magtymguly, says the regional ministry of external relations. One of the key locations for filming in the Astrakhan region is the school named after Magtymguly in the village of Funtovo. The school was built at the expense of the … [Read more...]
Maintaining neutrality has helped facilitate dialogue and support conflict resolution throughout history
Pia Kauma, Vice-President of the OSCE PA, Special Representative on Central Asia Your Excellencies, dear Colleagues and guests, it is a pleasure to welcome you to the Central Asia Regional Seminar, and it is an honour to deliver my opening remarks following my distinguished Colleagues - Chairperson Gulmanova, President Cederfelt and Ambassador MacGregor. Please allow me to … [Read more...]
Maintaining stability is the most important task for Central Asia in modern realities says President of Kazakhstan
On Friday, 23 June, the first meeting of the Secretaries of the Security Councils of Central Asia and Russia took place in Almaty. In modern realities, the most important task for the Central Asian region is to maintain stability and strengthen security, which implies effective forecasting of threats, prompt development of preventive response measures and qualitatively new … [Read more...]
Medical specialists of the sanitary and epidemiological services and medical institutions of the Health Ministry of Turkmenistan complete a training on “Health-Care Waste Management”
On May 19, with the support of the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan (MoHMIT), WHO Country Office in Turkmenistan together with the United Nations Development Programme in Turkmenistan (UNDP) convened a training on Health-Care Waste Management for the medical specialists of the Sanitary and Epidemiological Services and medical institutions of the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan starts building partnership with international media houses
According to the information published by Orient.tm, Turkmenistan has started the process of building partnerships with several international media houses. An online meeting was held on 23 February 2023 with the TV channel RT (Russian Today). From the Turkmen side the representatives of the international information centre and the foreign office took part in the talks. The … [Read more...]
Meeting of the President of Turkmenistan with the head of the International Football Federation
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a meeting with the President of the International Football Federation (FIFA) Gianni Infantino on Thursday, 4 May, at the Olympic Stadium located in Ashgabat Olympic town, TDH reports. Noting the great role of FIFA in the development of world football, the head of state emphasized the importance attached by Turkmenistan to strengthening … [Read more...]
MFA Turkmenistan holds a regular meeting of the Interdepartmental Commission on Human Rights
A regular meeting of the Interdepartmental Commission to ensure the implementation of Turkmenistan's international obligations in the field of human rights and international humanitarian law was held on July 24, 2023. The meeting was chaired by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov. Representatives of the Mejlis of … [Read more...]
Mid-Term Review of the UN-Turkmenistan Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework Kicked Off with Consultations
From September 4 to 8, 2023, Mr. Rastislav Vrbensky, UN international consultant on the mid-term review of the Cooperation Framework for 2021-2025, undertook a mission to Turkmenistan in support of the UN Country Team (UNCT). The purpose of this mission was to conduct a Mid-Term Review of the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) for 2021-2025. To ensure … [Read more...]
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan wrapped up visit to France – Outcomes
FMs of Turkmenistan and France inked cooperation program for 2024-2026 Deputy Prime Minister, foreign minister of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with Catherine Colonna, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of France on Tuesday, 5 September 2023, in Paris. According to the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs of France, the Ministers welcomed the positive dynamics of … [Read more...]
First successful experience on influenza viruses sequencing in Turkmenistan with hands-on training of World Health Organization
Dr. Ayjeren Myratdurdyyeva, WHO As part of the implementation of the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Framework in Turkmenistan, technical advisory mission of Mr. Artem Fadeyev, Consultant of WHO/Europe was carried out to Ashgabat, Turkmenistan on strengthening national capacity in the field of influenza viruses sequencing from 9 to 18 February 2023. During the … [Read more...]
More than 150 children are undergoing medical treatment at the expense of Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation
The Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation systematically allocates funds for various surgeries to children in need of guardianship. More than 100 and over 50 children have already undergone surgical treatment and medical examination and have been provided with various necessary medical supplies, the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper reports. On the eve of the … [Read more...]
Первый успешный опыт секвенирования вирусов гриппа в Туркменистане с практическим обучением при поддержке Всемирной организации здравоохранения (ВОЗ)
Автор: Др. Мураддурдыева Айджерен, ВОЗ В рамках реализации Механизма готовности к пандемическому гриппу (ГПГ) в Туркменистане, в стране была проведена консультативно-техническая миссия ВОЗ по вопросам усилении национального потенциала в области секвенирования вирусов гриппа с участием Фадеева Артема, консультанта Европейского регионального бюро Всемирной организации … [Read more...]
More than 7 million people live in Turkmenistan – Women are the leaders in the demographic landscape
The total population of Turkmenistan is 7057841 people. This was reported by the Chairman of the State Statistics Committee D.Amanmukhammedov at an expanded meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers on Friday, 14 July. According to the results of the population census conducted in 2022, about 50% of the population are men, more than 50% are women, 47.1% are urban residents, 52.9% … [Read more...]
Multifaceted cooperation with the European Parliament was discussed at the MFA of Turkmenistan
On June 19, 2023, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Myahri Byashimova held a meeting with the delegation of the European Parliament, which arrived on a visit to Turkmenistan. During the talks, a review of cooperation between Turkmenistan and the European Union was carried out, issues of further development of relations between Turkmenistan and the European Union both … [Read more...]
Multimodal route from China to Uzbekistan via Turkmenistan has been launched
Uzbek Railways announced the launch of container trains from the Chinese port of Xiamen to Uzbekistan via Iran and Turkmenistan. 39 40-foot containers with household appliances (refrigerator, washing machine, gas stoves) went by sea from the Chinese port of Xiamen to the Iranian port of Bandar Abbas. Xiamen Port is one of the largest ports in China on the coast of the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan-Bahrain Summit Talks – 9 documents signed – Joint Communique Issued – Bahrain confers highest award on President of Turkmenistan
nCa Report The summit talks between President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan and King Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa took place in Manama, on 22 February 2023, the second day of the official visit of the Turkmen president. Nine documents were signed on the conclusion of the summit talks and a joint communique was issued. Bahrain conferred its highest award, the Order of … [Read more...]
NATO highlights Turkmenistan’s role as a key partner in Central Asia
On 7 September 2023, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Belgium Sapar Palvanov presented his credentials to the Secretary General of NATO, Jens Stoltenberg, as the head of Turkmenistan's mission to NATO. A bilateral meeting was organized as part of the ceremony, where the two parties discussed the collaboration dynamics between Turkmenistan and the alliance, the Embassy of … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan starts official visit to Bahrain
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan, accompanied by his delegation, flew to Bahrain Tuesday evening for his official visit. According to BNA, the official news agency of Bahrain, he was received at the airport by the Deputy Prime Minister Shaikh Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments Minister, Head of the Mission of Honor Nawaf bin … [Read more...]
Neutral countries can provide a unique perspective and act as a mediator between conflicting parties
Margareta Cederfelt, President, OSCE PA It is my great pleasure and honor to be here in Ashgabat and open this high-level event that was put together by the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly jointly with the Parliament of Turkmenistan in the framework of the Call for Action-Helsinki +50 Initiative. This is the first Call for Action in-person event in a Central Asian country which … [Read more...]
Neutral states can absolutely help strengthen security, stability and dialogue – not just in the OSCE space but the entire world
nCa News-Commentary A great concept that can go places – but not immediately. --- We are talking of the pioneering conference that took place in Ashgabat on 16 May 2023. It was a joint undertaking of Turkmenistan and the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly. The theme of the conference was: “The role of neutral states in strengthening security, stability and dialogue in the OSCE … [Read more...]
Main service providers of Internet in Turkmenistan lower tariff, increase speed
The main service providers of Internet in Turkmenistan – AshGTS and Turkmentelecom – have announced that they will lower the tariffs and increase the speed of connection. There are four plans and they will be available from 1 March 2023: Internet service with speed of 1 Mb/s - 150 manat; Internet service with speed of 2 Mb/s - 180 manat; Internet service with … [Read more...]
New Cruise Ship for Caspian Sea Tourism to be Launched in 2024
The development of cruise tourism in the Caspian Sea will reach a new level with the launch of the Peter the Great liner, which is currently being completed in Astrakhan, Russia, and will be tested on rivers and sea spaces until the end of the year. The vessel will be put into operation in 2024 for the tourist season, according to the administration of the Astrakhan region. … [Read more...]
New equestrian complex in Turkmenistan will train horses for armed forces and law enforcement agencies
A new equestrian complex was opened in Turkmenistan on 29 April 2023. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov led the opening ceremony. Located among the soft and modest hills of Maneish area, the complex will train horses for the armed forces and law enforcement agencies including the border guards. There are vales, narrow and wide, among these hills. In contrast to the other … [Read more...]
New Russian Ambassador to Turkmenistan presented copies of his credentials
On May 17, 2023, the Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Vepa Hajiyev received the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to Turkmenistan Ivan Volynkin. At the beginning of the meeting, the Russian Ambassador presented copies of his credentials. V.Hajiyev congratulated the Ambassador on his appointment to a high … [Read more...]
Newly appointed Ambassador of Korea to Turkmenistan preseneted copy of credentials at the Foreign Ministry
On June 9, 2023, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Vepa Hajiyev met with the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Turkmenistan Ji Kyu-Taek, during which copies of his credentials were accepted. Hajiyev congratulated the Ambassador and expressed hope that with his appointment our bilateral relations would take on a more dynamic form and would develop in … [Read more...]
North-South Corridor: Russia-Turkmenistan Cargo Transportation Up 57%
Transportation on the railway network between Russia and Turkmenistan on the eastern route of the International North-South Transport Corridor in January - August 2023 increased by 57% compared to the same period in 2022, reports TASS with reference to Dmitry Murev, General Director of JSC "Russian Railways Logistics", daughter of "Russian Railways". "In 2023, there was a … [Read more...]
Official Position of Turkmenistan on Gas Unions and Alliances
Turkmenistan, being an active participant in international energy cooperation, pays great attention to the development of cooperation in the oil and gas sector with various states based on the principles of equal and mutually beneficial partnership, the State News Agency of Turkmenistan (TDH) reports. As is known, our country has repeatedly come up with initiatives aimed at … [Read more...]
OHCHR continues building capacity of young leaders of Turkmenistan in the area of human rights
Yelena Butova, OHCHR, National Programme Officer ASHGHABAT, Turkmenistan, May 23 – The UN Office of High Commissioner for Human Rights (Regional Office for Central Asia – OHCHR/ROCA) has organized a workshop to enhance the capacity and knowledge of young people on human rights, including the right to participation, non-discrimination and the role of UN Human Rights Mechanisms … [Read more...]
Sheikh Faisal bin Nasser bin Hamad Al-Thani of Qatar meets National leader of Turkmenistan, invites him for visit to Qatar
The national leader of Turkmenistan and the chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov had a meeting in Ashgabat on 20 February 2023 with Sheikh Faisal bin Nasser bin Hamad Al-Thani, a member of the royal family of Qatar. The sides agreed that the Turkmen-Qatari cooperation was developing in the fields of energy, transport and communications, industry, … [Read more...]
Ombudsman of Turkmenistan visits Georgia
The Ombudsman of Turkmenistan, Ms. Y Gurbannazarova is visiting Georgia to get acquainted with the activities of the Office of the Public Defender of Georgia. The visit has been organized by the UNDP Turkmenistan. The Turkmen delegation will meet with the Public Defender of Georgia, representatives of the National Preventive Mechanism (NPM), employees of the gender … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan starts official visit of Bahrain today (21 February 2023)
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan will travel to Bahrain for an official visit today (21 February 2023). According to BNA, the official news agency of Bahrain, the announcement of the visit was made by the Royal Court of Bahrain. Summit talks are planned with the King of Bahrain, Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. The sides are expected to sign several bilateral … [Read more...]
On the World Environment Day Turkmenistan discussed the environmental agenda with international partners
On 5 June, on the occasion of the World Environmental Protection Day, a scientific and practical conference "Achievements in the field of environmental protection and international cooperation in this field in the year under the motto "Happy youth with Arkadag Serdar" was held in Ashgabat, TDH reports. The conference in hybrid format was attended by heads and specialists of … [Read more...]
Afghanistan is building an enormous canal to draw water from Amudarya River. This may affect water availability situation in Central Asia.
nCa Report Afghanistan is rapidly building an enormous canal to draw water from the Amudarya River. This has the potential to affect the water availability situation to Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan. The Qosh Tepa Canal, named after the Qosh Tepa district in the Jawzjan province, will be 285km in length and 100 meters in width. It will help irrigate 550000 hectares of land … [Read more...]