The newly appointed Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Uzbekistan Shadudrdy Meredov presented his credentials to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on Wednesday, 30 August. "Turkmenistan is our closest neighbor, with whom we live side by side for many centuries, have a common language, religion and customs," Mirziyoyev said, addressing the Turkmen ambassador. It was noted that … [Read more...]
Ashgabat and the Avaza Tourist Zone in Turkmenistan continue to introduce sustainable city concepts
The long-term project "Sustainable Cities" of the Ministry of Environment of Turkmenistan and UNDP/GEF, with a large financial base and opportunities, based on the potential of a team of professional environmentalists and energy experts, can be called both climate mitigation, energy efficient, institutional and waste development. Progress in the implementation of project … [Read more...]
TURKSOY hosted a conference dedicated to the 300th anniversary of Magtymguly Fragi
On 11 July 2023, an international scientific conference dedicated to the literary heritage of Magtymguly Fragi, the great oriental thinker and poet, was hosted by TURKSOY. Welcoming speeches at the conference were delivered by Secretary General of TURKSOY Sultan Raev, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Ankara Mekan Ishankuliyev and Davut Orazsakhedov, Director of the Magtymguly … [Read more...]
Ashgabat Conference and Exhibition “International Transport and Transit Corridors: Interconnection and Development – 2023” – outcomes
Muradov Dovletgeldy, Chief Specialist of the Department of International Relations, Logistics and Multimodal Transportation of the Agency of Transport and Communications of Turkmenistan, briefed on the results of the Ashgabat Forum on International Transport and Transit Corridors today (4 May 2023) during a short press conference. According to the Agency, the … [Read more...]
International Forum to Attract Investments in Energy Sector of Turkmenistan – Concluding Day – Key Takeaways
Elvira Kadyrova The second and the last day of the Dubai International Forum to attract investments in Turkmenistan’s energy sector included two sessions titled ‘Investment opportunities in the Turkmen energy sector: Offshore’ and ‘Accelerating Turkmenistan’s drive to monetize and diversify new energy resources’. Senior officials and representatives of Dragon oil, … [Read more...]
Ashgabat OGT Conference on Environmental Aspects of Hydrocarbon Industry reaffirmed the key role of gas in the energy transition
nCa Report Natural Gas is the key to a low–carbon future Turkmenistan is preparing the 4th national report on climate change and is on the way to joining the Global Methane Pledge International institutions are ready to cooperate with Turkmenistan in the field of green development On 15 June 2023, Ashgabat hosted an International scientific and practical … [Read more...]
UAE Ambassador to Turkmenistan visited Orphanage in Ashgabat
UAE Ambassador to Turkmenistan Ahmed Al-Hameli visited Orphans' Palace «Döwletliler Köşgi» named after Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al-Nahyan in Ashgabat on the occasion of the new academic year? The Emirate Embassy reports in social nets. The head of the UAE diplomatic mission donated to the Palace over 270 school bags containing a full set of school supplies, as well as 20 … [Read more...]
Ashgabat Prepares to Host Oil and Gas Expo and Conference OGT-2023
Preparations continue for the XXVIII International Conference and Exhibition "Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan – 2023" (OGT-2023), which will be held on October 25-27, 2023 in Ashgabat. To date, more than 150 delegates from 20 countries have confirmed their participation in the conference. Reputable speakers representing large energy companies and organizations confirmed their … [Read more...]
UAE Embassy in Turkmenistan announces vacancy
The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Turkmenistan is looking for candidates aged 27-40 years old for the following vacancy: Employee of the Consular Section Functions: - provide consular services and administrative support to the head of section - Support to emergency consular services, including out of office hours as required; - Drafting monthly … [Read more...]
UAE Embassy Opens Emirati-Turkmen Library to Promote Cultural Exchange
The UAE Embassy in the Republic of Turkmenistan has opened the Emirati-Turkmen Library and launched Arabic language classes at the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages in the capital, Ashgabat, WAM reports. The opening ceremony was attended by Mahri Byashimova, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Ahmed Al Hameli, UAE Ambassador to … [Read more...]
Association “Turkmen Logistics” and the Latvian National Association of Freight Forwarders and Logistics signed a Memorandum of Understanding
On the sidelines of the Latvia-Central Asia Transport and Logistics Business Forum in Riga, the Turkmen Logistics Association and the Latvian National Association of Freight Forwarders and Logistics (LAFF) have inked a Memorandum of Understanding, the Turkmen Logistics Association informs. The MoU is focused on such key areas of cooperation such as the exchange of … [Read more...]
UAE invites the President of Turkmenistan to the 28th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change
The UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan sent a letter to President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov with an invitation to participate in the 28th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28). The letter was handed by UAE Ambassador to Turkmenistan Ahmed Al Hameli to the Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs of … [Read more...]
Israeli Foreign Minister to visit Turkmenistan
Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen will fly from Azerbaijan to Turkmenistan on Wednesday night (19 April), becoming the first Israeli minister to visit the Central Asian state in the last three decades, The Times of Israel reports. During the visit, Minister Cohen will inaugurate the Israeli Embassy in Ashgabat. On Thursday, 20 April, the head of the Israeli chief … [Read more...]
China to discuss grandiose plan for development of relations with Turkmenistan and Central Asian countries
At the upcoming six-party summit with Central Asian countries, China will present an extensive cooperation plan. This was announced in the congratulatory message of Chinese President Xi Jinping to President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov on the occasion of the International Nowruz Day. Welcoming the participation of the President of Turkmenistan in the first … [Read more...]
UAE’s Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy enhances cooperation with Turkmenistan
The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Turkmenistan, in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, organized a visit to Ashgabat by Nikolay Mladenov, Director General of the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy. During his very eventful visit, Mladenov met with Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, Minister of Foreign Affairs … [Read more...]
Association “Turkmen Logistics” took part in a series of international meetings
Marine logistics in Trans-Eurasian transportation On 23 May, the International Coordinating Council on Trans-Eurasian Transportation (CCTT) organized a meeting of the Working Group on Maritime Logistics in a hybrid format, which was attended by more than 90 representatives from 9 countries, including representatives of the Association “Turkmen Logistics”. The event was … [Read more...]
UK Minister for Europe to visit Tajikistan and Turkmenistan
Minister for Europe of the United Kingdom Leo Docherty will visit Tajikistan and Turkmenistan to step up engagement with these countries in the field of energy security, climate and strengthening trade ties, the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office said. On the eve of his trip, Leo Docherty commented: “Since their independence, the UK has been unwavering in its … [Read more...]
Ukrainian company starts the construction of underground collectors in Ashgabat
The Ukrainian construction association "Interbudmontazh", specializing in the construction of tunnels and subways, has begun construction of a system of underground drainage collectors in Ashgabat, the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper reports. According to Arslan Amangeldiyev, Chief Engineer of the Ashgabat City municipality, the aim of the new project's engineering structures … [Read more...]
Astana to host USA+CA session on Afghanistan
Thomas West, the US Special Representative for Afghanistan, and Rina Amiri, the Special Envoy for Afghan Women, Girls, and Human Rights, will travel to Astana, Kazakhstan, and Doha, Qatar, from July 26 to 31, says US State Department. In Astana, they will meet with their counterparts from Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan for a C5+1 … [Read more...]
UN General Assembly adopts annual resolution on promoting a culture of peace, affirming support for Turkmenistan’s initiatives in building trust and dialogue in international relations
The 79th plenary meeting of the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly took place, during which the annual resolution entitled "Follow-up to the Declaration and Programme of Action on a Culture of Peace” presented by Bangladesh, was adopted. Taking into account the activities undertaken by Turkmenistan to promote a culture of peace and inter-state dialogue, the … [Read more...]
UN General Assembly published in six official languages the outcomes of the international conferences convened in Ashgabat in May 2023
The following outcome documents of the international conferences held in Turkmenistan were published as an official document of the 77th session of the UN General Assembly: Summary statement of the International Conference on transport and transit corridors: interconnectedness and development 2023, held in Ashgabat on 3 and 4 May 2023 (click to open full document); … [Read more...]
Ambassador of Turkmenistan hold a meeting at TURKSOY headquarters
Mekan Ishanguliyev, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Ankara, and Merdan Nurmuradov, the newly appointed Representative of Turkmenistan to TURKSOY met on 20 March 2023, Monday, with TURSKOY Secretary General Sultan Raev and staff members of the organization at organization’s headquarters. During the meeting, the sides discussed the cooperation between TURKSOY and … [Read more...]
UN headquarters hosted a meeting on sustainable urban transport under the chairmanship of Turkmenistan – a model of Arkadag city was presented
On 17 July, 2023, within the framework of the High-level Forum on Sustainable Development, the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the UN hosted an event on the theme “Sustainable Urban Transport: Preparation for the High-Level Meeting of the UN General Assembly on Sustainable Transport and the model of the city of Arkadag for the implementation of SDG 11", the Ministry of … [Read more...]
The international cooperation of Turkmenistan in the humanitarian and educational areas
Aylar ORAZBAYEVA Turkmenistan is known today as a state relying on modern achievements of scientific and technological progress, new technologies and innovations, science, education and culture. In that context, the Government attaches great importance to the formation of young generation, with ample opportunities to get modern education and engage in scientific and creative … [Read more...]
Azerbaijan has laid a submarine pipeline ordered by Turkmenistan
The Azerbaijan Caspian Shipping Company (ASCO) has laid an underwater pipeline at the Lam and Zhdanov oil field in the Turkmen sector of the Caspian Sea, ASCO's press service reports. The works ordered by Turkmenistan were carried out by the pipe-laying vessel "Suleyman Vezirov". A four-inch thick gas pipeline has been extended from the LAM-B platform to the LAM-C and … [Read more...]
UN RCO in Turkmenistan sharpens focus on SDGs ahead of summit in New York
The SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) are like solid islands in this increasing turbulence around us. The world cannot hope to come out unscathed without faithful adherence to the implementation of the SDGs. The SDG Summit is scheduled for September 2023 during the seventy-eighth session of the General Assembly. According to the media advisory shared by the office of … [Read more...]
Azerbaijan started exporting cotton fiber to Turkmenistan
Azerbaijan has started exporting cotton fiber to Turkmenistan, the Ministry of Economy of Azerbaijan said. Cotton fiber suppliers are the producers operating in Azerbaijan - the companies “MKT IK", “Azərpambıq" and “P-Agro". At the initial stage, 30 thousand tons of cotton fiber will be shipped from the Baku International Commercial Sea Port to Turkmenistan. In the … [Read more...]
Turkmen scientists researched materials about Magtymguly’s art in Spain
Representatives of the scientific and educational communities of Turkmenistan paid a working visit to Spain in March this year, the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper reports. These events were organized by the Ministry of Science and Innovation of the Kingdom of Spain, the University of Granada, as well as the Academy of Sciences, the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of … [Read more...]
UN Secretary-General appoints Mr. Kaha Imnadze of Georgia as Special Representative and Head of the United Nations Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (UNRCCA)
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres announced today the appointment of Kaha Imnadze of Georgia as his Special Representative and Head of the United Nations Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (UNRCCA), located in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. Mr. Imnadze succeeds Ms. Natalia Gherman of Moldova who was appointed as Executive Director of the … [Read more...]
Turkmen customs officers visited Pakistan
From 14 to 17 March 2023, an exchange visit of the delegation of the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan to Pakistan was held within the framework of the Global Program of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and the World Customs Organization for Container Control. The purpose of the visit was to study the best practices of Pakistan in the field of cargo … [Read more...]
UN-Habitat Delegation Visits Turkmenistan to Promote Sustainable Urban Development
From September 5th to 9th, 2023, the delegation from the United Nations Human Settlements Program (UN-Habitat) embarked on a vital mission to Turkmenistan. Photo: © UN Turkmenistan The delegation, consisting of Ms. Katja Schaefer, Interregional Advisor for Eastern Europe and Central Asia in the Program Development Branch, Global Solutions Department, and Mr. … [Read more...]
Biden plans summit with Central Asian leaders
US President Joe Biden plans to hold the first summit in the C5+1 format with the participation of the Presidents of Central Asian countries. This follows from a letter addressed by Biden to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan. “I hope you will join me and our fellow leaders for a formal C5+1 meeting on September 19 or September 20 to discuss how we can all … [Read more...]
UN-TURKMENISTAN: STRATEGY FOR PEACE, SECURITY AND COMMON DEVELOPMENT
A strategically important area of foreign policy and diplomacy of Turkmenistan is active and consolidated participation in solving key issues of our time, comprehensive and active assistance in building up a positive international dialogue in order to strengthen global peace and stability, develop constructive cooperation at the regional and global levels. As the President … [Read more...]
Lower House of the Parliament of Kazakhstan ratified the Agreement on the regime of the Kazakh-Turkmen state border
The Majilis of Kazakhstan (the lower house of Parliament) adopted the law "On ratification of the agreement between the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Government of Turkmenistan on the regime of the Kazakh-Turkmen state border," Kazakh media reported. "On 25 October 2021, an agreement on the regime of the Kazakh-Turkmen state border was signed between the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan celebrates Nowruz
Grand celebration of Nowruz was held across Turkmenistan on 21 March 2023. Main festivities took place in in Novruz Yaylasy site near Ashgabat. Among the foreign guests of the colorful performances were delegates of the International Conference on Tourism and international observers for the parliamentary elections. Theatrical performances, demonstration of folk crafts, … [Read more...]
BOMCA 10 contributes to assurance of legal guarantees and human rights protection in the law enforcement systems in Turkmenistan
From July 17 to 18, the EU-funded Border Management Programme in Central Asia (BOMCA 10) held a workshop in Ashgabat for officers of border agencies (BG) and law enforcement agencies (LEA) of Turkmenistan on human rights, gender, eliminating sexual harassment, and gender sensitivity. Activity aims to familiarise participants with human rights, gender issues, indicators of … [Read more...]
Under the chairmanship of Turkmenistan, the UN General Assembly hosted a debate on the Zone of Peace, Trust and Cooperation in Central Asia
On May 16, 2023, the debate of the United Nations General Assembly initiated by Turkmenistan on agenda item 61 "Zone of Peace, Trust and Cooperation in Central Asia" was held. During the debate held under the chairmanship of Turkmenistan as Vice-President of the UN General Assembly, statements were made by the United Nations Member States. Emphasizing the importance of … [Read more...]
Media roundtable in Turkmenistan focuses on fake news, social media – Part One
nCa Report It was stepping into the uncharted territory, literally. --- The media roundtable hosted jointly by the foreign office of Turkmenistan and the OSCE Centre in Ashgabat on 14 April 2023 was a unique and unprecedented event. The theme of the roundtable was – “New formats of cooperation in the international information environment.” It was not the kind of event we … [Read more...]
UNDP in Turkmenistan continues to enhance knowledge of local farmers on horticulture
Within the framework of the project “Conservation and Sustainable Management of Land Resources and High Nature Value Ecosystems in the Aral Sea Basin for Multiple Benefits”, jointly implemented by UNDP and the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, a hands-on training in horticulture was held on 14 September 2023 in Ruhubelent etrap of Dashoguz velayat. The … [Read more...]
BOMCA 10 keeps strengthening the investigation capacities of investigators in the field of cross-border crimes
From 22 to 24 May, the EU-funded Border Management Programme in Central Asia (BOMCA 10), in partnership with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, organised a national workshop in Ashgabat for investigators and crime intelligence officers specialised in investigation of trafficking in human beings and migrant smuggling. This is the fifth and final workshop of its kind … [Read more...]
Cooperation areas between Turkmenistan and the IAEA were discussed
On March 20, 2023, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan V. Hajiyev met with the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency M. Gross. During the meeting held at the IAEA headquarters, the parties positively evaluated the active progress of mutual cooperation. Both sides attached great importance to international documents that are under the … [Read more...]
BOMCA 10 organized ToT on car and truck searches for the representatives of the State Customs Service and the State Frontier Service of Turkmenistan
From 11 to 13 July 2023, the EU-funded Border Management Programme in Central Asia (BOMCA 10) held a training-of-trainers (ToT) session on car and truck searches for the State Customs Service and the State Frontier Service of Turkmenistan, which is responsible for organising the training process and development of the methodology for inspecting vehicles. The ToT session was … [Read more...]
Media roundtable in Turkmenistan focuses on fake news, social media – Part Two
nCa Report The media roundtable organized jointly by the foreign ministry of Turkmenistan and the OSCE Centre in Ashgabat was held in the entrance hall of the institute of international relations. After the brief inaugural remarks by the deputy ministry of foreign affairs of Turkmenistan, Mahri Bashimova, and Ambassador John MacGregor, the head of the OSCE mission, the … [Read more...]
UNDP and the British Embassy in Turkmenistan convene the sixth coordination meeting of the Climate Group of Development Partners
Ashgabat, 15 September 2023: Today, UNDP and the British Embassy in Turkmenistan in a hybrid format held regular Coordination meeting of the Climate Group of Development Partners aimed at continuing the established dialogue to accelerate the efforts of the Government of Turkmenistan to implement its international commitments under the Paris Agreement on Climate Change. The … [Read more...]
BOMCA and OSCE conducted trainings on document security for Turkmen migration and border management personnel
From 5 to 7 July 2023, the EU-funded Border Management Programme in Central Asia (BOMCA 10) in partnership with the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) held the second national training of trainers (ToT, basic level) on document security for the officers and teaching staff of the State Migration Service and the State Frontier Service of … [Read more...]
Meet Merjen from Turkmenistan, striving to unleash the power of women and girls in Tech
Marking 2023 International Girls in ICT Day, 27 April Jahan Saparmamedova, UNDP Turkmenistan Communications Analyst Merjen Saparmyradova graduated from the International Turkmen-Turkish University with a degree in software engineering and system administration. She believes that knowledge in technology and increased participation of women and girls in the development of … [Read more...]
Breaking News: Foreign Office of Turkmenistan clarifies position on Trans-Caspian gas pipeline issues
The foreign ministry of Turkmenistan issued a press release on 24 July 2023, clarifying in detail the issues related to the Trans-Caspian gas pipeline. Here is the translation of the text of the press release: Recently, a number of international media have started to comment on the possibilities of implementing a project for the supply of Turkmen natural gas in the … [Read more...]
UNDP and the Institute of State, Law and Democracy of Turkmenistan convened a series of workshops on the occasion of the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Ashgabat, May 16, 2023: The series of seminars “Harmonization of the legislation of Turkmenistan in the field of human rights with the norms of international law” held on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the 30th anniversary of the Vienna Declaration and Action Plan was completed. The events were held from 2 to 16 May 2023 in … [Read more...]
UNDP and the Ombudsperson`s Office of Turkmenistan promote human rights education in journalism
Ashgabat, 10-11 May 2023: UNDP and the Ombudsperson`s Office in Turkmenistan convened a workshop in a hybrid format on the “Best practices for human rights education in journalism. Cooperation of journalists with the Office of the Ombudsperson on the coverage of human rights issues in the Media”. The event was attended by representatives of the Office of the Ombudsperson of … [Read more...]
Mother Nature is the greatest of artists – Caspian beach of Turkmenistan is its canvas
Elvira Kadyrova Mother Nature is the greatest of artists, the ultimate inspiration of all things creative. The whole world is its canvas is its canvas. The Caspian beach of Turkmenistan including the Awaza national tourist zone is an attractive part of this canvas. Here are some of the masterpieces of Mother Nature we captured recently at the Caspian beach of … [Read more...]