Despite the pandemic restrictions in 2022, the Belarusian-Turkmen trade and economic cooperation had a positive dynamic. The trade turnover between the two countries increased by 46.6% in 2022, said the Ambassador of the Republic of Belarus to Turkmenistan Vyacheslav Beskosty in an interview with the newspaper "Neutral Turkmenistan". This year marks the 30th anniversary of … [Read more...]
Traditional Turkmen Yurt delights visitors at International Festival in Constanta
On 1-4 September 2023, the Turquoise Venus Beach in the city of Constanta hosted the annual international Turkish-Tatar festival "Kara Ulis Kurultai" was held on, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Romania reports. As part of the festive program, an exhibition-fair was held, as well as creative and craft workshops of 40 participating countries were presented. Special … [Read more...]
Trans-Caspian Pipeline – The Legal Position – nCa Analysis with complete text of Caspian Convention
nCa Analysis There is the ongoing conversation about the Trans-Caspian Pipeline for the transportation of the natural gas from Turkmenistan to Azerbaijan and onward to the European markets. Turkmenistan has clarified its position through a press release of the foreign office, issued on 24 July 2023. The English and the Russian versions of the press release can be found at … [Read more...]
Turkmen Marine and River ways Agency invites Dragon Oil for investment cooperation
On 24 January 2023 the representatives of the «Turkmendenizderyayollary» (Turkmen Marine and River Ways) Agency met via videoconference with the representatives of “Dragon Oil” company (UAE), says the Agency in a press release. During the meeting it was noted that the close cooperation with “Dragon Oil” in the field of maritime transport has been carried out for many years … [Read more...]
Transport and Tourism: the key to boost cooperation between Turkmenistan and Astrakhan region
On Wednesday, 23 August 2023, the head of the Balkan region of Turkmenistan met via videoconference with the governor of the Astrakhan region of Russia Igor Babushkin. During the meeting, the parties discussed promising areas of cooperation, says the press service of the Ministry of External Relations of the Astrakhan region. The meeting was attended from the Russian … [Read more...]
Emomali Rahmon invited President of Turkmenistan for official visit to Tajikistan
During telephone talks on Friday, 27 January, the President of Tajikistan invited President Serdar Berdimuhamedov to pay an official visit to Tajikistan. The heads of state exchanged congratulations on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Tajikistan and Turkmenistan. The Presidents noted with satisfaction the … [Read more...]
Transport Ministers of Central Asian States Adopt Joint Communiqué at Dushanbe meeting, Approve Draft Agreement on Land Transport
The Central Asian countries highlighted the important role of transport and logistics as a basis for promoting international trade, economic growth and sustainable development. This is stated in the Joint Communique adopted today (13 Sep) following the First Meeting of transport ministers of the countries of the region, which took place in Dushanbe, the Ministry of Transport of … [Read more...]
Transylvania Group featured Romanian best folk dance traditions in Ashgabat
Ravilya Kadyrova and Elvira Kadyrova Sunday evening on 18 June gifted Ashgabat an unforgettable show – a celebration of dance and fun, hosted by the Romanian National Folklore Ensemble "Transylvania". A dance group from this European country participated in the International Folklore and Dance Festival, which recently took place in the Turkmen tourist zone Avaza. The … [Read more...]
Trapeznikov: Turkmenistan’s foreign trade volumes showed significant growth
Economic observer for Turkmenistan Valentin Trapeznikov announced data on the growth of the country's exports in the first five months of 2023. In the summer of 2022, Turkmenistan, like many other countries, began to gradually lift pandemic restrictions, including those related to trade and economic relations with other countries, in this regard, the volume of … [Read more...]
Туркменистан осудил вооруженное нападение на посольство Азербайджана в Иране
Министерство иностранных дел Туркменистана осуждает вооружённое нападение на Посольство Азербайджанской Республики в Исламской Республике Иран, совершённое 27 января 2023 года, в результате которого есть погибший и раненые среди сотрудников дипломатической миссии. Туркменистан заявляет о недопустимости нападения на дипломатические представительства и применения какого-либо … [Read more...]
Tripartite joint mission to support the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan in the operationalization of “One Health” approach in Turkmenistan
On May 8, 2023, WHO Country Office in Turkmenistan welcomed Regional tripartite joint technical mission on the implementation of the “One Health” approach in Turkmenistan. The Regional tripartite mission includes representatives of WHO Europe, United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and World Organization for Animal Health in Central Asia. The mission aimed … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan condemns armed attack on Azeri embassy in Iran
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan condemns the armed attack on the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in the Islamic Republic of Iran on January 27, 2023, as a result of which there are dead and wounded among the staff of the diplomatic mission. Turkmenistan declares the inadmissibility of attacks on diplomatic missions and the use of any violence against … [Read more...]
Turkic States Look to Enhance Intraregional Connectivity Through Transport Corridors
The 2nd Meeting of the Heads of Railway Administrations of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) took place on 14 September 2023 in Istanbul under the moderation of Mirvokhid Azimov, Deputy Secretary General of the Organization of Turkic States. The meeting was attended by the Secretary General of OTG K.Omuraliev, as well as heads and deputy heads of railway companies of … [Read more...]
Official meeting marking the announcement of 2023 as a “International Year of Dialogue as a Guarantee of Peace”
On January 27, 2023, an official ceremony was held at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan dedicated to the announcement of 2023 as the “International Year of Dialogue as a Guarantee of Peace”. The event was held in a hybrid format under the conduction of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The event was … [Read more...]
Turkish contractors have fulfilled $50.9 billion worth construction projects in Turkmenistan
Turkish contractors were awarded a total of 110 projects worth $7.5 billion abroad in the first six months this year, Hurriyet Daily News says with reference with the Trade Ministry of Turkiye. This marked a 63 % growth year-on-year basis. Between 1972 and June 2023, Turkish contractors have undertaken a total of 11,758 projects in 133 countries worth of $480.5 … [Read more...]
Turkish embassy in Turkmenistan marks 500 years of Turkish Foreign Ministry – New plaque at embassy entrance unveiled
nCa News and Commentary The embassy of Türkiye in Turkmenistan hosted on 2 May 2023 an event to mark the 500 years of the Turkish Foreign Ministry. A photo exhibition was arranged in the embassy to show some key personalities and occasions in the long history of the diplomacy of the Ottoman Empire, merging with the modern-day Republic of Türkiye. It coincided with the … [Read more...]
Turkish experts may take part in the restoration of historical sites in Turkmenistan
During the meeting on Wednesday, 28 June, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and Secretary General of the Union of Engineers and Architects of the Turkic World Ilyas Demirji exchanged views on the preservation and restoration of historical monuments in Turkmenistan. In this context, the National Leader of the Turkmen people expressed readiness to … [Read more...]
Embassy of Israel in Turkmenistan marks International Holocaust Remembrance Day
nCa News and Commentary The embassy of Israel in Turkmenistan in cooperation with the UN system in Turkmenistan arranged a gathering on 27 January 2023 to mark the International Holocaust Remembrance Day (The International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust 2023). The event was hosted jointly by Ambassador Itzhak Carmel Kagan and the UN Resident … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan to develop a Strategy for International Youth Partnership
Turkmenistan intends to develop a strategy for international youth partnership and considers opening branches of foreign universities in national universities. This was stated by Deputy Prime Minister, Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov during a Cabinet meeting on Thursday, 26 January. According to Meredov, the long-term Strategy's purpose is to ensure that young Turkmen people … [Read more...]
Turkmen Ambassador Presents Credentials to Emir of Qatar
On August 17, 2023, the ceremony of presenting credentials by Ambassador M.Seyitmammedov to the Emir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani as the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Qatar was held in the Palace of the Emir of the State of Qatar. In the framework of ceremony, the Ambassador conveyed warm greetings and best wishes to … [Read more...]
Turkmen Ambassador presents his credentials to the President of the European Commission
On July 28, 2023, Ambassador Palvanov presented his credentials to the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen. During the conversation, the Ambassador reaffirmed Turkmenistan's commitment to further strengthening of bilateral collaboration mechanisms in all possible areas. The Turkmen diplomat also stressed the need of maintaining high-level contacts EU … [Read more...]
Turkmen Ambassador spoke at UNESCO about the role of the Russian language in intercultural communication
On 6 June 2023, UNESCO headquarters hosted an event dedicated to the Russian Language Day organized by the Permanent Missions of the Russian Federation, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, the Republic of Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. The program of the event included the opening ceremony, followed by a concert with the … [Read more...]
Turkmen and Korean shipbuilders to jointly build two bulk carriers
The Turkmen Shipbuilding and Ship Repair Plant "Balkan" and the Korean company "Koryo Shipbuilding Industry Technology Co., Ltd." (KSIT) have signed a contract for the joint construction of two dry cargo vessels with a capacity of 6,100 tons. Highly qualified engineers from KSIT and local staff from the Balkan plant will work together on the project. As part of the deal, … [Read more...]
Turkmen and Tajik foreign ministers held political consultations in Ashgabat
Today, on 15 July 2023, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held talks with the delegation of Tajikistan led by his counterpart Sirojiddin Muhriddin. The delegation is on two-day visit to Ashgabat. During the political consultations, a wide range of pressing issues related to the strategic partnership between Turkmenistan and the Republic of … [Read more...]
Turkmen Businessmen visited Romania
On 20-26 April 2023, a delegation of Turkmen businessmen visited Romania. They took part in the following events and meetings, the Embassy of Turkmenistan to Romania said in a press release. On 24 April 2023, the Turkmen delegation took part in a business forum organized by the Romanian investment company Avangarde Group. The purpose of the event is to promote the … [Read more...]
Turkmen customs officers attended EU project seminar on establishing a framework of customs competencies
From 13 to 15 June, the EU-funded Border Management Programme in Central Asia (BOMCA 10) held a Regional workshop in Astana, Kazakhstan, for the heads and key staff of the Customs agencies of the Central Asian countries. On behalf of Turkmenistan, the meeting was attended by the head of the Training Center at the State Customs Service, employees of the personnel departments … [Read more...]
Turkmen customs officers learned the specifics of risk management at a seminar sponsored by the Chinese Customs Cooperation Fund
From 22 to 26 May 2023, with the assistance of the World Customs Organization (WCO) and with the sponsorship of the China Customs Cooperation Fund (CCF China), a risk management seminar was organized for employees of the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan. The seminar was attended by 20 specialists from various departments involved in the process of implementing the risk … [Read more...]
Turkmen customs officers studied Kazakhstan’s experience in customs risk management and WTO commitments
From May 3 to 5, the EU-funded Border Management Programme in Central Asia (BOMCA 10) in cooperation with USAID’s Trade Central Asia Activity (TCA) held a national seminar in Ashgabat for customs officers involved in risk management, countering of customs violations, automatization of customs procedures. This event aimed at strengthening potential of customs service in the … [Read more...]
Turkmen Delegation met with Pakistani PM – Joint Implementation Plan for the Expedited Implementation of the TAPI signed
On 8 June 2023, the second day of the visit, the delegation of Turkmenistan headed by Mr. Maksat Babayev, State Minister – Chairman of State Concern “Turkmengas”, called on Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif, Embassy of Turkmenistan to Pakistan said in a press release. During the meeting, the Turkmen side briefed the Prime Minister on the progress in the … [Read more...]
Turkmen delegation takes part in the session of the UN Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice
These days, a delegation headed by the Deputy Prosecutor General of Turkmenistan is taking part in the 32nd session of the UN Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice (CCPCJ) in Vienna. The session began on May 22 and will continue until May 26, 2023, Turkmen Embassy to Austria reports. The topic for the Commission's discussion this year is "Improving the … [Read more...]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov met with the heads of Ukrainian construction companies
Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met on Wednesday, 25 January, with Alexander Tislenko CEO of Altcom and Vladimir Petruk, head of Interbudmontazh. The meeting took place on the bridge located on the 798th kilometer of the Karakum river. DPM, foreign minister Rashid Meredov, Chairman of the State Committee for the Construction of the administrative … [Read more...]
Turkmen Delegation wrapped up visit to Korea – DPM for energy and construction had a series of meeting with S.Korean business community
From 17 to 21 July 2023, the official delegation of Turkmenistan led by Deputy Prime Minister Baymyrat Annamammedov (energy, construction, industry) visited the Republic of Korea. The Embassy of Korea to Turkmenistan published a press release, summarizing the outcomes of the visit: Within the framework of the visit, the delegation consisted of the official … [Read more...]
Turkmen Deputy FM to participate in the Third High-Level Counter-Terrorism Week at UNHQ in New York
Vepa Hajiyev, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, will be visiting the United Nations Headquarters (UNHQ) in New York to take part in the Third High-Level Counter-Terrorism Week (CT Week) from 19 to 20 June 2023, the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the UN said in a press release. The theme of the 3rd UN High-level Conference of Heads of … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Afghanistan discuss several joint energy projects
Recently the Acting Minister of Energy and Water of Afghanistan Mulla Abdul Latif Mansoor and the Executive Chairman of Afghanistan’s National Power Utility (DABs) Alhaji Maulawi Muhammad Hanif Hamza visited Turkmenistan to extend the electricity supply contract and develop joint cooperation. According to Afghan Ministry of Energy and Water, the extension of the electricity … [Read more...]
Turkmen doctors performed a complex pediatric surgery using an innovative technique
For the first time in Turkmenistan, the Scientific and Clinical Center for Maternal and Child Health (Ashgabat) performed orthopedic surgery using the Pemberton method on 5-years old Atajan Shokhradov from Lebap province, the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper writes. The new method was mastered by Turkmen specialists a year ago during the visit to Turkmenistan of Professor … [Read more...]
Turkmen DPM and S.Korean minister for trade, industry and energy discussed joint projects
Turkmenistan’s Deputy Prime Minister for energy, construction and industry Baymyrat Annamamedov, who is on working visit to Seoul, met with the Minister Trade, Industry and Energy of Korea Lee Chang-yang. Currently, South Korean companies are working to win two projects to build fertilizer factories -- one in the Balkan region and the other in the city of Turkmenabat, Yonhap … [Read more...]
Turkmen DPM for energy, construction and industry met with Korean PM in Seoul
On Monday, 17 July, Prime Minister Han Duck-Soo of Korea received Turkmenistan’s Deputy Prime Minister for Energy, Construction and Industry Baimurat Anamamedov, Yonhap News reports. Prime Minister Han welcomed the visit of DPM Anamamedov to Korea and said that this year marks the 15th anniversary of the establishment of bilateral partnership between the two countries, and … [Read more...]
Turkmen Energy Officials is on visit to Pakistan – TAP and TAPI projects under spotlight
On 7 June 2023, the delegation of Turkmenistan arrived in Islamabad for a two-day visit to discuss the implementation of the TAPI Gas Pipeline Project and the TAP Power Transmission Line Project, Embassy of Turkmenistan to Pakistan said in a press release. On the same day, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Energy of Pakistan between the delegation of Turkmenistan headed … [Read more...]
Turkmen envoy met in the Netherlands with the world’s major manufacturer of marine technologies
The Turkmenistan’s Ambassador to Belgium Sapar Palvanov met with Jan-Peter Klaver, CEO of Royal IHC, world’s largest manufacturer of marine technologies. Turkmen envoy visited the company's training center and industrial facility located in Kinderdijk, the Netherlands. The Ambassador discussed with the Dutch businessman the prospects and opportunities for deepening … [Read more...]
Turkmen Envoy presents credentials to President of Portugal
On September 7, 2023, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Portugal (with residence in Paris) Maksat Charyev presented his credentials to the President of the Portuguese Republic Marcel Rebelo de Sousa. As part of the presentation ceremony, the Ambassador conveyed greetings and best wishes on behalf of the President of Turkmenistan Serdar … [Read more...]
Turkmen Envoy to UNESCO highlighted his country’s efforts in preserving national cultural heritage
On 6 June 2023, Ambassador, Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan to UNESCO, Mr. Maksat Chariev attended the Ninth session of the Conference of Parties to the Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions, held at UNESCO headquarters in Paris, Turkmenistan’s Embassy to France reports. At the opening session, the members of the Bureau … [Read more...]
Turkmen Film Crew to Shoot Film About Magtymguly in Astrakhan
Next week, a film group from Ashgabat will arrive in Astrakhan, which will take part in shooting a film about Magtymguly poet. This was announced by the Minister of External Relations of the Astrakhan region Vladimir Golovkov at a meeting with the head of the Department of International Relations of the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan Bilbil Babayeva. "We have prepared a … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan will import oil produced by Petronas in Turkmenistan
The oil and gas company of Uzbekistan "Uzbekneftegaz" held a working meeting with the delegation of the company "Petronas Carigali (Turkmenistan) Sdn Bhd", which is on a working visit to Uzbekistan. "During the talks, the parties first of all considered the implementation of the agreements reached earlier and the issue of expanding bilateral cooperation. The importance of … [Read more...]
Turkmen Fruit Holding Miwe – a success story of the horticultural industry
A few years ago, companies "Gök bulut", "Hemsaýa", "Miweli atiz", "Datly miwe" established a holding company – Open Joint Stock Company "Miwe", whose specialization is the cultivation of raw materials for the production of vegetables, fruit products, the production of dried fruits. The Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper tells about the holding’s activities. The total area of the … [Read more...]
Turkmen gas can be one of the solutions to the European energy crisis, Hungarian FM says
Hungary sees Turkmenistan as one of the possible solutions to the current European energy crisis, said Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Economic Relations of Hungary Peter Szijjarto in his official Instagram account. "Turkmenistan's natural gas may play a significant role in this, but there is a lack of adequate transport routes to Europe. We are interested in … [Read more...]
ECO Holds 26th Meeting of the Council of Ministers
The 26th Meeting of the ECO Council of Ministers (COM) was held in Tashkent on 24 January 2023 under the chairmanship of the Acting Foreign Minister of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Saidov. The event was attended by: Foreign minister of Azerbaijan Jeyhun Bayramov Foreign minister of Iran Hossein Amir Abdollahiyan Foreign minister of Kazakhstan - Mukhtar Tleuberdi … [Read more...]
Turkmen Health Minister addressed 76th session of World Health Assembly
On 23 May 2023 the delegation of Turkmenistan led by Dr. Atageldi Germanov, Minister of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan has participated in the 76th Session of the World Health Assembly. During the high-level segment of the Session, the head of the Turkmen delegation delivered a statement in which he highlighted Turkmenistan's efforts to ensure the health of … [Read more...]
Institute of Forecasting and Macroeconomic Research of Uzbekistan assessed the intraregional cooperation in Central Asia
Today, more and more countries are paying attention to deepening integration processes with their neighbors. This is especially evident within the regions. There is an increase in the so-called regionalization. Regionalization is a response of countries to external conditions, a potential to strengthen their positions on the global market and address existing intraregional … [Read more...]
Turkmen LPG delivered to Pakistan via Afghanistan
Pakistan has received its first-ever shipment of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from Turkmenistan, which was transported through the southern Afghan province of Kandahar. The shipment arrived at the Chaman border crossing on Friday, according to Pakistani officials, BNN Breaking reports. The shipment was transported through Afghanistan as part of a pilot project that aims to … [Read more...]
Turkmen Motor Transport Agency to launch a system of electronic waybills
On Wednesday, 7 June, the President of Turkmenistan signed a decree ordering the Agency for Transport and Communications under the Cabinet of Ministers to ensure the creation of an electronic information exchange system for the electronic consignment note of the agency "Turkmenawtoulaglary" (Turkmen Motor Transport) or e-CMR system. This step will be a practical measure for … [Read more...]