Today, July 31, 2023, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with a delegation of the People's Republic of China headed by Chen Gang, member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, Secretary of the CPC Committee of Qinghai Province. During the talks, the parties discussed topical aspects of the Turkmen-Chinese … [Read more...]
Turkmen Merchant Marine Fleet announces discounts on services between the ports of Turkmenbashi and Baku
Since 1 March 2023 Merchant Marine Fleet of Turkmenistan provides discounts on road freight on Turkmenbashi-Baku (Alat)-Turkmenbashi route. The discounted tariff in one-way trip will be US $ 1,000, and the cost of transportation in both directions will be US $ 1,600. At the moment, JSC “Merchant Marine” Turkmenistan has two ferries of the type "RO-PAX" - "Bagtyyar" and … [Read more...]
It is important to build trust between states, to seek common ground
Askar Shakirov, Vice President of OSCE PA (Kazakhstan) The OSCE holds a unique position in the architecture of Euro-Atlantic and Eurasian security. This is the only forum on security policy that brings together all the countries of Europe, the former Soviet Union, the United States, Canada and Mongolia. The OSCE is an international organization with broad capabilities … [Read more...]
Baku Shipyard may place its orders at the Turkmen shipyard
On 22-23 February 2023, the management of the Baku Shipyard paid a working visit to Turkmenbashi, the Agency of Maritime and River Transport of Turkmenistan reports. During the visit, the parties discussed opportunities for further expansion of bilateral cooperation in the field of shipbuilding, as well as the exchange of experience. The Azerbaijani delegation visited … [Read more...]
ITC:WTO membership can boost Central Asia’s integration
With Uzbekistan poised to join the global economy, WTO membership can also be a springboard for regional integration among Central Asian countries. Economic cooperation between Central Asia’s five ‘Stans’ – Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan – could be bolstered if the republics harmonized their trade rules and procedures. This emerged at the … [Read more...]
Japan Honors Turkmenistan Karate-Do Federation Honorary Chairman for Promoting Sport
Honorary Chairman of the Karate-do Federation of Turkmenistan Mametnazarov Yashuzak was awarded a Certificate of Honor from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan, the Embassy of Japan in Turkmenistan reports in social networks. The diploma was solemnly presented by the Ambassador of Japan to Ashgabat Hiroyuki Yamamoto at his residence. Mametnazarov first started … [Read more...]
UNICEF and Ministry of Defense of Turkmenistan trained all national partners on Child Protection in Emergencies
March 1, 2023 – The recent major earthquakes in Turkiye once again showed how vulnerable and fragile human life can be. The number and severity of emergencies are dramatically increasing in the world. Over the past 20 years alone, about 3 million people have died because of natural disasters. Every third of them was a child. In any disaster, children are among the most … [Read more...]
Japanese Painter Michio Komine’s Painting of Akhal-Teke Horse Draws Widespread Attention at International Exhibition
On 10 September, 2023, Japanese painter Michio Komine presented her composition entitled "Turkmenistan" at the opening ceremony of the 55th International Exhibition "Shin-Inten" in Tokyo. The painting depicts an Akhal-Teke horse against the backdrop of the Turkmen flag and blooming meadow. According to the organizers of the International Exhibition, the painting has … [Read more...]
Jewish new year Rosh Ha Shana celebrated in Ashgabat
Ambassador Ismail Khaldi of Israel to Turkmenistan hosted about 33 representatives from the Jewish community in Ashgabat and the Ambassador of UAE H.E. Ahmed Al Hameli to celebrate Jewish new year Rosh Ha Shana. Here is speech of Ambassador Ismail during the event: "Shalom and welcome everyone. It is not official but rather like a family event It is the first time we … [Read more...]
Participation of the delegation of Turkmenistan in the meeting of the heads of foreign affairs agencies of the «C5 + 1»
On February 28, 2023, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan R. Meredov participated in the regular meeting of the heads of foreign ministries of the countries of Central Asia and the United States in the «C5 + 1» format in Astana. The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and the US Secretary of State … [Read more...]
Kazakh Humanitarian Law University Receives Invitation to Attend Major Education Conference in Turkmenistan
Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Kazakhstan Batyr Rejepov visited Maqsut Narikbayev Kazakh Humanitarian Law University (KazGUU), where he met with Chairman of the Board of KazGUU Talgat Narikbayev, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Astana reports. During the meeting, the Chairman of the Management Board spoke about the ongoing work on the part of KazGUU to establish cooperation … [Read more...]
Astana hosted a ministerial meeting USA+Central Asia
nCa Report Contents Kazakhstan will continue its multilateral balanced foreign policy USA to add $25 million for Economic Resilience in Central Asia Initiative U.S. investments in Kazakhstan are estimated at $62 billion. Meeting of the Secretary of State Blinken with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov C5+1 Diplomatic … [Read more...]
UNDP and ROCA OHCHR support the Government of Turkmenistan to prepare for the Dialogue with the UN Human Rights Committee
Ashgabat, 22 February 2023: The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Regional Office for Central Asia of the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (ROCA OHCHR) jointly with the government of Turkmenistan held a methodological workshop to prepare the State delegation for the Dialogue with the UN Human Rights Committee at the Institute of State, Law, … [Read more...]
The UN General Assembly by its resolution confirmed the significant role of the UN Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy in Ashgabat
On February 24, 2023, during the 60th plenary meeting of the 77th session of the UN General Assembly, a resolution "The Role of the United Nations Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia" was adopted by the initiative of Turkmenistan on behalf of the countries of Central Asia under agenda item 58 "Peacebuilding and sustaining peace". The resolution was … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan assumes the chairmanship in the Dialogue of Women of Central Asian Countries in 2023
On Monday, 19 June, Astana hosted a meeting of the Dialogue of Women of Central Asian countries devoted to the ‘The role of women in innovations and technologies development’, organized with the support of the United Nations and the National Commission for Women and Family and Demographic Policy under the President of Kazakhstan, the Majilis of the Parliament of Kazakhstan said … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan at SCO Summit: President Tokayev urged to remain committed to the formation of a multipolar world with the coordinating role of the UN
President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said at the beginning of his speech at online SCO Summit on 4 July 2023: "In the context of a radical transformation of the global world order, we are witnessing an unprecedented increase in geopolitical tensions, the intensification of trade and sanctions wars and many other modern challenges. It is becoming commonplace to … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan Invites Turkmenistan to Regional Conference on Trade Unions’ Role in Tackling Climate Change
On Thursday, 7 September 2023, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Kazakhstan Batyr Rejepov met with the Chairman of the Federation of Trade Unions of Kazakhstan Dauletalin Satybaldy. During the conversation, the parties discussed the prospects for intensifying cooperation between trade union organizations of Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan, and confirmed their mutual willingness … [Read more...]
The UN reaffirmed the role of the UNRCCA in the sustainable development of Central Asia
On 24 February 2023, the 60th plenary meeting of the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York City, unanimously adopted the Resolution “Role of the United Nations Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia”, initiated by Turkmenistan. "The Government of Turkmenistan consistently provides comprehensive support to the activities of the … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan is improving the highway to Turkmenistan
Kazakhstan plans to improve a two-kilometer stretch of road in the Mangystau region leading to the border with Turkmenistan. Pedestrian paths with the resting places will be laid on these sites, Kazinform reports with reference to the press service of the administration of the Karakiyansky district of the Mangystau region. In addition, according to the information, the road … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan offers the EAEU to invest in the port infrastructure of Turkmenistan and Iran
Kazakhstan proposes to consider the possibility of joint investments in the construction of infrastructure in the sea and dry ports of Iran and Turkmenistan. This was stated by the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, addressing on Thursday, 25 May at a meeting of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council in Moscow. According to Tokayev, such investments will … [Read more...]
PETRONAS Carigali invites for Vendor Open Day 2023
PETRONAS Carigali (TURKMENISTAN) Sdn Bhd, invites service providers and contractors to Vendor Open Day 2023, dedicated to Engineering & Construction Services as per below dates. Date: 14 March 2023 Venue: PC(T)SB Kiyanly Plant, PETRONAS Kiyanly Asset Time: 08:00 – 12:00 … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan discuss cross-border cooperation on biodiversity conservation
Representatives of the Ministry of Natural Resources of Uzbekistan, the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan gathered in Nukus (Karakalpakstan) to discuss issues of cooperation on biodiversity conservation on the Ustyurt plateau, the Ministry of Natural Resources of Uzbekistan … [Read more...]
UNDP and the Government of Turkmenistan expand cooperation in digital transformation
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...]