The second stage of the development of the city of Arkadag, envisaging construction of production and infrastructure facilities, opens up wide opportunities for the involvement of Turkish businessmen. This was stated by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov at a meeting with the Minister of Industry … [Read more...]
Photo journey from Ashgabat to the multifaceted and inspiring Italy
Elvira Kadyrova and Ravilya Kadyrova What associations arise in our minds when we hear about Italy? Yes, these are fascinating seascapes, wonderful cinematography, pizza and pasta, which have become an integral part of gastronomic culture almost all over the world, Fiat cars and luxury Lamborghini, the luminaries of science and art Da Vinci, Michelangelo and Italian painting, … [Read more...]
EBRD says Russia’s war on Ukraine has modest impact on Central Asia
Russian war in Ukraine has had a minor influence on Central Asia, with high oil and gas income, a boost in labor, capital, and remittance inflows, as well as benefits from trade with Russia and China. Inflation and debt service expenses still exist, though, says the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) says in its February update of Regional Economic … [Read more...]
Photo report from the opening ceremony of Arkadag city
The inauguration ceremony of the Arkadag City of Turkmenistan was held on 29 June 2023. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov led the festive event. Here are some pictures from the day: #Turkmenistan, #Arkadag_City, #inauguration, #pictures, … [Read more...]
Plenary session of the International Transport Conference in Ashgabat completed
The plenary session of the International Conference and Exhibition "International Transport and Transit Corridors: Interconnection and Development", ongoing in Ashgabat, has ended. The senior officials of the transport sector of Turkmenistan, as well as the heads of international and non-governmental organizations in the field of transport shared their vision of new … [Read more...]
PM Narendra Modi: India has created five pillars of cooperation in the SCO
Opening the online SCO summit on 4 July 2023, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi summed up the results of his country's chairmanship and spoke about efforts to bring multifaceted cooperation in the SCO to new heights. Modi highlighted five new pillars of cooperation established by India within the SCO. These are Startups and Innovation, Traditional Medicine, Youth … [Read more...]
Political consultations between Turkmenistan and the State of Palestine were held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan
On 24 August 2023, political consultations were held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan between Turkmenistan and the State of Palestine at the level of the heads of foreign affairs agencies. From Turkmen side, the negotiations were led by the Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov, from the Palestinian side - by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan provides benefits for TIR cargo transportation
The State Customs Service of Turkmenistan has integrated the TIR-EPD information system with the ASYCUDA World customs information system. TIR-EPD was developed by the International Road Transport Union (IRU) and operates in accordance with the Customs Convention on the International Carriage of Goods under Cover of TIR Carnets (1975). Currently, on the basis of … [Read more...]
President Abbas Invites President Berdimuhamedov to Visit Palestine
On Friday, 25 August 2023, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Palestine and Expatriates, Riyadh al-Maliki, TDH reports. The minister conveyed to the head of Turkmenistan an invitation from President Mahmoud Abbas to visit Palestine. Al-Maliki confirmed his country's desire to further strengthen the traditional … [Read more...]
President and National Leader of Turkmenistan send messages of condolence to leadership of UAE
President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, and the National Leader of Turkmenistan, Arkadag Berdimuhamedov have sent separate messages of condolence to President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Vice President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the sad demise of their brother Sheikh Sayyid bin Zayed Al … [Read more...]
President Ilham Aliyev: Central Asia and Azerbaijan are a single historical and cultural geographical region
"Central Asia and Azerbaijan are a single historical and cultural geographical region of strategic importance in world politics with a growing economy, demography and geopolitical potential," stressed President Ilham Aliyev, who was invited as an honorary guest to the 5th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia in Dushanbe, 14 September. Aliyev said that … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Russia intend to further tap the gas cooperation potential
On Wednesday, 15 February 2023, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Alexey Miller, CEO of the Russian company Gazprom. During the conversation, Miller confirmed his company’s interest in mutually beneficial cooperation with Turkmenistan. As it was noted at the meeting, the fuel and energy sector, where a lot of experience has been accumulated and … [Read more...]
President of Kazakhstan initiates creating an International water and energy consortium in Central Asia
President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev calls for early completion of the process of improving the organizational structure and legal framework of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea, as well as the creation of a mechanism for the effective use of Central Asia's water and energy resources. He stated this, speaking on Friday, 15 September, at a summit of the … [Read more...]
President of Kazakhstan Tokayev proposes to hold a Dialogue on security and cooperation in Central Asia in 2024
President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, in his speech at the 5th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States, said that the summit will largely determine the further dynamics of multifaceted cooperation between the Central Asian states. "Mutually beneficial trade and economic cooperation is consistently expanding. Contacts between businesses have … [Read more...]
Petropars ready to invest in Turkmenistan
“Petropars can invest in the oil and gas industry of Turkmenistan,” said some senior officials of Petropars while talking to nCa in Ashgabat on 15 February 2023. They include Ms. Shahnaz Lashkarian, the deputy head of engineering and development of Petropars, and the heads of two field projects, Mohammad Reza and Faarshid Shahriary. “We can do any mainland or offshore … [Read more...]
President of Kazakhstan: “Despite the unprecedented geopolitical aggravation, the Central Asian countries have strengthened the intraregional dialogue”
Despite the unprecedented geopolitical aggravation, the Central Asian countries have strengthened the intraregional dialogue. Much of the credit for this goes for the European Union, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said at the second regional high–level meeting "Central Asia - European Union" in Cholpon-Ata. In his speech, Tokayev highlighted the main areas of … [Read more...]
President of Kyrgyzstan hosted an official reception in honor of the second EU-Central Asia high-level regional meeting
The President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Zhaparov hosted an official reception on 2 June, in Cholpon-Ata, in honor of participants of the Second EU-Central Asia high-level meeting. The reception was attended by the President of the European Council Charles Michel, the Presidents of Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, as well as the head of the delegation of Turkmenistan – Deputy … [Read more...]
President of Kyrgyzstan: the development of regional transit, transport, logistics potential is the driving force for the growth in Central Asia
"It would be highly advantageous for the Central Asian countries to establish our region as a unified geo-economic space, facilitating diverse forms of successful economic cooperation and interaction," President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Zhaparov said on 2 June, speaking at the Second high-level regional meeting with the participation of the heads of Central Asian states and … [Read more...]
President of Tajikistan called on the Central Asian countries to take more active steps towards intraregional integration
"Central Asia today is turning into one of the most important geopolitical centers of the modern world and unique geographical nodes," said President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, speaking at the Fifth Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States In his opinion, it is no coincidence that within the framework of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, the heads of … [Read more...]
FAO representatives get acquainted with the traditions of animal husbandry in Turkmenistan
Experts of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in the field of small cattle breeding Eran Raisman and Yuri Nesterov pay a visit to Turkmenistan from 12 to 18 February 2023, the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper reports. The purpose of the visit is to get acquainted with the practiced traditions of livestock farming, processing of sheep and wool … [Read more...]
President of Tajikistan proposes to develop a Concept for the expansion of the SCO
During his speech at SCO Summit on 4 July 2023, the President Emomali Rahmon stressed the importance of further promoting cooperation within the SCO on the basis of coordinated actions and principles of mutual respect. The President of Tajikistan noted that the increasing attention of the world community to the SCO, embodying the unique interconnectedness of civilizations … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan attended the inauguration ceremony of President Erdogan
On Saturday, 3 June 2023, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov attended the inauguration ceremony of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Türkiye in Ankara. The by high-level officials from 81 countries, including 21 heads of state, 13 prime ministers, parliamentary and ministerial-level officials, representatives of international organizations arrived for … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan awarded the medal of the Union of Engineers and Architects of the Turkic World
On Wednesday, 28 June, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Secretary General of the Union of Engineers and Architects of the Turkic World Ilyas Demirсi, who arrived in Turkmenistan to participate in the opening of the city of Arkadag. Demirсi presented the medal "For Outstanding Services to the Turkic World" to the head of Turkmenistan, noting his personal contribution … [Read more...]
Iran proposes fully paid projects in any sector to settle USD 2 Billion gas debt to Turkmenistan
Iran owes Turkmenistan USD 2 Billion on account of the natural gas it purchased several years ago. Now, NIGC, the flagship gas company of Iran is offering to bring fully funded projects in any sector to settle this debt wholly or partially. Reza Nowshadi, the managing director and chairman of the board of IGEDC (Iranian Gas Engineering & Development Company), a wholly … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan is on working visit to China – Bilateral meeting between Serdar GB and Xi Jinping is expected
On 17 May 2023, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov left for a working visit to China in order to participate in the Central Asia–China Summit, to be held in Xi'an on 19 May. Within the framework of the current working visit, a meeting of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov with Chinese President Xi Jinping is planned. Following the results of the summit talks, it is planned to sign … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Meets with Director General of the World Trade Organization
On 18 September 2023, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with Director General of the World Trade Organization Ms.Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala in New York. The sides discussed the current state and prospects for cooperation between Turkmenistan and the WTO. President Berdimuhamedov noted that Turkmenistan is systematically working to stimulate the development of … [Read more...]
Iran offers to transport Turkmen and Russian gas in any direction
Iran has offered to transport the Turkmen and Russian gas to clients in any direction including South Asia. In an exclusive conversation with nCa on 15 February 2023 on the sidelines of the Iranian single country exhibition in Ashgabat, Reza Nowshadi, the managing director and chairman of the board of Iranian Gas Engineering and Development Company (IGEDC), said, “We have … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan met with Prime Minister Orban in Budapest – Turkmen-Hungarian Talks Focus on Energy
On 20 August 2023, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov paid a working visit to Hungary to participate in the celebrations in Budapest on the occasion of the World Athletics Championships, as well as the country's national holiday St. Stephen's Day. Official invitations to attend the festive events were extended by Prime Minister Viktor Orban to the President of Turkmenistan and … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan met with representatives of German business circles
On Wednesday, 17 May 2023, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Stefan Goetz, Founder and Managing Partner of Goetzpartners Corporate Finance GmbH, Stefan Sanctjohancer, co-founder and Managing Partner of this company, Armin Raffalski, Partner, Management Consultant of Goetzpartners Corporate Finance GmbH at the Dusseldorf office, and Hans Gerd Ray Prodoehl, Managing … [Read more...]
The results of the fifth UN Global Survey on Digital and Sustainable Trade Facilitation 2023 will help Turkmenistan in its accession process to the WTO
According to the UNECE report, the fifth UN Global Survey on Digital and Sustainable Trade Facilitation 2023 has been launched by the five United Nations Regional Commissions and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). The 2023 edition consists of 60 measures, including two new sets of measures on “Trade Facilitation for E-Commerce” and “Wildlife Trade … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan participated in coronation ceremony of King Charles III
On 5 May 2023, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, at the invitation of the British side, left for a working visit to the UK, where he will take part in the coronation ceremony of the King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Charles III and his wife, the Queen Consort. At the capital's International Airport, the head of state was seen off by the … [Read more...]
The Triple Gas Union
Sergey Kapitonov, Analyst of the Project Center for Energy Transfer and ESG of Skoltech Source: Infotech is a team of leading experts and analysts with in–depth knowledge of the industry from the inside. Our specialists have experience working in large fuel and energy companies, specialized institutes, and global analytical agencies. Central Asia has historically been one … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan received the Chairman of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly
On Tuesday, 16 May, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Margareta Söderfelt, Chairman of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE PA). During the meeting, Sederfelt confirmed the OSCE PA's interest in continuing the established fruitful cooperation with neutral Turkmenistan. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov stressed … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan received the Deputy Chairman of the CIS Intergovernmental Coordinating Council on Seed Production
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Thursday (15 Jun) Deputy Chairman of the Intergovernmental Coordinating Council on Seed Production of the Commonwealth of Independent States, President of the Seeds Association Ivan Kuzmin. Ivan Kuzmin stressed the fruitful nature of the interaction of the CIS ICCSP with Turkmenistan, which is implementing fundamental reforms in the … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan received the new Ambassador of France
On Monday, 19 June 2023, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the newly appointed Ambassador of France to Turkmenistan Philippe Merlin. At the beginning of the meeting, the President of Turkmenistan conveyed his best wishes to the top leadership of France, which is one of the country's important partners in the European region. Noting with satisfaction the … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan received the new Ambassador of Tajikistan
On Wednesday, 28 June, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the newly appointed Ambassador of Tajikistan to Turkmenistan Vafo Alibek Niyatbekzoda. "Tajikistan has traditionally been a reliable friend and partner of Turkmenistan. Our cooperation continues to develop thanks to regular visits at the highest level, as well as active negotiations and consultations between the … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan received the Vice-President of the International Cycling Union
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received on Saturday, 24 Jun, Vice-President of the International Cycling Union (UCI), President of the Asian Cycling Confederation Osama Al Shafar. Al-Shafar stressed the UCI's interest in expanding traditional cooperation with Turkmenistan, which makes a significant contribution to the development of cycling sports movement. During … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov addresses the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly
On 19 September 2023 in New York, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov addressed 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly. Here is a slightly paraphrased translation of his speech: Dear heads and members of delegations, ladies and gentlemen! First of all, let me congratulate you on the opening of the 78th session of the United Nations General … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov arrived in Dushanbe on a working visit
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov has arrived in the Republic of Tajikistan to participate in the Fifth Anniversary Consultative Meeting of the heads of Central Asian states and in the regular meeting of the Council of the Heads of the Founding States of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS), reports Khovar. At Dushanbe International Airport, … [Read more...]
UNDP supports in development of the national report of Turkmenistan for the 4th cycle of UPR
Ashgabat, 9-10 February 2023: UNDP and the Government of Turkmenistan conducted the two-day workshop – Discussion of the First Draft of the national report of Turkmenistan for 4th cycle of the Universal Periodic Report on Human Rights in UN Building. The workshop gathered members of the Working Group of the Interdepartmental Commission on the implementation of … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov will take part in the “Central Asia + China” Summit
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, will take part in the "Central Asia + China" Summit, which will be held on May 18-19 in Xi'an. The invitation to the head of the Turkmenistan was conveyed by Ma Zhaoxu, the Special Representative of the President of the People's Republic of China, First Deputy Minister of … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov: “The Central Asian Water Strategy could become the basis for the development of the UN Global Water Strategy in the future”
At a meeting of the Council of the Heads of the Founding States of the International Fund for the Aral Sea in Dushanbe on 15 September, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov pledged Turkmenistan's continued support for implementing specific initiatives of the IFAS founding countries to enhance regional cooperation and develop systemic mechanisms for cooperation in environmental … [Read more...]
CIS to send Observer Mission for parliamentary elections in Turkmenistan
The CIS observer mission for the elections of deputies of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan will be headed by the CIS Secretary General Sergey Lebedev. The elections will take place on 26 March 2023. The CIS observer mission will monitor the electoral campaign at the invitation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The work of the Mission will be based, as … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan is preparing to send a third plane with humanitarian aid to Turkiye – Ambassador Togan Oral
Ambassador of Turkiye to Ashgabat Togan Oral said that Turkmenistan is preparing to send a third plane with humanitarian aid to the victims of the earthquakes, called the "catastrophe of the century". He told about this during his remarks at a charity event organized at the Turkish visa center in Ashgabat to help victims of the earthquake in Turkiye. Noting that a … [Read more...]
President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev: Trade and economic cooperation is the main driver of regional partnership and integration in Central Asia
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev noted in his speech that the Central Asian region is becoming one of the important centers of economic growth and investment activity, regaining its historical role as a transport hub connecting West with East and North with South. Taking into account the in-depth analysis of the impact of global processes on the … [Read more...]
President of Uzbekistan: It is important that the IFAS reform process is based on the principle of “water – energy – food”
Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev shared his vision for reforming the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS) at a meeting of the Heads of State of the founding countries in Dushanbe on 15 September 2023. This topic was one of the central themes in the speeches of the Presidents of Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan. "It is important that the process of … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan urges the international community to continue promoting the processes of peaceful settlement in Afghanistan
On 13 February 2023, the delegation of Turkmenistan led by Mr. Atageldi Haljanov, Ambassador, Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan to the UN Office at Geneva has participated to the Geneva Center for Security Policy (GCSP) Alumni Regional Security Conversation on Central Asia and Afghanistan, the Turkmenistan Mission to UN Office at Geneva reports. The event gathered … [Read more...]
President Sadyr Zhaparov: Kyrgyzstan attaches priority importance to the development of cooperation with Central Asian countries
President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Zhaparov, in his speech at the Fifth Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States in Dushanbe, noted that consultative meetings create favorable conditions for maintaining regular dialogue at the highest level, as well as significantly strengthen mutual trust between our states. "I am confident that our joint work, constant … [Read more...]
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov led a bike ride on the occasion of World Bicycle Day – Turkmen Diplomatic Missions organized bike events in host countries
On Saturday, 3 June, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov led a mass bike ride in Ashgabat on the occasion of the World Bicycle Day, which brought together thousands of citizens. By tradition, similar bike marathons were held on this day in all provinces of the country. In addition, Turkmenistan's diplomatic missions have organized bike rides abroad – in Minsk … [Read more...]
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov left on a working visit to New York
On Sunday, 17 September, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov left on a working visit to the United States of America to participate in the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly, held in New York. "Turkmenistan, committed to a policy of peacefulness, positive neutrality, and broad international cooperation, steadily follows its chosen course, developing constructive … [Read more...]