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An inclusive festival entitled ‘WE ARE DIFFERENT – WE ARE EQUAL’ was held in Ashgabat
16.11.2025The Ashgabat Park hosted an inclusive festival entitled ‘WE ARE DIFFERENT – WE ARE EQUAL,’ timed to coincide with International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The event, held for the fourth consecutive year, was organised by the UN Country Team in Turkmenistan in collaboration with local civil society organisations and with the support of the government, according to the state news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The festival aimed to raise awareness of the need to create an accessible and comfortable environment that allows people with disabilities to participate fully in public life. The park was divided into different zones: sports, information and education, and creativity. Guests were particularly interested in an exhibition of works created by people with disabilities, including paintings, toys and handmade souvenirs. Tennis and chess tournaments were also organised, and participants performed vocal and dance numbers. The festival ended with the presentation of commemorative gifts to active participants. The event left a warm impression and was yet another confirmation of the state's attention to issues of inclusion and the well-being of citizens.
Turkmenistan strengthens regional cooperation on water security
15.11.2025Turkmenistan is stepping up its participation in regional initiatives aimed at effective water resource management. A delegation from the country took part in the Tashkent seminar ‘Water Issues in Central Asia’, organised as part of the ‘Blue Peace Central Asia’ (BPCA) programme, according to AsmanNews. Representatives of relevant water management agencies and international organisations took part in the discussions. The Turkmen side was represented by specialists from the State Water Management Committee, the Ministries of Environment and Education, as well as researchers from the Centre for Strategic Studies of the Institute of International Relations of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. During the forum sessions, participants discussed issues of joint management of small transboundary watercourses and identified key areas of cooperation for the medium term. Significant attention was paid to issues of rational water use and measures to adapt to the effects of climate change. Regional coordination, enhanced information exchange and alignment with national development strategies remain key elements of cooperation among Central Asian states in the water sector.
Turkmenistan and Estonia strengthen cooperation in the field of digital governance
14.11.2025As part of the UNDP project ‘Assistance in the implementation of a pilot system of interdepartmental electronic information exchange in Turkmenistan’, implemented jointly with the Ministry of Communications of Turkmenistan, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the Ministry of Communications and the e-Governance Academy (Estonia). This was reported by IIC. The document aims to develop a long-term partnership in the field of digital transformation of public administration, including the organisation of specialised training and consulting programmes. The signing was held during the ‘Türkmentel-2025’ International Exhibition and Scientific Conference, which underscores the strategic importance of the agreement for strengthening the country's capacity for innovation and promoting digital initiatives. The signing of the Memorandum was another step in the UNDP programme to support digital transformation in Turkmenistan. In line with the UNDP's global Digital Strategy, the organisation promotes the development of inclusive, sustainable and secure digital ecosystems.
Over 449,000 trees planted in Turkmenistan as part of autumn greening campaign
11.11.2025A large-scale autumn planting campaign was held in Turkmenistan, during which 449,464 tree seedlings were planted across the country. This was reported by the news agency TDH. The campaign was launched by the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, who personally planted a 12-year-old Turkmen juniper tree. During the campaign, work was also carried out to care for almost two million previously planted trees. The activities included cleaning and landscaping parks, forests and areas at the foot of the mountains. The selection of tree species was carried out taking into account local soil and climatic conditions, which contributes to the expansion of green areas and the strengthening of the country's environmental sustainability.
Ashgabat considers the importance of legal support for successful business operations
11.11.2025GRATA International Turkmenistan held a seminar dedicated to improving the legal literacy of representatives of the business community, according to TerraNews. The event was held at the ‘Iş Nokady’ coworking centre in Ashgabat and brought together over 70 participants, including entrepreneurs, company executives and specialists from various sectors of the economy. The central theme of the seminar was minimising legal risks and strengthening business sustainability through professional legal support. The programme included three thematic blocks: corporate law, contract law and taxation. The speakers, including managing partner Ikbal Said Alaudin, emphasised the importance of timely legal advice for the effective development of entrepreneurial activity. The seminar concluded with a networking lunch, during which participants exchanged experiences and ideas and established new business contacts.
Turkmenistan participates in UNWTO General Assembly session in Riyadh
10.11.2025From 7 to 11 November 2025, a delegation from Turkmenistan under the head of Minister of Culture Atageldi Shamyradov is taking part in the 26th session of the General Assembly of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) in Riyadh. This was reported by IIC. The event is attended by representatives of more than 160 countries – ministers, experts and heads of the world's leading tourism organisations. The session's agenda focuses on issues of digital transformation in tourism, expanding international cooperation, and increasing the sustainability and inclusiveness of the industry. Turkmenistan's participation in the UNWTO General Assembly confirms the country's commitment to developing international tourism, promoting its national cultural heritage and strengthening partnerships with foreign organisations in the field of sustainable tourism development.
The Libyan Embassy presented Turkmenistan with a gift of 100 olive tree seedlings
10.11.2025The Libyan Embassy in Ashgabat, as a sign of friendship and mutual respect between Turkmenistan and the State of Libya, donated 100 olive tree seedlings to Turkmenistan. This was reported by AsmanNews. A symbolic planting ceremony was held at the Agricultural Research Institute in Anau. The event was attended by Mahmoud Hassan, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Libya to Turkmenistan, staff of the diplomatic mission, as well as the Institute's management and specialists. The participants emphasised that this gesture reflects the friendly relations between the two countries and the desire to develop cooperation in the fields of agriculture, ecology and the exchange of experience. The Libyan Ambassador noted that the olive tree is a symbol of peace, longevity and fertility, and its planting on Turkmen soil will be further evidence of the strengthening of bilateral ties.
Turkmenistan delivered humanitarian cargo to Afghanistan
09.11.2025Humanitarian aid, including medicines, food and essential goods, has been delivered to Afghanistan, which was hit by a powerful earthquake, according to the news website Asmannews. Turkmenistan has completed the operation to send the cargo, providing support to the population of the neighbouring state. The decision to provide emergency aid was made by the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship. The shipment was a rapid response to the widespread destruction and human casualties, emphasising the importance of the values of humanity and solidarity traditionally inherent in Turkmen society. The natural disaster has significantly complicated the already difficult humanitarian situation in Afghanistan. Children and other vulnerable groups of the population have suffered the most damage, for whom the aid received is critically important.
Victory Day and Azerbaijan National Flag Day celebrated in Ashgabat
09.11.2025The Azerbaijani Embassy in Turkmenistan organised a reception to mark Victory Day and Azerbaijan's National Flag Day. The event was attended by Turkmenistan's Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister Ahmet Gurbanov, according to the online news resource TerraNews. In his speech, Azerbaijan's Ambassador to Turkmenistan Gismat Gozalov noted Turkmenistan's contribution to the construction of a mosque in the city of Fizuli and expressed gratitude to the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov for supporting the initiative. In turn, Ahmet Gurbanov congratulated the leadership and people of Azerbaijan on their national holidays, emphasising the long-standing friendly relations and positive dynamics of bilateral cooperation.
Turkmenistan provided support to Afghanistan after the earthquake
07.11.2025On behalf of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship sent humanitarian aid to Afghanistan for those affected by the earthquake. This was reported by the news website Asmannews. The decision was made after discussions at a meeting of the Fund's Board, where it was noted that Turkmenistan had reacted with sympathy to the news of numerous casualties and destruction in the neighbouring country. The humanitarian aid, including medicines, medical supplies, textiles and food, was sent in accordance with the traditions of mutual assistance and good neighbourliness. The ceremony was attended by representatives of state and public organisations, as well as diplomatic representatives of Afghanistan. Support for the Afghan people is seen as a continuation of Turkmenistan's foreign policy aimed at strengthening cooperation with neighbouring states and developing humanitarian initiatives. The dispatch of aid underscores the desire to support those affected and to reinforce the principles of humanism and mutual support.
Turkmenistan was represented at the Central Asian sessions on the integration of new disciplines into universities
06.11.2025Universities in Central Asia held a series of meetings on the introduction of the subjects ‘Circular Economy and Sustainable Development’ into their curricula, according to the news website Asmannews. The events were held as part of an international project to develop innovative educational modules. The Turkmen State Institute of Economics and Management (TSIEM) and the Turkmen State Institute of Finance (TSIF) participated in the work. The sessions were held at partner universities in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan. The universities presented interim results, discussed achievements and ways to improve the modules. Turkmenistan was represented at the meetings by lecturers from the TSIEM and TSIF, as well as an employee of the Academy of Sciences. The final stage was devoted to exchanging proposals and developing recommendations for improving the effectiveness of the project and developing circular economy programmes in the region.
Turkmen entrepreneurs held a meeting with the UN Resident Coordinator
05.11.2025In Mary velayat, a meeting was held of Dmitry Shlapachenko, the UN Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan, with local business representatives as part of the Memorandum of Cooperation between the UN and the Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs of Turkmenistan, according to the online publication Arzuw News. The meeting discussed the implementation of sustainable business practices, innovation and the role of the private sector in sustainable development. Shlapachenko emphasised the importance of UN cooperation with business for job creation and the implementation of the SDGs. With the support of the state, entrepreneurs in the region are expanding production and entering new markets, contributing to the fulfilment of the country's international obligations.
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