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A round table was held at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Pakistan
28.08.2025On 26 August, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Pakistan hosted a round table discussion on the outcomes of the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries. This was reported by the press service of the Turkmen diplomatic mission. The ambassadors of Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan took part in the discussion. The diplomats noted the importance of the conference, emphasising the need to develop transport and energy links, expand transit potential and implement infrastructure projects. Particular attention was paid to regional integration, digitalisation and innovation. The participants stressed that the successful implementation of decisions is possible through close cooperation with transit countries and international financial institutions. Following the meeting, they confirmed their readiness for further cooperation and joint implementation of the tasks outlined at the UN conference.
The President of Turkmenistan received a letter from the UN Secretary-General
28.08.2025UN Secretary-General António Guterres sent a letter to the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov. In his message, the UN Secretary-General expressed his gratitude to the President of Turkmenistan for his leadership in organising the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries, which took place in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone from 5 to 8 August, according to the state news agency TDH. António Guterres noted Turkmenistan's contribution to strengthening peace and multilateral dialogue, and emphasised the importance of the forum for coordinating national actions, regional cooperation and global frameworks for sustainable and inclusive development. The UN Secretary-General called the adoption of the Awaza Political Declaration and the Awaza Programme of Action an ambitious plan for the next decade, linked to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Pact for the Future. According to António Guterres, this will accelerate the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on trade, transport connectivity, technology, climate resilience and international support. The UN Secretary-General also thanked the leadership and people of Turkmenistan for their warm welcome and confirmed his readiness to cooperate in implementing the Awaza Programme of Action.
Negotiations in Avaza strengthened cooperation between the three states
28.08.2025On 22 August, a trilateral meeting was held in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, TDH reports. Issues of political dialogue, energy, transport, trade and humanitarian cooperation were discussed. The parties noted the importance of developing energy supplies, including electricity and gas exports, and the potential for creating a sustainable energy partnership. In the transport sector, a unified strategy and the development of transit corridors along the Uzbekistan-Turkmenistan-Azerbaijan route were discussed. A trilateral Memorandum on Cooperation in logistics was signed. In the economic sphere, the parties expressed their intention to increase trade turnover, develop cross-border trade and industrial cooperation. Turkmenistan proposed a joint investment programme for 2026-2035. An agreement was also reached on humanitarian cooperation, including the establishment of twinning relations between Arkadag and Fizuli in Azerbaijan, as well as cooperation in education, science, healthcare, sports and tourism. Following the meeting, a joint statement was signed, defining key areas of partnership, including climate initiatives, environmental protection and cultural and humanitarian cooperation.
Turkmenistan's Ambassador to Belgium discussed the development of relations with the European Commission
28.08.2025Sapar Palvanov, Turkmenistan's Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Belgium, met with Peteris Ustubs, Director of International Partnerships for Asia and the Pacific at the European Commission. This was reported by IIC. The parties discussed preparations for the ‘EU-Turkmenistan’ Business Forum, scheduled to take place in Ashgabat in 2026, as well as the ‘EU-Central Asia’ Economic and Investment Forums, which will be held in Tashkent in November this year. The Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor Investors' Forum will be held as part of the events. In addition, the parties discussed Turkmenistan's participation in the ‘Global Gateway’ forum in Brussels. During the talks, the diplomats emphasised the priority of developing connectivity in the transport, education and humanitarian spheres.
Negotiations in Avaza strengthened cooperation between the three states
28.08.2025On 22 August, a trilateral meeting was held in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, TDH reports. Issues of political dialogue, energy, transport, trade and humanitarian cooperation were discussed. The parties noted the importance of developing energy supplies, including electricity and gas exports, and the potential for creating a sustainable energy partnership. In the transport sector, a unified strategy and the development of transit corridors along the Uzbekistan-Turkmenistan-Azerbaijan route were discussed. A trilateral Memorandum on Cooperation in logistics was signed. In the economic sphere, the parties expressed their intention to increase trade turnover, develop cross-border trade and industrial cooperation. Turkmenistan proposed a joint investment programme for 2026-2035. An agreement was also reached on humanitarian cooperation, including the establishment of twinning relations between Arkadag and Fizuli in Azerbaijan, as well as cooperation in education, science, healthcare, sports and tourism. Following the meeting, a joint statement was signed, defining key areas of partnership, including climate initiatives, environmental protection and cultural and humanitarian cooperation.
Ankara Street is being modernised in Ashgabat
28.08.2025The Ministry of Construction and Architecture of Turkmenistan has announced an international tender for the reconstruction of Ankara Street in Ashgabat. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal, citing the newspaper ‘Neutral Turkmenistan’. Applications from companies and organisations are being accepted through the Ministry's Marketing and Foreign Economic Relations Department. The deadline for submitting documents is 8 October 2025, address: Ashgabat, Archabil avenue, 84.
The Chinese Embassy in Turkmenistan held a ceremony for the 2025 scholarship recipients
28.08.2025The Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Turkmenistan held a ceremony to present admission notices to students who received Chinese government scholarships for 2025. Future students of prestigious universities passed a competitive selection process and received the opportunity to continue their education abroad, according to IIC. Chinese Ambassador to Turkmenistan Ji Shumin delivered a welcoming speech, emphasising the importance of education for the development of friendship between countries and expressing hope that the scholarship recipients would become a ‘bridge’ between the peoples. The Chinese government's scholarship programme is in high demand: it opens up opportunities for quality education, familiarisation with the country's culture and gaining international experience. The event confirmed the growing interest of Turkmen youth in studying in China and became an example of successful bilateral cooperation in the field of science and education.
Turkmenistan's Ambassador to Belgium discussed the development of relations with the European Commission
28.08.2025Sapar Palvanov, Turkmenistan's Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Belgium, met with Peteris Ustubs, Director of International Partnerships for Asia and the Pacific at the European Commission. This was reported by IIC. The parties discussed preparations for the ‘EU-Turkmenistan’ Business Forum, scheduled to take place in Ashgabat in 2026, as well as the ‘EU-Central Asia’ Economic and Investment Forums, which will be held in Tashkent in November this year. The Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor Investors' Forum will be held as part of the events. In addition, the parties discussed Turkmenistan's participation in the ‘Global Gateway’ forum in Brussels. During the talks, the diplomats emphasised the priority of developing connectivity in the transport, education and humanitarian spheres.
Turkmenistan and Pakistan discussed the development of the ‘North-South’ and ‘East-West’ corridors
27.08.2025The Embassy of Turkmenistan in Pakistan held a negotiation with a delegation of Pakistani business circles led by the Head of the Gwadar Chamber of Commerce and Industry, former Minister of Health of Balochistan Province Mir Naveed Baloch. This was reported by IIC. The Turkmen side informed the entrepreneurs about the key aspects of the country's foreign policy, the results of the recent UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries, as well as the role of large-scale infrastructure projects — the TAPI gas pipeline and the TAP power line — in ensuring Pakistan's energy security. An important topic of the meeting was the deepening of trade, economic, transport and logistics cooperation. The parties discussed in detail the prospects for using the ‘North-South’ and ‘East-West’ international corridors, including the synchronisation of the work of the ports of Turkmenbashi and Gwadar. Pakistani entrepreneurs expressed interest in expanding partnership in energy and logistics, emphasising the strategic potential of the port of Gwadar for regional trade. Following the negotiation, an agreement was reached to intensify business contacts and organise mutual visits by business delegations.
Preparations are underway in Turkmenistan for the meeting of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan
27.08.2025On 19 September, the ‘Maslahat Köşgi’ Palace in Ashgabat will host a meeting of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, the key representative body of the government. The event is timed to coincide with the 34th anniversary of the country's independence and reflects a new stage in the development of democratic processes, according to the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The agenda of the meeting includes summarising the work done over the past period, setting priorities for the near and long-term future, and approving proposals to strengthen the foundations of democracy. Preparations are being supervised by the Presidium, with an Organising Committee set up to ensure the high standard of the forum. The meeting emphasises the principle of national unity, which is the basis of the modern political system of Turkmenistan, and the motto ‘The State is for People!’. The forum serves as a platform for synchronising the work of the government and society, reflecting the strategic course of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. The meeting is of particular importance as it is being held in the International Year of Peace and Trust and in the year of the 30th anniversary of the country's permanent neutrality. The decisions taken will contribute to strengthening Turkmenistan's foreign policy course, based on peace and cooperation, and will ensure the sustainable development of the state.
Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan strengthen strategic partnership
27.08.2025On 22 August, a trilateral meeting between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev took place in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The parties discussed prospects for expanding cooperation in politics, economics, energy, transport, and the humanitarian sphere. Particular attention was paid to cooperation in the energy sector, including the export of electricity and gas, as well as the development of transport and logistics corridors along the Uzbekistan-Turkmenistan-Azerbaijan route. Projects in the field of industrial cooperation, cross-border trade and digitalisation were discussed. The parties emphasised the importance of strengthening cultural and humanitarian ties, education, science, sports and tourism. A joint statement was adopted, defining key areas of partnership, including in the field of ecology and climate initiatives. The meeting in Avaza was called a historic event, confirming the desire of the three countries to give new impetus to strategic cooperation and take it to a higher level.
President of Turkmenistan congratulates President of Moldova on Independence Day
27.08.2025President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent congratulations to President of the Republic of Moldova Maia Sandu and the entire Moldovan people on the occasion of the country's Independence Day. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. In his message, Serdar Berdimuhamedov wished Maia Sandu good health and prosperity, and the people of Moldova peace, consistent development and prosperity.
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