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Beijing hosted a cycle ride as part of Turkmenistan’s National Health Month
30.04.2026On 29 April in Beijing, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the People’s Republic of China organised a cycle ride to mark National Health Month. This was reported by the publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The event was attended by embassy diplomats, as well as young people from Turkmenistan and China. It was co-organised by the Chinese cycling association ‘Flying Pigeon’, the ‘China-Turkmenistan Cultural Centre’ and the bicycle manufacturer ‘Flying Pigeon’. The cycle ride was held under the slogan ‘Friendship between China and Turkmenistan, low-carbon health and youthful spirit’. The start and finish took place at the Turkmenistan National Pavilion, with the route running through the streets of the Dongjimen district.
Turkmenistan is studying Germany’s experience with a view to joining the WTO
30.04.2026Turkmenistan is stepping up its preparations for WTO accession by studying the experience of European countries. A series of meetings is taking place in Berlin from 27 April to 1 May, where a Turkmen delegation is analysing German approaches to the formulation of trade policy, according to the news agency Orient. The visit has been organised by the OSCE Centre in Ashgabat and aims to strengthen the expert base for cooperation with the organisation. During negotiations at relevant German ministries, issues such as market access, coordination within the framework of multilateral trade and institutional preparations for membership are being discussed. Particular attention is being paid to agricultural trade, export support and government-business cooperation. The topics of sustainable development and climate cooperation are also being addressed. According to the participants, the experience gained will help Turkmenistan improve its trade policy and prepare more effectively for integration into the global economy.
Turkmenistan and ‘Om Office Park’ discussed ways to strengthen cooperation
30.04.2026A meeting was held at the ‘Om Office Park’ headquarters with Sapar Palvanov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Belgium. The company’s management thanked the diplomat for his visit and the constructive dialogue, according to the IIC of Turkmenistan. The parties discussed a wide range of issues of mutual interest, noting the prospects for developing the partnership and outlining steps to strengthen it. Following the meeting, representatives of ‘Om Office Park’ expressed their readiness for active cooperation and the implementation of joint projects to develop business ties between Turkmenistan and its European partners.
Young people in Turkmenistan discussed the future of green cities
30.04.2026On 28 April, the Turkmen State Institute of Architecture and Construction hosted an interactive seminar entitled ‘Green Cities through the Eyes of Youth’, organised with the support of UNDP. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The event took place as part of a joint project between UNDP and the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, aimed at developing an energy-efficient and sustainable construction sector with funding from the Global Environment Facility. The seminar focused on fostering an environmental culture, developing leadership skills and deepening young people’s understanding of the principles of sustainable urban development. The discussions were attended by students from leading universities, SDG ambassadors, climate activists, as well as experts and international consultants from UNDP and the European Union’s ‘SECCA’ project. The organisers note that the event helped to increase youth participation in promoting sustainable urban solutions and strengthen their engagement with the global climate agenda.
GEELY presented more than 10 models at the exhibition in Ashgabat
30.04.2026At an exhibition held as part of the Turkmen-Chinese Business Forum in Ashgabat, GEELY’s official distributor in Turkmenistan – the company ‘Bereket gözbaşy’ – showcased more than 10 models from the Chinese car manufacturer. This was reported by the publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The GEELY Monjaro crossover attracted the most interest from visitors. According to company representative Altyn Mudraya, the car is equipped with 19 airbags and is adapted to operate in extreme weather conditions – from intense heat to freezing temperatures. The company offers customers finance schemes, direct deliveries from the factory and customised specifications. Car owners are provided with a three-year warranty, a service centre in Ashgabat and a permanent stock of original spare parts.
Turkmenistan and Moldova have outlined plans for parliamentary cooperation
30.04.2026On 28 April 2026, Turkmenistan’s Ambassador Toyly Atayev paid a working visit to Chișinău. He held negotiations at the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Republic of Moldova. This was reported by the press service of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. At the Parliament, Toyly Atayev met with Petru Burduja, Chair of the Parliamentary Friendship Group with Turkmenistan. The parties discussed the development of inter-parliamentary cooperation, agreed to organise reciprocal visits and expand contacts between relevant committees. Issues relating to trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian cooperation were also addressed. At a meeting with the leadership of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry – President Sergiu Haria and Vice-President Mihai Bilba – the parties considered prospects for increasing trade turnover and business contacts. The Ambassador provided information on Turkmenistan’s economic potential and invited Moldovan partners to participate in trade fairs and exhibitions in the country. The Moldovan side expressed interest in cooperation in the energy and chemical industries.
Ashgabat hosted a briefing on the UN International Water Conference
30.04.2026A briefing for the diplomatic corps and the media was held in the Turkmen capital. Niyatbekzoda Vafo Alibek, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Tajikistan to Turkmenistan, spoke about preparations for the Fourth High-Level International Conference within the framework of the International Decade for Action ‘Water for Sustainable Development, 2018–2028’. This was reported by the publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The forum will take place in Dushanbe from 25 to 28 May 2026. It is organised by the Government of Tajikistan in conjunction with the UN. The co-chairs will be the Prime Minister of the Republic of Tajikistan, the UN Deputy Secretary-General and the Head of the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs. The conference will serve as the main preparatory event for the 2026 UN Water Conference, co-chaired by Senegal and the UAE. The agenda includes the implementation of the UN Water Action Agenda, the exchange of experiences and the search for solutions to achieve the goals of the 2030 Agenda. Participants will also discuss the outcomes of the Decade for Action on Water and the formulation of the UN’s post-2030 water agenda. The forum will be held in an in-person format. Delegations from UN member states, heads of international financial institutions, scientists and representatives of the private sector are expected to attend. Youth and women’s organisations, as well as representatives of indigenous peoples, have been invited to participate in the discussions.
Turkmenistan and the Seychelles have agreed to expand their cooperation
30.04.2026On 29 April in Ashgabat, Rashid Meredov, Foreign Affairs Minister of Turkmenistan, held negotiations with Barry Faure, Foreign Affairs Minister and Head of the Seychelles Diaspora, who is on his first official visit to the country. This was reported by the press service of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The parties discussed the intensification of political and diplomatic dialogue and the expansion of the legal framework for bilateral cooperation. The Turkmen side invited the Seychelles to join the Group of Friends of Neutrality and expressed gratitude for the Seychelles’ support for Turkmenistan’s international initiatives at the UN. In the sphere of trade and economic cooperation, the parties considered holding joint business forums and exhibitions, as well as establishing direct contacts between business circles — primarily in transport, the textile industry and tourism. In addition, the Heads of the ministries discussed cooperation in the cultural and humanitarian sphere and agreed to explore the possibility of holding Culture Days in Ashgabat and Victoria.
The Turkmen-Chinese Business Forum was held in Ashgabat
30.04.2026The Turkmen-Chinese Business Forum was held at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan. Participants discussed the development of trade and economic cooperation between the two countries, according to the website AsmanNews. Five areas were considered during the plenary sessions: energy, industry and construction, transport and logistics, digital technologies, and agriculture. The parties discussed expanding cooperation in the gas chemical industry and in renewable energy – solar and wind. In the transport sector, the focus was on the ‘Revival of the Great Silk Road’ strategy and China’s ‘Belt and Road’ initiative. The Turkmenbashi International Seaport and new road infrastructure were identified as key points for the development of logistics cooperation. In the field of digital technologies, the parties expressed interest in joint projects in the field of artificial intelligence. Earlier, the Ministry of Communications of Turkmenistan and the State Committee for Development and Reform of the PRC signed a Memorandum of Cooperation in this area. The city of Arkadag was cited as an example of an advanced urban development project with a well-developed digital infrastructure. Following the forum, the participants confirmed their intention to increase trade turnover and implement joint projects.
The President of Turkmenistan received the Foreign Affairs Minister of the Seychelles
30.04.2026On 29 April, the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, received Barry Faure, Foreign Affairs Minister and Head of the Diaspora of the Republic of the Seychelles, who was visiting Turkmenistan. This was reported by TDH. The guest conveyed greetings to the Head of State from Patrick Herminie, President of the Republic of Seychelles, and emphasised his country’s interest in developing relations with Turkmenistan. During the meeting, the parties discussed cooperation within the framework of the UN. The President of Turkmenistan thanked the Seychelles for their support of Turkmen initiatives and for co-sponsoring resolutions at the UN General Assembly. The parties agreed to continue coordination between their foreign ministries on the international stage. Prospects for trade and economic cooperation were also considered. Among the priority areas are the fuel and energy sector, the chemical and textile industries, and agriculture. The President of Turkmenistan invited the Seychelles to participate in exhibitions and conferences held in Turkmenistan. The development of tourism and humanitarian ties was discussed separately.
The Turkmen-Chinese partnership has been hailed as a model of mutually beneficial cooperation
30.04.2026Rahymberdi Jepbarov, Chairman of the Board of the State Bank for Foreign Economic Affairs of Turkmenistan, spoke at a specialised forum held as part of the Turkmen-Chinese Business Forum at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan, where a plenary session was held on the state and prospects of intergovernmental cooperation. This was reported by IIC of Turkmenistan. R. Jepbarov noted the long-standing successful experience of cooperation between the countries and the dynamic development of bilateral relations, covering the economic, humanitarian and educational spheres. According to him, the modern Turkmen-Chinese partnership is an example of mutually beneficial cooperation. R. Jepbarov emphasised that the projects currently being implemented and new initiatives are helping to expand ties and form a solid foundation for the long-term development of both countries.
Huawei showcased its digital solutions at the Turkmen-Chinese Business Forum
30.04.2026Huawei is participating in a major Turkmen-Chinese exhibition at the CCI of Turkmenistan, which has become a key platform for discussing cooperation in the field of high technology. This was reported by the IIC. The company, which has been a strategic partner of the country for over 20 years, is showcasing its solutions in the field of digitalisation and the development of telecommunications infrastructure. Its main areas of work in Turkmenistan include the modernisation of 4G networks and preparations for the roll-out of 5G, the development of high-speed DWDM-based backbone data transmission networks, and support for the corporate sector through comprehensive ICT solutions. Special attention at the forum is being paid to educational initiatives: discussions are underway regarding the establishment of a Huawei ICT Academy in the country, which will enable the training and certification of specialists in the fields of cloud technologies, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. Thus, the company’s participation reflects a shift from equipment supply towards the development of a comprehensive technological and educational ecosystem supporting Turkmenistan’s digital transformation.
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