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Turkmenistan presented a national pavilion at a festival in Istanbul
24.06.2026The Consulate General of Turkmenistan in Istanbul took part in the international educational festival “Turkic World: From Roots to the Future,” held on June 22 with the participation of representatives of member states of the Organization of Turkic States. This was reported by the IIC. A Turkmen pavilion was showcased at the festival, where visitors were able to become acquainted with the country’s historical and cultural heritage, national traditions, decorative and applied arts, and modern achievements of Turkmenistan. A separate section of the exhibition was dedicated to the motto of 2026 — “Independent, Neutral Turkmenistan — the Homeland of Purposeful Winged Horses.” Guests were presented with materials about the country’s internationally recognized status of permanent neutrality, its achievements in various fields, as well as the role of Akhal-Teke horses as one of the symbols of national heritage. According to the organizers, the Turkmen pavilion attracted significant interest from festival participants and guests, introducing them to the centuries-old history, culture, and traditions of Turkmenistan.
President of Turkmenistan Concludes Visit to Azerbaijan
24.06.2026President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov concluded his state visit to Azerbaijan on June 23 with visits to the cities of Fuzuli and Shusha. This was reported by the TDH news agency. At Fuzuli International Airport, the President of Turkmenistan was welcomed by the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev. The two heads of state reviewed construction projects in Fuzuli, including a mosque being built at the initiative of the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, with funding from the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Care. The presidents then traveled to Shusha, where they inspected a new residential complex and a mosque under construction. President Berdimuhamedov was also presented with an exhibition dedicated to the life and work of Heydar Aliyev, after which the two leaders visited several cultural and historical sites in the city, including the Shusha Fortress and the Bulbul House Museum. During a visit to the Jidir Duzu plain, the President of Azerbaijan presented Serdar Berdimuhamedov with a Karabakh horse named Mert as a gift. The Turkmen leader thanked him for the gift, noting that he viewed it as a symbol of friendship between the two countries. At the conclusion of the visit, the presidents arrived at Fuzuli Airport, where they exchanged farewell wishes. Serdar Berdimuhamedov then departed for Turkmenistan. Some time later, the presidential aircraft landed at Ashgabat International Airport.
President of Turkmenistan Presented with a Karabakh Horse in Azerbaijan
24.06.2026As part of the state visit of President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov to the Republic of Azerbaijan, a trip to the city of Shusha took place together with President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev. As a symbol of respect and friendship between the two countries, the President of Turkmenistan was presented with a Karabakh horse. This was reported by the IIC. Shusha is located at an altitude of 1,368 meters above sea level and is considered the cultural capital of Azerbaijan. In the 19th and 20th centuries, the city was one of the centers of the Caucasus’ musical culture. It is also known as a mountain resort. Its historic center features architectural monuments, mosques, caravanserais, madrasas, and fortress structures. Upon arrival, the heads of state familiarized themselves with the construction of a residential complex and inspected the Shusha Mosque currently under construction. They then visited an exhibition dedicated to national leader Heydar Aliyev and the history of Karabakh, as well as a number of historical and cultural sites. During the visit, the Presidents of the two countries also traveled to the Jidir Duzu plain, where Azerbaijani horsemen staged demonstration performances featuring Karabakh horses.
President of Turkmenistan Visits Azerbaijan’s Cultural Capital
24.06.2026As part of his state visit to Azerbaijan, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, together with President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, visited the city of Shusha. This was reported by the IIC. Shusha, situated at an altitude of 1,368 meters above sea level, is considered the cultural capital of Azerbaijan. The city is renowned for its rich historical and architectural heritage, as well as its picturesque landscapes and favorable climate. During the trip, the two heads of state reviewed the progress of construction of a new residential complex and the Shusha Mosque. They also visited an exhibition dedicated to Azerbaijan’s National Leader Heydar Aliyev and the history of Karabakh, and toured several of the city’s historical and cultural landmarks. The visit program continued on the Jidir Duzu plain, where a special equestrian performance featuring Karabakh horses was organized for the leaders of the two countries. As a sign of respect and friendship between the Turkmen and Azerbaijani peoples, the President of Turkmenistan was presented with a Karabakh horse as a gift. The gesture symbolized the further strengthening of the brotherly relations between the two states.
President of Turkmenistan Visits Fuzuli During State Visit to Azerbaijan
24.06.2026On the second day of his state visit to Azerbaijan, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov visited the city of Fuzuli, where he was welcomed by President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev. This was reported by the IIC. The main event of the visit was a tour of the construction site of a mosque being built as a humanitarian gift from the Turkmen people to Azerbaijan. The project was launched in October 2025 in the city of Gabala during the 12th Summit of the Organization of Turkic States, with the participation of the National Leader of the Turkmen People and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. The construction is being financed by the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Care. The general contractor is the private enterprise “Aga-Gurluşyk”. The mosque is designed to accommodate 500 worshippers. The complex will also include a sadaqah hall with seating for 250 people and facilities for ritual ablutions. According to the report, construction work is progressing at an active pace. The facility is expected to become a symbol of cultural and humanitarian cooperation, as well as the shared spiritual values of the Turkmen and Azerbaijani peoples. After visiting Fuzuli, the President of Turkmenistan proceeded to the city of Shusha, where the program of the state visit continued.
Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan Sign Customs Cooperation Agreements
24.06.2026As part of the state visit of the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, to Azerbaijan on June 22, 2026, a ceremony was held to sign bilateral documents in the customs sector. This was reported by the TDH news agency. Following high-level talks, the parties signed the Technical Conditions for the Exchange of Advance Information on Goods and the Protocol on Cooperation in the Field of Customs Statistics of Mutual Trade. The Technical Conditions provide for the exchange of advance information on goods being transported. The initiative is aimed at accelerating customs procedures, reducing cargo clearance times, and increasing the transparency of foreign trade operations. The Protocol on Cooperation in the Field of Customs Statistics is intended to improve the exchange of statistical data and enhance the accuracy of accounting for bilateral trade. The implementation of the signed documents is expected to contribute to the growth of trade turnover and strengthen the region’s transit potential.
Turkmenistan Confirms Readiness to Supply Electricity to Azerbaijan
24.06.2026During a state visit to Baku, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov announced the country's readiness to supply electricity to Azerbaijan. In particular, the initiative involves utilizing the capacity of a 1,574-megawatt power plant currently under construction on the Caspian Sea coast, according to the TDH news agency. During talks with President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, the parties discussed the development of the Turkmenistan–Azerbaijan–Georgia–Romania transport corridor, which will connect the Caspian and Black Seas. According to Serdar Berdimuhamedov, the project will create additional opportunities for expanding trade and investment cooperation. Promising areas of cooperation also include the oil and gas, chemical, and textile industries, as well as the transport and transit sector. The Turkmen side proposed intensifying the work of the Turkmen-Azerbaijani Commission on Transport and Logistics and the Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation. In addition, the President of Turkmenistan put forward an initiative to hold a meeting of the heads of the Caspian littoral states in October 2026 in the Avaza National Tourist Zone. The parties also paid special attention to cultural and humanitarian cooperation, including the organization of Culture Days in both countries and the construction of a mosque in the city of Fuzuli. The state visit of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov to Azerbaijan is ongoing.
Turkmen actor wins Best Actor award at festival in Russia
23.06.2026Turkmen actor Chary Berdiev has received the main award for Best Actor at the first Mari International Ethnic Film Festival, which was held in Yoshkar-Ola, Russia. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The jury praised his performance for its expressive and dramatically structured portrayal of a prominent Eastern poet and thinker in the feature-length Turkmen-Uzbek film “Magtymguly Fragi.” The festival showcased 6 feature films and 14 short films. The feature film competition included works presented within the framework of the first Open Eurasian Film Award “Diamond Butterfly,” held under the auspices of the Russian Ministry of Culture.
Turkmenistan and Poland discussed the development of cooperation in the field of migration
23.06.2026On June 22, 2026, a working meeting was held in Warsaw between the Head of the State Migration Service of Turkmenistan, A. Sazakova, and the Head of the Border Guard of the Republic of Poland, Robert Bagan. This was reported by the press service of the State Migration Service of Turkmenistan. During the meeting, the two sides confirmed their readiness to continue cooperation in the areas of peace, security, and sustainable development. They also discussed prospects for interaction within the global migration system. As a result of the negotiations, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the State Migration Service of Turkmenistan and the State Border Guard Service of the Ministry of the Interior of the Republic of Poland on cooperation in the field of migration. The document provides for the expansion of information exchange and best practices, the holding of joint consultations and expert meetings, as well as the development of professional contacts between specialists. The parties noted that the signing of the Memorandum contributes to strengthening bilateral cooperation and forming an international legal framework for interaction in the field of migration. At the end of the meeting, the participants expressed confidence in the further development of partnership and the implementation of joint initiatives.
The Minister of Finance of Turkmenistan held a meeting with representatives of the World Bank
23.06.2026Minister of Finance and Economy of Turkmenistan, Mammetguly Astangulov, held talks with World Bank representatives Andrey Mikhnev and Indira John-Abraham, according to the IIC. The parties discussed the implementation of a cooperation roadmap, including digital transformation, the development of a “green” economy and the transport sector, as well as Turkmenistan’s participation in regional initiatives such as REMIT and the “One Health” program. Special attention was given to the integration of the country’s macroeconomic indicators into World Bank analytical materials, improving environmental sustainability, reducing methane emissions in the oil and gas sector, and modernizing water resource management. The parties also agreed to intensify efforts to improve the investment climate and strengthen the country’s position in the “Business Ready” ranking.
Azerbaijan will continue to support Turkmenistan’s policy of neutrality
23.06.2026In Azerbaijan, they support and will continue to support Turkmenistan’s policy of neutrality. This was stated by the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev during a briefing for representatives of the press, according to the TDH news agency. During his remarks, Ilham Aliyev expressed gratitude to the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. The President of the Republic of Azerbaijan emphasized that interstate relations are based on shared history, cultural and spiritual values. It was also noted that the initiative to build a mosque in the city of Fuzuli, proposed during the visit of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov to Azerbaijan in July last year, is currently being implemented. Speaking about humanitarian cooperation, Ilham Aliyev said that cultural events are regularly held between the two countries. Recently, Days of Azerbaijani Culture were held in Ashgabat and the city of Arkadag, while last year Days of Turkmen Culture took place in Baku and Ganja. Ilham Aliyev also noted that Baku and Ashgabat, as well as Arkadag and Fuzuli, are sister cities, reflecting the development of intercity ties and bilateral cooperation. The President of Azerbaijan thanked the Turkmen side for supporting Azerbaijan’s admission as a full member of the Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia. The development of cooperation in the transport and logistics sector, which is strategic and long-term in nature, was also discussed. Ilham Aliyev noted that both Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan possess significant energy resources and expressed interest in strengthening cooperation in the energy sector. At the end, Ilham Aliyev conveyed his best wishes to the Hero-Arkadag and the people of Turkmenistan.
Digital transformation of statistics: a new project of Turkmenistan and the World Bank
23.06.2026The State Committee of Turkmenistan on Statistics and the World Bank have signed a consulting cooperation agreement for 2026–2027 aimed at modernizing the national statistical system and introducing digital solutions. This was reported by the IIC. The project also envisages aligning macroeconomic indicators with the international 2025 System of National Accounts (SNA-2025) standard. Within the framework of the cooperation, updates are planned for methodologies used to calculate GDP, price indices, and purchasing power parity. Special attention will be given to the digitalization of data collection through a transition to the CAPI system and the use of the Survey Solutions platform. The implementation of the program is expected to improve the accuracy and transparency of statistics, as well as ensure its integration into international reporting. Training of specialists and pilot studies are also planned.
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