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The Ambassador of Turkmenistan held a meeting with the UN Resident Coordinator in Astana
16.08.2025The Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Kazakhstan, Batyr Rejepov, held a meeting with the UN Resident Coordinator in Astana, Sarango Radna. This was reported by the online publication Arzuw News. The parties discussed the results of the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC 3), held on 5-8 August in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone. Particular emphasis was placed on the importance of Turkmenistan's cooperation with the UN and the role of the forum, which coincided with the 30th anniversary of the country's neutrality and the 80th anniversary of the founding of the UN. During the conference, key issues of the global economy and prospects for their resolution were discussed. Following the meeting, the diplomats exchanged views on possible joint initiatives, emphasising that the results of the forum create new opportunities for the development of international transport links.
The opponents of Turkmen football clubs in the AFC Champions League have been determined
16.08.2025The draw for the AFC Champions League has determined the opponents of Turkmen clubs on the international arena. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. The national champion ‘Arkadag’ will play in Group B against teams from Qatar, Uzbekistan and Bahrain. ‘Ahal’ has been drawn in Group C, where it will face teams from Iran, Jordan and India. Thus, both Turkmen teams begin a new stage in the struggle on Asian football fields.
In Turkmenistan, neurosurgery was performed on a child with cerebral palsy for the first time
16.08.2025Turkmen surgeons have performed selective dorsal rhizotomy for the first time — a complex spinal surgery to treat cerebral palsy in children. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. The patient was a 10-year-old child diagnosed with cerebral palsy and spastic tetraparesis. The surgery was successful, and the boy is in satisfactory condition. Rhizotomy helps reduce muscle spasticity and improve the motor activity of patients with cerebral palsy. Professor Maximilian Boschick Broneck from Germany, who also conducted consultations and examinations during the working visit, participated in the operation. The operation was part of a healthcare modernisation programme and was carried out with the support of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship. The successful introduction of the new technique opens up prospects for the treatment of children with neurological diseases in Turkmenistan.
A conference on the development of the digital economy was held in Ashgabat
16.08.2025A conference on the digital transformation of the economy was held at the International Scientific-Technological Park of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. Participants discussed cybersecurity, electronic document management, the application of ICT in various fields, and the use of alternative energy with digital technologies. Specialist Ahmet Esenov presented Li-Fi technology, which is a high-speed data transmission method using light and is considered an alternative to Wi-Fi. Nikolay Nikolayev, an employee of the geoinformation systems department, spoke about the application of mobile spatial technologies, in particular the QField tool, for resource management, urban planning and logistics. The conference highlighted the importance of digital development and the implementation of innovative projects for the formation of modern infrastructure and sustainable economic growth.
Young artists from Turkmenistan participate in international festival in Aktau
16.08.2025Young artists from Turkmenistan are participating in the international children's creativity festival ‘Өнерлі өрен’ as part of the ‘Aktau – the Cultural Capital of the Turkic World’ project. This was reported by the news agency Orient. Children from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Turkey, Tuva and Bashkortostan are also participating in the event. The competition includes four categories: folk instruments, folk and pop singing, and choreography. The festival aims to preserve creative traditions and strengthen cultural ties between Turkic countries. The event is being held at the Abai Cultural and Leisure Complex and will end on 18 August.
Turkmen businessmen invited to oil and gas exhibition in Pakistan
16.08.2025Turkmen companies are inviting participants to the international exhibition ‘Oil & Gas Asia 2025’, which will be held from 23 to 25 August at the Karachi Expo Centre (Pakistan). This was reported by the online publication ‘Business Turkmenistan’. The exhibition will cover all areas of the oil and gas industry, from geological exploration and drilling to processing, logistics and environmentally friendly technologies. The event will feature seismic exploration systems, pumps, compressors, oil processing, filtration and well control equipment. Participation in the exhibition will allow companies to showcase their products, establish international contacts, exchange experience and attract investment in the regional oil and gas sector.
Turkmenistan promotes the unification of efforts of youth in landlocked countries
16.08.2025From 5 to 8 August, the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC 3) was held in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone. The conference included a Youth Forum, which discussed issues of sustainable development, digitalisation and the fight against climate change, according to the state news agency TDH. The forum became a platform for exchanging experiences and ideas, confirming the significant role of the younger generation in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. Participants adopted the Declaration ‘Building Bridges for LLDC Futures,’ which provides for the expansion of youth rights, the development of dialogue platforms, science, education and innovation. The document pays special attention to supporting youth entrepreneurship, digital trade, green technologies and the modernisation of transport infrastructure. It emphasises the importance of inclusion, human rights and youth participation in decision-making. Turkmenistan is actively developing youth initiatives, including the creation of the ‘Youth Dialogue of Central Asian States’ and support for start-ups. The country is implementing programmes in the fields of education, digitalisation, ecology and sport. Young people are involved in projects to develop entrepreneurship, innovation and environmental protection, contributing to the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
A meeting with the Ambassador of Qatar was held in Turkmenistan
16.08.2025On 15 August, Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister of Turkmenistan Ahmet Gurbanov met with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the State of Qatar to Turkmenistan Hamad bin Rashid bin Hamad Al-Azbi. This was reported by the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. During the meeting, the interlocutors reviewed the current state and prospects of bilateral relations, paying particular attention to cooperation in the political, diplomatic, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres. The diplomats of the two countries noted the constructive nature of cooperation between Turkmenistan and Qatar and expressed mutual interest in further strengthening their partnership.
Turkmenistan and the UAE discussed prospects for bilateral cooperation
16.08.2025Today, Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister of Turkmenistan Myahri Byashimova held negotiations with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the UAE to Turkmenistan Ahmed Al-Hai Hamad Khamis Al-Hameli. This was reported on the website of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. During the talks, the diplomats discussed topical issues of bilateral cooperation, emphasising the importance of maintaining regular political dialogue. At the end of the meeting, mutual interest was expressed in further developing partnership relations between Turkmenistan and the United Arab Emirates.
Turkmen students receive education in the field of ecology with the support of CAREC
16.08.2025For two years, the CAREC office in Turkmenistan, led by Mergen Kepbanov, has been helping talented Turkmen students enrol in master's programmes at the Kazakh-German University (DKU). This cooperation opens up unique opportunities for young professionals to receive a quality education in the field of sustainable development and ecology. This was reported by IIC. On 12 August, the CAREC office hosted a meeting with three students who successfully enrolled at DKU this year. They expressed their gratitude to Mergen Kepbanov for his comprehensive support during the preparation and admission stages. The Kazakh-German University offers programmes in sustainable development and ecology with the opportunity to study German and English, as well as the opportunity to participate in academic exchanges with Germany. Mergen Kepbanov emphasised the importance of this educational project, stressing that the knowledge and skills acquired by the students will contribute to their professional growth and, in the long term, help to implement important initiatives for the sustainable development of Turkmenistan and the entire Central Asian region.
Turkmenistan participated in a regional seminar in Kyrgyzstan on cryosphere issues
16.08.2025In early August, the ‘Marco Polo’ Hotel on the shores of picturesque Lake Issyk-Kul hosted the fourth regional seminar on nivale-glacial systems and their role in sustainable development in Central Asia. The event brought together experts from five countries in the region, including specialists from Turkmenistan. This was reported by the IIC. During the seminar, participants summarised the results of an educational programme on the study of the cryosphere and discussed the country action plans that had been developed. Particular attention was paid to joint work on a subregional programme aimed at conserving water resources in the context of climate change. The Turkmen delegation actively participated in the discussions, emphasising the importance of monitoring snow cover in the Kopetdag and Koytendag mountain systems for the country's water supply. Despite the absence of permanent glaciers in Turkmenistan, these snow reserves play a key role in the formation of water resources in small rivers and springs, which is critical for agriculture and the ecological balance of the region. Turkmenistan's participation in this seminar reaffirms the country's commitment to international cooperation in the field of ecology and sustainable development, as well as its desire to find a balance between economic interests and the conservation of natural resources.
Turkmenistan participates in Central Asian Expert Forum in Tashkent
16.08.2025The VIII Central Asian Expert Forum ‘Central Asia – a common space of trust, security and sustainable development’ is being held in Tashkent on 14-15 August. Turkmenistan is represented at the event by experts from the Scientific Centre for Strategic Studies of the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. This was reported on the website of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. During the forum, Bekdurdy Amansaryev, an expert at the Institute of International Relations of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan, delivered a substantive report, highlighting Turkmenistan's significant contribution to the development of regional cooperation. Particular attention was paid to the country's role in ensuring stability and security, developing transport and logistics infrastructure, resolving water and energy issues, and implementing environmental initiatives. B. Amansaryev noted that Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality serves as a reliable basis for constructive dialogue and peacekeeping initiatives in Central Asia. The Turkmen side confirmed its readiness to continue actively participating in regional integration processes, offering concrete solutions to strengthen cooperation between the countries of Central Asia. The forum became an important platform for exchanging views and developing joint approaches to addressing pressing issues of regional development. The participation of the Turkmen delegation demonstrated the country's commitment to the principles of good-neighbourliness and mutually beneficial partnership.
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