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The Ambassador of Turkmenistan held a meeting with the State Minister of Georgia
06.11.2025On 5 November, Turkmenistan's Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Dovletmyrat Seyitmammedov met with Georgia's State Minister for Reconciliation and Civil Equality Tea Akhvlediani in Tbilisi, according to the news website Asmannews. The parties discussed the development of bilateral cooperation in the economy, transport, culture and education, and also focused on the protection of civil rights and equality. The Ambassador presented the project of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship. The preparation of the International Forum in Ashgabat on 12 December, dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality and the International Year of Peace and Trust, was discussed. The participants of the meeting expressed their readiness to further strengthen bilateral ties and expand cooperation.
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.
Turkmenistan's international course: a policy of dialogue and sustainable development
06.11.2025In October, Turkmenistan actively continued its policy of openness and expansion of international cooperation under the leadership of President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. A wide range of events took place in the country and abroad, including working meetings, political consultations, business negotiations and forums aimed at strengthening partnerships and developing trade, investment, energy, transport, ecology and cultural and humanitarian cooperation. Particular attention was paid to cooperation with international organisations such as the UN, UNICEF, ADB, OSCE and the EU. These contacts included discussions on the UNICEF Country Programme for 2026–2030, the Framework Programme for Cooperation with the UN, projects in the field of biodiversity protection in the Caspian Sea, as well as initiatives for the transition to a ‘green’ economy and digital transformation. Turkmen delegations held meetings with representatives of Croatia, Japan, Malaysia, India, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Uganda, Eswatini, as well as with the leaders of Central Asian countries, Russia, Georgia, Afghanistan, Iraq, Serbia, Lithuania and Germany. Bilateral and multilateral agreements, cooperation programmes and protocols were signed, including in the trade, economic, energy, cultural and humanitarian spheres. Of particular importance were the preparations for the International Forum on Peace and Trust in Ashgabat, the promotion of joint infrastructure and energy projects, including the ‘Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India’ gas pipeline, and the strengthening of strategic cooperation in the Caspian region. These events demonstrate Turkmenistan's systematic approach to implementing a constructive foreign policy and developing multilateral cooperation in the international arena.
Turkmenistan participated in the CIS Council meeting on labour issues
06.11.2025A delegation from Turkmenistan took part in a meeting of the Advisory Council on Labour, Employment and Social Protection of the CIS States, held in Tashkent, according to the news website Asmannews. Representatives of the Commonwealth countries, relevant committees and international organisations participated in the discussions. The meeting addressed issues of cooperation in the social and labour spheres, the digitalisation of employment, the improvement of labour market statistics and the project to form a common labour market in the CIS. In addition, the delegations visited local employment and vocational training centres to learn about practical mechanisms for supporting the population.
Hero Arkadag emphasised the priority of caring for children in need of guardianship
06.11.2025The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, stated at a meeting of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship that the Foundation's activities will continue to be improved. This was reported by the news website Asmannews. Hero Arkadag emphasised that, on the eve of the 30th anniversary of permanent neutrality, Turkmenistan is consistently strengthening the social sphere and improving the living conditions of the population. The National Leader of the Turkmen people noted that the Fund is doing important work on the comprehensive development of children in need of care, expanding international cooperation and strengthening humanitarian initiatives. According to the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, caring for children left without parental care is a long-standing national tradition, and the state strives to ensure their full participation in society. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov stressed that support for the younger generation remains a priority and will continue, as the country's prosperous future depends on it.
The National Leader of the Turkmen people made a working trip to the city of Arkadag
06.11.2025The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov visited the city of Arkadag, where he held a meeting of the Board of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship. This was reported by the news website Asmannews. During his trip, Hero Arkadag also familiarised himself with the progress of the second phase of construction of the new city. The meeting discussed issues related to the development of the Fund: the results of its work, amendments to the charter, the expansion of international cooperation and the procedure for spending funds. It was noted that over the past period, the Fund had organised charity events, financed medical operations and rehabilitation treatment for children, and held conferences and creative competitions. The meeting participants emphasised the importance of further strengthening international ties and improving the Fund's legal framework. A decision was made to amend the charter and introduce the status of Founder's Fund. In addition, an initiative to send humanitarian aid to Afghanistan, which was affected by the recent earthquake, was approved. At the end of the meeting, Berdimuhamedov familiarised himself with the project to install sculptures in the city park and gave recommendations on their artistic design.
Bilateral relations between Turkmenistan and Iran reach a new level
06.11.2025On 5 November, Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister of Turkmenistan Ahmet Gurbanov met with Governor of North Khorasan Province of the Islamic Republic of Iran Bahman Nouri. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of bilateral cooperation between Turkmenistan and Iran. During the conversation, it was noted that bilateral relations are at a high level, which is facilitated by the systematic and dynamic nature of contacts at the highest level. Particular attention was paid to the intensification of interregional cooperation, including the implementation of the provisions of the previously signed Memorandum of Cooperation between the Ahal velayat and the North Khorasan Province. In addition, opportunities for expanding cooperation between the Ahal velayat and North Khorasan in the trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres were discussed. Proposals were put forward aimed at developing promising and mutually beneficial areas of cooperation. During the visit, the delegation headed by the governor of North Khorasan Province is scheduled to meet with the leadership of the Ahal velayat and relevant ministries and departments.
Turkmenistan and Austria expand economic ties
06.11.2025The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan hosted a Turkmen-Austrian round table with the participation of an Austrian business delegation headed by Austrian Ambassador to Turkmenistan Thomas Schuller-Götzburg (resident in Baku). The delegation included representatives of private companies, according to the online news resource TerraNews. The parties discussed strengthening economic partnership and potential areas of cooperation. After the plenary session, B2B meetings were held, during which entrepreneurs will exchange contacts and discuss opportunities for joint projects. The aim of the event was to intensify business ties and attract Austrian investment into the economy of Turkmenistan.
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Indonesia presented copies of his credentials
05.11.2025On 4 November, at the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Indonesia, a meeting was held between the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Indonesia (residing in Kuala Lumpur) Muhammetnyyaz Mashalov with the Director-General for Protocol and Consular Affairs Department of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of the Republic of Indonesia, Andy Rachmianto, during which the Ambassador presented copies of his credentials. This was reported by the press service of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The Indonesian side congratulated the diplomat on his appointment and expressed its readiness to assist in his activities. The parties emphasised the importance of high-level contacts and discussed the prospects for organising visits by the leaders of the two countries. Following the meeting, an agreement was reached to maintain regular dialogue between the foreign ministries to further strengthen bilateral cooperation.
The Ambassador of Tajikistan visited the library of Turkmenistan and donated books
05.11.2025The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Tajikistan to Turkmenistan, Vafo Niyatbekzoda, visited the State Library of the State Cultural Centre of Turkmenistan. He was welcomed by the head of the library, Lachyn Nurmuhammedova, according to the online news resource TerraNews. During the visit, they discussed current and future areas of cultural and humanitarian cooperation, as well as ways to intensify the exchange of experience and book collections between libraries. The Ambassador familiarised himself with the library's work on preserving rare and antique publications and took part in the transfer of books on the history and modern development of Tajikistan. The exchange of literature strengthens the library collection of Turkmenistan and confirms the cultural ties between Ashgabat and Dushanbe, becoming a significant step in cooperation in the field of book publishing.
Turkmenistan held negotiations with ‘MAN Energy Solutions’ on energy development
05.11.2025On the sidelines of the CIET 2025 International Conference and Exhibition, Deputy Minister of Energy of Turkmenistan Serdar Saparov held a meeting with Boris Levin, representative of MAN Energy Solutions, according to the online news resource TerraNews. During the negotiations, they discussed the possibilities of using MAN's advanced technologies to modernise existing energy facilities and build new ones. Particular attention was paid to improving the efficiency of equipment and reducing natural gas consumption. The parties also considered measures to reduce the carbon footprint, including the introduction of energy-efficient equipment and the use of low-carbon fuels. Issues of technical maintenance, training of Turkmen specialists and the potential localisation of service centres were discussed. The meeting demonstrates Turkmenistan's desire to attract global technology leaders to achieve its strategic goals in the field of energy security and sustainable development.
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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