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Last week, 14 deals were concluded on the SCRMET
15.07.2025Last week, 14 deals were concluded on the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. Entrepreneurs from Afghanistan and Uzbekistan purchased base oil, liquefied gas and sodium chloride for foreign currency. Representatives from Serbia, the UAE and Afghanistan purchased licorice, dyed fabric, men's shirts and Portland cement. The total amount of foreign currency transactions exceeded $1.47 million. On the domestic market, Turkmen businessmen purchased licorice extract, base oil, aerated concrete, soapstock fatty acids, and cotton. The total amount of transactions amounted to more than 5.8 million manats.
Turkmenistan delegation took part in the ‘Children of the Commonwealth’ forum in Belarus
15.07.2025On 13 July, the 10th International Cultural and Educational Forum ‘Children of the Commonwealth’ was held in Minsk at the ‘Zubrenok’ National Children's Educational and Health Centre, with the participation of a delegation from Turkmenistan. This was reported by the press service of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The forum was organised by the Interparliamentary Assembly of the CIS and the Council of the Republic of Belarus with the support of the Interstate Fund for Humanitarian Cooperation of the CIS countries. Among the participants were representatives of the Embassy of Turkmenistan, headed by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Belarus, Nazarguly Shaguliyev, schoolchildren from CIS countries, as well as the director of the centre, Tatyana Osmolovskaya. The Ambassador of Turkmenistan noted the symbolism of the fact that 2025 is the International Year of Peace and Trust, which coincides with the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality. The Head of the diplomatic mission emphasised the importance of cultural exchange and educating young people in the spirit of friendship. The Turkmen delegation presented the country's culture through crafts, music and dance, and also organised a photo exhibition and video presentation dedicated to the historical and cultural heritage of Turkmenistan.
‘Turkmenistan’ Airlines has started flights to Seoul
15.07.2025On 14 July, the first direct flight from Ashgabat International Airport to the capital Seoul was operated by ‘Turkmenistan’ Airlines. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. The route is 5,842 kilometres long, and the flight time is approximately 7 hours and 30 minutes. The first flight was fully booked, with 365 passengers on board. According to the schedule, regular flights on the Ashgabat-Seoul-Ashgabat route will be operated once a week on Mondays. The opening of the new route is intended to improve transport accessibility for students, businesspeople and tourists, as well as simplify logistics between the two countries. The new route is part of a strategy to expand Turkmenistan's international air network and strengthen cooperation with the Republic of Korea in the field of civil aviation.
Turkmen wrestlers won five medals at the Asian Championships
15.07.2025The Turkmenistan wrestling team won five medals at the Asian Junior (under 20) and Cadet (under 15) Championships held in Bishkek. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The Turkmen team won one silver and four bronze medals. In the junior freestyle wrestling competition, Dovletgeldi Myradov won silver in the 86 kg weight category. Bronze medals went to Vatan Annaorazov (74 kg) and Alp Arslan Begenjov (79 kg). Among the cadets, bronze medallists were Meret Durdyev, who took third place in the 44 kg freestyle category, and Jeyhun Hakberdiyev, who won an award in the Greco-Roman style (52 kg).
The ‘Arkadag’ Football Club has begun training camp in the city of Bansko
15.07.2025The ‘Arkadag’ Football Club has begun its training camp in the Bulgarian city of Bansko, which will last until 31 July. This stage will be crucial in preparing for the second half of the season and the debut in the group stage of the AFC Champions League, according to the IIC of Turkmenistan. During the training camp, friendly matches with foreign teams are planned, with dates to be announced later. The coaching staff is focused on maintaining fitness and working on teamwork. During the summer transfer window, the team was strengthened by three young players from ‘Ahal’: goalkeeper Seyran Ashirov, midfielder Ibrahim Amangeldiyev and striker Gurbanmuhammet Esenov. All of them represent the Turkmenistan youth national team. ‘Arkadag’ leads the national championship with 42 points and is preparing to represent the country in the AFC Champions League, which it qualified for after winning the Challenge League. The draw for the tournament will take place on 15 August.
Foreign Affairs Ministries of Turkmenistan and Cyprus discussed cooperation and preparations for UN conference
15.07.2025On 14 July, a telephone conversation took place between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and his Cypriot counterpart Constantinos Kombos. This was reported on the website of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. During the conversation, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of bilateral relations between Turkmenistan and the Republic of Cyprus. Particular attention was paid to preparations for the upcoming Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC 3), which is of mutual interest to both countries. The telephone conversations between the Heads of the foreign ministries of the two countries confirmed their mutual interest in strengthening dialogue and developing cooperation in multilateral international forums.
An international training course on sustainable development of the Caspian Sea has started in Ashgabat
15.07.2025On 14 July this year, a two-week training course entitled ‘The Caspian Sea – Sustainable Development and Management’ opened in Ashgabat, organised by Turkmen authorities in conjunction with the International Ocean Institute (IOI). The training is attended by specialists from all Caspian littoral states – Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, Iran, Kazakhstan and Russia – representing various fields ranging from ecology and oil and gas to transport and fisheries. This was reported by the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The course programme includes innovative modules on maritime spatial planning and a special seminar on the Agreement on Marine Biodiversity beyond National Jurisdiction. Representatives of the IOI and the UN delivered welcoming speeches at the opening ceremony, noting Turkmenistan's leading role in promoting sustainable development in the Caspian region. The event continues the tradition of international cooperation among the Caspian littoral states in addressing pressing environmental, economic and security issues in this unique water basin.
Turkmenistan and the International Tennis Federation are developing cooperation
15.07.2025On the sidelines of the Wimbledon tournament, the Chairman of the Turkmenistan Tennis Federation (TTF), Eziz Dovletov, held talks with the President of the International Tennis Federation (ITF), David Haggerty. The main topic of the meeting was the discussion of a draft memorandum of understanding between the TTF and the ITF aimed at strengthening cooperation in the development of tennis in Turkmenistan. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The parties discussed issues related to the integration of Turkmen athletes into world tennis, increasing the number of professional coaches and attracting international experts to work with the national team. Special attention was paid to preparations for the ITF Level 2 regional training seminar in Ashgabat, which is scheduled for August this year at the Asian Regional Training Centre. The ITF President noted the significant successes of Turkmen tennis players, including the children's team reaching the final of the Asian Championships, the women's team finishing second in the Billie Jean King Cup and the impressive debut of the men's team at a prestigious world tournament. These achievements were made possible by consistent efforts to develop tennis in the country, including the recognition of the Olympic Town Tennis Complex as an Asian Regional Training Centre and the awarding of an ITF certificate to Turkmenistan for its contribution to the development of the sport.
Turkmenistan and China discussed prospects for cooperation
14.07.2025Today, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Myakhri Byashimova held a meeting with Chargé d'Affaires of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Turkmenistan Zhong Hua. This was reported by the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. During the talks, the sides discussed the current state and prospects of cooperation between Turkmenistan and China. Particular attention was paid to preparations for the upcoming Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC 3). During the discussion, the Turkmen side invited representatives of the Chinese delegation to participate in the Meeting of Women Leaders, which will be held within the framework of LLDC 3. This initiative highlights the important role of women in international diplomacy and the development of global cooperation. The meeting demonstrated the mutual interest of Turkmenistan and China in strengthening bilateral relations and working together in multilateral international forums.
Turkmenistan took part in the 12th EU – Central Asia Security Dialogue
14.07.2025On 11 July this year, the 12th meeting of the High-Level Dialogue on Politics and Security between the European Union and Central Asian countries took place in Dushanbe. The meeting at the level of deputy foreign ministers brought together representatives of the European External Action Service and diplomats from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. This was reported by the IIC. During the talks, the parties discussed topical issues of regional and interregional cooperation, as well as topics of mutual interest. Turkmenistan was represented at the event by Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Republic of Tajikistan A. Gochmyradov. The EU – Central Asia Dialogue serves as an important platform for strengthening cooperation in the field of security and political interaction between Europe and the countries of the region.
Wrestler from Turkmenistan wins bronze at Asian Junior Championships
14.07.202518-year-old Turkmen freestyle wrestler Alp Arslan Begenjov won bronze in the 79 kg weight category at the Asian Wrestling Championships in Bishkek among athletes under 20 years of age. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. In the match for third place, the Turkmen athlete confidently defeated Uzbek wrestler Jorullo Abdufattokhov with a score of 12:1. Earlier in June, at the Asian Youth Championships (under 23) in Vietnam, the Turkmen wrestler won silver in the same weight category. It is worth noting that Alp Arslan Begenjov became the first Turkmen wrestler to win gold at the World Youth Freestyle Wrestling Championships for athletes under 20 years of age. The tournament was held in September 2024 in Spain.
Concept of new regional UNDP project presented in Turkmenistan
14.07.2025On 10–11 July, a seminar was held in Ashgabat to present the concept of a new UNDP regional project, ‘Enhancing Urban Resilience to Disaster Risks and Climate Change in Central Asia.’ This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The initiative is being implemented with the support of the Government of Japan in partnership with the Ashgabat City Administration and the Ministry of Construction and Architecture of Turkmenistan. The event brought together a wide range of participants, including representatives of government agencies, international and scientific institutions involved in urban planning, sustainable development, climate and disaster risk reduction. Tomica Paovic, UNDP Deputy Resident Representative in Turkmenistan, emphasised the importance of the project for the region, which is particularly vulnerable to natural disasters, and noted the need to build sustainable cities. Participants discussed the framework for a roadmap for the sustainable development of Ashgabat, the formation of a working group and the stages of project implementation. The project covers five countries in the region and will run until 2027, focusing on sustainable urban development and climate adaptation in the face of growing environmental threats.
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