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Students from South Korea were introduced to the Turkmen language and culture
09.07.2026The summer placement programme for students from Kangwon National University in the Republic of Korea has come to an end at the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The programme was organised as part of a cooperation agreement between the two universities and was aimed at developing academic ties and cultural exchange. During the programme, the Korean students studied the Turkmen language and culture and familiarised themselves with the institute’s teaching methods, whilst students and lecturers from the Turkmen National Institute of World Languages exchanged experiences with their colleagues from the Republic of Korea. According to Ogulsabyr Berdiyeva, a lecturer at the university, the programme marked an important step in strengthening cooperation between the two countries, opening up new opportunities for academic exchange and joint projects.
A new issue of the journal ‘Democracy and Law’ has been published in Turkmenistan
09.07.2026The latest issue of the quarterly scientific and applied journal ‘Democracy and Law’, published by the Institute of State, Law and Democracy of Turkmenistan, has been released in Turkmenistan. This was reported by the news agency TDH. The publication, available in Turkmen, English and Russian, focuses on issues relating to the country’s domestic and foreign policy, legislation, international cooperation, and scientific, educational and youth policy. The first article in this issue features a speech by the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, at the Regional Environmental Summit in Astana on 22 April 2026. In it, he emphasised the need for a systematic approach to issues of environmental protection, climate change and regional environmental security. Also published is the speech by the President of Turkmenistan at the meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Founding Members of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS). The Head of State emphasised the importance of a comprehensive solution to environmental problems relating to the Aral region, water resources and climate change, and proposed strengthening cooperation within the framework of regional mechanisms. Particular attention is given to the address by the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, at the International Vienna Energy and Climate Forum. The article reflects Turkmenistan’s position on energy security and sustainable development, as well as the initiative to develop an ‘Energy Code’ under the auspices of the UN. A significant part of this issue is devoted to education, science and youth policy. The articles examine the development of scientific and educational cooperation, the role of young people in the civil service and support for young professionals. The magazine also features articles on the legal framework for cooperation in the field of women’s rights in Central Asia and Turkmenistan’s international educational cooperation. The issue concludes with the traditional ‘Chronicle’ section.
A meeting of the Turkmen-Azerbaijani Intergovernmental Commission was held in Ashgabat
09.07.2026The ninth meeting of the Turkmen-Azerbaijani Inter-governmental Commission on Economic Co-operation was held at the building of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan. It was attended by the chair and members of the commission from the Turkmen side and an Azerbaijani delegation led by the Minister of Economy, Mikayil Jabbarov. Following the meeting, the parties signed a Protocol setting out joint steps to strengthen cooperation, according to the TDH news agency. Key outcomes and agreements: Agreements: The participants discussed the implementation of the agreements reached during the state visit of the President of Turkmenistan to Azerbaijan in June this year. The package of inter-ministerial documents signed at that time formed the basis for expanding the partnership. The parties noted the symbolic handover of the tanker ‘Dostluk’ to Turkmenistan and the ongoing construction of a mosque in the city of Fizuli, an initiative of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. Trade and investment: The figures for mutual trade were analysed and plans were drawn up to increase it. It was noted that regular business forums and bilateral meetings would serve as a stimulus for trade growth. Transport and logistics: The parties agreed to make more effective use of the potential of the Turkmenbashi International Seaport and the Baku International Commercial Seaport for transit freight transport along the Asia–Europe route. Energy: Coordination on the global hydrocarbons market was discussed during the event. In the electricity sector, the construction of a new 1,574 MW power station in the Turkmenbashi etrap of the Balkan velayat was identified as a promising area. The negotiation process also touched upon projects in the fields of digital development, telecommunications, agriculture, food security, the environment and urban planning. In the humanitarian sphere, the participants highlighted the establishment of twinning arrangements between the cities of Arkadag and Fizuli, the organisation of reciprocal Culture Days, and reaffirmed plans to develop ties in science, sport and youth policy.
The UNICEF Climate Summer School has begun in Turkmenistan
09.07.2026UNICEF, in partnership with the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, has launched the second Summer School on climate change for young people. This was reported by the news agency Orient. This year, 35 young people aged between 16 and 25 from all regions of the country took part in the programme. They were selected through a competitive process from among 150 candidates. The course comprises four thematic modules focusing on sustainable water management, biodiversity conservation, combating desertification, greening cities and waste recycling. The sessions are led by national and international experts. The programme also includes interactive training sessions, team projects and field trips. Zhanar Sagimbayeva, Deputy Representative of UNICEF in Turkmenistan, highlighted the importance of youth participation in addressing climate issues. In 2026, the Summer School served as a preparatory platform for the LCOY Turkmenistan 2026 National Youth Climate Conference. Participants will draft a National Youth Statement for the COP31 climate summit and present their environmental initiatives. The best projects submitted by graduates will receive expert support from UNICEF for implementation at a local level.
The second issue of a scientific journal has been published in Turkmenistan
09.07.2026The Magtymguly Turkmen State University has published the second issue of its online popular science journal ‘Scientific Research and Innovations’. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The new issue features scientific-theoretical, scientific-practical and scientific-methodological articles on the history and culture of the Turkmen people, Turkmen and foreign languages and literature, as well as on improving the teaching of the humanities, natural sciences and exact sciences. The journal also contains articles on research findings in the fields of medicinal plants, nano-, bio- and chemical technologies, the production of environmentally friendly products, and new materials made from local raw materials. The online journal was established at the Magtymguly Turkmen State University at the beginning of this year to promote the achievements of Turkmen science, disseminate experience in the scientific and educational sectors, and foster young people’s interest in scientific activity. The journal publishes articles by professors, lecturers and students in Turkmen, Russian and English. It is published quarterly, and all issues are available on the website of Magtymguly Turkmen State University.
Turkmenistan took part in a session of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly
09.07.2026A delegation from Turkmenistan took part in the 33rd annual session of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly, which took place from 4 to 8 July 2026 in The Hague (Kingdom of the Netherlands). This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. During the session, representatives of Turkmenistan also took part in a side event entitled ‘Parliamentary Dialogue of Central Asian Countries as a Mechanism for Strengthening Confidence and Security in the OSCE Region and Beyond’, dedicated to the development of inter-parliamentary cooperation. The delegation presented Turkmenistan’s position on expanding inter-parliamentary cooperation as a means of fostering international dialogue and cooperation. On the sidelines of the session, a meeting took place with the President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly, Pere Joan Pons Sampietro. The parties discussed the current state and prospects of cooperation between Turkmenistan and the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly, as well as the significance of the international conferences in Ashgabat and the development of regional cooperation in Central Asia.
Serdar Berdimuhamedov congratulated Argentina on its Independence Day
09.07.2026The President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, has congratulated the President of the Argentine Republic, Javier Gerardo Milei, and the people of Argentina on Argentina’s Independence Day. This was reported by the online news site AsmanNews. In his message of congratulations, the Head of Turkmenistan wished President Javier Gerardo Milei good health and happiness, and the people of the Republic of Argentina peace, well-being and prosperity.
The President of Turkmenistan received the Minister of Economy of Azerbaijan
09.07.2026On 8 July, the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, received the Minister of Economy of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Mikayil Jabbarov, who had arrived in Turkmenistan on a visit. This was reported by the news agency TDH. During the meeting, the Azerbaijani Minister for the Economy conveyed greetings and best wishes to the Head of State from Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, noting the particular importance Azerbaijan attaches to developing cooperation with Turkmenistan. Mikayil Jabbarov also emphasised that the recent state visit by the President of Turkmenistan to Azerbaijan had taken bilateral relations to a new level. Serdar Berdimuhamedov expressed his gratitude for the kind words, conveyed his best wishes in return to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, and expressed his confidence that Mikayil Jabbarov’s visit would contribute to the strengthening of trade and economic cooperation. The Head of State also wished success for the forthcoming meeting of the Turkmen-Azerbaijani Inter-governmental Commission on Economic Cooperation. During the meeting, it was noted that Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan are consistently developing political dialogue, trade, economic and investment cooperation, as well as implementing joint projects. The parties emphasised the importance of the forthcoming Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia and the Republic of Azerbaijan to be held in Turkmenistan, and also noted the role of the Turkmen-Azerbaijani Inter-governmental Commission in expanding cooperation in the fields of trade, logistics, science and technology. Particular attention was paid to developing cooperation in the energy sector, transport and transit, and logistics, taking into account the favourable geographical location of both countries. The prospects for expanding ties in the fields of science, education and culture were also discussed. Following the meeting, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Mikayil Jabbarov, Minister of Economy of the Republic of Azerbaijan, expressed their confidence in the further strengthening of Turkmen-Azerbaijani cooperation and exchanged best wishes.
Turkmenistan and Armenia have increased the volume of their bilateral trade
09.07.2026Trade between Turkmenistan and Armenia increased by more than 60 per cent by the end of 2025, reaching approximately 36.5 million US dollars, according to Arsen Avagyan, Armenia’s Ambassador to Turkmenistan. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. According to him, the volume of trade rose from US$21.1 million in 2022 and US$22.3 million in 2024 to the current figure. This positive trend has continued into 2026: between January and April, trade turnover reached US$17.5 million. The diplomat noted that the growth in trade figures reflects the expansion of economic cooperation between the two countries. The Armenian-Turkmen business forum, held on 15 January in Yerevan, marked a new stage in this cooperation. A. Avagyan emphasised that the potential for cooperation has not yet been fully realised. Promising areas remain energy, transport and logistics, industry, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, high technology and digitalisation. The parties are paying particular attention to developing transit opportunities and strengthening regional connectivity.
Turkmenistan and Kyrgyzstan discussed cooperation in the energy sector
09.07.2026Nury Golliyev, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Kyrgyz Republic, met with Altynbek Rysbekov, Minister of Energy of Kyrgyzstan. The parties discussed prospects for the development of bilateral cooperation in the energy sector, according to the IIC of Turkmenistan. During the negotiations, particular attention was paid to expanding cooperation in the electricity sector and the fuel and energy complex, as well as to the implementation of joint projects. The participants noted that the energy sector remains one of the key areas of cooperation between Turkmenistan and Kyrgyzstan. The parties reaffirmed their interest in further strengthening their partnership and continuing regular dialogue on issues of mutually beneficial cooperation.
Teachers in Turkmenistan have received awards for their contribution to climate education
09.07.2026Teachers from Turkmenistan have won prizes at the 3rd International Competition for the Development of Teaching Materials on Climate Change, organised by the UNDP Istanbul Regional Hub as part of the ‘Climate Box’ initiative. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. UNDP’s Resident Representative in Turkmenistan, Narine Sahakyan, presented the winners with certificates and commemorative gifts. First place went to teachers from School No. 11 in Turkmenabat, second place to School No. 55 in Ashgabat, and third place to School No. 2 in Farap. The participants’ work was recognised for its innovative approaches to teaching climate-related topics and fostering environmental responsibility among schoolchildren. The ‘Climate Box’ educational kit, adapted into Turkmen and Russian, has been prepared for use in schools across the country.
‘Türkmennebit’s drilling crews are continuing to develop the Goturdepe oil fields
09.07.2026Drillers from the ‘Nebitgazburawlaýyş’ Trust, part of the ‘Türkmennebit’ State Concern, continue to achieve excellent results. In the first half of the year, the specialists completed the drilling of 12 productive wells, drilling a total of 67,516 metres, which is 12.5 per cent above target, according to the online newspaper ‘Nebit-Gaz’. The teams from the ‘Goturdepe’ Drilling Operations Department made a significant contribution, having completed the construction of five wells at the ‘Goturdepe’ and ‘Uzynada’ fields, four of which are production wells. As part of the development of the ‘Northern Goturdepe’ field, wells No. 176, No. 311 and No. 414 were brought into production. The use of modern drilling rigs improved the efficiency of the work. One of the key achievements was the development of well No. 1824 at ‘Eastern Goturdepe’, which reached a depth of 3,900 metres. A commercial flow of oil was obtained from the lower red formation, and following the completion of workover operations, the well was put into production and currently produces 38.7 tonnes of oil per day. Further development of the field involves the development of deep horizons and the drilling of new wells. In the near future, specialists will commence construction of well No. 1825. The use of modern technologies and equipment will improve production efficiency and strengthen the potential of the country’s oil and gas industry.
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