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Turkmenistan and Brussels-Africa Hub intend to strengthen business ties
25.10.2025A meeting was held at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Belgium between Sapar Palvanov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Belgium, and Mouctar Bah, President of the Brussels-Africa Hub Organisation. This was reported by IIC. The parties discussed the prospects for cooperation between Turkmenistan and African countries through a platform that brings together business circles in Africa, Europe and Asia. The Ambassador noted the potential for cooperation in the agro-industrial sector and shared Turkmenistan's experience in the field of sustainable agriculture and food security. The President of Brussels-Africa Hub, in turn, positively assessed Turkmenistan's achievements in energy and agribusiness and expressed his readiness for practical cooperation. Following the meeting, the parties agreed to hold joint business forums and exhibitions, as well as a visit by the President of Brussels-Africa Hub to Turkmenistan to establish direct contacts with entrepreneurs.
OGT 2025: new technologies and partners in the energy market of Turkmenistan
25.10.2025The 30th anniversary International Conference and Exhibition ‘Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan – 2025’ (OGT 2025) became a significant platform for strengthening international cooperation. The event was attended by more than 1,400 delegates and over 100 companies, confirming the high level of interest in the country's energy market, according to the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The stand of ‘Seda’, the official representative of ‘Agilent Technologies’, presented the new ‘Agilent 8890’ gas chromatograph model with touch control and a self-diagnostic system. Company representative Anastasia Kostina noted that the device is ‘the benchmark in its category.’ In addition, ‘Seda’ represents the brands ‘Peak Scientific’, ‘Merck’, ‘Horiba’, ‘Thermo Fisher’, and ‘Sigma-Aldrich’. Among the new participants, ‘Nurpex Chemical Industries FZE’ from the UAE, which supplies chemical materials for the oil, gas and energy industries, stood out. Oraz Garayev, the company's representative in Turkmenistan, emphasised that participation in OGT 2025 opens up opportunities for expanding cooperation and implementing innovative solutions. The Chinese company ‘Hebei Huayang Steel Pipe Co., Ltd’, a manufacturer of straight-seam pipes used in the construction and transportation of energy carriers, also participated in the exhibition for the first time. The company already cooperates with a number of Asian countries and is interested in the Turkmen market. The results of OGT 2025 confirmed Turkmenistan's growing investment attractiveness and its desire to develop long-term partnerships with global leaders in the energy industry.
Turkmen Medical University joins Association of Universities of Caspian Countries
24.10.2025The Myrat Garryev State Medical University of Turkmenistan has become a new member of the Association of State Universities and Research Centres of the Caspian Region Countries. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The decision was made at the 27th General Assembly of the Association, held on 16–17 October in Atyrau (Kazakhstan). The university's membership in the Association opens up opportunities for expanding international cooperation, strengthening academic and scientific ties, as well as implementing joint projects and exchanging experience. This event was an important step in strengthening the position of Turkmenistan's higher medical education system in the international arena. The Assembly, held under the theme ‘The Caspian Ecosystem: Integration of Science and Education,’ was attended by representatives of universities and research centres from Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Iran, and Russia. Discussions continued at the international conference ‘Dosmukhamedov Readings 2025: Modern Innovations and Artificial Intelligence in the Development of Science and Education.’
Uzbekistan is ready to join hydrocarbon production projects in Turkmenistan
24.10.2025Uzbekistan is ready to participate in hydrocarbon production projects in Turkmenistan, said Deputy Minister of Energy of Uzbekistan Azizhoja Kobilov at the conference ‘Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan – 2025’. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. According to him, cooperation in the energy and oil and gas sectors is a key area of bilateral relations. Currently, Uzbekistan receives electricity, gas, condensate and other petroleum products from Turkmenistan. A. Kobilov noted that Turkmenistan has significant untapped hydrocarbon potential, the development of which will increase the energy security of the region and the world. Joint work in the extraction and processing of hydrocarbons, the development of gas chemistry and the introduction of modern technologies will strengthen energy sustainability, create new production chains and contribute to the region's economic growth.
The President of Turkmenistan arrived on an official visit to Italy
24.10.2025Today, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov departed for an official visit to the Italian Republic. The Head of State was seen off at Ashgabat International Airport by senior government officials, TDH reports. A few hours later, the President's plane landed at Leonardo da Vinci International Airport in Rome-Fiumicino, where Serdar Berdimuhamedov was warmly welcomed by Italian officials and members of the Turkmen delegation. During the visit, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov is scheduled to hold negotiations with Italian leaders, participate in the Turkmen-Italian Business Forum, and attend the opening ceremony of the exhibition ‘Ancient Civilisation of Turkmenistan’ at the Capitoline Museum in Rome. Following the visit, a package of bilateral documents aimed at further strengthening cooperation between Turkmenistan and the Italian Republic is expected to be signed.
Turkmenistan intends to start supplying gas via TAPI to Afghanistan by 2027
24.10.2025Turkmenistan plans to start supplying gas to Afghanistan via the ‘Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India’ (TAPI) gas pipeline by early 2027. This was announced by the CEO of ‘TAPI Pipeline Company Limited’, Muhammetmyrat Amanov, at the International Conference ‘Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan – 2025,’ according to the news website Turkmenportal. M. Amanov noted that construction work on the Afghan section of the pipeline should be completed by the end of 2026, after which gas supply will begin. Negotiations are underway with Pakistan on key agreements necessary to protect investments and investor confidence; More than 90% of the work has already been completed, with completion planned for the first half of 2026. The gas pipeline is designed to transport up to 33 billion cubic metres of gas per year from the ‘Galkynysh’ field: 5 billion cubic metres to Afghanistan and 14 billion cubic metres each to Pakistan and India.
Bilateral relations between Turkmenistan and Saudi Arabia gain new momentum
24.10.2025On 22 October, Turkmenistan's Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Saudi Arabia, Muhammetgeldi Ayazov, presented copies of his credentials to the Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Abdul Majid bin Rashid Al-Samari. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. During the meeting, the parties discussed the strengthening of bilateral relations and prospects for cooperation in the trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres. The Deputy Minister congratulated the Turkmen Ambassador on his appointment and expressed his readiness to work together on the further development of partnership between the countries.
Turkmenistan participates in the 10th session of the Committee on the Recognition of Education
24.10.2025A representative of the Innovation and Information Centre of the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan participated in the 10th session of the Lisbon Recognition Convention Committee on higher education qualifications, which was held on 22 October at UNESCO headquarters in Paris under the auspices of UNESCO and the Council of Europe. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. The Committee, established to ensure fair recognition of diplomas and degrees between participating countries, discussed the revised Code of Good Practice in the Provision of Transnational Education, issues of using AI to automate the recognition of qualifications and verification of documents. A work plan for 2025-2028 was also approved, a report on the European Qualifications Passport for Refugees was considered, and elections for new members of the Committee Bureau were held.
Turkmenistan reaffirms commitment to cooperation with the UN
24.10.2025President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent congratulations to UN Secretary-General António Guterres on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the Organisation's founding. This was reported by the news website Asmannews. The message notes that over eight decades, the UN has become the main centre of international efforts to ensure peace, security and sustainable development, and its initiatives and documents have laid the foundation for modern international relations. Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasised that Turkmenistan considers cooperation with the UN to be one of the priorities of its foreign policy, including in the areas of peace and security, energy, transport, ecology and sustainable development. Turkmenistan intends to further strengthen its cooperation with the organisation. The President of Turkmenistan also wished António Guterres health, happiness and prosperity, and the staff of the UN Secretariat further success.
Ashgabat celebrated the 80th anniversary of the UN and signed a new cooperation programme
24.10.2025On 23 October 2025, the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan (IIR MFA) hosted a conference dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the United Nations. This was reported by the press service of the MFA of Turkmenistan. The event was attended by representatives of government agencies, diplomatic missions, international organisations, teachers and students, as well as the media. The conference was opened by Gulshat Yusupova, Rector of the IIR MFA of Turkmenistan. Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov read out a congratulatory message from the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov. In his speech, R. Meredov noted the country's unwavering commitment to strengthening its partnership with the UN and emphasised Turkmenistan's contribution to promoting the ideas of peace, trust and sustainable development. The conference discussed key areas of cooperation between Turkmenistan and the UN system, ranging from education and health care to the environment, digital transformation and gender equality. Particular attention was paid to issues of energy and environmental security, the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals and cooperation with the UN Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy. Following the forum, the signing of the Framework Programme for Cooperation in the Field of Sustainable Development between the Government of Turkmenistan and the UN for 2026-2030 was held, defining the strategic priorities for joint work.
The Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan discussed the development of relations with his counterpart from Bahrain
24.10.2025On 23 October, Rashid Meredov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, held a telephone conversation with Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The interlocutors discussed the current state and prospects of bilateral cooperation, noting the high level of political and diplomatic relations. Particular attention was paid to cooperation within international organisations, primarily the UN. In addition, the parties discussed preparations for the International Forum on Peace and Trust, which will be held on 12 December in Ashgabat in honour of the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality and International Neutrality Day.
Turkmenistan and Kuwait highly appreciated the level of relations
24.10.2025On 23 October, a telephone conversation was held between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Kuwait, Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. During the conversation, the diplomats noted the high level of friendly and fraternal relations between Turkmenistan and Kuwait. They separately recalled that in September of this year, on the sidelines of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, a meeting was held between the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, and the Crown Prince of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Sabah, which was an important step in strengthening bilateral dialogue. The Heads of Foreign Affairs emphasised the importance of cooperation between the two countries within the framework of the UN and other international organisations. In addition, the parties exchanged views on preparations for the upcoming International Forum on Peace and Trust, which is scheduled for December 2025 in Ashgabat.
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