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A student from Turkmenistan won an international competition in Astana
01.12.2025Altyntach Janmammedova, a student at the Ashgabat Secondary Vocational School of Tourism, won the International Competition ‘The Best Student of the Turkic Peoples’, which was held in Astana. This was reported by IIC. The competition was organised by the ‘Žana Kazakhstan’ Innovative Centre – ‘Bilim-orkenieti’ and the National Innovation Research Centre. The stage was intended for students of colleges and secondary vocational schools. Altyntach Janmammedova, a second-year student majoring in Tourism Services, presented her work and received high marks from the jury. She was awarded a cup, a badge, a certificate and a first-degree diploma. The student is involved in projects in the field of tourism and participates in practical initiatives to develop the industry. According to the organisers, her success was a recognition of her professional growth and responsibility in her chosen field.
The Kerki Library in Turkmenistan celebrated its 100th anniversary
01.12.2025Events marking the 100th anniversary of the Central Library of the Kerki etrap were held in the city of Kerki in the Lebap velayat of Turkmenistan. This was reported by Turkmenportal. Library staff, representatives of public organisations and political parties took part in the celebrations. The library's collection was replenished with new publications released in the country, as well as collections of works by American children's authors in the Turkmen language, donated by the US Embassy in Turkmenistan. Currently, the library and its branches have a total of 93,074 books.
Turkmenistan and Japan accelerate preparations for the first ‘Central Asia + Japan’ summit
01.12.2025Turkmenistan and Japan have confirmed their readiness to accelerate preparations for the first summit of leaders of the ‘Central Asia + Japan’ Dialogue. This became known after a meeting between the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Japan, A. Bayramov, and the Parliamentary Vice-Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan, Eri Arfiya, according to IIC. The parties announced their intention to continue coordination for the earliest possible holding of the summit and noted the importance of cooperation in international forums. The main goal of the meeting was to bring the ‘Central Asia + Japan’ format to the level of Heads of State and to strengthen work on economic security, infrastructure projects and decarbonisation. Turkmenistan's Ambassador to Japan A. Bayramov also discussed the Japanese delegation's participation in events dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality, which are planned in Ashgabat in December 2025.
The Central Bank of Turkmenistan introduces a new 200 manat banknote into circulation
01.12.2025The Central Bank of Turkmenistan will introduce new and updated polymer banknotes with denominations of 1, 5, 10 and 200 manats into circulation on 1 December. The decision is timed to coincide with the 30th anniversary of permanent neutrality and the year, which is being held under the motto ‘International Year of Peace and Trust,’ according to the state news agency TDH. According to the source, the polymer format makes the banknotes more resistant to wear and tear and reduces the risk of counterfeiting. Security features and visual signs of authenticity have been enhanced. The design of the 1, 5 and 10 manat banknotes has been largely retained. The emblem of the International Year of Peace and Trust has been added to them. The new 200 manat banknote features an image of the Arkadag Monument on the front and the building of the Arkadag City Council on the back. All banknotes bear the year of issue and the facsimile of the Chairman of the Board of the Central Bank. The new banknotes are legal tender throughout the country. Banknotes issued in 2009, 2012, 2014, 2017 and 2020 remain in circulation.
The President of Turkmenistan signed a number of key documents
01.12.2025President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed two Resolutions concerning humanitarian cooperation and neutrality measures. This was reported by AsmanNews. The first document concerns the preparation of the International Conference ‘The Role of Women in Modern Society: Developing International Cooperation to Achieve Sustainable Development Goals.’ The event will be held on 9–10 December 2025 in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship have been tasked with organising the event together with the UN. The second Resolution is dedicated to the International Forum, which will be held on 12 December 2025 in Ashgabat. It will be timed to coincide with the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality, International Neutrality Day and the declaration of 2025 as the ‘International Year of Peace and Trust’. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been instructed to ensure that the event is organised at a high level.
The President of Turkmenistan sent congratulations to the President of Romania
01.12.2025President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov congratulated President of Romania Nicușor Dan and the citizens of the country on Romania's National Day. This was reported by TDH. In his message, the Head of State wished Nicușor Dan health and prosperity, and the Romanian people peace and consistent development.
The Ministry of Health of Turkmenistan has concluded a deal with Serbian entrepreneurs
30.11.2025On 28 November, an exchange trade was held on the foreign market of Turkmenistan, during which Serbian entrepreneurs concluded a deal with the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan. This was reported by the press service of the SCRMET. The subject of the agreement was the purchase of dried, unpeeled liquorice roots and rhizomes. According to the results of the trading, one deal was concluded for a total amount of 337,500 manat.
Turkmenistan took part in the first Central Asian Forum of Women Scientists, ‘SheScience 2025’
30.11.2025Researchers from Turkmenistan took part in the first Forum of Women Scientists of Central Asia, ‘SheScience 2025,’ which was held on 27 November in Tashkent. This was reported by the news agency Orient. A key document was signed in Tashkent – the Joint Communiqué of the ‘SheScience 2025’ Forum of Women Scientists, which lays the foundation for a new regional platform for scientific cooperation. The document identifies priority areas for the integration of scientific and innovative ecosystems in Central Asian countries and encourages the active participation of women scientists in joint research. The event was also attended by participants from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Azerbaijan. According to Shahlo Turdikulova, Vice-President of the Academy of Sciences of Uzbekistan, the Joint Communiqué is a ‘practical roadmap’ and identifies five key areas for creating sustainable scientific ecosystems capable of responding to regional challenges, including environmental risks, digital transformation and the introduction of AI. The forum, organised by the Academy of Sciences of Uzbekistan with the support of international partners, brought together scientists, politicians, donors and heads of scientific organisations to strengthen regional cooperation in science and innovation. International partners such as the World Bank and ADB presented opportunities for funding and participation in major programmes, including ‘Horizon Europe’, ‘Erasmus+’ and ‘CAREC’. Participants noted the need to move from fragmented research to systematic regional cooperation, which will accelerate human capital development and enhance the region's competitiveness. Panel discussions focused on priority areas for cooperation: AI and joint data platforms, ‘green’ technologies, commercialisation of science, and cross-border start-ups. The communiqué also lays the foundation for an annual rotating forum, ensuring the sustainability of the platform being created.
A Qatari newspaper dedicated an article to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality
30.11.2025The Qatari newspaper ‘Al Sharq’ published an article marking the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality. The article emphasises that the status of a neutral state, recognised by the UN in 1995, has become the basis of the country's foreign policy and strengthened its international authority, according to the Orient news agency. The publication notes that for three decades, Turkmenistan has consistently promoted the principles of peace, trust, and good neighbourliness. The article also mentions the International Forum in Ashgabat, which will be held on 12 December, timed to coincide with the International Year of Peace and Trust, International Neutrality Day and the 30th anniversary of the country's neutral status. It is noted that neutrality has become the strategic basis of Turkmenistan's policy, allowing the country to become an important centre of regional and international cooperation, developing equal and mutually beneficial relations with other states.
Trade turnover between Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan amounted to $876 million
30.11.2025According to data from the State Statistics Committee of Uzbekistan, from January to October 2025, trade turnover between Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan exceeded $876.8 million. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. The bulk of this was accounted for by Turkmen imports, which amounted to $753.2 million. Uzbek exports to the neighbouring country during the same period reached $111.06 million. Overall, Uzbekistan's foreign trade turnover grew by 21.5% over ten months, reaching $66.5 billion. The opening of the ‘Shavat-Dashoguz’ joint border trade zone on 17 November provided an additional impetus to cooperation.
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the UAE held negotiations with the Ambassador of the Seychelles
30.11.2025On 27 November, Bayram Bayramov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to the UAE, held a meeting with Gervais Moumou, Ambassador of the Republic of Seychelles to the UAE. This was reported by the press service of the Turkmen diplomatic mission. The main topic of the negotiations was the Seychelles' participation in a high-level international forum dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality, which will be held in Ashgabat in December. Gervais Moumou confirmed his country's readiness to join the event. In addition, the diplomats exchanged views on a number of other issues of mutual interest.
Trade between Turkmenistan and China reached $8.34 billion in January–October 2025
30.11.2025Trade turnover between Turkmenistan and China amounted to $8.34 billion in January–October 2025, according to AsmanNews. In October, mutual trade reached $708.5 million. Turkmen exports accounted for the bulk of this figure, totalling $7.06 billion over ten months. Imports from China amounted to $1.28 billion. Turkmenistan's key export is natural gas, which is supplied via pipelines.
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