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Photo exhibition to mark the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality opened in Turkey
16.05.2025On 16 May this year, the Turkish province of Alanya hosted the grand opening of a photo exhibition dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality and the proclamation of 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust. The event was organised by the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Republic of Turkey together with the University of Alanya. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The opening ceremony was attended by prominent cultural figures, representatives of socio-political organisations in Turkey, journalists and students. The participants of the event stressed that Turkmenistan, pursuing a peace-loving foreign policy, successfully implements large-scale development programmes through equal international cooperation. The exposition presented a photopanorama demonstrating the successes of Turkmenistan's urban development policy. Special attention was paid to the projects aimed at improving the quality of life of the population, creating comfortable conditions for labour and recreation of citizens. The exhibition was a testimony of the country's achievements over three decades of neutral status.
Turkmenistan and Iran discussed the prospects for inter-parliamentary cooperation
16.05.2025On 16 May, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan hosted talks between Deputy Foreign Minister Akhmet Gurbanov and an Iranian parliamentary delegation headed by Chairman of the Iran-Turkmen Inter-Parliamentary Friendship Group Abdoljalal Iri. This is reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The meeting, held in a warm and constructive atmosphere, was devoted to topical issues of bilateral cooperation. The parties discussed the development of inter-parliamentary dialogue, as well as promising projects in the spheres of energy, transport, trade, culture and education. Special attention was paid to the strengthening of inter-parliamentary ties, including the activities of the friendship group. Summing up the meeting, the sides expressed confidence in the significant potential of Turkmen-Iranian relations based on the traditions of good-neighbourliness and mutual respect. Readiness for further expansion of cooperation in all spheres of mutual interest was noted.
The Embassy of Turkmenistan in Romania held a conference in honour of the 30th anniversary of neutrality
16.05.2025The Embassy of Turkmenistan in Romania and the Petroleum-Gas University of Ploiesti held an international conference ‘30 Years of Turkmenistan's Neutrality - Contribution to Peace and Trust’ on 15 May this year. The event was dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality, officially recognised by the UN, as well as the declaration of 2025 as ‘the International Year of Peace and Trust’. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The conference was attended by diplomats, experts, scientists and students who discussed the importance of neutrality for global stability and sustainable development. Rector of the Petroleum-Gas University of Ploiesti Professor Alin Dinita, who noted the importance of the neutral status for international cooperation, and State Secretary of the Romanian Ministry of Energy Pavel Casian Nitulescu, who emphasised the prospects of energy partnership between the two countries, made welcoming speeches. The keynote speech was delivered by Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Romania Annamammet Annayev. In his speech, he detailed Turkmenistan's foreign policy priorities, emphasising that permanent neutrality serves as a reliable basis for peace-loving diplomacy. Much attention was paid to economic cooperation, in particular, to the promising project of the Caspian Sea-Black Sea transport corridor, which could become an important link in transcontinental freight traffic, connecting Central Asia with Europe. The event ended with a rich cultural programme.
The visit of the National Leader of the Turkmen people to Tatarstan for participation in KazanForum has begun
16.05.2025On 16 April, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov started his working visit to the Republic of Tatarstan of the Russian Federation. The programme of the visit includes participation in the XVI International Economic Forum ‘Russia - Islamic World: KazanForum’, the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan reported. For Turkmenistan, participation in this large-scale event is seen as an important component of multilateral dialogue with the Russian Federation and the countries of the Islamic world, aimed at strengthening long-term partnerships in the political, economic, trade, cultural and humanitarian spheres. The source notes that during the visit of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, meetings with the Russian leadership and representatives of the federal government are planned, which emphasises the high level of interaction between the parties. The forum also includes the international exhibition ‘Russia Halal Expo 2025’, where the national exposition of Turkmenistan traditionally occupies one of the leading places. The visitors are presented with a wide range of products of Turkmen producers, which are characterised by high quality and meet the world standards. The steady growth of exports from Turkmenistan to Russia confirms the high competitiveness of these products in foreign markets. The source notes that the working visit of the Turkmen delegation headed by the National Leader, participation in KazanForum and the planned negotiations are expected to become an important step towards further development of Turkmen-Russian cooperation, as well as strengthening of interaction with Islamic countries on the principles of respect, mutual benefit and partnership.
Turkmenistan presented its national pavilion at the international exhibition in Kazan
16.05.2025The international exhibition ‘Russia Halal Expo 2025’ continues its work in Kazan, where Turkmenistan has organised its own national pavilion. This is reported by the state news agency TDH. According to the source, the exposition gives a comprehensive view of the country's economic potential, including successes in key industries and achievements of the private sector. The pavilion emphasises Turkmenistan's openness to long-term and mutually beneficial cooperation. Visitors to the exhibition can get acquainted with the products of the leading sectors of the Turkmen economy - from the fuel and energy complex to the chemical, food, light industry, including textiles, as well as the production of construction and finishing materials. A special emphasis is placed on digital transformation: samples of products of the country's dynamically developing electronic industry are demonstrated. The cultural aspect of the exposition is represented by products of traditional Turkmen applied art. The exhibits include famous handmade carpets and exquisite jewellery reflecting the rich artistic heritage of the Turkmen people. The unique skill of carpet makers and jewellers embodied in every detail continues to attract the attention of connoisseurs from all over the world.
The deepest well in Turkmenistan has been drilled at West Goturdepe
16.05.2025Drilling of the deepest exploration well No.1907 at the West Goturdepe field has been completed, the depth of which is about 4,000 metres. The work was carried out by the expedition ‘Lebapnebitgazgazgözleg’ of the State Corporation ‘Turkmengeologiya’, the online news resource TerraNews reported. According to the source, the results exceeded the forecasts of specialists - a steady commercial inflow of hydrocarbons was obtained. According to the results of the research, significant deposits of oil and natural gas were identified at the 13th horizon of the lower red-coloured strata. The well shows a daily flow rate of 93.4 tonnes of oil and 4,430 cubic metres of gas. According to experts, the achieved indicators confirm the high potential of the field and the strategic importance of the discovered reserves. This discovery strengthens Turkmenistan's mineral resource base and demonstrates the effectiveness of modern geological exploration methods used in the country.
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan held a meeting with the State Counsellor of Tatarstan
16.05.2025Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to the Russian Federation Esen Aydogdiyev met with State Counsellor of the Republic of Tatarstan Mintimer Shaimiev on 15 May. This was reported by the press service of the Turkmen diplomatic mission. According to the source, within the framework of the meeting E.Aydogdiyev presented M.Shaimiev with gold and silver signs of Turkmenistan ‘300 years of Magtymguly Fragi’ on behalf of President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. This event demonstrates the recognition of M.Shaimiev's contribution to the foundation of friendly ties, as well as economic, cultural and humanitarian cooperation. In addition, E.Aydogdiyev wished the State Counsellor of Tatarstan good health and new successes in his multifaceted political activities on behalf of Serdar Berdimuhamedov and the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov.
Turkmenistan's Ambassador to Malaysia meets with the Mayor of Kuala Lumpur
16.05.2025Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Malaysia Muhammetniyaz Mashalov held a meeting with the Mayor of Kuala Lumpur Dato' Seri Maimunah binti Mohd Sharif on 13 May. This was reported by the press service of the Turkmen diplomatic mission. According to the source, the interlocutors discussed further development of partnership in various areas, including fuel and energy complex, science, education and transport. The presentation of the concept of ‘smart’ city being implemented in Arkadag city was also presented. The Turkmen side noted that environmentally friendly materials are used here and modern technologies are introduced. In turn, the Mayor of Kuala Lumpur praised the quality of infrastructure in Arkadag. At the end of the talks, M.Mashalov invited the interlocutors to visit Turkmenistan and proposed to develop a Memorandum of Understanding to deepen the partnership between the two governments. The sides also expressed commitment to strengthening mutually beneficial co-operation.
The role of the Constitution and the State Flag in strengthening neutrality was discussed in Ashgabat
16.05.2025On 15 May 2025, the Centre of Public Organisations of Turkmenistan hosted a scientific and practical conference on the theme: ‘The Constitution of Turkmenistan - a legal guarantee of permanent neutrality of the country, the State Flag - a symbol of international peace’. This was reported by the press service of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan. The event was organised with the assistance of the Khalk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan, the Mejlis, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. Speakers stressed the symbolism of the joint celebration of Constitution Day and State Flag Day, reflecting Turkmenistan's unwavering commitment to the ideals of peace, humanism and good-neighbourliness. The event discussed the role of constitutional and legal mechanisms in the implementation of state reforms aimed at sustainable socio-economic development. Special attention was paid to neutrality as a strategic basis of the foreign policy course and investment attractiveness of the country formed on the principles of peace, trust and openness.
Support for the younger generation: a charitable event in the cities of Arkadag and Ashgabat
16.05.2025Patients of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Children's Health and Rehabilitation Centre in the city of Arkadag, as well as students of the Palace of ‘Döwletliler köşgi’ in the capital received gifts of the first harvest of berries, strawberries and other fruits. The gifts were handed over on behalf of the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Khalk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov by members of the Council of Elders of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The events, which took place in a warm atmosphere, became another confirmation of the state policy aimed at taking care of children in particular need of support. The young participants creatively expressed their gratitude to the country's leadership through poems, songs and dances. It was also noted that the Arkadag football club, which won the Asian Football Confederation Challenge League, sent the prize money to the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship, to finance the construction of a new building of the Bazar Amanov State Children's Library. Such initiatives emphasise the continuity of humanist traditions and the priority of the development of the younger generation in the State policy of Turkmenistan.
A new ambassador of Lithuania was accredited in Turkmenistan
16.05.2025On the orders of President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, Chairman of the Mejlis Dunyagozel Gulmanova received credentials from Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Lithuania to Turkmenistan Kestutis Vaskelevicius. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. On behalf of the President, D.Gulmanova congratulated the diplomat on his appointment and wished him success in strengthening bilateral ties. In response, the Ambassador conveyed greetings from the Lithuanian leadership and emphasised the importance of cooperation with Turkmenistan. During the meeting, the Ambassador was familiarised with Turkmenistan's foreign policy course, as well as the legal reform activities of the Mejlis. The prospects of cooperation in bilateral and international formats were discussed. Following the meeting, the diplomat expressed readiness to actively contribute to the development of relations based on trust and mutual respect.
Turkmenistan and Georgia are strengthening cultural ties in the International Year of Peace and Trust
15.05.2025On 15 May this year, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Georgia D.Seyitmammedov held a working meeting with Georgian Deputy Minister of Culture G.Mirtskhulava in Tbilisi. During the talks, the sides noted the positive dynamics of cooperation in various fields, paying special attention to cultural and humanitarian aspects. This was reported by the online edition 'Turkmenistan: Golden age'. Discussing the perspectives of cooperation, the diplomats noted the important role of mutual Cultural Days in strengthening ties between the two countries. The Ambassador of Turkmenistan informed the Georgian side about plans to organise large-scale events dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust in 2025 and the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality. In this regard, it was proposed to organise joint cultural events with the participation of representatives of state bodies, scientific and creative circles of both countries. G.Mirtskhulava confirmed the interest of the Georgian partners in the development of cultural dialogue and their readiness to implement new joint projects. The sides agreed to further coordinate efforts to strengthen cooperation in the cultural and humanitarian sphere.
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