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Turkmenistan and Daewoo emphasised the strategic nature of their partnership
15.10.2025On 14 October, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov held a meeting with the Chairman of the Board of the South Korean company ‘Daewoo Engineering & Construction Co., Ltd.’ Jung Won-ju, who arrived in Turkmenistan on a visit. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The parties discussed the current state and prospects of cooperation between Turkmenistan and the Republic of Korea. The guest noted the steady development of partnership ties and thanked the Hero Arkadag for his personal contribution to strengthening bilateral relations. During the conversation, it was emphasised that Korean companies have been successfully operating in Turkmenistan for many years, especially in the oil and gas and chemical industries. Jung Won-ju expressed the company's readiness to actively participate in the further modernisation of the country's chemical industry. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov noted the strategic nature of Turkmen-Korean cooperation, based on mutual respect and trust. The National Leader of the Turkmen people spoke about national industrial development programmes and environmentally-oriented projects, including research into technologies for producing ‘green’ methanol from cotton stalks. Particular attention was paid to joint initiatives between the ‘Türkmenhimiýa’ State Concern and ‘Daewoo’, as well as issues related to the introduction of innovations and compliance with environmental standards in the construction of new facilities. At the end of the meeting, the parties confirmed their readiness to further develop their partnership. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov wished Jung Won-ju success in his work and in the implementation of joint projects.
Russian Deputy Prime Minister calls Arkadag a world-class project
15.10.2025Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Marat Husnullin called the city of Arkadag a world-class project that was implemented in a short period of time. He made this statement following a meeting of the Turkmen-Russian Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation, according to the news website Turkmenportal. In 2027, about 65,000 people will live in Arkadag, 30,000 of whom will work in the city itself. M. Husnullin noted the comprehensive approach to development, combining housing, a special economic zone, a technology park and an educational cluster. The Deputy Prime Minister emphasised the introduction of ‘smart’ city elements and the high level of social infrastructure provision. According to the official, special attention has been paid to greening, with green spaces occupying 45% of the territory. During his visit to Turkmenistan, M. Husnullin also visited the Aba Annayev International Academy of Horse Breeding, the city circus and the Türkmenbaşy Ruhy Mosque in the village of Gypjak, noting their architecture and high level of execution.
Turkmenistan recognised women's contribution to society at summit in Beijing
15.10.2025A delegation from Turkmenistan, led by Head of the Women's Union Oguljennet Berdiliyeva, took part in the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women, which was held on 13 October in Beijing. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. Speaking at the forum on the theme ‘One Shared Future: New and Accelerated Process for Women’s All-Round Development,’ O. Berdiliyeva emphasised that protecting women's rights and expanding their opportunities are priorities of Turkmenistan's state policy. According to her, under the leadership of President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, systematic work is being carried out to ensure equal conditions for women in education, healthcare, science, the economy and governance. The Women's Union of Turkmenistan is actively involved in the implementation of national programmes aimed at strengthening gender equality and the institution of the family, supporting women entrepreneurs and initiatives in rural areas, and developing international cooperation. Particular attention is paid to the upbringing of a new generation of girls who are confident, educated and open to the world. O. Berdiliyeva noted that Turkmenistan cooperates with the UN and its structures in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, especially in promoting gender equality (SDG 5). The summit took place in the year of the 30th anniversary of the Fourth World Conference on Women, which adopted the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, key documents that laid the foundations for global policy on improving the status of women, including in Turkmenistan.
Turkmenistan took part in the closing ceremony of EXPO 2025 in Osaka
14.10.2025A delegation from Turkmenistan, under the headship of Minister of Trade and Foreign Economic Relations Nazar Agahanov, took part in the closing ceremony of the World Expo 2025, which was held on 13 October in Osaka. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The ceremony was attended by members of the Japanese imperial family, representatives of the government and international organisations, heads of diplomatic missions and delegations of participating countries. Secretary General of the Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition, H. Ishige noted the successful completion of the exhibition and thanked all countries for their participation. After the flag was raised and the anthem was played, speeches were made by Japanese Minister for EXPO 2025 Yoshitaka, Chairman of the Japan Association of the World Exposition 2025 Masakazu, and Osaka Prefecture Governor Yoshimura, who emphasised that the exhibition had made the city one of the centres of world tourism. Crown Prince Akishino and Prime Minister Ishiba also delivered speeches. The ceremony included video clips about EXPO events and speeches by cultural figures. At the end of the ceremony, the World Exhibition flag was solemnly handed over to the delegation of Saudi Arabia, the host country of EXPO 2030 in Riyadh.
Russia's ‘digital attaché’ will begin work in Ashgabat
14.10.2025By the end of 2025, a ‘digital attaché’ will begin work in Ashgabat — a representative responsible for promoting Russian IT solutions in Turkmenistan. This was reported by the online news resource TerraNews. This was announced by Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Dmitry Grigorenko at a meeting with Deputy Prime Minister of Turkmenistan Mammethan Chakyev and Minister of Communications Hajymyrat Hudayguliyev. D. Grigorenko noted that over the past five years, the number of accredited IT companies in Russia has exceeded 20,000, and the industry is showing steady growth. Among the export destinations are language models, search engines, marketplaces, antivirus solutions, delivery services, and government IT platforms. Digital attachés are now working in 19 countries, including China, the UAE and Argentina, helping to promote Russian software and radio-electronic products. According to Grigorenko, the opening of a similar representative office in Turkmenistan will strengthen the technological partnership between the countries.
Turkmenistan and the United Kingdom develop partnership in education
14.10.2025From 10 to 12 October, representatives of Turkmenistan and the United Kingdom in the field of education and science held meetings in Ashgabat as part of an international exhibition and conference, according to the news website Asmannews. On 11 October, at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, a delegation from the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan, under the headship of Deputy Minister Azat Atayev, met with representatives of British academic organisations, including ‘Cambridge University Press and Assessment’, ‘Pearson’, ‘Norwich Institute for Language Education’ and ‘Heriot-Watt University’, as well as with the leadership of Turkmen universities. British experts held master classes on modern methods of teaching English, digital tools and preparation for international exams. During the meetings, opportunities for academic mobility, teacher training, digitalisation of education and joint STEM projects were discussed. The events strengthened the partnership and support for Turkmenistan's educational initiatives in line with international standards.
Türkmenistan ve Rusya gümrük işlemlerini kolaylaştırdı
14.10.2025In Ashgabat, the customs services of Turkmenistan and Russia signed an Agreement on simplifying customs procedures for the movement of goods and vehicles between countries. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The document was signed by the Chairman of the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan, Maksat Hudaykuliyev, and the Deputy Head of the Federal Customs Service of Russia, Sergey Shklyaev. In addition, following the 13th meeting of the Turkmen-Russian Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation, the parties signed a number of bilateral agreements, including a cooperation plan for 2025-2026 between the Ministry of Agriculture of Turkmenistan and Rosreestr, as well as a Cooperation Agreement between the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan and the St. Petersburg Exchange.
A Protocol of the Intergovernmental Commission with the Russian Federation was signed in Turkmenistan
14.10.2025The Protocol of the 13th meeting of the Turkmen-Russian Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation was held in Ashgabat, according to the news website Turkmenportal. The document was signed by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Nokerguly Atagulyev and Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Marat Husnullin. Representatives of relevant ministries and departments, customs authorities, banks, and business circles of both countries took part in the commission's work. Following the meeting, the parties also concluded several additional agreements covering cooperation in the fields of education, stock exchange trading, horse breeding, agriculture, and other areas.
342 investment projects involving Russia worth $3.5 billion are being implemented in Turkmenistan
14.10.2025In Turkmenistan, 342 investment projects involving Russian companies worth $3.5 billion are being implemented. This was announced by Deputy Prime Minister Nokerguly Atagulyev at a meeting of the Turkmen-Russian Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation, according to the news website Turkmenportal. There are 38 enterprises with Russian capital operating in the country, including ‘Gazprom’, ‘KAMAZ’, ‘Vozrozhdenie’ and ‘Tatneft’. Russia is one of Turkmenistan's key trading partners, with bilateral trade reaching $1.5 billion per year. N. Atagulyev noted the steady growth in mutual trade and emphasised the potential for further expansion of supplies. ‘The Russian market is one of our priorities, and we are interested in both importing and exporting our products to the Russian market,’ said the Deputy Prime Minister.
Turkmenistan and Vietnam expand cooperation in engineering education
14.10.2025From 10 to 12 October, in Ashgabat, as part of the International Exhibition and Conference ‘Healthcare, Education and Sports in the Renaissance Era of a New Epoch of a Powerful State,’ a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between Oguz Han University of Engineering and Technology and Hanoi University of Science and Technology (Vietnam). This was reported by IIC Turkmenistan. The document aims to develop scientific and educational cooperation, create joint programmes and exchange experience between students and teachers. The parties agreed to cooperate in the field of higher education and training of specialists in the engineering and technology sector, which is particularly relevant in the context of the digitalisation of the economy.
Key aspects of cooperation with Russia discussed in Ashgabat
14.10.2025President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a meeting with Russian Deputy Prime Minister Marat Husnullin, who arrived in Ashgabat on a visit. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The Russian Deputy Prime Minister conveyed greetings from Russian President Vladimir Putin and Russian Prime Minister Mihail Mishustin, noting the high level of strategic partnership between the two countries and Turkmenistan's impressive achievements in socio-economic development. Serdar Berdimuhamedov stressed the importance of the visit for strengthening intergovernmental dialogue and expressed confidence that the negotiations would give new impetus to bilateral cooperation. The parties reaffirmed their commitment to developing a strategic partnership based on the principles of friendship, trust and equality, noting active cooperation within the framework of the UN, the CIS and the ‘Central Asia – Russia’ format. Particular attention was paid to issues of expanding trade and economic ties and humanitarian cooperation in the fields of education, science, culture and healthcare. On the same day, the 13th meeting of the Turkmen-Russian Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation was held in Ashgabat. The parties discussed the implementation of joint projects and new areas of cooperation, and signed a number of documents, including the Protocol of the meeting and agreements on cooperation in education, agriculture, horse breeding, stock exchange and customs. The results of the negotiations confirmed the desire of Turkmenistan and Russia to further strengthen their mutually beneficial partnership and utilise the potential of bilateral cooperation.
The Turkmenistan pavilion was among the three most popular exhibits at the exhibition in Japan
14.10.2025The EXPO 2025 World Exhibition, held under the slogan ‘Designing future society for our lives,’ has come to an end in Osaka. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. Over the course of six months, the event became a platform for international cooperation and innovation, bringing together more than 150 countries. The National Pavilion of Turkmenistan was among the three most popular exhibits at the exhibition. Under the theme ‘Inspiring a Better Tomorrow,’ it presented the country's cultural heritage, traditions and modern achievements, including the Arkadag ‘smart’ city project. Over 2 million people visited the pavilion during the exhibition. EXPO 2025 was held from 13 April to 13 October on Yumeshima Island, attracting around 28 million visitors from all over the world.
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