An expanded meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan was held in Turkmenistan

An expanded meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan was held in Turkmenistan
24 12.07.2025

On 11 July, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held an extended meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers, which summarised the results of the first half of 2025, discussed socio-economic programmes and personnel issues, and heard reports. This was reported by the state news agency TDH.

The meeting was attended by representatives of the Mejlis, the State Security Council, regional governors, university rectors, media editors and others.

Deputy Prime Minister Hojamyrat Geldimyradov reported GDP growth of 6.3%, industry growth of 1%, construction growth of 5.1%, transport growth of 10.8%, trade by 9.9%, agriculture by 4.5% and services by 8.6%. A draft updated ‘National Programme for Improving Living Conditions until 2028’ was presented.

Turkmenistan's Minister of Economy and Finance Mammetguly Astanagulov reported on the over-fulfilment of budget revenues (101.5%) and growth in investment (17.7% of GDP), and also reported on the implementation of the ‘National Rural Programme’.

The Chairman of the State Statistics Committee, Dovletgeldi Amanmuhammedov, reported on growth in gas and oil production, fuel, cement, textiles and agricultural products. Growth in the transport sector and communications services was also noted.

Central Bank Chairman Toyly Malikov reported significant growth in lending to the private sector and agricultural producers.

Deputy Prime Ministers reported on the implementation of production and construction plans, growth in trade turnover and the successful activities of industrial and commercial organisations.

Festivals, competitions, international trips and the work of the media and cultural institutions were also reported. Achievements were noted in the fields of education, science, healthcare and sport: high results in academic competitions, scientific conferences, medical forums and sporting victories.

The Transport and Communications Agency reported growth in services and the introduction of 4G+ and 5G in key areas. The agency's Director General, Mammethan Chakyev, was appointed Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers for Transport and Communications on a trial basis.

Regional governors reported on the progress of agricultural work and the implementation of national programmes.

Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov reported on the international visits of the President and the country's leadership, signed agreements and diplomatic activity.

Chairwoman of the Mejlis Dunyagozel Gulmanova reported on the adoption of laws, international parliamentary cooperation and preparations for the 30th anniversary of Neutrality.

At the end of the meeting, Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted the positive dynamics of the economy, the development of investments and the commissioning of housing. The Head of State signed Decrees on the National Programme, personnel appointments and the law on the jubilee medal, instructing to strengthen budget control, modernise the economy and prepare for key events of the year.