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Citizens of the Republic of Korea were evacuated from Iran via Turkmenistan
19.06.2025On the night of 18 June, 20 South Korean citizens and their family members were evacuated from Iran to Turkmenistan by land. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. Among those evacuated were 18 citizens of the Republic of Korea and two Iranians who are members of their families. The group left Tehran on 17 June and, with the assistance of South Korean embassy staff, crossed the border into Turkmenistan, after which they were transported to Ashgabat in vehicles provided by the embassy. The South Korean Foreign Affairs Ministry sent a task force to Turkmenistan to coordinate assistance. The evacuees were provided with accommodation and consular support, and their return home is being organised.
Turkmenistan introduces electronic visa system for foreign visitors
18.06.2025An electronic visa (e-Visa) system is being launched in Turkmenistan, which will simplify entry for foreigners and make the country more attractive for tourists and business travellers, according to the online publication ‘Business Turkmenistan’. The key change is that an invitation is no longer required to obtain an e-Visa. Visa notifications will be automatically sent to diplomatic missions and migration authorities. The procedure for issuing and extending visas is determined by the country's President, and the forms are approved by the Migration Service. In the future, the system plans to introduce AI and analytical platforms for migration analysis, facial recognition and biometrics.
Turkmenistan participated in the ABU-Rai Days 2025 international media forum in Italy
13.06.2025On 12–13 June 2025, Naples hosted the ABU-Rai Days 2025 international media forum, organised jointly by the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union and Italian broadcaster RAI. The event, held under the slogan ‘Children and Media: Ensuring the Relevance of Public Media in the 21st Century,’ brought together leading media industry experts to discuss contemporary challenges in the broadcasting sector. This was reported by the IIC. During the professional discussions, particular attention was paid to the transformation of the media space under the influence of digital technologies, issues of protecting children's audiences in conditions of information overload, as well as the prospects for using artificial intelligence in creating content for young people. Turkmenistan was represented at the forum by Allamurat Archayev, delegate of the State Committee of Turkmenistan on Television, Radio Broadcasting and Cinematography. As part of the event, the Turkmen specialist held a series of working meetings with heads of international media organisations and leading broadcasting companies. Of particular note were the talks with the management of Italy's RAI, during which specific steps were discussed towards concluding a cooperation agreement between the broadcasting organisations of the two countries. Equally productive was the meeting with representatives of the European Broadcasting Union, who offered Turkmenistan associate membership of this prestigious international body.
UNICEF summer school begins in Turkmenistan
11.06.2025A youth summer school on climate change has begun in Turkmenistan, according to the online publication Big Asia. Participants have already held their first training session. Over the course of several weeks, more than 30 participants from across the country will study topics related to climate change, water resource management and disaster risk reduction. The programme also includes the development of leadership and negotiation skills for participation in the climate agenda at the national and international levels. Participants are preparing for the Local Conference of Youth on Climate Change and the development of a National Youth Climate Statement. ‘This is not just a series of lectures, but a strategic investment in the future of the country's climate policy,’ said Alexander Nartea, Deputy Representative of UNICEF in Turkmenistan, at the opening of the school.
The Turkmenistan Pavilion at EXPO-2025 in Osaka is breaking visitor records
10.06.2025The Turkmenistan pavilion was one of the most visited at the EXPO-2025 World Exhibition in Osaka. It was visited by 24,000 people out of 190,000 visitors to the exhibition in one day. According to a survey by ABC Television, the pavilion ranked third in popularity, behind France and Kuwait. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. The pavilion attracts attention with its original architecture: it is designed in the shape of a rounded triangle with a dome. The exterior combines motifs from the Karakum Desert, Turkmen carpets and Akhalteke horses. The construction was carried out using environmentally friendly materials. The pavilion has three levels. The first level is an immersive zone with a virtual tour of Turkmenistan. The second floor showcases the country's achievements in various fields, including medicine and education. The third floor is dedicated to culture: carpets, embroidery, museum exhibits and national cuisine are on display here. The pavilion takes on a special atmosphere in the evening thanks to its impressive lighting. The exhibition will be open until autumn 2025.
Members of the national equestrian games group ‘Galkynyş’ are spending their holidays in ‘Avaza’
10.06.2025Members of the ‘Galkynyş’ national equestrian games team, who gained fame at the 47th International Circus Festival in Monte Carlo, are spending their holidays at the ‘Dayanch’ health resort in the ‘Avaza’ tourist zone. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The artists were presented with vouchers and cash prizes on behalf of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. The equestrians were guests of honour at the opening ceremony of the children's summer holidays, took part in cultural and sporting events, as well as in the ‘Avaza – the land of friendship’ International Dance and Folklore Festival.
An alley of drought-resistant plants has appeared in the north of Turkmenistan
09.06.2025A new alley of saxaul, kandym and tamarisk trees has been planted in northern Turkmenistan. The environmental campaign was timed to coincide with World Environment Day. This was reported by the information and analytical internet portal ‘MIR 24’. Residents of the Dashoguz velayat took part in the event. The work was carried out in the Botendag hills, where a large-scale project to create a ‘green shield’ has been underway for more than ten years. Previously, this was a desert area, which is gradually being greened with drought-resistant plant species. They help protect against the spread of sand, dust and salts rising from the dry bed of the Aral Sea. Soyun Hallyev, a resident of Dashoguz velayat, noted that the velayat's forestry department is actively involved in the implementation of the national greening programme. Specialists are planting trees in Botendag and caring for them. The creation of a forest area in this region is of great importance for improving the ecological situation and purifying the air from harmful salts. Special channels have been laid to supply fresh water for watering the trees. The total area of the greening project is more than 20,000 hectares.
The ‘Karakum Glow’ gas crater is gradually fading after half a century of burning
07.06.2025A gas crater known as the ‘Karakum Glow’ has been burning in Turkmenistan for over 50 years. This phenomenon arose in 1971 as a result of drilling operations. This was reported by the Stavropol website. However, today the fire has significantly weakened. The intensity of the burning has decreased threefold: if earlier the light from the crater was visible for kilometres, now it is only noticeable near the crater itself, which has a diameter of about 70 metres. The reason for the weakening of the flame is obvious — the depletion of the gas reserves that feed the fire. Despite Turkmenistan's rich deposits, the underground methane reserves in the crater area are coming to an end. Environmentalists see this as a positive sign: methane is a powerful greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming.
May issue of ‘Arkadagly Ýaşlar’ magazine: achievements, science and international cooperation
05.06.2025The May issue of ‘Arkadagly Ýaşlar’ magazine opens with articles about significant events in the life of Turkmenistan. The front pages feature a report on the triumph of the ‘Arkadag’ football club, which won the AFC Challenge League, and the celebrations held to mark this achievement. This was reported by the state information agency ‘Turkmenistan Today’. The issue pays special attention to patriotic themes: the article ‘Watan goragy belent jogapkärçilik, jana-jan borç’ is dedicated to Victory Day, and the article ‘Gözelligiň göwher gaşy’ tells about the beauty of white marble Ashgabat on City Day. The magazine includes materials on international cooperation, in particular a report on the second meeting of the Central Asian Youth Dialogue at the UN headquarters in New York, an analysis of cooperation between the countries of the region and China, and an article on economic partnership. The scientific section ‘Ýaşlar ylym dünýäsinde’ presents readers with research by young scientists, while articles on the archaeological site of Yekegovak and ecology complement the informative section. As usual, the issue includes poetry, an astrological forecast and the results of the ‘Ýaş waspçy’ competition.
Turkmenistan and Italy signed agreements on co-operation in the field of archaeology
31.05.2025During Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov's official visit to Kazakhstan, a ceremony was held to exchange documents related to archaeological cooperation, TDH reported. According to the source, two agreements were signed: the first one between the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan and the International Association for Mediterranean and Oriental Studies (ISMEO, Italy), and the second one between the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan and the Turin Centre for Archaeological Research and Excavations in Asia and the Middle East (Italy). Both documents are aimed at developing joint activities in the field of archaeological research. The agreements envisage deepening partnership in archaeological research and expanding scientific cooperation.
Turkmenistan and Newsweek discussed prospects for media cooperation
30.05.2025On 27 May, the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the United Nations Office in Geneva held talks with Laure Crane, C-Level Engagement Director at the international news agency Newsweek. During the meeting, the parties discussed in detail promising areas of cooperation aimed at promoting Turkmenistan's strategic initiatives in the international arena. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The discussion focused on specific formats for cooperation, including the preparation and publication of analytical materials on Turkmenistan's policies and achievements, the organisation of exclusive interviews with representatives of the country's top leadership, and the participation of Newsweek correspondents in major international events held in Turkmenistan. Particular attention was paid to expanding dialogue on key areas of international cooperation and covering Turkmenistan's position on pressing global issues.
New park opened in Ashgabat
24.05.2025On 23 May, a new park ‘Shapak’ was opened in Choganly residential area located in Bagtyyarlyk district of Ashgabat. Its opening is timed to the upcoming City Day and has become a pleasant event for local residents. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The opening ceremony was attended by representatives of state authorities, military and law enforcement agencies, as well as members of Halk Maslahaty, representatives of public organisations, elders, mothers-veterans and young people. The creation of the park reflects the active development of urban infrastructure within the framework of a large-scale urban development programme implemented on the initiative of the country's leadership.
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