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New tariffs for the services of the electronic collection ‘Adalat’ have been approved in Turkmenistan
06.09.2025The Ministry of Justice of Turkmenistan has set new rates for providing legal information through the ‘Adalat’ electronic database. The relevant order was signed by Minister of Justice Merettagan Taganov, according to the news website Turkmenportal. Individuals now pay 200 manats for a one-time purchase of the programme, while legal entities pay 400 manats. Licensed private notaries pay 240 manats annually. Access to the ‘Adalat’ online platform via the internet costs 20 manats per month per user. The fees include consultations on using the programme, and the cost of electronic media is paid separately. The new order replaces the document dated 7 November 2017 and was registered in the state register on 1 September 2025.
International trainings were held at the training centre of the Customs Service of Turkmenistan
05.09.2025From 2 to 3 September, the Training Centre of the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan hosted simulation exercises on the legal regulation of illegal maritime trade. This was reported by the press service of the Turkmenistan Customs Service. The event was organised by the UNODC Regional Office for Afghanistan, Central Asia, Iran and Pakistan. This is the centre's first international event since it was granted regional status. Representatives of key state bodies of Turkmenistan and a delegation of specialists from Kazakhstan took part in the exercise. The programme covered the international legal framework for maritime law enforcement, surveillance and monitoring methods, the use of radar and satellite systems, and the practice of gathering evidence for prosecution. The training demonstrated an innovative approach to training specialists and contributed to the exchange of experience and the strengthening of regional security.
A collection on cooperation with Turkmenistan has been published in India
04.09.2025The Indian publishing house ‘Pentagon Press LLP’ has released an English-language collection entitled ‘India-Turkmenistan: Perspectives on History, Culture and Economy,’ prepared with the participation of the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (IIR MFA) of Turkmenistan. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. One of the book's editors, Professor Ovezdurdy Muhammetberdiyev, Doctor of Sociology at the IIO MFA, noted that the aim of the publication is not simply to publish materials, but to produce a fundamental scientific and historical work that reflects the centuries-old ties between the two countries and serves as a basis for future research. The authors of the collection are leading diplomats, scholars and statesmen of Turkmenistan and India, including Chynar Rustemova, Amangeldi Rahmanov, Sapar Berdiniyazov and Nurberdi Amanmyradov. Their personal experience and analytical assessments give the book special value. The main idea of the publication is the historical depth of Turkmen-Indian relations, which date back to the times of the Great Silk Road, as well as the dynamic development of modern political and economic cooperation, including projects in energy, digital technologies, education and culture. Particular emphasis is placed on the contribution of the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, and the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. The book is published in English for an international audience, but a Turkmen edition is also being prepared for the general public in the country. The project is seen as the beginning of more extensive cooperation, including conferences, scientific exchanges and joint research. According to Muhammetberdiyev, the collection has become a ‘bridge of friendship and mutual understanding’ between the two peoples and an important step in strengthening the strategic partnership between Turkmenistan and India.
A road safety campaign has begun in Turkmenistan
03.09.2025On 1 September, Turkmenistan launched a month-long campaign under the slogan ‘Road safety is the peace of our life.’ This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. Throughout the month, conferences, seminars and educational events for drivers, pedestrians and students will be held in all regions of the country. Eco-bike groups from the traffic police will be on duty at educational institutions, paying particular attention to compliance with traffic rules near schools and universities. The events are being held in accordance with the Road Safety Act, and administrative penalties are in place for violations.
More than 200,000 tourists from Turkmenistan visited Uzbekistan from January to July
28.08.2025From January to July this year, 208,864 tourists from Turkmenistan visited Uzbekistan. This was reported by the Turkmenportal website. In terms of the number of tourists during this period, Turkmenistan ranks sixth. The leaders in the ranking by number of visitors were: Kyrgyzstan – 1.846 million, Kazakhstan – 1.466 million, Tajikistan – 1.441 million, Russia – 536,800 and Afghanistan – 267,400. In total, 6.3 million foreign tourists visited the country in the first seven months of the year, which is 48.9% more than in the same period last year.
Ankara Street is being modernised in Ashgabat
28.08.2025The Ministry of Construction and Architecture of Turkmenistan has announced an international tender for the reconstruction of Ankara Street in Ashgabat. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal, citing the newspaper ‘Neutral Turkmenistan’. Applications from companies and organisations are being accepted through the Ministry's Marketing and Foreign Economic Relations Department. The deadline for submitting documents is 8 October 2025, address: Ashgabat, Archabil avenue, 84.
A new nature reserve is being established in western Turkmenistan
28.08.2025The Uly (Greater) and Kiçi (Lesser) Balkhan mountains in western Turkmenistan will be designated as protected areas. The new reserve will be created with its core in Uly Balkhan and nature reserves in Kiçi Balkhan and Southern Ustyurt. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The idea of protecting the Balkhan Mountains was first proposed in the 19th century after Grigory Karelin's expedition. Later, the region was studied by zoologists Mikhail Laptev and Geldi Shukurov. Modern research has confirmed the need to protect this unique ecosystem, which has been damaged by livestock grazing. According to scientists, the area is home to two species of amphibians, 28 species of reptiles, 174 species of birds and 45 species of mammals. These include the Central Asian leopard, bezoar goats, mountain rams, manuls and Turkmen caracals. However, the reduction in vegetation and food sources has led to the disappearance of a number of rare birds and a decline in the numbers of other species. The creation of the reserve will be part of Turkmenistan's National Forest Programme. At the same time, there are plans to expand the network of specially protected areas in the Dashoguz and Lebap velayats.
A new nature reserve is being established in western Turkmenistan
28.08.2025The Uly (Greater) and Kiçi (Lesser) Balkhan mountains in western Turkmenistan will be designated as protected areas. The new reserve will be created with its core in Uly Balkhan and nature reserves in Kiçi Balkhan and Southern Ustyurt. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The idea of protecting the Balkhan Mountains was first proposed in the 19th century after Grigory Karelin's expedition. Later, the region was studied by zoologists Mikhail Laptev and Geldi Shukurov. Modern research has confirmed the need to protect this unique ecosystem, which has been damaged by livestock grazing. According to scientists, the area is home to two species of amphibians, 28 species of reptiles, 174 species of birds and 45 species of mammals. These include the Central Asian leopard, bezoar goats, mountain rams, manuls and Turkmen caracals. However, the reduction in vegetation and food sources has led to the disappearance of a number of rare birds and a decline in the numbers of other species. The creation of the reserve will be part of Turkmenistan's National Forest Programme. At the same time, there are plans to expand the network of specially protected areas in the Dashoguz and Lebap velayats.
An ‘Antiplagiat’ programme has been created in Turkmenistan
26.08.2025Teachers and students at the Yagshygeldi Kakayev International Oil and Gas University presented the ‘Antiplagiat’ (‘Anti-plagiarism’) software. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal with reference to the ‘Turkmenistan’ newspaper. This software is capable of analysing texts in Turkmen and other languages. The development has been certified by the State Intellectual Property Service of Turkmenistan. In addition, young researchers have created a programme for calculating energy consumption, which allows the operation of lighting devices to be controlled without expensive sensors and computing devices.
The process of obtaining a student visa has been simplified for citizens of Turkmenistan
25.08.2025From 20 August 2025, citizens of Turkmenistan will no longer need to make an appointment in advance to submit documents for a student visa to Turkey, according to the IIC of Turkmenistan. To apply for a visa, you must provide a letter of admission from a Turkish university or other document confirming your student status. This innovation is intended to simplify and speed up the visa application process, making it more convenient for applicants from Turkmenistan. There are currently 209 universities in Turkey offering more than 45,000 educational programmes to foreign students.
The city of Arkadag will become a model of sustainable urban development at the TIF-2025 forum
20.08.2025Sustainable urban development will be one of the key topics at the TIF-2025 International Investment Forum in Ashgabat, which will take place on 18-19 September. The city of Arkadag will be presented as an example of an environmentally-friendly ‘smart’ city in Central Asia, according to the news agency Orient. The city of Arkadag was built from scratch according to the principles of sustainable development: energy-efficient solutions, digital urban infrastructure management systems and minimal impact on nature are used. The city has automated lighting, transport, utilities and security systems, actively uses renewable energy sources, including solar panels, and has created infrastructure for low-carbon transport. The city demonstrates the implementation of the New Urban Agenda and shows how investments in ‘green’ infrastructure and innovation contribute to social, economic and environmental sustainability. The forum will feature a panel discussion with international experts, developers and financial institutions, where Arkadag's experience will be discussed as a possible model for the entire region. TIF-2025 will serve as a platform for studying successful examples of sustainable urban development and discussing prospects for international cooperation.
Turkmenistan and The Brussels Times agreed on cooperation in the media sphere
10.08.2025A meeting between Turkmenistan's Ambassador to Belgium Sapar Palvanov and Ilham Rzayev, Marketing Manager of the English-language publication ‘The Brussels Times’, took place in Brussels. The negotiations focused on prospects for developing media cooperation and implementing joint information projects. This was reported by the online publication AsmanNews. The Ambassador spoke in detail about the work of the diplomatic mission, paying particular attention to the role of public diplomacy in promoting Turkmenistan's foreign policy priorities. It was noted that the embassy regularly organises briefings and meetings with media representatives, ensuring open access to information on the country's domestic and foreign policy. The rich cultural heritage of Turkmenistan, its peacekeeping initiatives and modern achievements became key topics for future publications. The parties paid special attention to the coverage of the principles of permanent neutrality, good-neighbourliness and sustainable development, as well as Turkmenistan's activity at the UN. At the end of the meeting, the parties expressed mutual interest in strengthening cooperation. Ambassador S. Palvanov emphasised his readiness for productive interaction with international media interested in objective coverage of various aspects of life in Turkmenistan.
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