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Azerbaijani delegation arrives in Awaza to participate in international conference
10.12.2025A delegation from Azerbaijan has arrived at the ‘Awaza’ National Tourist Zone. The delegation includes Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, and Arzu Aliyeva, Head of the Baku Media Centre. This was reported by the IIC. The guests are participating in an international conference dedicated to the role of women in modern society and international cooperation to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. The visit of the Azerbaijani delegation underscores the importance of cultural and social interaction between Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan. Discussions at the conference create opportunities for the implementation of joint educational, cultural and media projects, as well as for strengthening bilateral partnership.
The Belarusian delegation arrived at the ‘Awaza’ National Tourist Complex to participate in the conference
10.12.2025Lyudmila Kondrashova, Director of the Republican Rehabilitation Centre for Children with Disabilities and Chairwoman of the Children's Fund of Belarus, has arrived at the ‘Awaza’ National Tourist Zone. She is participating in the International Conference ‘The Role of Women in Modern Society: Developing International Cooperation to Achieve Sustainable Development Goals,’ according to IIC. The conference will discuss approaches to social support for children, exchange of experience and implementation of rehabilitation practices. Lyudmila Kondrashova's participation opens up additional opportunities for cooperation between Belarus and Turkmenistan in the field of social protection.
Turkmen customs authorities lead Central Asia in terms of cargo clearance speed
05.12.2025A new study by the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) has shown that Turkmenistan's road customs checkpoints are highly efficient. They demonstrate the best performance in terms of the speed of processing export and transit cargo among the countries of Central Asia, according to the IIC. At key points in Garabogaz, Farap and Dashoguz, the average time for processing vehicles was only 37 minutes. For comparison, this procedure takes about 1 hour 10 minutes in Uzbekistan, 1 hour 30 minutes in Kazakhstan, 1 hour 40 minutes in Tajikistan, and 1 hour 44 minutes in Kyrgyzstan. Turkmen checkpoints also showed high efficiency in reducing queues: the average waiting time was up to 35 minutes. In neighbouring countries, the waiting time is significantly higher: 40 minutes in Kyrgyzstan, 1 hour 15 minutes in Tajikistan, 12 hours 20 minutes in Uzbekistan and more than two days in Kazakhstan. These figures underscore Turkmenistan's role as a reliable and fast transit route between Asia and Europe, which is important for the development of international logistics corridors.
A National Professional Association of Lawyers is being formed in Turkmenistan
25.11.2025A round table discussion on the development of the legal aid system and the role of lawyers in protecting human rights was held in Ashgabat. The initiative was organised by the Presidium of the Ashgabat Bar Association and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), with the support of the British Embassy, according to the Orient news agency. The event was attended by representatives of the Mejlis, the Ministry of Justice of Turkmenistan, the judiciary, law enforcement agencies and other state structures. The results of a joint project aimed at expanding access to justice, especially for women and people with disabilities, were discussed. Key achievements include the development of a Roadmap for the creation of a National Professional Association of Lawyers, the launch of a modern website for the Bar Association, and an analysis of the Criminal Procedure Code with recommendations for strengthening the right to defence. UNDP Resident Representative Narine Sahakyan noted the importance of these steps in promoting the rule of law and creating an inclusive legal aid system. The round table also served as a platform for dialogue between lawyers and government agencies, laying the foundation for further cooperation and bringing the Turkmen legal aid system into line with international standards.
Turkmenistan is working to protect its historical and cultural heritage
22.11.2025Deputy Chairwoman of the Cabinet of Ministers Bahar Seyidova presented a report on the restoration, reconstruction and protection of historical and cultural monuments during a government meeting on 21 November. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. As part of the ‘State Program for 2022-2028 for the careful preservation of objects of National historical and cultural heritage, their protection and study, and attraction of tourists to them,’ scientific research and restoration work was carried out on national heritage sites in the spring and autumn of this year. The above measures covered the monuments of ‘Paryzdepe’, the mausoleum of ‘Mane Baba’, ‘Juma Mosques’ in the fortress of ‘Ancient Abiverd’ and the settlement of ‘Dehistan’, the caravanserais ‘Karawansaray’, ‘Dayahatyn’ and ‘Akjagala’, as well as the ‘Ancient Amul’ fortress. The third issue of the collection ‘Traces of Centuries’ has been prepared for the international scientific community. Work is also underway to transfer the finds to the State Museum and the Arkadag City Museum of History and Local Lore. After hearing the report, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasised the importance of studying and promoting cultural heritage and instructed the Deputy Prime Minister to continue working to preserve it for future generations.
The introduction of Japanese technologies into television and radio broadcasting was discussed in Ashgabat
23.10.2025Hiroshi Sasaki, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Turkmenistan, visited the State Committee for Television, Radio Broadcasting and Cinematography of Turkmenistan, as well as several television centres where preparations are underway for the introduction of Japanese broadcasting equipment. This was reported by the online news resource TerraNews. During the visit, the diplomat met with Meylis Rejepov, Chairman of the State Committee for Television, Radio Broadcasting and Cinematography. The interlocutors discussed opportunities for expanding bilateral cooperation in the field of television and radio broadcasting and ways to further strengthen technical cooperation between Turkmenistan and Japan.
Туркменистан планирует создание национальных геопарков
20.10.2025At a meeting of the National Commission of Turkmenistan for UNESCO, the creation of geoparks, including natural and cultural sites, as well as landscapes of international geological significance, was discussed within the framework of the UNESCO Geoparks Programme. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. It is noted that national geological parks can become a tool for environmentally friendly development of territories. Participants were presented with international experience, procedures for the formation of geoparks and requirements for their organisation. Of particular interest are unique sites such as the canyons on the south-eastern shore of the Garabogaz Gulf and mud volcanoes. The creation of geoparks in these areas will preserve natural heritage, develop ecotourism, support the local economy and raise public awareness of the importance of the country's geological wealth.
A female bear named Aydere will arrive in Ashgabat from the Moscow Zoo
06.10.2025A brown bear named Aydere will soon be brought to the National Museum of Living Nature of Turkmenistan (Ashgabat Zoo). This was reported by the online news resource TerraNews. The Moscow Zoo is donating the animal as part of a cooperation programme. This was announced by the museum's scientific consultant, Doctor of Biological Sciences Eldar Rustamov. Aydere will become a companion for the brown bear Sumbar, who arrived in Ashgabat a year ago from the Volokolamsk Centre of the Moscow Zoo. According to Rustamov, the plan is to move the female bear in with Sumbar so that the animal ‘doesn't get bored.’ The expert added that there are plans to bring other animals from Moscow, including lions.
In honour of Independence Day, buildings in Ankara were transformed into the colours of the Turkmen flag
28.09.2025On 27 September, Ankara's tallest buildings — the buildings of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey — were illuminated with the colours of the National Flag of Turkmenistan in honour of the 34th anniversary of the country's independence. This was reported by the news website Asmannews. The impressive light installation transformed the buildings into a bright red and green flag with traditional Turkmen patterns, a crescent moon and five stars. The building of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey is 140 metres high, making it one of the tallest buildings in Ankara and an important business centre in the country. This event symbolises the friendship and brotherly relations between Turkey and Turkmenistan.
Burj Khalifa lit up with the Turkmen Flag in honour of the 34th anniversary of independence
28.09.2025In honour of the 34th anniversary of Turkmenistan's independence, the world's tallest building, Burj Khalifa (Dubai, UAE), was illuminated with the country's National Flag. This was reported by the press service of the Consulate of Turkmenistan in the UAE. The event was held as part of a tradition in which friendly states decorate their high-rise buildings with the national symbols of Turkmenistan to congratulate the people on their main national holiday. The impressive light installation transformed the 828-metre skyscraper into a brightly shining red and green column with Turkmen ornaments, a crescent moon and five stars. Such events highlight the friendly and fraternal relations between Turkmenistan and the UAE, as well as the international community's attention to the celebration of the country's Independence Day.
Representatives of Turkmenistan undergo training in Spain
27.09.2025As part of the CADAP 7 programme supported by the European Union, a delegation from Turkmenistan is on a study visit to Spain from 22 to 26 September 2025, aimed at strengthening regional cooperation in Central Asia in the fight against drugs. This was reported by IIC Turkmenistan. Together with colleagues from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, Turkmen specialists are studying Spain's experience in implementing scientifically based strategies to reduce drug demand. Over the course of five days, the delegates are meeting with Spanish politicians, practitioners and medical professionals, and visiting key institutions, including the Ministry of Health, the San Isidro shelter, the Madroño mobile unit, the ACDA Addiction Treatment Centre, the ‘Proyecto Hombre Asturias’ programme, the Drug Addiction Treatment Unit in Oviedo and the Intelligence Center for Counter-Terrorism and Organized Crime (CITCO). The trip serves as a platform for sharing experiences and building institutional capacity, and the knowledge gained will help to improve national strategies for combating psychoactive substances in Turkmenistan and Central Asia and strengthen cooperation with European partners.
The EU supports strengthening the capacity of Turkmenistan's veterinary service
26.09.2025On 24 September, the State Veterinary Service of Turkmenistan received new modern equipment for a training classroom as part of the BOMCA 10 programme, funded by the European Union. This initiative aims to strengthen the capacity of the service and improve the qualifications of specialists, which will improve the quality of border control and ensure better health for farm animals, according to AsmanNews. The handover ceremony was attended by representatives of the EU delegation, including programme manager Borislav Dimitrov. He emphasised that the support provided reflects the European Union's desire to expand cooperation with Turkmenistan in the field of veterinary medicine and animal welfare. Arslan Soltanmyradov, Head of the International and Scientific Relations Department of the State Veterinary Service, expressed his gratitude for the assistance provided, noting that the new equipment opens up opportunities for the introduction of modern methods of training and practical training of specialists. It is expected that the updated training base will significantly improve the level of veterinary education and training, which in the long term will contribute to the protection of animal health and the strengthening of the country's food security.
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