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‘Türkmengaz’ State Concern is introducing satellite monitoring of methane emissions
09.08.2026The Information and Analytical Centre of the Natural Gas Research Institute of the State Concern ‘Türkmengaz’ has held a series of online sessions on modern methods for monitoring and verifying greenhouse gas emissions using satellite technology. The training was organised as part of the Global Methane Pledge, according to the online news portal AsmanNews. The sessions were attended by specialists from the production departments of ‘Döwletabatgazçykaryş’, ‘Marygazçykaryş’, ‘Lebapgazçykaryş’, liquefied gas production enterprises and the ‘Türkmengazakdyryş’ association. The programme covered topics including satellite remote sensing and spectrometry, international standards for methane monitoring, and methods for detecting and reducing leaks in the oil and gas sector. Participants studied the IMEO MARS methane leak early warning and response system, validation standards, the OGMP 2.0 and EU regulatory frameworks, as well as the Roadmap for reducing emissions by 2030. During the sessions, specialists exchanged experiences and discussed the use of digital tools to improve the accuracy of environmental monitoring at gas industry sites.
A UN seminar on the protection of civilians in emergencies was held in Ashgabat
08.08.2026A seminar on the protection of the population in emergency situations was held at the UN building in Ashgabat from 5 to 7 August. It was attended by 30 specialists from Turkmenistan’s state bodies working on the front line of emergency response, according to the news website Turkmenportal. The seminar was organised by UNICEF and the Main Directorate for Civil Defence and Rescue Operations of the Ministry of Defence of Turkmenistan, in partnership with the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). The event took place as part of efforts to strengthen the national emergency preparedness system and develop inter-agency cooperation. The training was delivered by national and international experts. The UNICEF sessions focused on the protection of children in emergencies. UNHCR experts presented regional and global experience in applying international standards for the protection of the population. IFRC experts led sessions on contemporary risks, emergency preparedness and the international legal framework for humanitarian action. Zhanar Sagimbayeva, Deputy Representative of UNICEF in Turkmenistan, noted that the seminar should provide government agencies with the knowledge and mechanisms for cooperation to ensure the timely identification, protection and safe referral of children in need of assistance – before, during and after an emergency. The workshop was supported by UNICEF’s Global Humanitarian Thematic Funding (GHTF).
Turkmenistan and UNITEN are expanding student exchanges in the energy sector
08.08.2026Students from three leading technical universities in Turkmenistan — the Institute of Architecture and Construction, the Oguz Han University of Engineering and Technology, and the State Energy Institute — took part in the international programme ‘Uniten Energy Adventure – Summer Camp’ in Malaysia. This was reported by the Orient news agency. The programme took place from 23 July to 4 August at Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) as part of a student exchange agreement between UNITEN and the Turkmen universities. The students studied energy technologies and learnt about the country’s culture. The sessions combined theory and practice: the students worked at the university’s Information and Resource Centre, met with experts and undertook practical work in UNITEN’s laboratories. The participants learnt about the workings of solar energy systems, bioenergy, robotics and the PERL research centre, and also took part in seminars on renewable energy and data analysis. In addition to the academic programme, the students explored Malaysia’s sights — the Saloma Bridge and the historic Sultan Abdul Samad Building. The organisers highlighted the contribution made by UNITEN’s lecturers and student volunteers to the preparation of the courses. Participation in the programme is seen as a contribution to the development of Turkmen students’ professional skills and the strengthening of international educational ties.
Turkmenistan’s initiatives in the field of international law were presented in Baku
08.08.2026On 6 August 2026, a conference was held at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Republic of Azerbaijan, dedicated to the forthcoming session of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan and the UN General Assembly resolution ‘International Year of International Law, 2028’. This was reported by the press service of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The event was attended by academics from the National Academy of Sciences of Azerbaijan, Turkmen students, representatives of the media and the Turkmen diaspora. Participants highlighted the role of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan in developing the system of public administration, strengthening democratic institutions and ensuring the country’s socio-economic development. The session of the Halk Maslahaty, scheduled for 23 September, will be devoted to reviewing the results of its work and determining future directions for development. An initiative by the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, to declare 2028 the International Year of International Law was also presented. The corresponding resolution of the United Nations General Assembly was adopted by consensus with the support of 78 states. The conference emphasised the importance of the initiative for strengthening the principles of international law, fostering dialogue and promoting the provisions of the United Nations Charter.
The Belarusian Embassy in Turkmenistan is digitising the booking process for consular services
08.08.2026From 1 September 2026, the Embassy of the Republic of Belarus in Turkmenistan will switch to an online booking system for consular appointments. This has been reported by IIC of Turkmenistan. The new system will be used for visa applications, the issuance of certificates of no criminal record or offences, and the legalisation of official documents. Appointments can be booked via a dedicated service on the homepage of the embassy’s official website. Appointment dates from 1 September are already available in the online system. Until 31 August, consultations and the acceptance of documents will continue as usual.
Kristina Bersenyova has been invited to referee AFC Champions League matches
08.08.2026A conference organised by the Asian Football Confederation for elite female referees and assistant referees was held in Malaysia. Kristina Bersenyova, an international referee from Turkmenistan, took part in the event, according to IIC Turkmenistan. The participants underwent testing on the laws of the game and physical fitness. The Turkmen referee successfully met all the standards. Following the conference, Kristina Bersenyova received an invitation to officiate matches in the AFC Women’s Champions League.
A new digital system will simplify the registration of foreign nationals in Turkmenistan
08.08.2026The State Migration Service of Turkmenistan has launched a digital platform for the registration of foreign nationals. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. The new service enables foreign nationals and the individuals and organisations hosting them to register online without having to visit the Service’s offices. The introduction of the platform is aimed at simplifying migration procedures, reducing processing times and developing electronic document management.
World Ranger Day was celebrated in Ashgabat
08.08.2026World Ranger Day was marked in Ashgabat. The event took place on 6 August in the auditorium of the Hydrometeorological Service of the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, according to the news website Turkmenportal. Experienced inspectors from each state nature reserve and the provincial environmental protection departments were invited to attend. Participants shared their experiences of nature conservation work and presented the results of their efforts to preserve biodiversity using camera traps and other modern approaches. Following the meeting, outstanding inspectors were awarded valuable gifts and certificates. The event was organised by the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan and Conservation X Labs.
Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan are developing ethnographic tourism in Bukhara
08.08.2026Plans are afoot to build a new cultural and tourist complex called ‘Little Turkmenistan’ in the Uzbek city of Bukhara. This was reported by the online publication ‘Business Turkmenistan’. The prospects for the project were discussed at a working meeting between the Deputy Chair of Uzbekistan’s Committee on Tourism and representatives of the Turkish investment company ‘Finwest Finance Company’, the Eurasian Union of Local Authorities, and the Uzbek-Turkmen joint venture TURKMEN HALY LLC, which specialises in the production and promotion of traditional Turkmen carpets. The future complex will be dedicated to the culture of Turkmenistan — visitors will be able to learn about the history, traditions and crafts of the Turkmen people. The creation of the complex is part of a trend towards the development of ethnographic and cultural tourism in Central Asia, where, instead of individual souvenir shops or temporary exhibitions, fully-fledged spaces are being created to introduce visitors to the cultures of neighbouring countries.
Turkmenistan has invited French horse breeders to the World Championships
07.08.2026On 5 August 2026, Ambassador of Turkmenistan M. Charyev held an online meeting with Nicolas Menu, President of the Ahal-Teke France Association, and Héloïse Ghirardi, Vice-President of the association. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The parties discussed preparations for the World Equestrian Championships and the Ahal-Teke beauty contest. The events will take place on 4–6 September 2026 in Kronenberg (the Netherlands). The Ambassador provided an update on preparations for the championships and invited the association’s leadership and members to take part in the competitions. Representatives of the association expressed their gratitude for the invitation and confirmed the interest of French owners of Ahal-Teke horses in taking part in the competitions. There are around 300 Ahal-Teke horses in France.
Measures to support breastfeeding have been proposed in Turkmenistan
07.08.2026Oguljahan Atabayeva, Vice-President for Medical Services at the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship, proposed a number of initiatives to support breastfeeding at a high-level national ‘round table’. The forum was organised by the Charitable Foundation and the Office of the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in Turkmenistan, according to the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. In her speech, she emphasised the need to provide women with high-quality advice and practical support during pregnancy, childbirth and the postnatal period. ‘Investing in breastfeeding is an investment in the future of the nation. Supporting breastfeeding enhances child protection, improves children’s nutrition and promotes their full development, strengthens mothers’ health, reduces healthcare costs, and makes a significant contribution to building a healthy society,’ said Oguljahan Atabayeva. The Vice-President highlighted the need to develop specific measures to strengthen breastfeeding support systems. Practical steps include organising peer-to-peer counselling sessions involving local mothers. In her view, nurses and lactation consultants could take on the task of training such activists across all regions of the country. Oguljahan Atabayeva also proposed launching an information campaign involving the media to raise public awareness of the importance of breastfeeding and to encourage local businesses to create facilities for breastfeeding mothers in the workplace. ‘Strong will and dedication are essential to achieving these goals. Let us work together for the well-being of children, which begins with breast milk,’ concluded the vice-president of the Charitable Foundation.
Students from Asia visited the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Brussels
07.08.2026A meeting was held at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Brussels with a group of 30 students from Asian countries, predominantly from the People’s Republic of China. The young participants in the educational programme had travelled to the Belgian capital to learn about the workings of the European Union’s institutions and diplomatic missions, according to the press office of the Turkmen diplomatic mission. Sapar Palvanov, Turkmenistan’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of Belgium, briefed the guests on the activities of the diplomatic mission, which also represents the country’s interests within the institutions of the European Union. During the meeting, the Ambassador spoke about the history, development and cultural heritage of Turkmenistan, as well as the fundamental principles of the country’s foreign policy, which is based on permanent neutrality, peacefulness, mutual respect and good-neighbourliness. Particular attention was paid to Turkmenistan’s international initiatives aimed at strengthening Peace and Trust and sustainable development. It was noted that the country advocates resolving pressing issues through political and diplomatic means and is developing cooperation with states and international organisations. The students were also provided with information on the 35th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s independence and the motto for 2026: ‘Independent Neutral Turkmenistan − the Homeland of Purposeful Winged Horses’. The role of Ahal-Teke racehorses in the history and culture of the Turkmen people was highlighted separately. The guests were briefed on preparations for the international equestrian and cultural events to be held in September 2026 in the Netherlands. The meeting also covered issues relating to Turkmenistan’s state policy, social protection of the population and the activities of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan. The students were briefed on the forthcoming session of this socio-political institution, scheduled for September this year. The meeting concluded with a quiz on the history, culture and foreign policy of Turkmenistan. The winners were presented with commemorative gifts, the main one being a traditional Turkmen carpet. During the discussion, the students asked questions about the work of diplomats, Turkmenistan’s relations with the European Union and the country’s international initiatives. The Embassy organises such meetings to foster intercultural dialogue and broaden young people’s knowledge of Turkmenistan.
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