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The Turkmenistan Youth Symphony Orchestra performed in Berlin
11.08.2026On 9 August, the Turkmenistan Youth Symphony Orchestra performed at the 27th Young Euro Classic International Festival of Youth Symphony Orchestras in Berlin. The concert took place at the Konzerthaus Berlin, according to the IIC of Turkmenistan. The orchestra performed under the baton of conductor Rasul Klychev. The concert’s soloist was pianist Shaislam Komiljanov. The programme included works by Turkmen composers and international symphonic classics. The musicians performed the Piano Concerto (1975) by Chary Nurymov and the symphonic poem ‘My Motherland’ by Veli Mukhatov, as well as selected works from the classical repertoire. The Young Euro Classic Festival is taking place in Berlin from 31 July to 16 August. This year, 14 youth orchestras from more than 20 countries around the world are taking part.
Turkmen delegates have been invited to a medical forum in India
11.08.2026The Indian Embassy in Turkmenistan has announced the start of registration for international delegates to the SANJEEVANI 2026 international forum. The event will take place in New Delhi on 7–9 September, according to the IIC of Turkmenistan. The forum will bring together representatives from healthcare institutions, the medical tourism sector, insurance companies, the wellness sector and the media. The programme will include a specialised exhibition, themed conferences, B2B meetings and familiarisation visits to leading clinics in India. More than 350 foreign delegates are expected to attend. Participants selected under the ‘Hosted Buyer’ programme will be offered partial or full reimbursement of their airfare and accommodation costs. Applications are accepted via the forum’s official online platform and undergo preliminary selection based on professional criteria.
Turkmenistan has begun accepting applications for freight transport licences for 2027
10.08.2026The Ministry of Road Transport of Turkmenistan has announced that it is now accepting applications for permits from foreign states for the carriage of goods by road in 2027. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. These permits are required for international road freight transport and are issued on the basis of bilateral agreements with foreign states. Applications may be submitted by both legal entities and individuals engaged in freight transport. The deadline for applications is 15 September 2026. Applications received after this date will not be considered. For further information and to clarify the procedure for submitting documents, please call: 39-03-36 or 39-03-37.
A showcase for Kazakhstani products is to open in Ashgabat
10.08.2026QazTrade, the Kazakhstani Centre for Trade Policy Development and an agency of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, is setting up a permanent showcase for Kazakhstani products in Turkmenistan. This was reported by the news agency Orient. The ‘Kazakhstan Shelf’ will be located in one of Ashgabat’s major shopping centres. QazTrade is currently selecting samples of goods from Kazakhstani manufacturers. The initial phase will feature everyday consumer goods, food products and non-perishable goods. The venue will operate as a B2B and B2C showroom. Turkmen retailers, distributors and importers will be able to familiarise themselves with the product range, hold negotiations and conclude direct contracts with Kazakhstani manufacturers. The project will continue QazTrade’s programme to develop retail outlets and showrooms for Kazakhstani brands in Central Asian countries.
Air Belgium has launched a cargo service via Ashgabat
10.08.2026The Belgian airline Air Belgium has operated its first scheduled cargo flight to Ashgabat Airport. The new route will facilitate the transport of cargo between Asia and Europe, according to the news website Turkmenportal. Mathieu Wijthouck, Director of Ground Operations at Air Belgium, thanked Ashgabat Airport for its support and expressed his hope for long-term cooperation. Air Belgium is based in Mont-Saint-Guibert and specialises in international air freight.
‘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.
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