Policy
Turkmenistan took part in the annual interregional meeting of the PCCP
22.09.2025A delegation from Turkmenistan, led by the Deputy Chairman of the State Customs Service, took part in the Tenth Annual Interregional Meeting of the United Nations Global Programme on Passenger and Cargo Control (PCCP), combined with the Seventh Meeting of Experts of the Interregional Network of Customs Administrations and Port Control Units (IREN). This was reported by the press service of the Turkmenistan Customs Service. The events, held in Istanbul, were attended by heads and representatives of customs and relevant authorities from Central Asia, the Black Sea region, the South Caucasus, as well as Pakistan, Turkey, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and donor organizations. In his speech, the head of the Turkmen delegation emphasized the country's commitment to international standards for combating drugs and supporting the goals of the PCCP and IREN. Representatives of the Turkmenistan Customs Service also gave thematic presentations, sharing their experience of the Situation Center and interagency cooperation mechanisms for ensuring supply chain security.
Serdar Berdimuhamedov received congratulations from world leaders
22.09.2025President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received a number of birthday greetings from Heads of State and international organizations, according to the state news agency TDH. The President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin, the Chairman of the People's Republic of China Xi Jinping, the President of the Republic of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the President of the Republic of Korea Lee Jae-myung, the President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko and President of the Republic of Armenia Vahagn Khachaturyan sent their messages. Congratulations were also received from the Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation Mikhail Mishustin, Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of Russia Dmitry Medvedev, Chairperson of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation Valentina Matviyenko, Governor of the Astrakhan Region of Russia Igor Babushkin, Chairman of the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission Bakytjan Sagintayev and member of the ruling family of the State of Qatar Faisal bin Nasser bin Hamad Al Thani. The messages emphasize Serdar Berdimuhamedov's contribution to strengthening Turkmenistan's international position, developing strategic partnerships with various countries, and expanding cooperation within the SCO, the EAEU, and the OTS. The leaders note the country's confident socio-economic development and growing authority on the global stage, and express their readiness to further deepen bilateral and multilateral ties. The letters also wish the President of Turkmenistan health, well-being, and success in his government work, and the people of the country prosperity and stability.
Hero Arkadag sent a congratulatory message to the President of Turkmenistan
22.09.2025On behalf of the people of Turkmenistan and the Halk Maslahaty, National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov congratulated President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov on his birthday, according to the state news agency TDH. Hero Arkadag wished the Head of State health, long life, and success in strengthening the country's independence and prosperity. The National Leader of the Turkmen people emphasized that under the leadership of Serdar Berdimuhamedov, Turkmenistan has achieved significant success in socio-economic development, is implementing large-scale reforms, and is recognized as one of the most dynamically developing countries in the world. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov noted the importance of national programs, the construction of new cities and industrial facilities, as well as the significance of foreign policy initiatives supported by the international community. In conclusion, the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty expressed confidence that the activities of the President of Turkmenistan will continue to contribute to strengthening peace, trust, and the well-being of the Turkmen people.
The President of Turkmenistan left for a working visit to New York
22.09.2025President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov has travelled to the United States to participate in the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, according to the state news agency TDH. He was seen off at Ashgabat International Airport by representatives of official bodies. Turkmenistan continues to strengthen its foreign policy based on neutrality, peacefulness and cooperation, attaching particular importance to interaction with the UN. In the International Year of Peace and Trust, the coincidence of the 30th anniversary of the country's neutral status with the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Organisation is seen as a symbolic event. Neutrality, confirmed three times by General Assembly resolutions, remains the basis of Turkmen diplomacy and the development of international relations.
Turkmenistan and Slovakia discussed prospects for further cooperation
22.09.2025On 18 September, Hemra Amannazarov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Slovakia, paid a working visit to Bratislava. This was reported by the press service of the Turkmen diplomatic mission in Austria. During the visit, the Ambassador held meetings to discuss the development of political, diplomatic, trade, economic and cultural cooperation between the two countries. At a meeting with Marek Eštok, State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of Slovakia, the parties noted the need to intensify political contacts, expand economic ties and strengthen cultural exchange, including cooperation in international organisations. During negotiation with Slovak Deputy Minister of Economy Vladimir Simonak, the prospects for trade and economic cooperation, the creation of an Intergovernmental Turkmen-Slovak Commission on Economic Cooperation and the holding of its first meeting were discussed. The importance of the Agreement on Economic Cooperation between the two countries, signed in August 2025, was also emphasised. At the end of the meeting, the parties confirmed the importance of contacts between Turkmenistan and Slovakia for the development of bilateral relations.
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Kazakhstan held a meeting with the OSCE High Commissioner
22.09.2025On 19 September, Batyr Rejepov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Kazakhstan, held a meeting with Christophe Kamp, OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities. This was reported by the press service of the Turkmen diplomatic mission. The parties discussed the activities of the national human rights institution and international cooperation, including within the framework of the National Action Plan on Human Rights in Turkmenistan for 2021-2025. C. Kamp noted the productive interaction between Turkmenistan and the OSCE HCNM. At the end of the meeting, the High Commissioner congratulated Turkmenistan on the 30th anniversary of its neutrality.
The President of Turkmenistan congratulated the leadership of Armenia on Independence Day
21.09.2025President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent congratulations to President of the Republic of Armenia Vahagn Khachaturyan, Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan, and the entire people of the country on the occasion of the Independence Day of the Republic of Armenia. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The Head of State emphasised the friendly nature of relations between Turkmenistan and Armenia, based on equality and mutual respect, and expressed confidence in the further development of cooperation. The Head of Turkmenistan wished the President and Prime Minister of Armenia health and well-being, and the people of the country peace, progress and prosperity.
Administrative-territorial division changed in Turkmenistan
21.09.2025The Chairwoman of the Turkmenistan Mejlis, Dunyagozel Gulmanova, signed a Resolution ‘On Issues of Administrative-Territorial Division,’ which provides for the creation of a number of new etraps in four velayats of the country and the clarification of the boundaries of existing administrative units. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. According to the document, new etraps will be formed in the Ahal, Dashoguz, Lebap and Mary velayats: Altyn Asyr (Ahal velayat, centre - the city of Altyn Asyr); Garashsyzlyk and Gubadag (Dashoguz velayat, centres — the cities of Andalyp and Gubadag); Dovletli, Farap and Garabekevul (Lebap velayat, centres — the village of Dovletli, the cities of Farap and Garabekevul); Oguzhan (Mary velayat, centre – Parahat settlement). The Resolution also defines the redistribution of land plots and settlements between etraps, as well as the transfer of the administrative centre of the Akdepe etrap of Dashoguz velayat to the city of Akdepe. In addition, a new village, Kepele, has been created in the Ahal velayat, while the geneshlik of Gorjav has been abolished. In the Lebap velayat, the villages of Gyrteki, Hojashulluk and Malik have been removed from the list of administrative-territorial units due to a lack of population. The Ministry of Agriculture and the velayat hakims have been instructed to describe the boundaries of the new etraps. Changes will also be made to the list of administrative-territorial units of Turkmenistan, approved in 2010.
The President of Turkmenistan honoured citizens on the occasion of the 34th anniversary of independence
20.09.2025In honour of the 34th anniversary of independence, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a Decree awarding citizens with state honours. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The Decree notes the contribution of citizens to strengthening the sovereignty and international authority of the country, as well as the development of the economy, science, culture, sports, education and healthcare. The awards were given for achievements in the oil and gas, construction, industrial, agricultural and other sectors, the introduction of new technologies, the improvement of production and the quality of services, as well as for successes in the arts, journalism, physical culture and public activities. Particular attention was paid to the work of specialists, creative and sports teams, the education of young people in the spirit of devotion to the Motherland, and the strengthening of Turkmenistan's international image. Citizens who have been awarded orders and medals were nominated for the awards.
Serdar Berdimuhamedov honours a number of foreign citizens
20.09.2025President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a Decree awarding a number of foreign citizens with the ‘Magtymguly Pyragynyň 300 ýyllygyna’ anniversary medal. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The awards were given for contributions to strengthening cultural dialogue and developing humanitarian cooperation. The document was signed ahead of the 34th anniversary of independence and the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality.
Turkmenistan has created a law on the legal basis for a policy of neutrality
20.09.2025Speaking at a meeting of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov announced the development of a draft Constitutional Law ‘On the Legal Foundations of the Policy of Peace and Trust of Neutral Turkmenistan.’ This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The law establishes the legal basis for Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality and the principles for its implementation in international relations, including neutrality, equality, good neighbourliness, non-use of force, non-participation in military alliances, non-interference in the internal affairs of other countries and respect for sovereignty. The policy aims to use the opportunities offered by neutrality and preventive diplomacy in the spirit of the UN, develop trust-based relations, strengthen regional and global security, and create conditions for the country's sustainable development.
Turkmenistan is developing the West-East and North-South transport corridors
20.09.2025President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, speaking at a meeting of the Halk Maslahaty, emphasised the importance of developing transport infrastructure in the West-East and North-South directions. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. Head of State noted the active development of passenger and freight transport by all modes of transport and the use of the country's international transit potential. According to Serdar Berdimuhamedov, Turkmenistan is cooperating with the UN and other international organisations, as well as working on the development of the China-Kazakhstan-Turkmenistan-Iran transport corridor and the creation of a multimodal route from the Asia-Pacific region to Europe. The country will continue to build transport and social infrastructure facilities and strengthen the material and technical base of the transport and communications complex.
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