Policy
The President of Turkmenistan received the head of Sao Tome and Principe
12.12.2025President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a meeting with the President of the Democratic Republic of Sao Tome and Principe, Carlos Manuel Vila-Nova, who arrived in Ashgabat to participate in events marking the International Day of Neutrality and the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s permanent neutrality, TDH reports. At the beginning of the talks, the parties noted the significance of the current visit and the participation of the Sao Tome and Principe delegation in the International Forum dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust, as well as to the anniversary of Turkmenistan’s neutral status. Carlos Manuel Vila-Nova expressed his gratitude for the invitation and emphasized the importance of participating in the forum. He also congratulated Turkmenistan on the International Day of Neutrality and the 30th anniversary of its permanent neutrality. Serdar Berdimuhamedow highlighted that the presence of foreign delegations confirms support for Turkmenistan’s neutrality policy. According to him, the forum will serve as a platform for exchanging views on issues of peace, trust, and finding common approaches to contemporary challenges. The President of Turkmenistan expressed confidence that the visit will strengthen bilateral relations. He recalled his participation in the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries, held in August at the National Tourism Zone “Avaza.” The parties also noted prospects for cooperation in political-diplomatic, trade-economic, and humanitarian spheres. It was emphasized that Turkmenistan builds relations with foreign partners based on the legal status of neutrality recognized by the UN. At the conclusion of the meeting, the heads of state confirmed their readiness to develop multilateral cooperation and wished each other success in their future work.
Turkmenistan and the Republic of Korea Strengthen Strategic Dialogue
12.12.2025National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Kim Jin-pyo, Director of the Institute for Global Innovative Studies of the Republic of Korea, AsmanNews reported. Kim Jin-pyo expressed gratitude for the invitation and the opportunity to take part in the forum dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s permanent neutrality, and congratulated the country’s leadership on the milestone date. The Hero-Arkadag warmly welcomed the guest and noted that the upcoming forum would serve as a platform for discussing current issues and developing joint approaches. Both sides emphasized that Turkmenistan attaches great importance to its relations with the Republic of Korea. The partnership is developing both bilaterally and within the framework of the UN and the “Central Asia – Republic of Korea” format. The role of parliamentary diplomacy was highlighted separately. The Turkmen National Leader underlined Kim Jin-pyo’s contribution to strengthening interstate dialogue during his tenure as Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea. At the end of the meeting, the parties expressed confidence in further strengthening cooperation and exchanged best wishes for success.
Hero-Arkadag held a meeting with the UN Deputy Secretary-General
12.12.2025National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with UN Deputy Secretary-General and Director-General of the UN Office in Geneva, Tatiana Valovaya, TDH reports. Tatiana Valovaya thanked him for the reception and noted that it was a great honor for her to take part in the events dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s permanent neutrality. She also conveyed greetings from UN Secretary-General António Guterres to the leadership of Turkmenistan. Hero-Arkadag warmly welcomed the head of the UN Office and expressed gratitude for her participation in the International Forum dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust, the International Day of Neutrality, and the anniversary of the status of permanent neutrality. The parties noted that Turkmenistan’s neutrality, recognized by the UN, has become an important tool for strengthening peace and trust. It was emphasized that the forum in Ashgabat serves as a platform for discussing issues on the international agenda, sustainable development, and humanitarian cooperation. Tatiana Valovaya highlighted Turkmenistan’s contribution to strengthening peace and sustainable development and confirmed her readiness to support the successful organization of the forum. Hero-Arkadag stressed that cooperation with the UN is a priority of Turkmenistan’s foreign policy and reaffirmed the country’s readiness to support the organization’s initiatives. At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides expressed confidence in further strengthening cooperation and exchanged best wishes for success.
Turkmenistan and the OSCE discussed prospects for cooperation
12.12.2025The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow, met with OSCE Secretary General Feridun Sinirlioglu, who arrived in Ashgabat on a visit, AsmanNews reports. The guest expressed gratitude for the reception and noted that it was a great honor for him to take part in the events dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s permanent neutrality. Feridun Sinirlioğlu congratulated the Hero-Arkadag on the anniversary and emphasized the country’s contribution to strengthening peace. The Hero-Arkadag warmly welcomed the Secretary General and noted that the International Forum in Ashgabat serves as an important platform for discussing cooperation in the areas of peace, sustainable development, and humanitarian initiatives. Both sides stressed that Turkmenistan maintains active partnerships on the international stage and views cooperation with the OSCE as one of its key directions. It was noted that bilateral relations are developing effectively. The National Leader of the Turkmen people emphasized Turkmenistan’s role in ensuring international energy security and reaffirmed its readiness to expand cooperation with the OSCE. At the end of the meeting, the parties exchanged well-wishes for success.
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and Ilham Aliyev held a telephone conversation
12.12.2025On 11 December, a telephone conversation took place between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, and the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, AsmanNews reported. The two sides exchanged greetings and noted the high level of relations between their countries. The President of Azerbaijan congratulated Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, and the people of Turkmenistan on the 30th anniversary of the country’s permanent neutrality. He emphasized the importance of Turkmenistan’s peaceful policy and conveyed warm wishes to the head of state. Ilham Aliyev recalled the participation of Leyla Aliyeva, Vice President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, in the International Conference in Awaza, as well as the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Foundation and the Heydar Aliyev Foundation. The Hero-Arkadag noted that Azerbaijan played an important role at all stages of the international recognition of Turkmenistan’s neutrality and highlighted the brotherly nature of relations between the two nations. The sides also mentioned the participation of the Azerbaijani delegation in the conference in Awaza and the visit of Azerbaijan’s Prime Minister Ali Asadov to the celebrations marking the anniversary of neutrality. President Ilham Aliyev emphasized the contribution of Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and President Serdar Berdimuhamedov to the development of bilateral ties and confirmed Azerbaijan’s readiness to expand cooperation. At the end of the conversation, both sides wished each other good health and success in their work.
Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the head of Toyo Engineering Corporation
12.12.2025President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a meeting with the President, Chief Executive Officer, and Representative Director of «Toyo Engineering Corporation», Eiji Hosoi, who arrived in Turkmenistan on a visit. The meeting was reported by the state news agency TDH. Eiji Hosoi thanked the head of state for the reception and noted that he was taking part in events dedicated to the International Day of Neutrality and the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s permanent neutrality. The guest recalled President Serdar Berdimuhamedov’s visit to Japan in April and his participation in Turkmenistan’s National Day at the World Expo 2025, emphasizing the significance of the meetings held during that trip. The President of Turkmenistan welcomed the company representative and thanked him for participating in the International Forum dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust, the International Day of Neutrality, and the 30th anniversary of permanent neutrality. Both sides noted that Turkmenistan considers Japan an important partner. Trade and economic cooperation is developing, and Japanese companies play a notable role in it. The President of Turkmenistan stressed that the country is implementing major programs to attract investment and develop the energy and chemical industries. He recalled joint projects with Toyo Engineering Corporation and expressed readiness to continue cooperation in the chemical sector, including the production of new products and the introduction of environmentally friendly technologies. Eiji Hosoi expressed gratitude for the working conditions provided and emphasized that the company intends to continue participating in projects aimed at Turkmenistan’s economic development. At the end of the meeting, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov expressed confidence in the further expansion of cooperation and wished Eiji Hosoi success.
The Prime Minister of Pakistan arrived in Turkmenistan to participate in the forum
11.12.2025Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Ashgabat to participate in international events dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's Permanent Neutrality. This was reported by IIC. The visit is timed to coincide with the International Forum, which will bring together representatives of a number of states and international organisations in the capital. The presence of the Head of the Pakistani government underscores the importance of Turkmenistan's neutrality and its support at the international level.
Turkmenistan proposes creation of International Pact on Children's Health
11.12.2025Oguljahan Atabayeva, Vice-President for Medical Activities at the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship, proposed the creation of an International Pact on Children's Health. The initiative aims to create a single space of responsibility for states and international organisations for children's health, according to the state news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The proposal was made on 10 December at the International Conference ‘The Role of Women in Modern Society’, held in the ‘Awaza’ National Tourist Zone. Oguljahan Atabayeva noted that Turkmenistan seeks to promote practical initiatives that can strengthen international cooperation mechanisms, including within the framework of the UN. According to her, the future pact should enshrine universal standards of paediatric medicine: vaccination, early diagnosis, rehabilitation, mental health support, as well as countries' access to technology and medical innovations. She stressed that the document would consolidate the efforts of states, international organisations and partners, regardless of socio-economic conditions. The Vice-President of the Foundation also noted the significant role of women in society, highlighting their contribution to working with parliamentarians, young people and local communities, as well as to humanitarian initiatives at the regional and global levels.
Turkmenistan proposes creation of international humanitarian support hub
11.12.2025Oguljahan Atabayeva, Vice-President for Medical Activities at the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship, proposed the creation of an international humanitarian hub to support countries experiencing conflicts, natural disasters, migration crises or social instability. The initiative was presented on 10 December at the International Conference ‘The Role of Women in Modern Society’ held in the ‘Awaza’ National Tourist Zone, according to the publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. According to the Vice-President, such a hub could combine medical and psychological assistance to women and children, rehabilitation, educational programmes, temporary accommodation, humanitarian support and the work of mobile medical teams. Special attention would be paid to the social and legal protection of women in difficult situations. Oguljahan Atabayeva noted that a key element of the project should be an international coordination platform involving UNICEF, WHO, UNDP, charitable foundations and public organisations. She emphasised that humanitarian hubs could become not only a point of assistance, but also a centre for the exchange of experience and training of specialists, forming more rapid and systematic support for women and children in crisis situations.
The Prime Minister of Azerbaijan arrived in Ashgabat to participate in the International Forum
11.12.2025Azerbaijani Prime Minister Ali Asadov has arrived in Ashgabat. He is participating in an International Forum dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's Permanent Neutrality, according to IIC. He was met at the International Airport by official representatives of Turkmenistan. Ali Asadov will take part in the main sessions of the forum and hold bilateral meetings. His visit underscores the sustained cooperation between Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan in the energy, transport, trade, economic and humanitarian spheres.
The Prime Minister of Georgia arrived in Ashgabat to participate in the International Forum
11.12.2025Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze has arrived at Ashgabat International Airport. He is participating in an International Forum dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's Permanent Neutrality, according to IIC. The forum will bring together representatives of various countries, international organisations and the expert community. The agenda includes topics such as peace, security and sustainable development, as well as the role of neutral states in global dialogue. Irakli Kobakhidze's visit highlights the active pace of Georgian-Turkmen contacts and the parties' interest in expanding political and economic cooperation.
The Monument of Neutrality – a reflection of Turkmenistan's peacemaking efforts
11.12.2025The opening of a monument commemorating 30 years of neutrality was held in Ashgabat to mark International Neutrality Day and the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's Permanent Neutral status. This was reported by IIC Turkmenistan. Located in the foothills of the Kopetdag Mountains, the 95-metre-high monument symbolises the country's commitment to the principles of peace, humanism and creativity. The architecture of the structure is unique: it is supported by three columns resembling a traditional hearth stand, or ‘tagan,’ while carpet ornaments from the country's five regions symbolise the unity of the Turkmen tribes. The columns are decorated with bas-reliefs reflecting the history of Turkmenistan from ancient times to the present day. The reconstruction projects were approved by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, who personally supervised the process. Inside the monument, there is a branch of the Museum of Neutrality, where interactive LED screens in Turkmen, English and Russian display documents, photographs and exhibits demonstrating the role of neutrality in ensuring security, peace and international cooperation. The opening of the monument was a symbolic prelude to the International Forum ‘Peace and Trust: Unity of Goals for a Sustainable Future’, which will be held on 12 December with the participation of Heads of State, international organisations and foreign delegations.
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