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Turkmenistan and Italy discussed cooperation at a conference in Rome
29.11.2025On 25 November, a conference organised by the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Italian Republic in conjunction with the Italian Institute for Asia (ISIA) was held at Palazzo Valentini. The Turkmen delegation, under the leadership of President of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan, A. Ashirov, presented events dedicated to the 30th anniversary of permanent neutrality, the 34th anniversary of Turkmenistan's independence, and the declaration of 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust. This was reported by the press service of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. On the sidelines of the conference, a collection of poems by Magtymguly Pyragy was presented in Italian. Diplomats, representatives of state structures and scientific circles of Italy participated in the event. Reports were made by the President of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan A. Ashirov, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Italy T. Komekov, Deputy Director of the Magtymguly Institute of Language, Literature and National Manuscripts H. Durdyev. The Italian side was represented by ISIA President M. Morgoni, ISIA Secretary General D. Palmieri, Capitoline Assembly Advisor F. Santori, and Deputy for Culture, Science and Education I. Manzi. The speakers drew attention to the upcoming International Forum, which will be held on 12 December 2025 in Ashgabat and will be dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust, International Neutrality Day and the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality. A separate section was devoted to the work of Magtymguly Pyragy. It was noted that the publication of 130 poems by the poet in Italian was the result of the work of Italian Orientalists with the advisory support of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan and reflects the active humanitarian cooperation between the two countries. On the same day, the Turkmen delegation held meetings with the Head of the Cultural Heritage Department of Rome, Claudio Parisi Presicce, Senator Francesco Verducci of the Standing Committee on Education and Cultural Heritage of the Senate of the Republic, and Gianluigi Consoli, First Deputy Minister for Science and Innovation of the Ministry of Universities and Research of Italy.
Turkmenistan and Qatar held the third meeting of the intergovernmental commission in Doha
28.11.2025On 26–27 November, the third meeting of the Turkmen-Qatari Inter-governmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation was held in Doha. The meeting brought together representatives of government agencies and business circles of the two countries, according to the press service of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The meeting was chaired by Nazar Agahanov, Minister of Trade and Foreign Economic Relations of Turkmenistan, and Ahmed bin Mohammed Al-Sayed, Minister of State for Foreign Trade at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry of the State of Qatar. Before the main part of the meeting, the ministers held a separate meeting where they discussed areas for developing the partnership, paying particular attention to trade and economic issues. The agenda of the meeting covered issues of cooperation in the political, diplomatic, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres. The parties emphasised the importance of the commission for the implementation of the agreements reached and the coordination of promising areas of cooperation. The participants reviewed the current status of projects in trade, transport and logistics, oil and gas and industrial sectors, agriculture, water resources, investment and banking. They also discussed the implementation of the decisions of the previous meeting. Separately, the parties exchanged views on cooperation in science, education, culture, healthcare, sports, tourism and ecology. Following the meeting, the Protocol of the third meeting of the Turkmen-Qatari Inter-governmental Commission was signed. The parties confirmed their readiness to continue regular consultations and expand dialogue.
Turkmenistan and Sri Lanka discussed preparations for an international forum
28.11.2025On 27 November, Turkmenistan's Foreign Affairs Minister Rashid Meredov had a phone conversation with Sri Lanka's Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath. This was reported by the press service of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The parties discussed the development of bilateral relations in areas of mutual interest and noted effective cooperation within international organisations, primarily the UN. Special attention was paid to the International Forum, which will be held in Turkmenistan on 12 December 2025 and will be dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the country's permanent neutrality, the International Year of Peace and Trust, and the International Day of Neutrality.
The Heads of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan and Croatia discussed cooperation
28.11.2025On 27 November, a phone conversation was held between Rashid Meredov, Foreign Affairs Minister of Turkmenistan, and Gordan Grlić Radman, Foreign Affairs Minister of the Republic of Croatia. This was reported by the press service of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The interlocutors discussed bilateral cooperation and interaction in multilateral formats, including the EU and the UN. The effectiveness of Grlić-Radman's visit to Ashgabat in October, where he met with President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, was noted. The ministers also exchanged views on the preparations for the International Forum, which will be held on 12 December 2025 in Ashgabat and will be dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality, the International Year of Peace and Trust, and the International Day of Neutrality.
Turkmenistan participated in the Women Leaders Dialogue meeting in Dushanbe
28.11.2025On 25 November, representatives of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan participated in the final meeting of the Dialogue of Women of Central Asia 2025, which took place in Dushanbe. This was reported by IIC. The participants reviewed reports on projects related to the promotion of gender equality and support for women and girls within the framework of the Sustainable Development Goals. The Turkmen delegation emphasised the importance of the UN General Assembly Resolution proclaiming 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust. The strengthening of the role of women in the political, economic and social spheres of the country was also noted. The meeting recalled the contribution of the UN Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia, based in Ashgabat, to the development of regional cooperation on topical issues.
The President of Turkmenistan conveyed his condolences to the President of the People's Republic of China
28.11.2025President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov expressed his condolences to Chinese President Xi Jinping over the fire in a Hong Kong residential complex that killed and injured people. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The Head of State conveyed words of support on behalf of the people, the Government of Turkmenistan and himself personally. The President wished the victims a speedy recovery and expressed his condolences to the families of those who died.
Turkmenistan and India discussed bilateral cooperation
28.11.2025On 27 November, Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister of Turkmenistan Ahmet Gurbanov met with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of India to Turkmenistan Bandaru Wilsonbabu. This was reported by the press service of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The parties emphasised the friendly nature of Turkmen-Indian relations and productive cooperation in politics, trade, economics and culture. The importance of high-level contacts for the development of bilateral relations was noted. The Diplomats discussed cooperation between the countries in international organisations, including the UN, and highlighted the significance of the upcoming International Forum on Peace and Trust and the conference ‘The Role of Women in Modern Society: Developing International Cooperation for Sustainable Development’ in December.
The Chairwoman of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan held a meeting with the Ambassador of India
28.11.2025On 26 November, the Chairwoman of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan, Dunyagozel Gulmanova, held a meeting with the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of India to Turkmenistan, Bandaru Wilsonbabu. This was reported by the press service of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan. During the conversation, the parties discussed the further development of bilateral relations, congratulated the diplomat on his appointment and noted the importance of cooperation in the political, economic, educational and scientific spheres. The parties emphasised the priorities of Turkmenistan's peaceful and humane policy, achievements in national education and training of young specialists, interest in learning Hindi and opportunities for exchange of experience in legislative and parliamentary activities. During the meeting, the participation of Turkmen parliamentarians in a training seminar in New Delhi under the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) programme was noted, which contributes to the strengthening of inter-parliamentary ties and the expansion of cooperation between the countries.
The Heads of the MFA of Turkmenistan and Angola discussed cooperation
27.11.2025Turkmenistan's Foreign Affairs Minister Rashid Meredov held a telephone conversation with the Foreign Affairs Minister of the Republic of Angola, Tete Antonio. This was reported by the press service of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The parties discussed further development of cooperation in areas of mutual interest. They highlighted cooperation in international organisations, including the UN, where the states support each other's initiatives. They also discussed preparations for the International Forum on Peace and Trust, which will be held on 12 December in Ashgabat.
Turkmenistan and Saudi Arabia discussed preparations for the peace forum to be held in Ashgabat
27.11.2025A phone conversation was held on 26 November between Rashid Meredov, Foreign Affairs Minister of Turkmenistan, and Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Foreign Affairs Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This was reported by the press service of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The parties noted the consistent development of bilateral relations and emphasised the importance of ongoing political dialogue at the highest level. The Ministers of Foreign Affairs discussed key areas of cooperation in the political, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres. Special attention was paid to cooperation in multilateral formats, including the UN and the OIC. The main topic of conversation was the preparation for the International Forum on Peace and Trust, which will be held on 12 December in Ashgabat.
Ilham Aliyev expressed gratitude to the President of Turkmenistan
27.11.2025President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev sent a letter to President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. The Azerbaijani Head of State noted the importance of cooperation with Central Asian countries based on common historical and cultural ties, TDH reports. Ilham Aliyev thanked Serdar Berdimuhamedov for supporting the decision to include Azerbaijan in the Consultative Meeting of Central Asian Heads of State as a full member. This decision was made at the 7th meeting of regional leaders in Tashkent. According to him, Baku's participation confirms the friendly nature of relations and opens up opportunities for expanding cooperation. The letter emphasises that the consultations and decisions of the meeting demonstrated the desire of the states of the region to develop cooperation in politics, economics, transport, energy, security and the humanitarian sphere. Ilham Aliyev expressed confidence that the results of the meeting will strengthen multilateral partnership, reinforce ties between countries and support sustainable development in the region. In conclusion, the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan wished the President of Turkmenistan good health and success, and the people of the country peace and prosperity.
Valentina Matvienko confirmed her readiness to expand dialogue with Turkmenistan
27.11.2025Valentina Matvienko, Chairwoman of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation, sent a letter to Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan. She thanked him for the message conveyed by Oguljahan Atabayeva, Vice-President of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation, AsmanNews reported. Valentina Matviyenko emphasised the importance of interparliamentary cooperation, which has become an important part of bilateral political dialogue. According to her, the visit of the delegation of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan to Russia in November 2025 strengthened this cooperation. The Chairwoman of the Federation Council also noted Turkmenistan's successes in the international arena and emphasised the role of the policy of permanent neutrality in strengthening regional and global stability. The letter contains wishes for success in preparing for the International Forum, which will be held in Ashgabat on 12 December 2025. Valentina Matvienko expressed her confidence that the event would promote the ideas of Peace and Trust. In conclusion, she noted the importance of friendly relations between the parties and wished the Hero Arkadag health and success.
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