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Turkmenistan and Turkey discussed the role of neutrality in ensuring global peace
18.05.2025A scientific conference dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality and the proclamation of 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust was held in Alanya, Turkey, on 16 May this year. The event, organised by the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Turkey together with the University of Alanya, gathered representatives of government, science and public. This was reported by the Internet publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The conference was attended by the head of Alanya Municipality Fatih Urkmezer, the rector of the University Professor Aykut Ekinci, as well as representatives of political, scientific and creative circles of Turkey. The participants highlighted Turkmenistan's contribution to strengthening international stability, emphasising the importance of the initiative to declare 2025 the Year of Peace and Trust adopted by the UN General Assembly. As part of the event, a thematic video on Turkmen neutrality was shown and an exhibition of books by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and National Leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov was organised. At the end of the conference, the Embassy of Turkmenistan donated a collection of books in Turkish by Turkmen leaders to the library of the University of Alanya.
The Mejlis of Turkmenistan held a meeting with a delegation from the Islamic Republic of Iran
17.05.2025On 16 May, the Chairman of the Mejlis Dunyagozel Gulmanova held a meeting with the delegation of the Islamic Republic of Iran headed by the Chairman of the Iran-Turkmen Inter-Parliamentary Friendship Group, Chairman of the Construction Commission of the Shura Majlis of Iran Abduljalal Iri. This was reported by the press service of the national parliament. According to the source, within the framework of the meeting the sides paid special attention to the importance of inter-parliamentary partnership in the established relations between the two countries. They also emphasised the importance of working visits of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov to Iran. In addition, special attention was paid to Turkmenistan's initiative to adopt the UN General Assembly Resolution ‘2025 - International Year of Peace and Trust’. The Turkmen side expressed gratitude for supporting this proposal. The sides also exchanged views on the current state of political and diplomatic relations and considered the importance of joint efforts to maintain peace and build confidence between countries and peoples.
The Chairman of the Mejlis met with the Ambassador of Saudi Arabia in Ashgabat
17.05.2025On 16 May 2025, the Chairman of the Mejlis Dunyagozel Gulmanova held a meeting with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Turkmenistan Amer Ali Al-Shehri. This was reported by the press service of the National Parliament. On behalf of the national parliament, the Chairman of the Mejlis congratulated the diplomat on the start of his mission in Turkmenistan and expressed confidence that his activities would contribute to further strengthening of bilateral dialogue and development of cooperation between the two countries. During the conversation, the Ambassador was familiarised with the key directions of Turkmenistan's domestic policy and foreign policy course based on the principles of neutrality, as well as the main aspects of the Mejlis' activity. The dialogue also highlighted mutual interest in sharing experience in lawmaking and parliamentary management, as well as in strengthening humanitarian and cultural ties between the peoples of the two countries. As a result of the meeting, readiness to further strengthen interstate relations on the basis of mutual respect, equality and trust was confirmed.
289 pilgrims from Turkmenistan will travel to Saudi Arabia to perform Hajj
17.05.2025President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed an order allowing 289 pilgrims to travel to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to perform Hajj from 31 May to 23 June 2025. This was reported by state news agency TDH. The Transport and Communications Agency under the Cabinet of Ministers has been instructed to organise a flight to take pilgrims to Saudi Arabia and back at the expense of the ‘Türkmehowaýollary’ Agency.
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov delivered a speech at the international forum in Kazan
17.05.2025The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov delivered a speech at the XVI International Economic Forum ‘Russia - Islamic World: KazanForum 2025’. This is reported by the state news agency TDH. Hero Arkadag expressed gratitude to the Head of the Republic of Tatarstan of the Russian Federation Rustam Minnikhanov for organizing the forum and stressed the importance of dialogue in the changing geo-economic realities. The National Leader of the Turkmen people said that Islamic countries have the potential to become one of the engines of global growth. According to him, Turkmenistan proposes to form an energy, transport and technological belt of Eurasia and promotes the ‘Revival of the Great Silk Road’ strategy. Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty also emphasised the need for coordination in transit, energy and food security. At the end of his speech, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov noted the successful cooperation between Turkmenistan and the Republic of Tatarstan, emphasising the important role of the region in strengthening ties between the Islamic world and Russia.
Hero Arkadag participated in the forum ‘Russia-Islamic World: KazanForum 2025’
17.05.2025The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov made a working visit to the Republic of Tatarstan of the Russian Federation where he took part in the XVI International Economic Forum ‘Russia - Islamic World: KazanForum 2025’ as a guest of honour. This is reported by the state news agency TDH. Special attention in the work of the forum is paid to the issues of digitalisation and expansion of interaction between the countries of the Islamic World and Russia. In his speech at the plenary session, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov outlined Turkmenistan's priorities in foreign economic policy, including the development of energy, logistics and technological projects, called for the creation of a Eurasian energy and transport belt, and stressed the need to consolidate the efforts of Islamic countries in response to global challenges. In addition, Chairman of Khalk Maslakhaty noted the importance of food security, technological co-operation and humanitarian support, including to Afghanistan. The importance of the dialogue with Tatarstan as an example of successful interaction at the interregional level was also stressed. After the forum, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov held a meeting with the Head of the Republic of Tatarstan of the Russian Federation Rustam Minnikhanov. During the conversation, the sides discussed topical issues of bilateral interaction, emphasising the progressive development of Turkmen-Tatarstan ties. Rustam Minnikhanov expressed gratitude for the participation of the Turkmen delegation in the forum ‘Russia - Islamic World: KazanForum 2025’ and noted the significance of the initiatives voiced by Hero Arkadag. He also conveyed warm words to President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. In response, the National Leader of the Turkmen people thanked for the hospitality and expressed confidence that the visit to Tatarstan would serve to strengthen the strategic partnership with Russia. Chairman of Khalk Maslakhaty noted the high international prestige of the forum and the importance of the developing economic and humanitarian co-operation. The sides emphasised the importance of regular contacts at the highest level and expressed satisfaction with the current level of cooperation, including projects in energy, industry and culture. After the official events, the National Leader of the Turkmen people and the Head of the Republic of Tatarstan visited the Galiaskar Kamal Tatar Academic Theatre. Then, the Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty and Rustam Minnikhanov travelled together to the Gabdulla Tuqay Kazan International Airport. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and the Head of Tatarstan bid farewell, exchanging good wishes to the peoples of the two countries. After that, Hero Arkadag boarded the aircraft and left for Turkmenistan.
Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan has a telephone conversation with the President of the Russian Federation
17.05.2025During his working visit to the Republic of Tatarstan, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov had a telephone conversation with the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin. The central topic of discussion was the further development of bilateral cooperation between Turkmenistan and Russia. The news was reported by ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The Russian President expressed sincere gratitude for the participation of the Turkmen delegation in the XVI International Economic Forum ‘Russia-Islamic World: KazanForum 2025’, stressing the importance of this event for strengthening international cooperation. Vladimir Putin also conveyed warm greetings to President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. For his part, Hero Arkadag congratulated the Russian leader on the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War and conveyed greetings from the President of Turkmenistan. During the conversation, both sides noted the dynamic development of bilateral relations based on the principles of mutual trust and strategic partnership. Special attention was paid to the successful cooperation within the framework of international organisations and prospects for further deepening of interaction in key areas.
Turkmenistan and Iran discussed the prospects for inter-parliamentary cooperation
16.05.2025On 16 May, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan hosted talks between Deputy Foreign Minister Akhmet Gurbanov and an Iranian parliamentary delegation headed by Chairman of the Iran-Turkmen Inter-Parliamentary Friendship Group Abdoljalal Iri. This is reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The meeting, held in a warm and constructive atmosphere, was devoted to topical issues of bilateral cooperation. The parties discussed the development of inter-parliamentary dialogue, as well as promising projects in the spheres of energy, transport, trade, culture and education. Special attention was paid to the strengthening of inter-parliamentary ties, including the activities of the friendship group. Summing up the meeting, the sides expressed confidence in the significant potential of Turkmen-Iranian relations based on the traditions of good-neighbourliness and mutual respect. Readiness for further expansion of cooperation in all spheres of mutual interest was noted.
The Embassy of Turkmenistan in Romania held a conference in honour of the 30th anniversary of neutrality
16.05.2025The Embassy of Turkmenistan in Romania and the Petroleum-Gas University of Ploiesti held an international conference ‘30 Years of Turkmenistan's Neutrality - Contribution to Peace and Trust’ on 15 May this year. The event was dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality, officially recognised by the UN, as well as the declaration of 2025 as ‘the International Year of Peace and Trust’. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The conference was attended by diplomats, experts, scientists and students who discussed the importance of neutrality for global stability and sustainable development. Rector of the Petroleum-Gas University of Ploiesti Professor Alin Dinita, who noted the importance of the neutral status for international cooperation, and State Secretary of the Romanian Ministry of Energy Pavel Casian Nitulescu, who emphasised the prospects of energy partnership between the two countries, made welcoming speeches. The keynote speech was delivered by Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Romania Annamammet Annayev. In his speech, he detailed Turkmenistan's foreign policy priorities, emphasising that permanent neutrality serves as a reliable basis for peace-loving diplomacy. Much attention was paid to economic cooperation, in particular, to the promising project of the Caspian Sea-Black Sea transport corridor, which could become an important link in transcontinental freight traffic, connecting Central Asia with Europe. The event ended with a rich cultural programme.
The visit of the National Leader of the Turkmen people to Tatarstan for participation in KazanForum has begun
16.05.2025On 16 April, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov started his working visit to the Republic of Tatarstan of the Russian Federation. The programme of the visit includes participation in the XVI International Economic Forum ‘Russia - Islamic World: KazanForum’, the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan reported. For Turkmenistan, participation in this large-scale event is seen as an important component of multilateral dialogue with the Russian Federation and the countries of the Islamic world, aimed at strengthening long-term partnerships in the political, economic, trade, cultural and humanitarian spheres. The source notes that during the visit of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, meetings with the Russian leadership and representatives of the federal government are planned, which emphasises the high level of interaction between the parties. The forum also includes the international exhibition ‘Russia Halal Expo 2025’, where the national exposition of Turkmenistan traditionally occupies one of the leading places. The visitors are presented with a wide range of products of Turkmen producers, which are characterised by high quality and meet the world standards. The steady growth of exports from Turkmenistan to Russia confirms the high competitiveness of these products in foreign markets. The source notes that the working visit of the Turkmen delegation headed by the National Leader, participation in KazanForum and the planned negotiations are expected to become an important step towards further development of Turkmen-Russian cooperation, as well as strengthening of interaction with Islamic countries on the principles of respect, mutual benefit and partnership.
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan held a meeting with the State Counsellor of Tatarstan
16.05.2025Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to the Russian Federation Esen Aydogdiyev met with State Counsellor of the Republic of Tatarstan Mintimer Shaimiev on 15 May. This was reported by the press service of the Turkmen diplomatic mission. According to the source, within the framework of the meeting E.Aydogdiyev presented M.Shaimiev with gold and silver signs of Turkmenistan ‘300 years of Magtymguly Fragi’ on behalf of President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. This event demonstrates the recognition of M.Shaimiev's contribution to the foundation of friendly ties, as well as economic, cultural and humanitarian cooperation. In addition, E.Aydogdiyev wished the State Counsellor of Tatarstan good health and new successes in his multifaceted political activities on behalf of Serdar Berdimuhamedov and the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov.
Turkmenistan's Ambassador to Malaysia meets with the Mayor of Kuala Lumpur
16.05.2025Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Malaysia Muhammetniyaz Mashalov held a meeting with the Mayor of Kuala Lumpur Dato' Seri Maimunah binti Mohd Sharif on 13 May. This was reported by the press service of the Turkmen diplomatic mission. According to the source, the interlocutors discussed further development of partnership in various areas, including fuel and energy complex, science, education and transport. The presentation of the concept of ‘smart’ city being implemented in Arkadag city was also presented. The Turkmen side noted that environmentally friendly materials are used here and modern technologies are introduced. In turn, the Mayor of Kuala Lumpur praised the quality of infrastructure in Arkadag. At the end of the talks, M.Mashalov invited the interlocutors to visit Turkmenistan and proposed to develop a Memorandum of Understanding to deepen the partnership between the two governments. The sides also expressed commitment to strengthening mutually beneficial co-operation.
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