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A meeting between the Ambassadors of Turkmenistan and the State of Kuwait took place in Dushanbe
05.08.2026On 4 August in Dushanbe, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Tajikistan, A. Gochmyradov, met with the Ambassador of the State of Kuwait, Mohammad Rashid Al-Amiri, who had arrived on a courtesy visit to mark the start of his diplomatic mission. This was reported by the press office of the Turkmen diplomatic mission. The parties noted the steady development of Turkmen-Kuwaiti relations with the support of the leaders of both states. The Kuwaiti Ambassador thanked the Turkmen side for its assistance in ensuring the safe transit of Kuwaiti citizens through Turkmenistan due to the situation in the Middle East. At the same time, Turkmenistan’s commitment to the principles of humanism, good neighbourliness and international cooperation was emphasised. The interlocutors also noted that the opening of the Embassy of the State of Kuwait in Dushanbe creates further opportunities for expanding cooperation in the political-diplomatic, trade-economic and cultural-humanitarian spheres. During the meeting, an exchange of views took place on topical issues on the regional and international agenda. The parties reaffirmed their interest in continuing constructive dialogue. At the conclusion of the meeting, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan briefed the Kuwaiti diplomat on the events dedicated to the 2026 motto ‘Independent Neutral Turkmenistan − the Homeland of Purposeful Winged Horses’ and the 35th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s independence, and presented a book by the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, entitled ‘A Horse – A Symbol of Faithfulness and Happiness’.
An international centre for legal affairs is to be established in Ashgabat
04.08.2026The Ashgabat International Platform on ‘International Law’ is to be established at the Institute of International Relations of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. It will serve as a permanent academic and diplomatic centre for discussing topical issues in international law, according to the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The initiative is being implemented as part of the UN Resolution ‘International Year of International Law, 2028’, adopted at the initiative of Turkmenistan. The Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Foreign Affairs Ministry, R. Meredov, presented the project at a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers. The platform will bring together domestic and foreign experts to exchange experience and conduct research. As part of this initiative, it is planned to hold the annual ‘Ashgabat International Legal Dialogue’, as well as educational programmes for young lawyers, diplomats and researchers.
Turkmenistan is to draw up a policy paper on international law and neutrality
04.08.2026Turkmenistan is to draw up a National Concept entitled ‘International Law and the Permanent Neutrality of Turkmenistan’, which will be submitted to UN Member States as an official document of the Organisation. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. R. Meredov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Foreign Affairs Minister, reported on the preparation of the document at a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers as part of a report on the implementation of the UN General Assembly resolution ‘Year of International Law, 2028’. The concept paper will reflect the interconnection between international law and Turkmenistan’s legal status of permanent neutrality. Between 2026 and 2028, a series of forums and expert meetings involving national and international specialists are planned in the country to prepare the programme and finalise the list of participants for the 2028 international forum.
Ashgabat will host the World Forum on International Law in 2028
04.08.2026In 2028, Ashgabat will host the High-Level World Forum on International Law, at the conclusion of which it is planned to adopt the Ashgabat Declaration. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. At a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers, Deputy Prime Minister and Head of the Foreign Affairs Ministry R. Meredov reported on preparations for the event, presenting to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov plans for the Year of International Law, proclaimed by the UN. The forum will take place with the support and participation of the United Nations. It will be attended by state representatives, diplomats and legal experts. Participants will consider the draft Ashgabat Declaration, which aims to reaffirm the role of international law in ensuring peace, security and sustainable development.
Turkmenistan and Thailand are expanding their political and diplomatic cooperation
04.08.2026On 31 July, during a working visit to the Kingdom of Thailand, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Malaysia, Muhammetniyaz Mashalov, held a meeting with Ms Urasa Mongkolnavin, Director-General of the Department of South Asian, Middle Eastern and African Affairs at the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Thailand. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden Age’. The parties discussed the development of political and diplomatic cooperation, the preparation of high-level visits, the holding of political consultations, as well as cooperation in the fields of trade and economics, transport and logistics, investment, culture and humanitarian affairs, education and tourism. Following the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their readiness for further cooperation within the framework of the UN and other international organisations.
The text of the UN resolution on the International Year of Law 2028 has been published
04.08.2026The website of the State Information Agency TDH has published the text of the UN General Assembly resolution ‘International Year of Law, 2028’, adopted at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly. The document emphasises the role of international law, including the UN Charter, in maintaining peace, security and fostering cooperation between states. The Resolution proclaims 2028 as the Year of International Law and calls on UN Member States to organise activities aimed at promoting legal education, knowledge-sharing and capacity-building in this field. It also highlights the need to expand access to information on international law through digital platforms and multilingual resources, as well as to engage young people and women in relevant initiatives. The document reflects Turkmenistan’s initiative to host the High-Level World Forum on International Law in Ashgabat in 2028. It is planned that the Ashgabat Declaration will be adopted following the forum.
The EU and Turkmenistan have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening their partnership
04.08.2026Beata Peksa, the European Union’s Ambassador to Turkmenistan, and Nazar Agahanov, the Minister of Trade and Foreign Economic Relations of Turkmenistan, discussed the development of bilateral cooperation. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The parties noted the positive momentum and mutually beneficial nature of the relationship between the EU and Turkmenistan, particularly in the areas of trade, economic development and business relations. Following the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their interest in further strengthening the partnership and expanding opportunities for cooperation. It was previously reported that Beata Peksa is concluding her tenure as EU Ambassador to Turkmenistan.
A delegation from Turkmenistan held a meeting with the Governor of Limburg
03.08.2026In Maastricht, a delegation from Turkmenistan, led by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers T. Atahallyev, held a meeting with the King’s Commissioner and Governor of the Province of Limburg, Emile Roemer. This was reported by the press office of the Turkmen diplomatic mission. During the meeting, the Turkmen side presented the concept and the stages of preparation for an international event to be held on 4–6 September 2026 at the Peelbergen Equestrian Centre in the province of Limburg. The parties discussed organisational matters relating to the event dedicated to Ahal-Teke horses, as well as issues concerning cooperation with local authorities and relevant provincial bodies. T. Atahallyev invited Emile Roemer and representatives of the Limburg administration to attend the event as guests of honour. The governor confirmed his willingness to assist with its organisation. Particular attention was paid to the development of inter-regional cooperation between the province of Limburg and one of Turkmenistan’s velayats. Potential areas for cooperation included trade, the economy and investment, industry, agriculture, science, education, culture and tourism. The parties expressed their interest in further strengthening ties between Turkmenistan and the province of Limburg, as well as in implementing joint projects and exchanging expertise.
A conference on the UN General Assembly resolution was held at the MFA of Turkmenistan
03.08.2026On 2 August, a conference was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan to mark the adoption by the United Nations General Assembly of the Resolution ‘International Year of Law, 2028’, which was initiated by Turkmenistan. This was reported by the press office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The event was attended by senior officials and staff of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, representatives of the academic community and higher education institutions – including the Turkmenistan Institute of State, Law and Democracy, the Magtymguly Turkmen State University, the International University for the Humanities and Development, and the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs – as well as students. Participants noted that the resolution was adopted by consensus on 24 July at the 106th plenary meeting of the current session of the UN General Assembly. The document was co-sponsored by 78 states. The initiative to declare 2028 the Year of International Law had previously been put forward by the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, at the anniversary session of the UN General Assembly. R. Meredov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, emphasised in his address the significance of the adopted resolution and called for the implementation of the measures it envisages. It was reported that the relevant proposals had been submitted to the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, at a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers and had been approved. As part of the implementation of the resolution, it is planned to draw up a draft National Action Plan for 2026–2028 and a National Concept on ‘International Law and the Permanent Neutrality of Turkmenistan’. Speakers highlighted Turkmenistan’s commitment to the principles of international law, permanent neutrality, peaceful coexistence and good-neighbourliness, as well as its contribution to strengthening regional and global stability. During the conference, congratulations were also extended to the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, and to the National Leader of the Turkmen people, the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Hero-Arkadag, on the adoption by the UN General Assembly of the resolution ‘Year of International Law, 2028’.
Turkmenistan has set out the agenda for the Central Asian and Azerbaijan summit in Awaza
03.08.2026At an informal consultative meeting of the leaders of the Central Asian countries and Azerbaijan in Cholpon-Ata, the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, outlined the main points of the agenda for the forthcoming summit, which is to be held on 8 October 2026 in the ‘Awaza’ National Tourist Zone. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. According to the Head of State, Ashgabat has already sent a draft agenda to its partners. The document includes five main areas of cooperation. The first concerns regional and international security, political and diplomatic cooperation, trade and the economy, energy and transport. The second area relates to the environment. Discussions are planned on environmental protection, adaptation to climate change, the rational use of the waters of the Amu Darya and Syr Darya rivers, and the restoration of the Aral Sea. A separate section will be devoted to humanitarian cooperation. This will cover cultural, educational and scientific ties, as well as youth and student exchanges. Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted the relevance of the proposed topics for all participating states. The summit at ‘Awaza’ is also set to be accompanied by international forums and cultural events.
‘Awaza’ will host a summit of leaders from Central Asia and Azerbaijan
03.08.2026The President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, took part in an informal consultative meeting of the leaders of the Central Asian countries and Azerbaijan, which took place in Cholpon-Ata (Kyrgyz Republic). This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. During the meeting, the Head of State announced that the next summit in this format would take place on 8 October 2026 in the ‘Awaza’ National Tourist Zone. Serdar Berdimuhamedov stated that Turkmenistan was ready to ensure the necessary organisational standards for the upcoming event. Appropriate measures are already being taken in the country to prepare for it. The summit in Awaza will aim to further strengthen cooperation between the countries of Central Asia and Azerbaijan, develop political dialogue and expand economic ties.
Rashid Meredov presented a report on the work of the MFA of Turkmenistan for January–July
03.08.2026At a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan on 1 August, the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Rashid Meredov, presented a report on the activities of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for January–July 2026. This was reported by TDH. Over the course of seven months, the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, undertook visits to the United States, China, Austria, the Republic of Tatarstan in the Russian Federation, the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland, as well as Iran. The President of Turkmenistan paid visits to Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Kyrgyzstan. As part of Turkmenistan’s chairmanship of the CIS in 2026, meetings of the Commonwealth’s relevant bodies were held in the country, including a meeting of the heads of government of the CIS states on 22 May in Ashgabat. During the reporting period, 428 foreign delegations arrived in Turkmenistan, whilst 761 delegations were sent abroad. A total of 287 meetings at various levels were held via video conferencing, and 1,376 official negotiations and meetings involving foreign states and international organisations were organised. The international legal framework was expanded with the addition of 137 documents. Work also continued on holding political consultations with the foreign ministries of other countries. The Minister for Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan held talks with the heads of the UN, the FAO, the EBRD, the International Maritime Organisation and the Organisation for the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty. Between January and July 2026, Turkmenistan accepted the credentials of new Ambassadors Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary from a number of states, as well as those of the UN Resident Coordinator in the country. Diplomatic representatives of Turkmenistan also took up their duties following the presentation of their credentials in foreign states and international organisations. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasised the importance of further developing Turkmenistan’s cooperation with countries around the world and international organisations. The Minister for Foreign Affairs has been instructed to continue work on expanding external relations and to ensure preparations for upcoming international events.
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