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Turkmen and German companies signed several partnership agreements
03.11.2025Turkmen and German companies have signed a number of agreements in the fields of consulting, logistics, and the supply of agricultural and construction equipment. The documents were signed on 30–31 October in Frankfurt am Main as part of Turkmenistan's Economy Days, according to the news website Asmannews. The forum, organised by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan and ‘TMT Consulting Group’, brought together more than 50 German companies, banks and industrial associations, as well as 51 Turkmen firms and representatives of state structures. Among the contracts signed were a cooperation agreement between ‘Erbaeher+Kolb GmbH’ and ‘Eminli Maslahat’, as well as deals between ‘MÜSIAD Hessen’, ‘Asset Capital’ and ‘Bey International FDI’ with ‘TMT Consulting Group’. The German company ‘SKM Logistics and Trade GmbH’ signed an agreement with ‘Döwrebap Ulag Merkezi’, and manufacturers ‘John Deere’, ‘Wirtgen Group’ and ‘Zeppelin Baumaschinen’ signed contracts with their Turkmen partners ‘Ojar Aziýa’ and ‘Ýaş Syýahat’. The forum programme included plenary sessions, B2B and B2G meetings, discussions on investment, transport and logistics corridors, energy cooperation, digital transformation and the ‘green’ economy. Participants also visited industrial enterprises in Germany.
The President of Turkmenistan held a meeting with the Chairman of ‘Çalık Holding’
03.11.2025During his working trip to the Balkan velayat, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with Ahmet Çalık, Chairman of the Board of Directors of ‘Çalık Holding’, according to the news website Asmannews. The parties discussed the development of Turkmen-Turkish cooperation and joint projects in energy, construction, textiles and other industries. Particular attention was paid to the construction of a combined cycle power plant on the Caspian Sea coast for the export of electricity, as well as a urea plant with a capacity of 1.155 million tonnes per year in the Balkan velayat. Ahmet Çalık thanked the President of Turkmenistan for his trust and confirmed ‘Çalık Holding’s readiness to continue working on infrastructure and industrial projects in Turkmenistan.
Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the Head of ‘Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.’
03.11.2025During his working visit to Balkan velayat, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with Eisaku Ito, Chief Executive Officer of ‘Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.’, according to the news website Asmannews. The parties discussed current cooperation and prospects for partnership between Turkmenistan and Japan in the industrial, energy and chemical sectors, noting the conditions for the implementation of new projects. The President of Turkmenistan emphasised the importance of the industrial complex under construction in Turkmenbashi for the country's economy. Eisaku Ito expressed his gratitude for the meeting and confirmed the company's readiness to fulfil its obligations on time. At the end of the meeting, Serdar Berdimuhamedov wished him success and noted the importance of complying with environmental standards and applying modern technologies in the construction of facilities.
The Minister of Culture of Turkmenistan presented the country's position at the UNESCO session
03.11.2025Minister of Culture of Turkmenistan Atageldi Shamyradov spoke on 31 October at the plenary session of the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand, according to the online news resource TerraNews. He noted the symbolism of holding the forum outside Paris for the first time in more than 40 years and stressed that the choice of Samarkand reflects UNESCO's desire to strengthen cultural dialogue between peoples. A. Shamyradov stressed that cooperation with UNESCO is one of the priorities of Turkmenistan's foreign policy, based on neutrality and equal partnership. The Minister recalled that there are over a thousand historical and cultural monuments registered in Turkmenistan, including three sites included in the World Heritage List: Ancient Merv, Kunya-Urgench and Nisa. He also announced Turkmenistan's nomination to the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of UNESCO for the period 2026–2030 and noted the development of cooperation on UNESCO programmes, including UNITWIN, Man and the Biosphere, Memory of the World and the Creative Cities Network. In conclusion, the Minister confirmed Turkmenistan's readiness to continue to actively participate in UNESCO's mission to strengthen peace and mutual understanding.
Ashgabat and Islamabad discussed opportunities for energy cooperation
02.11.2025A meeting with a Pakistani delegation led by Senator Naseema Ehsan, Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Delegated Legislation, was held at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Islamabad, reports the online news resource TerraNews. The Turkmen side presented the country's foreign policy priorities, its energy potential and its role as a logistics centre on Eurasian transport routes. Discussions focused on the visit of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov to Afghanistan and the new phase of the TAPI gas pipeline – the Serhetabat-Herat section (‘Arkadagyň ak ýoly’), as well as the TAP power line, which are important for Pakistan's energy security, especially in Balochistan. Pakistan has confirmed its interest in expanding cooperation in energy, trade and transport. The parties agreed to continue joint projects and strengthen bilateral partnership.
Turkmenistan and IRENA strengthen cooperation in the field of renewable energy
02.11.2025A meeting was held in Abu Dhabi between Bayram Bayramov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to the UAE, and Francesco La Camera, Director-General of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). This was reported by the online news resource TerraNews. The negotiations were held within the framework of the 30th meeting of the IRENA Council. Francesco La Camera congratulated Bayram Bayramov on his appointment and wished him success in his future diplomatic activities. During the meeting, the parties discussed the prospects for cooperation between Turkmenistan and IRENA, as well as the agency's participation in the upcoming Neutrality forum to be held in Ashgabat. The Head of IRENA confirmed his intention to participate in this event.
Turkmenistan and Kuwait discussed expanding cooperation in the UAE
02.11.2025On 29 October, Bayram Bayramov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to the UAE, held a meeting with Jamal Al Ghunaim, Ambassador of Kuwait to the UAE. This was reported by the press service of the Turkmen diplomatic mission. During the conversation, the parties focused on strengthening bilateral relations between Turkmenistan and Kuwait, developing cooperation in the trade, investment and cultural spheres, and exchanged views on current regional and international issues. Particular attention was paid to Kuwait's participation in the upcoming International Forum in Ashgabat dedicated to the Year of Peace and Trust.
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Belgium held a meeting with the Ambassador of South Africa
02.11.2025Sapar Palvanov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Belgium, met with Tokozile Xasa, Ambassador of the Republic of South Africa to Belgium. The parties discussed the development of bilateral cooperation, according to the online news resource TerraNews. The meeting was also attended by Mouctar Bah, President of Brussels-Africa Hub. The parties discussed cooperation in energy, agriculture, logistics and port management. S. Palvanov highlighted Turkmenistan's projects in the field of renewable energy, while the South African Ambassador emphasised the opportunities for technology exchange. Business missions between the countries, preparations for the G20 summit in South Africa and energy security events were discussed. It was also proposed to create a new format for dialogue between the ambassadors of African and Central Asian countries in Brussels to strengthen interregional cooperation.
Turkmenistan promotes cultural cooperation at UNESCO session
02.11.2025A delegation from Turkmenistan, under the headship of the country's Minister of Culture Atageldi Shamyradov, is participating in the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference, which is being held in Samarkand from 30 October to 13 November. This was reported by the press service of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The opening of the conference was attended by Chynar Rustemova, Executive Secretary of the National Commission of Turkmenistan for UNESCO, Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan to UNESCO, Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Turkmenistan to France Maksat Charyev, and Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador to Uzbekistan Shadurdy Meredov. The meetings discussed issues related to youth support, peacebuilding, digital integration of cultures, sustainable tourism development and heritage preservation, as well as the exchange of experience between national commissions. In his speech, Minister of Culture A. Shamyradov emphasised the role of the National Commission of Turkmenistan and international cooperation in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, noting that the country's participation in UNESCO contributes to strengthening mutual understanding between peoples and promoting common educational, scientific and cultural initiatives.
Serdar Berdimuhamedov congratulated Algeria on Revolution Day
02.11.2025President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent congratulations to President of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria Abdelmadjid Tebboune and the entire Algerian people on the occasion of the national holiday, Revolution Day. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. In his message, the President of Turkmenistan wished President Abdelmadjid Tebboune good health and happiness, and the people of the country peace, prosperity and further progress.
Turkmenistan's transport sector showed growth over the first 10 months of 2025
02.11.2025On 31 October, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Mammethan Chakyev presented a report on the activities of subordinate structures for January–October 2025 at a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The growth rate of work performed and services rendered by the transport and communications complex was 113%. The plan for freight transportation was fulfilled by 100.6%, and for passenger transportation by 105%. Individual indicators by department: Ministry of Rail Transport – 106%, Ministry of Road Transport – 113.1%, Turkmenistan Airlines – 110.3%, Sea and River Transport – 108.6%, Ministry of Communications – 120%. After hearing the report, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasised the importance of modernising the transport sector, improving the quality of services and introducing digital services, instructing the Deputy Prime Minister to take measures to increase passenger and freight traffic volumes.
Turkmenistan and Palestine discussed strengthening interparliamentary cooperation
02.11.2025On 31 October, Chairwoman of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan Dunyagozel Gulmanova held a meeting with Palestinian Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Turkmenistan Rana Abu Hijleh. This was reported by the press service of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan. D. Gulmanova congratulated the diplomat on her appointment and expressed confidence in the further strengthening of friendly and partnership relations between the two countries. During the conversation, the parties discussed the priorities of Turkmenistan's domestic and foreign policy, the role of parliament in supporting social and economic reforms, as well as the country's initiatives aimed at strengthening peace and stability. The Ambassador expressed her gratitude to the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, and the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, for their humanitarian assistance to Palestine, emphasising that this gesture had become a symbol of friendship and trust between the peoples. The interlocutors exchanged views on the prospects for bilateral cooperation, noting the importance of developing political, parliamentary and humanitarian contacts. It was also proposed to intensify interaction between relevant committees, as well as young and female parliamentarians, to further strengthen the partnership.
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