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Turkmenistan and the UN discussed issues of preventive diplomacy and humanitarian cooperation
14.06.2025On 14 June, a working meeting was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan between Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov and Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General, Head of the UN Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (UNRCCA) Kaha Imnadze. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. During the talks, the parties discussed the prospects for Turkmenistan's participation in the UNRCCA's programmes and projects aimed at strengthening stability and security in the Central Asian region. Particular attention was paid to preparations for the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, where Turkmenistan traditionally puts forward constructive initiatives. The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan emphasised his country's commitment to the principles of preventive diplomacy and the importance of a multilateral approach to resolving regional issues. The parties also noted the significance of Turkmenistan's humanitarian activities based on the ideals of international solidarity and support. The meeting confirmed Turkmenistan's active position in implementing the UN's goals and its readiness to further strengthen cooperation with the UN Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy.
Turkmenistan continues to provide assistance to passengers and crews of foreign flights
14.06.2025In accordance with its status of permanent neutrality and the norms of international law, Turkmenistan responded promptly to the situation with detained international flights. Aircraft from various airlines, including FlyDubai (UAE), Jazeera Airways (Kuwait) and S7 Airlines (Russia), carrying citizens of many countries, were accepted at Ashgabat airport. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The Turkmen side provided all passengers with full meals three times a day and necessary medical care. Comfortable conditions were created for the crew members to rest in full compliance with international civil aviation standards. These actions are yet another confirmation of Turkmenistan's commitment to the principles of humanism and international solidarity. The country continues to demonstrate its readiness to provide practical assistance and support in difficult situations, strengthening its reputation as a responsible member of the international community.
Turkmenistan and Russia discussed the development of strategic partnership
14.06.2025On 14 June, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan between the Head of the foreign ministry, Rashid Meredov, and the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to Turkmenistan, Ivan Volynkin. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. During the talks, the parties discussed prospects for further development of the strategic partnership between Turkmenistan and Russia. Particular attention was paid to the recent telephone conversation between the foreign ministers of the two countries, which allowed them to coordinate their positions on key issues of cooperation. The diplomats also discussed preparations for the upcoming visit of Russian Foreign Affairs Minister Sergey Lavrov to Turkmenistan, which will be an important step in strengthening bilateral ties. The humanitarian component of cooperation was noted separately. In particular, the Russian diplomat expressed gratitude to Turkmenistan for its prompt assistance in organising the emergency landing of a Russian S7 Airlines airliner flying from Novosibirsk to Dubai. The Turkmen side provided 170 passengers, including 22 children and 10 crew members, with everything they needed: food, drinks, medical assistance and comfortable conditions for their temporary stay. On the same day, the Russian Ambassador sent letters of gratitude to the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, and the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, in which he highly appreciated the humanity and efficiency of the Turkmen authorities in this situation.
Turkmenistan and Iran discussed regional security and bilateral cooperation
14.06.2025On 14 June, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan between the Head of the foreign ministry, Rashid Meredov, and the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Turkmenistan, Ali Mojtaba Ruzbehani. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. During the meeting, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan expressed concern over the escalation of tensions in the Middle East. Emphasising Turkmenistan's commitment to the principles of neutrality and the UN Charter, he noted the inadmissibility of the use of force in the settlement of international disputes. The Iranian ambassador informed the Turkmen side of Tehran's position on current events in the region. Both sides agreed that any conflicts should be resolved exclusively by diplomatic means based on international law. The Iranian diplomat expressed special gratitude for the prompt humanitarian assistance provided by Turkmenistan to the official Iranian delegation travelling through Turkmenistan after visiting one of the neighbouring countries. The meeting confirmed the mutual interest of the two countries in strengthening regional stability and developing bilateral cooperation.
Youth dialogue between Turkmenistan and other Central Asian countries recognised by the UN
14.06.2025A landmark event took place at the UN headquarters in New York – the Appeal of the participants of the Second Meeting of the Central Asian Youth Dialogue was officially published as a document of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly and Security Council. This step underscores the growing importance of the region's youth agenda at the global level. This was reported by the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. The event, held as part of the ECOSOC Youth Forum, was timed to coincide with the 10th anniversary of the historic UN Security Council Resolution 2250, which recognised for the first time the key role of youth in maintaining peace. Under the slogan ‘Voices of Youth for Peace and Trust’, the forum brought together representatives from 43 countries, including delegations from international organisations, youth movements and leading universities. The Appeal adopted at the end of the meeting reflects the unified position of Central Asian youth on pressing global challenges. The document emphasises the importance of implementing the UN Sustainable Development Goals, notes the contribution of Turkmenistan's neutral status to ensuring regional stability and calls for greater youth participation in decision-making processes. The document pays special attention to the upcoming Youth Forum in Turkmenistan's ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone, which will be held in August 2025 as part of the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries. This event is seen as a key platform for strengthening international youth cooperation. The publication of the Appeal as an official UN document confirms the growing role of Central Asian youth in global processes and demonstrates recognition of Turkmenistan's peacekeeping initiatives on the international stage.
Turkmenistan and Korea strengthen information partnership
14.06.2025On 12 June, representatives of the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Republic of Korea met with Lee Jon-young, publisher and editor-in-chief of the English-language Korean publication ‘Diplomacy Journal’. This was reported by the news agency Orient. During the meeting, they discussed the preparation of a special article on Turkmenistan and opportunities for further information cooperation. The importance of strengthening Turkmen-Korean ties and upcoming events dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality and the International Year of Peace and Trust was emphasised separately. Following the meeting, Lee Jon-young confirmed that the topics discussed would be covered in the next issue of ‘Diplomacy Journal’.
The Mejlis of Turkmenistan is preparing laws within the framework of socio-economic development
14.06.2025On 13 June, during a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers, the Chairwoman of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan, Dunyagozel Gulmanova, reported on the activities of the national parliament, in particular on the preparation of draft laws in accordance with the country's socio-economic development programmes. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. These initiatives cover various areas, from economics and politics to culture. At the same time, work is underway to strengthen ties with parliaments of other countries and international organisations. In this context, meetings were held with delegations from the Senate of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan and the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe. During the talks, issues of parliamentary partnership and legislative cooperation were discussed. Representatives of the Mejlis also took part in a number of meetings and seminars organised by state bodies in conjunction with international structures. In addition, deputies made working visits to Dushanbe (Tajikistan) and Sarajevo (Bosnia and Herzegovina). Summarising the information, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasised the importance of further work on the preparation of draft laws aimed at ensuring the socio-economic progress of the country.
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan took part in the parliamentary dialogue between Central Asia and South Korea
14.06.2025The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Korea, Begench Durdyev, took part in a meeting of ambassadors from Central Asian countries with the chairmen of parliamentary friendship groups operating between the Republic of Korea and the Central Asian states. This was reported by the news agency Orient. The participants emphasised the key role of inter-parliamentary dialogue in strengthening cooperation between the countries of Central Asia and South Korea in the political, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres. As part of the event, a separate bilateral meeting was held between the Ambassador of Turkmenistan and the Chairman of the Korea-Turkmenistan Parliamentary Friendship Group, Choe Hyon Do. The sides confirmed their mutual commitment to further developing constructive bilateral relations, especially in the field of parliamentary cooperation. The Ambassador provided detailed information on the events being held in Turkmenistan in connection with the proclamation of 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust, as well as on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality. At the end of the meeting, the diplomat expressed hope that a high-level Korean delegation would participate in the International Forum to be held in Ashgabat in December. The sides also discussed opportunities for strengthening inter-parliamentary dialogue within the framework of the ‘Central Asia – Republic of Korea’ format.
Representatives of Turkmenistan contributed to the work of the regional forum in Bishkek
14.06.2025The Second Forum of Think Tanks of the Republic of Korea and Central Asian Countries was held in Bishkek, during which Turkmenistan presented a comprehensive approach to key regional challenges. The focus was on energy stability, climate sustainability and the development of transregional logistics, according to Orient. According to the source, representatives of Turkmenistan took an active part in the panel sessions, demonstrating the country's strategic priorities and readiness for constructive dialogue. Bekdurdy Amansaryev, an employee of the Centre for Strategic Studies at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, identified energy as the cornerstone of sustainable development in the region. With the world's fourth largest natural gas reserves, Turkmenistan is actively promoting initiatives to modernise the gas industry, develop renewable energy sources and international cooperation, especially with the Republic of Korea within the framework of the K-Silk Road project. Special attention was paid to gas diplomacy: Turkmenistan supplies over 30 billion cubic metres of gas to China annually, thereby reducing global emissions. Diversification of routes, including through the Caspian Sea and the South Caucasus, and the completion of the Turkmen section of the TAPI gas pipeline are also being discussed. The country is also increasing electricity exports as part of the TAP project. Dovletmurat Mamedov, a lecturer at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, drew attention to cross-border climate threats. He spoke about reforms in water management, methane emission reduction targets and the development of a legal framework for renewable energy. Turkmenistan proposed to host a Regional Climate Technology Centre in the country. Senior lecturer Osman Hemzaev presented Turkmenistan's transport initiatives, including the Kazakhstan-Turkmenistan-Iran and CASCA+ corridors. The importance of multimodal routes through the Caspian Sea for access to European and Asian markets was emphasised. The forum reaffirmed Turkmenistan's commitment to deepening its partnership with the Republic of Korea and contributing to the sustainable development of the region.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan is concerned about the situation in the Middle East
14.06.2025In response to the missile strikes carried out by Israel on Iranian territory on 13 June 2025, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan expresses serious concern over the growing tensions in the Middle East. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. As a country with internationally recognised permanent neutrality, Turkmenistan has consistently opposed the use of force and threats of force as a means of resolving political or other disputes. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasises the importance of peaceful settlement of conflicts exclusively through political and diplomatic means, in full compliance with the UN Charter and international law.
Turkmenistan and Venezuela strengthen diplomatic partnership
14.06.2025Political consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela took place in Ashgabat on 13 June this year. The Turkmen delegation was headed by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Myahri Byashimova, and the Venezuelan side was represented by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Tatiana Pugh Moreno. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. During the talks, the interlocutors exchanged views on topical issues of the bilateral agenda. They noted the positive dynamics of the political and diplomatic dialogue based on the principles of mutual respect and mutually beneficial partnership. Particular attention was paid to coordinating actions in international forums, particularly within the UN, where the countries traditionally support each other's initiatives. An important outcome of the meeting was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on the establishment of a mechanism for regular political consultations between the foreign ministries of the two countries. This document lays a solid foundation for further development of cooperation. The parties also agreed to prepare joint events to mark the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Turkmenistan and Venezuela.
Turkmenistan and Armenia held consultations on consular issues
13.06.2025On 11 June, interdepartmental consultations between Turkmenistan and Armenia on consular cooperation were held in Yerevan. The meeting brought together specialists from the Foreign Affairs Ministries and relevant agencies of both countries. This was reported by the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The Turkmen delegation was headed by Dovletmurat Muratov, Head of the Consular Service Department of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The Armenian side was represented by Artur Petrosyan, Head of the Consular Department of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of the Republic of Armenia. During the talks, the interlocutors discussed topical aspects of bilateral cooperation, including issues of citizenship, protection of the rights of citizens and legal entities, as well as conditions for mutual travel. Following the consultations, a final protocol was signed. The participants expressed mutual interest in further developing cooperation in all areas of consular work.
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