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The National Leader of the Turkmen people congratulated Amangozel Shagulyeva on her anniversary
12.08.2025The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, congratulated the Hero of Turkmenistan, poet and mentor Amangozel Shagulyeva on her 85th birthday, noting her outstanding contribution to the development of national literature and culture. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. Hero Arkadag emphasised that the poet's work occupies a special place in the spiritual life of Turkmenistan. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov noted that her works have been published in the press, broadcast on television and radio, and have gained wide recognition among readers. The National Leader of the Turkmen people recalled that A. Shagulyeva had been awarded the high titles of ‘Türkmenistanyň Gahrymany’ (‘Hero of Turkmenistan’) and ‘Türkmenistanyň halk ýazyjysy’ (‘People's writer of Turkmenistan’), the Magtymguly International Prize and other state awards. The Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty also noted her contribution to the mentoring and education of young writers, and linked the maturity of her work to the period of prosperity of independent Turkmenistan. In conclusion, Hero Arkadag wished the poet good health, long life and further creative inspiration.
A meeting with the Ambassador of Korea took place in Turkmenistan
11.08.2025On 11 August, Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister of Turkmenistan Ahmet Gurbanov met with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Korea Ji Kyu-Taek, who is completing his diplomatic mission in the country. This was reported by the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. During the meeting, the sides summed up the results of cooperation during the Ambassador's tenure and discussed prospects for further development of bilateral relations in various fields. The Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister of Turkmenistan noted Ji Kyu-Taek's significant personal contribution to strengthening Turkmen-Korean ties. The Ambassador of the Republic of Korea, who is completing his diplomatic term, expressed his gratitude to the Turkmen side for its support and fruitful cooperation throughout his tenure in Ashgabat.
Turkmenistan and Chad outline ways to expand bilateral cooperation
11.08.2025Negotiations between delegations from Turkmenistan and the Republic of Chad took place in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone on 9 August. Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister of Turkmenistan Ahmet Gurbanov met with Minister Delegate of Foreign Affairs of Chad Fatimé Aldjineh Garfa to discuss topical issues of bilateral cooperation. This was reported by the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. During the constructive dialogue, the parties discussed opportunities for strengthening relations in the political, diplomatic, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian fields. Special attention was paid to upcoming international events, including the International Forum on Peace and Trust, which will be held in Ashgabat in December 2025 to mark the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality. Ms. Garfa expressed interest in developing the partnership and invited the Turkmen side to participate in the implementation of the Chad Connection 2030 project. The sides confirmed their intention to continue active dialogue in all areas of mutual interest, emphasising the importance of further developing bilateral relations.
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan took part in commemorative events in Hiroshima and Nagasaki
11.08.2025On 6 and 9 August 2025, commemorative events were held in the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki to mark the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings. They were attended by Turkmenistan's Ambassador to Japan A. Bayramov, as well as Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, members of the government, parliamentarians, diplomats and representatives of international organisations. This was reported by the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The events focused on issues such as the renunciation of nuclear weapons, the prevention of military conflicts and the strengthening of trust between states. The leaders of Hiroshima and Nagasaki called on world leaders to create new security mechanisms based on diplomatic dialogue. At the end of the event, a peace declaration was adopted calling on Japan to ratify the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and to develop a concrete plan for its elimination at the 2026 Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) Review Conference.
The UN conference in Avaza became a platform for expanding international relations
11.08.2025From 5 to 8 August, the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries was held in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone, bringing together delegates from 32 countries. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The forum became a key platform for discussing infrastructure development, trade, climate change resilience and financial mobilisation. The main outcome was the adoption of the Awaza Programme of Action for Landlocked Developing Countries for 2024-2034 and the Awaza Political Declaration, which define the development strategy for such countries. Particular attention was paid to the development of transport corridors, digitalisation of logistics, economic diversification and strengthening regional cooperation. The event coincided with the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality, which gave it additional diplomatic weight. On the sidelines of the forum, a trilateral meeting was held between the leaders of Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan, dedicated to expanding cooperation in the transport, energy and humanitarian spheres. The world media noted Turkmenistan's growing role as a neutral mediator and centre for international dialogue. The implementation of the decisions taken will depend on global solidarity, investment and technology transfer.
Shavkat Mirziyoyev sent a letter of gratitude to Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov
11.08.2025President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev sent a letter of gratitude to the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, congratulating him on the successful organisation of the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The Head of Uzbekistan noted the significant transformations and large-scale reforms carried out in Turkmenistan, and also stressed the importance of the conference in drawing the attention of the world community to the problems of developing countries, especially the countries of Central Asia. He highly appreciated the adoption of the Awaza Political Declaration and the approval of the ten-year Programme of Action. Shavkat Mirziyoyev expressed confidence that the bilateral negotiations would strengthen trade, economic, investment, transport, logistics, cultural and humanitarian cooperation between the countries. The President of Uzbekistan also noted Turkmenistan's contribution to the preparations for the seventh Consultative Meeting of the Leaders of the Central Asian States, which will be held in Tashkent. The Head of Uzbekistan expressed gratitude for awarding him the Order ‘Hyzmatdaşlygy ösdürmäge goşandy üçin’ (‘For Contribution to the Development of Cooperation’), calling the award a high assessment of the Uzbek people and joint efforts to strengthen friendship between the two countries. In conclusion, the President of Uzbekistan wished Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov good health and prosperity, and the people of Turkmenistan peace and progress.
President of Turkmenistan received a message from the President of Uzbekistan
11.08.2025President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev sent a letter of gratitude to President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. Shavkat Mirziyoyev congratulated Serdar Berdimuhamedov on the successful holding of the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The President of Uzbekistan noted that the forum confirmed the growing authority of Turkmenistan and became a platform for discussing the strengthening of transport and economic interconnection between the countries of Central Asia, as well as their entry into world markets. Shavkat Mirziyoyev expressed confidence that the Awaza Political Declaration and the ten-year Action Programme adopted at the conference would contribute to the achievement of the set goals, and that dialogue with Turkmenistan would strengthen bilateral cooperation. The Head of Uzbekistan thanked for awarding him the highest state award of Turkmenistan, calling it a symbol of friendship between the peoples. The President of Uzbekistan also expressed hope that the upcoming visit of Serdar Berdimuhamedov to Uzbekistan would take relations to a new level, and wished the head of Turkmenistan good health and success, and the people peace and prosperity.
Hero Arkadag held a telephone conversation with the President of Azerbaijan
11.08.2025On 10 August, a telephone conversation took place between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The parties noted the high level of bilateral relations and warmly recalled recent visits, emphasising the significance of the agreements reached. During the conversation, the importance of the agreements reached and the documents signed during the visit of the President of Azerbaijan to the United States of America was noted. Ilham Aliyev congratulated Hero Arkadag on the successful holding of the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone. The role of the trilateral meeting between Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan, prospects for the development of transport and communication corridors, as well as issues related to the upcoming Consultative Meeting of Heads of Central Asian countries to be held in Tashkent were discussed. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov invited the President of Azerbaijan to visit Turkmenistan. At the end of the conversation, the parties exchanged best wishes. The conversation took place at the initiative of Azerbaijan.
Turkmenistan has become a platform for uniting 32 landlocked countries
11.08.2025From 5 to 8 August 2025, the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC 3) was held in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone in Turkmenistan. The event was attended by Heads of States and Government, delegates from more than 100 countries, representatives of business, international organisations and the media, according to Arzuw.news. The forum was dedicated to finding solutions for 32 countries deprived of access to sea trade routes, home to about 570 million people. The key outcome of the conference was the adoption of the Awaza Programme of Action for 2024–2034. The document covers five areas: structural reforms with a focus on science and innovation, trade integration, transport connectivity, climate resilience and resource mobilisation. By 2034, it is planned to double the share of manufacturing, service exports and high-tech sectors in the economies of the participating countries. The programme includes the creation of regional agricultural research centres, the formation of a High-Level Group on Freedom of Transit and the introduction of mechanisms to attract private investment in infrastructure. The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank has announced its readiness to invest $10 billion in the development of transport and energy systems. Special attention is being paid to climate issues: there are plans to establish a climate negotiation group and integrate environmental aspects into all areas of the programme. The launch of the Decade of Sustainable Transport from 2026 was also announced. Delegations from Central Asian countries and Azerbaijan took part in the forum's cultural programme. Parallel forums were held for the private sector, parliamentarians and young people. The final political declaration includes monitoring and reporting mechanisms and reaffirms commitment to key international agreements. The Avaza conference became the largest international platform for discussing the problems of the LLDCs and marked the transition from declarations to the implementation of specific projects capable of changing the socio-economic situation in these countries.
Turkmenistan and UNICEF: investing in the future of children
10.08.2025Following the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC 3) in Avaza, UNICEF called on governments and international partners to focus development plans and investments on the needs of children in the world’s most isolated countries. Over four days, the organization participated in key events, including round tables and plenary sessions, emphasizing the importance of decisive action to support the nearly 250 million children living in these countries. This was reported by the IIC. Kitty van der Heijden, UNICEF Deputy Executive Director and head of the delegation, noted that children must be at the centre of national strategies and global initiatives, whether it be digital inclusion or adaptation to climate change. Children in landlocked developing countries face multiple barriers, including limited access to education, health care and other basic services. UNICEF emphasised the need for long-term investment in social services, digital infrastructure and climate-resilient systems that are accessible to all. UNICEF supported the adoption of the Awaza Action Programme (2024–2034) and reaffirmed its commitment to working with international partners to achieve its goals for the benefit of every child.
Turkmenistan's ambassador discusses preparations for neutrality anniversary with Qatari representative
09.08.2025On 6 August, Turkmenistan's Ambassador to Qatar, M. Seyitmammedov, had a working meeting in Doha with the Executive Director of the Permanent Committee for Organizing Conferences of Qatar, Mubarak Ajlan AL-Kuwari. This was reported by the online publication ‘Orient’. During the negotiations, the Turkmen diplomat informed the Qatari side in detail about Turkmenistan's important international initiatives, including the proclamation of 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust. Special attention was paid to the upcoming events in honour of the 30th anniversary of the country's neutral status. The participants discussed practical aspects of the organisational and protocol support for upcoming forums and conferences in Doha. Following the negotiations, the parties confirmed their mutual interest in further cooperation, including the exchange of experience in organising major international events. The meeting took place in a constructive atmosphere, demonstrating the mutual readiness of the parties to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the humanitarian sphere.
Avaza discussed the role of peace and trust in achieving SDG 16
09.08.2025Within the framework of the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries, a parallel high-level event was held on ‘International Year of Peace and Trust: building momentum towards SDG 16 that promotes peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development.’ This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The event was organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and the United Nations Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (UNRCCA). The discussion focused on the importance of peaceful dialogue, mutual trust and inclusive governance for achieving Sustainable Development Goal 16: strengthening justice, creating effective and accountable institutions, and building fair and inclusive societies. The discussion was attended by high-level representatives of states, international organisations and expert circles. Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Head of UNRCCA Kaha Imnadze, stressed that peace and trust are the foundation of sustainable development and integration. According to him, the prosperity of landlocked countries is impossible without sustainable political mechanisms, inclusive governance and good neighbourly relations. The participants noted that political stability, mutual trust and multilateral diplomacy are key to the implementation of the Awaza Action Programme, especially in the areas of trade, regional integration and sustainable economic growth.
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