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Turkmenistan strengthens international cooperation and good neighbourliness
25.08.2025The past week in Turkmenistan was marked by a series of significant events in the country's domestic and foreign policy. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. From 19 to 20 August, Ashgabat hosted meetings of the Council of Elders of the Halk Maslahaty and the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship, where organisational issues were discussed and new members were approved. A meeting of the Presidium of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan was also held, at which preparations for the celebration of the 34th anniversary of independence and events dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality were discussed. On 21 August, the international exhibition ‘Kids Expo: Everything for Children’ opened in Ashgabat with the participation of companies from Turkmenistan and foreign countries. Children's goods, educational materials, food and medical products were presented. On 22 August, a trilateral meeting in the format ‘Turkmenistan-Azerbaijan-Uzbekistan’ was held in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone. The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, met with the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, and the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The parties discussed the development of cooperation in the political, economic, transport and humanitarian spheres. During the trilateral summit, the parties signed a number of agreements and memoranda, as well as adopted a joint statement on expanding partnership. The week ended with cultural events, including the ‘Çalsana, bagşy!’ competition and performances as part of the trilateral meeting in Avaza. The events of the week demonstrated Turkmenistan's commitment to strengthening international cooperation and developing good-neighbourly relations.
Ashgabat, Tashkent and Baku approved measures to develop air transport links
25.08.2025Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan have agreed to expand cooperation in the fields of air transport, business contacts and tourism. This was reported by the news website Asmannews. Following the trilateral meeting held in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone, a joint statement was signed. The document was signed by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The parties emphasised that deepening cooperation in these areas will contribute to an increase in passenger and freight traffic between the three countries.
Turkmenistan to build mosque in Azerbaijani city of Fizuli
25.08.2025Turkmenistan will build a mosque in the city of Fizuli (Azerbaijan) as a gift. This was announced by Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev at a press conference following a trilateral meeting between Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan. This was reported by the news website Asmannews. According to the President of Azerbaijan, the initiative to build a mosque as a symbol of friendship was proposed by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. At present, the architectural design of the mosque is ready, and construction will begin in the near future. The meeting in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone concluded with the signing of memoranda of cooperation in aviation, shipbuilding and transport.
The EU has provided support to children with disabilities in Turkmenistan
25.08.2025The EU Delegation to Turkmenistan has launched a ‘Back to School’ campaign, a charity initiative for children with disabilities and families in difficult circumstances. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. In cooperation with the organisations ‘Keyik Okara’ and the Centre for Support of People with Disabilities in Turkmenistan, 50 children received school kits. The handover was attended by the EU Ambassador to Turkmenistan, Beata Peksa, who emphasised the importance of education for the development and self-fulfilment of children. The festive programme with games and entertainment was organised by the ‘Rishat’ agency. The EU Delegation noted that this initiative aims to ensure equal opportunities for education and development for all children.
Turkmen entrepreneurs invited to EFHT exhibition in Austria
25.08.2025Turkmen entrepreneurs are invited to attend the Elektro-Fachhandelstage (EFHT) international specialised exhibition, which will be held on 26-27 September in Linz, Austria. The event is organised by RX Austria-Germany-Salzburg, according to the news agency Orient. The exhibition will be held at the Design Center Linz and will bring together leading manufacturers and suppliers of electronics, household appliances and telecommunications solutions. The main focus will be on innovations in the field of ‘smart houses’, the development of sustainable e-mobility infrastructure, as well as the latest achievements in consumer electronics and smart technologies. Participation in EFHT 2025 will provide Turkmen companies with an opportunity to present their products to a wide professional audience, establish new business contacts, exchange experiences and explore prospects for entering the international market. Since its inception in 2017, the exhibition has established itself as a key platform for showcasing industry innovations and establishing cooperation. In 2024, EFHT was attended by more than 80 companies and over 1,900 specialists, including distributors, engineers and representatives of retail chains.
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan held a negotiation with the Minister of Health of Uzbekistan
25.08.2025On 22 August, Turkmenistan's Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Shadurdy Meredov met with Uzbekistan's Minister of Health Asilbek Hudayarov. The parties discussed expanding cooperation in the field of medicine, according to the news agency Orient. It was noted that due to active intergovernmental contacts, cooperation in healthcare has also been strengthened. Today, more than 400 students from Turkmenistan are studying at Uzbek medical universities. The interlocutors emphasized the importance of joint initiatives, including the creation of the Alliance of Glaucomatologists of Central Asia and the signing of a memorandum at the International Ophthalmological Congress in Tashkent in 2024. Special attention was paid to the development of scientific exchange, quality control of medicines, the introduction of innovations, and the organisation of conferences and training courses. Cooperation with the medical cluster being created in the city of Arkadag and visits by Turkmen delegations to Uzbekistan were discussed. At the end of the meeting, the parties confirmed their readiness to strengthen partnership in medicine for the health and well-being of the citizens of both countries.
Turkmen Ambassador discusses cooperation with Prime Minister of the Republic of Korea
24.08.2025On 22 August 2025, a significant event took place in Seoul: an international conference dedicated to issues of carbon neutrality and ‘green’ development. The opening ceremony of the forum was attended by the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Korea, B. Durdyev. This was reported by the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. From the podium of the conference, Prime Minister of the Republic of Korea Kim Min-seok presented the new government's programme aimed at creating a specialised industrial complex to expand the use of renewable energy sources and accelerate the transition to a ‘green’ economy. On the sidelines of the event, the Turkmen Ambassador had a brief conversation with the Korean Prime Minister. Ambassador B. Durdyev conveyed sincere greetings and congratulations from the leadership of Turkmenistan on his appointment to the high post and expressed confidence in the further strengthening of mutually beneficial bilateral cooperation. The Korean Prime Minister expressed gratitude for the warm wishes and emphasised his great interest in developing relations with Turkmenistan in a wide range of areas and fields.
Turkmenistan and the UAE discussed prospects for developing railway partnership
23.08.2025A meeting between high-ranking representatives of Turkmenistan and the UAE dedicated to transport cooperation took place in Ashgabat. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Mammethan Chakiyev discussed prospects for cooperation with the UAE Ambassador to Turkmenistan Ahmed Al Hameli and the delegation of ‘Etihad Rail’. The Minister of Railway Transport of Turkmenistan Mammet Akmamedov also took part in the negotiation. The parties looked at ways to strengthen their partnership in logistics and rail transport. ‘Etihad Rail’ is a key operator of the UAE's rail network and is involved in major infrastructure projects in the region.
Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan aligned their positions during the talks in Avaza
23.08.2025Negotiation was held in the Avaza National Tourist Zone between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, who arrived in Turkmenistan on a visit to participate in a trilateral meeting. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The President of Azerbaijan was warmly welcomed in accordance with Turkmen traditions of hospitality: with bread and salt and flowers, and was accompanied along a carpeted path by the Honour Guard. During the negotiation, the current state of Turkmen-Azerbaijani relations and promising areas for their development were discussed. Particular attention was paid to trade and economic ties: the growth of foreign trade, the increase in export and import volumes, the development of cooperation in energy, transport and logistics, construction, the textile industry and communications were noted. They also discussed joint work on the development of a transport corridor across the Caspian Sea, multimodal transport and the improvement of air links between the countries. In addition to the economy, cultural and social projects were also in the spotlight: the organisation of cross-cultural days, exhibitions of works by Turkmen and Azerbaijani artists, presentations of folk crafts and horse breeding, joint sports and tourist events, and the development of science, education and healthcare. All this is aimed at strengthening friendship and mutual enrichment of the cultures of the two peoples. The National Leader of the Turkmen people emphasised the historical and cultural commonality of the Turkmen and Azerbaijani peoples, expressed gratitude to the President of Azerbaijan for his participation in the meeting and the high level of organisation, and noted the importance of dialogue for further strengthening bilateral and regional cooperation. In turn, Ilham Aliyev highly appreciated the development of Avaza, its world-class infrastructure and the contribution of the Hero Arkadag to raising the international status of Turkmenistan. The negotiation continued in an expanded format, where specific initiatives were discussed to develop political and diplomatic partnership, trade, energy, transport, cultural and educational ties. Both sides noted the great potential for deepening cooperation and expressed readiness to put forward mutually beneficial proposals for further development of relations. At the end of the meeting, Hero Arkadag thanked the President of Azerbaijan for his visit, wished him good health and success in state governance, and wished the people of Azerbaijan peace, prosperity and well-being.
Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan noted the high level of strategic partnership
23.08.2025A meeting was held in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, and President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, who arrived to participate in the trilateral summit ‘Turkmenistan-Azerbaijan-Uzbekistan.’ This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The distinguished guest was welcomed at the Turkmenbashi International Airport in accordance with national traditions, after which the motorcade proceeded to the Congress Centre of the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone. During the negotiation, the parties emphasised the high level of strategic partnership and discussed prospects for strengthening bilateral cooperation in trade, economic, energy, transport, logistics, cultural and humanitarian spheres. Particular attention was paid to the growth of trade, the development of industrial and business cooperation, as well as interaction in international organisations, including support for each other's initiatives at UN platforms. The National Leader of the Turkmen people noted the importance of cultural exchanges, joint events, conferences and exhibitions, which contribute to bringing the two peoples closer together and strengthening humanitarian ties. The Hero Arkadag also emphasised the significance of Turkmenistan's policy of neutrality for the stability and sustainable development of the region and expressed satisfaction with Uzbekistan's support for these initiatives. The President of Uzbekistan highly appreciated the organisation and level of international events held in Turkmenistan, including the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries, noting their global significance. Shavkat Mirziyoyev expressed confidence that the results of the current summit will contribute to deepening cooperation between the three countries and bring significant benefits to the entire region. At the end of the meeting, the leaders exchanged warm greetings, noted the effectiveness and stability of bilateral relations, and expressed their readiness to develop partnership at all levels.
A trilateral meeting in the format ‘Turkmenistan – Azerbaijan – Uzbekistan’ was held in Avaza
23.08.2025A trilateral meeting between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev took place in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. During the negotiation, the prospects for cooperation in the political, economic, transport and logistics, energy and humanitarian spheres were discussed. Particular attention was paid to the development of trade and economic ties, the strengthening of East-West and North-South transport corridors, the expansion of energy and electricity exports, as well as joint projects in the fields of industry and investment. The parties noted the advantageous geographical location of the three states at the crossroads of Eurasia and stressed the importance of coordinating efforts to enhance the transit potential of the region. In this regard, it was proposed to develop a unified transport strategy and a programme of joint investment in industrial projects in the territories of the three countries for the period 2026–2035. The role of cultural and humanitarian cooperation was also emphasised, including the preservation of common heritage and the development of science, education, sports, arts and national traditions. According to the participants of the meeting, this will contribute to further rapprochement between the peoples. Following the negotiation, memoranda and protocols on cooperation in aviation, shipbuilding, rail and maritime transport were signed, as well as an agreement between the commodity and raw materials exchanges of Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. A separate document confirmed the twinning of the Turkmen city of Arkadag and the Azerbaijani city of Fizuli. The leaders adopted a joint statement in which they emphasised their commitment to strengthening Peace and Trust and stability in the region. The meeting programme also included a cultural part: the guests attended a performance by the national equestrian games group ‘Galkynysh’. As a sign of friendship, Ilham Aliyev was presented with an Akhal-Teke horse, and Shavkat Mirziyoyev with a female camel and a camel calf. The sides noted that the negotiation in Avaza was an important step towards deepening the strategic partnership and opening up new opportunities for the implementation of joint projects in the interests of the entire region.
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov expressed gratitude to Ilham Aliyev and Shavkat Mirziyoyev
23.08.2025At a meeting with representatives of the media, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, expressed his deep gratitude to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, and the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, for accepting the invitation to the trilateral meeting. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The Hero Arkadag emphasised that the negotiation was a historically important event, during which topical issues of strengthening cooperation were discussed, including the most significant aspects of the political, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov noted that Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan pursue a fair and open policy not only in the region but also in the international arena, including within the framework of the UN. According to the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, the basis of this policy is mutual respect, equality and mutual benefit, and its main goal is to strengthen peace and prosperity in the region and in the world as a whole. Touching upon economic issues, the Hero Arkadag pointed to the great potential of the three countries to give new impetus to the realisation of geo-economic interests in Eurasia. The successful experience of cooperation in the electric power sector was cited as an example, and prospects for strategic cooperation in the gas sector were outlined. Special attention was paid to the transport sector. Berdimuhamedov emphasised the existence of broad opportunities for the active use of the infrastructure potential of transport corridors connecting Asia and Europe along the Great Silk Road route. At the same time, he noted the importance of the effective use of the transit potential of Central Asia and the Caspian region. According to the National Leader of the Turkmen people, the parties reached agreements on creating favourable conditions for expanding humanitarian ties between the peoples of the three brotherly countries. Cooperation will be developed in areas such as science, education, healthcare, sports, culture, art, carpet weaving, horse breeding and others. Summing up, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov expressed confidence that today's meeting opens up new opportunities and creates all the conditions for achieving the goals facing the countries. The Hero Arkadag also wished peace and prosperity to the peoples of Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan, expressing his gratitude to Ilham Aliyev and Shavkat Mirziyoyev.
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