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Turkmenistan and Italy conducted a joint expedition to study the ecology of the Aral Sea region
23.06.2025From 16 to 18 June this year, specialists from Turkmenistan and Italy conducted a joint expedition to the Dashoguz and Lebap velayats to assess the natural and climatic conditions of the region. The aim of the study is to lay the foundations for a new environmental project to be implemented in cooperation with the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan. The project provides for the introduction of innovative solutions to improve the environmental situation, the organisation of training programmes for specialists in the water and agricultural sectors, and the creation of a unified database on water resources in Central Asia. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The initiative is being implemented within the framework of the ‘Central Asia - Italy’ dialogue with the support of the State University of Rome, the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the company ‘Sogesid’, which will provide technical assistance. Italian experts plan to use advanced technologies to optimise water use on the Amu Darya and Syr Darya rivers and monitor the state of oasis ecosystems. The project will strengthen monitoring of environmental changes in the Aral Sea region and develop strategies for sustainable natural resource management in the region.
Turkmen tennis players will compete in U12 Asian Team Championship for the first time
23.06.2025Turkmen tennis players Nazli Hudaykulieva, Sahra Garahanova and Sulgun Ishankulieva made a historic breakthrough by winning silver medals at the Central Asian Championships for girls under 12 in Fergana (Uzbekistan). This victory earned them a place in the final of the Asian Team Championships, which will be held in Singapore this year. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The tournament was fiercely contested. In the first round, the Turkmen women scored an important victory over the Uzbekistan team with a score of 2:1, giving themselves a head start in the race for the final. The match against the Kyrgyzstan team was decisive: Sahra Garahanova confidently won her match (6:0, 6:1), and Nazli Hudaykulieva left her opponent no chance, taking both sets without losing a game (6:0, 6:0). In the doubles, the Turkmen duo completed the rout (6:1, 6:0), securing second place for the team and a ticket to the Asian Championships. This success was made possible thanks to the work of coach Yuri Rogussky, who led the Turkmenistan U12 men's team to a similar achievement two years ago. The Turkmen boys also did not go without awards: the team consisting of Yunus Annamuradov, Yegenmammet Nuryagdyev and Erkin Altyev won bronze, defeating the Kyrgyzstan team in the decisive match (3:0). Now the young tennis players of Turkmenistan are preparing for their debut at the prestigious Asian championship, where they will compete against the strongest teams on the continent.
Deals worth over $32.9 million were concluded on the SCRMET
23.06.2025Last week, 44 deals were concluded at the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan (SCRMET). Business representatives from the UAE, the US, Afghanistan, and Uzbekistan purchased petroleum road bitumen from the state-owned company ‘Türkmennebit’, as well as liquefied gas produced at the ‘Türkmennebit’, ‘Türkmengaz’, and ‘Türkmenhimiýa’ enterprises. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. In addition, flannel products, Portland cement and licorice root extract were sold for foreign currency. The main buyers of these products were companies from the UAE, Turkey and Uzbekistan. The total volume of export transactions exceeded $32.9 million. On the domestic market, Turkmen entrepreneurs purchased terry products, cotton fabrics and yarn, cotton lint, polypropylene, base oil, petroleum bitumen, packaging film (from ‘Türkmennebit’) and technical carbon (from ‘Türkmenhimiýa’). The total value of domestic transactions amounted to over 78.1 million manats.
Turkmenistan's resolution on neutrality unanimously adopted at OIC Council of Foreign Ministers meeting
23.06.2025On 21–22 June 2025, the 51st meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) was held in Istanbul with the participation of a Turkmen delegation. During the event, key issues of politics, economics, culture, science and humanitarian cooperation were discussed, as well as ways to strengthen stability and sustainable development in OIC countries. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The representative of Turkmenistan emphasised the country's commitment to developing partnerships within the OIC and expanding cooperation with the organisation's member states. Particular attention was paid to Turkmenistan's initiative to declare 2025 the International Year of Peace and Trust by the UN General Assembly. On 22 June, at the proposal of Turkmenistan, a resolution ‘On the Role of the Policy of Neutrality in Maintaining and Strengthening International Peace, Security and Sustainable Development in the OIC Space and Around the World’ was unanimously adopted. The document confirms that neutrality contributes to strengthening stability and developing mutually beneficial relations between countries. The adoption of the resolution reflects recognition of Turkmenistan's peacekeeping strategy aimed at strengthening trust, developing dialogue and constructive international cooperation.
Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Tajikistan held a meeting with the Head of the Khatlon region
23.06.2025The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Tajikistan, Aymyrat Gochmyradov, held a meeting with the Chairman of the Khatlon Region of Tajikistan, Davlatali Said, within the framework of the International Tourism Forum ‘Khatlon – The Warm Heart of Tourism.’ This was reported by the news agency Orient. The parties discussed key areas of cooperation, ranging from agriculture and industry to humanitarian and tourism. Particular attention was paid to the development of interregional ties within the framework of agreements between the khakimliks of the Mary and Lebap velayats and the administration of the Khatlon region. In addition, the establishment of business contacts between entrepreneurs and the exchange of information on joint projects were discussed. The symbolic opening of the Magtymguly Pyragy School in the Dusti district on 1 September 2024, attended by the Heads of Turkmenistan and Tajikistan via video link, was noted separately. At the end of the meeting, mutual interest in expanding trade and economic partnership and launching new joint initiatives was confirmed.
Turkmenistan Ambassador to Qatar meets with Ethiopian Ambassador
23.06.2025On 22 June 2025, the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Qatar, Myratgeldi Seyitmammedov, met with the Ambassador of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. This was reported by the online resource TerraNews. During the talks, the Turkmen ambassador emphasised the significance of declaring 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust in the country, as well as the role of international events dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality. In addition, the interlocutors discussed issues related to simplifying procedures for foreigners crossing Turkmenistan's land borders and the use of Ashgabat International Airport. Particular attention was paid to the work of the humanitarian corridor ensuring the return of foreign citizens to their home countries. An exchange of views also took place on the development of bilateral interaction and possible areas for further cooperation. Following the meeting, mutual readiness to strengthen the partnership between Turkmenistan and Ethiopia, including in the humanitarian sphere and international cooperation, was confirmed.
Annual Culture Week starts in Turkmenistan
23.06.2025In the picturesque valley of the Ahal velayat, in the area of ‘Nowruz ýaýlasy’ in the Ak Bugday etrap, the annual Culture Week was officially opened on 22 June. The event was held at ‘Türkmeniň ak öýi’ and was dedicated to the Day of Workers of Culture and Art, as well as the poetry of Magtymguly Pyragy. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The opening ceremony brought together representatives of the government, cultural institutions, universities, the media and the creative intelligentsia. An exhibition of works of art, artefacts and household items reflecting the rich history and traditions of the Turkmen people was held in the foyer. The festive concert featured performances by folk artists, young talents and folk groups. At the end of the concert, a traditional feast, toy-sadaka, was held. The programme continued at the ‘Ak bugdaý’ National Museum, where a conference was held on the role of museums in preserving cultural heritage. Issues such as the modernisation of museum work, digitisation, scientific study of artefacts and the protection of historical and cultural monuments were discussed. A meeting of theatre workers was held at the House of Culture in Kaka etrap, followed by a performance of the play ‘Şükür bagşy’ in the evening. A concert by creative groups from children's art schools was held in the city of Anau. Throughout the week, concerts, exhibitions, film screenings, poetry evenings, seminars and creative meetings are planned in various cultural institutions of the Ahal velayat.
Turkmenistan team wins 6 medals on third day of WKF Central Asian Karate Championship
23.06.2025The third day of competition at the 10th WKF Central Asian Karate Championships in Bishkek brought six new medals for the Turkmen team. Athletes won two gold, two silver and two bronze medals in various weight categories of the kumite discipline. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The gold medallists were Arzuv Seyitguliyev, a military serviceman of the Ministry of Defence (weight category up to 55 kg), and Bayry Bayryev, a student at the Turkmen State Institute of Architecture and Construction (up to 84 kg). Both athletes demonstrated excellent technique and tactical superiority in the final bouts. Silver medals were won by Resul Garatayev from the Security Service of the President of Turkmenistan (up to 55 kg) and Davut Nazmyradov, a student at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (up to 75 kg). Bronze medals went to school student Gurbannazar Amandurdyev from the Ahal velayat (juniors up to 55 kg) and MNS employee Shatlyk Allakov (over 84 kg). Thus, after three days of competition, the total medal count for the Turkmenistan team is 18: 5 gold, 5 silver and 8 bronze. A total of 609 athletes from five Central Asian countries are participating in the tournament. Turkmenistan is represented by 36 karatekas competing in kata and kumite disciplines.
Turkmenistan's oil and gas industry demonstrates high performance
23.06.2025In anticipation of significant dates – the 34th anniversary of Independence and the 30th anniversary of permanent neutrality of Turkmenistan – the labour collectives of the State Concern ‘Türkmennebit’ are demonstrating impressive production results. In the International Year of Peace and Trust, oil and gas industry workers continue to make a significant contribution to the country's economic development. This was reported by the online publication AsmanNews. Numerous enterprises of the concern, including production, transport and processing divisions, are working in close coordination. Their coordinated activities have made it possible in the first five months of this year not only to meet but also to exceed the planned hydrocarbon production targets by 9%. The work of the specialists of the Main Oil Pipelines Department deserves special attention, as they ensured the uninterrupted transportation of oil to the Turkmenbashy Oil Refinery. The total volume of raw materials pumped amounted to almost 2 million tonnes, including 23,800 tonnes delivered by sea across the Caspian Sea. These achievements are of particular importance for the implementation of the strategic ‘Programme for the Development of the Oil and Gas Industry of Turkmenistan until 2030’. High production figures were made possible by the modernisation of infrastructure, the introduction of modern technologies and the professionalism of industry workers.
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan in Rome met with the Deputy Diplomatic Adviser to the Prime Minister
23.06.2025On 19 June, Turkmenistan's Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Italy, Toyly Komekov, met with Pietro Sferra Carini, Deputy Diplomatic Adviser to the Prime Minister of Italy, in Rome. The talks took place at the Palazzo Chigi, the official residence of the Italian government. This was reported by the online publication Orient. During the meeting, the parties discussed the implementation of the agreements reached at the first ‘Central Asia - Italy’ Summit and during the bilateral meeting of the Heads of State in March 2025. Particular attention was paid to preparations for the upcoming business forum, which will be an important platform for the development of economic cooperation. The Ambassador of Turkmenistan conveyed official invitations to key international events: the International Forum on Peace and Trust in Ashgabat (12 December 2025) and the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (5–8 August 2025).
The President of Turkmenistan congratulated participants on the beginning of Culture Week
22.06.2025On 22 June 2025, the grand opening of Culture Week took place in the Ahal velayat. President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent a congratulatory message to the participants, in which he noted the importance of the event for promoting national cultural achievements. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. In his message, the Head of State emphasised that holding Culture Week in the International Year of Peace and Trust is particularly symbolic. This event demonstrates Turkmenistan's success in strengthening international cooperation and preserving cultural heritage. The Ahal velayat, with its rich historical and cultural heritage, has become an ideal venue for the festival. The programme of the Culture Week includes concerts, creative meetings, poetry evenings, and screenings of new plays and films. In the concluding part of his address, the President of Turkmenistan wished all participants in the festival of art creative success, health and longevity.
Telephone talks between the Head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and the US Deputy Secretary of State took place
22.06.2025On 22 June 2025, a telephone conversation took place between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, and the First Deputy Secretary of State of the United States, Christopher Landau. The talks were held at the initiative of the American side in a friendly and constructive atmosphere. This was reported by the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. During the conversation, the parties noted the long-standing positive experience of cooperation between the two countries in various fields, including politics, trade, economics, and social and cultural areas. Particular attention was paid to discussing current international and regional issues, in particular the situation in the Middle East and related humanitarian aspects. The Turkmen side emphasised its commitment to the principles of peaceful settlement of international disputes and expressed its readiness to use the full range of diplomatic instruments to promote stabilisation in the region. The special role of Turkmenistan as a neutral state, recognised three times by the international community through the UN, was noted.
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