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The Ambassador of Turkmenistan discussed cooperation with the Malaysian Customs Service
12.06.2026The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Malaysia held a meeting with the head of the country’s Royal Customs Department, Amran Ahmad. The sides discussed the state of bilateral relations and prospects for cooperation in trade, economic, and customs areas, according to the IIC. The Turkmen side proposed intensifying the exchange of professional experience between the customs services of the two countries and accelerating work on a draft Memorandum of Understanding in the customs sphere. The possibility of signing the document during the upcoming official visit of the Prime Minister of Malaysia to Turkmenistan was also considered. Malaysian representatives stated that the draft memorandum is currently under review by relevant legal bodies and agencies. They confirmed their readiness to provide a prompt response and expressed interest in further developing bilateral dialogue. The meeting took place in a constructive atmosphere, and both sides confirmed their commitment to expanding the partnership.
Turkmenistan and Austria discussed the development of bilateral relations
12.06.2026On June 11, 2026, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan between the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, M. Byashimova, the Ambassador of the Republic of Austria to Turkmenistan (resident in Baku), Thomas Schuller-Götzburg, and the Director of the Department for International Economic Relations of the Federal Ministry of Economy, Energy and Tourism of the Republic of Austria, Elisabeth Weissenböck. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. During the meeting, the Turkmen side congratulated Elisabeth Weissenböck on her appointment as co-chair of the Austrian part of the Joint Turkmen-Austrian Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation. The thirteenth session of the commission will take place on June 12 in Ashgabat. The sides noted the high level of cooperation within international organizations, primarily the United Nations and the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE). Special emphasis was placed on the significance of the visit of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, to the Republic of Austria, which gave additional momentum to the development of bilateral partnership. The parties also discussed the expansion of mutual trade and the strengthening of economic cooperation, including within the framework of the European Union’s “Global Gateway” initiative. The role of the Joint Turkmen-Austrian Commission in promoting these areas was underlined. The need to expand cooperation between higher education institutions of the two countries in order to develop educational and scientific ties was also noted.
Judges from Turkmenistan participated in an OSCE visit to Ankara
12.06.2026From June 8 to 10, 2026, a study visit organized by the OSCE took place in Ankara (Türkiye). The event served as a platform for exchanging experience in the field of judicial reforms, AsmanNews reports. The delegation included seven judges from the Supreme Court and other judicial institutions of Turkmenistan. Participants held meetings with their Turkish counterparts and discussed improving the efficiency of court operations, case management, and the handling of specific categories of cases, including family law. A separate meeting was held with the President of the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Türkiye, Kadir Özkaya. The parties discussed improving the judicial system and introducing modern approaches to justice. The delegation also visited the Ankara Court of Appeal, the Court of Cassation, and the Family Court under the Ankara District Court. Issues related to the work of specialized courts and the exchange of practical experience were reviewed. In addition, participants became familiar with the system for training judges and prosecutors at the Justice Academy of Türkiye and the work of the Western Ankara Court. The Head of the OSCE Center in Ashgabat, William Leaf, noted that the visit aims to support the development of the legal and regulatory framework in Turkmenistan and to increase the efficiency and trust in the judicial system. It is expected that the visit will contribute to strengthening professional dialogue between the judicial authorities of Turkmenistan and Türkiye and to the development of international cooperation in the field of judicial reform.
Turkmenistan and Pakistan discussed developing direct textile supplies
12.06.2026The Ambassador of Pakistan to Turkmenistan, Faryal Laghari, and the Chairman of the Nishat Group, Mian Muhammad Mansha, together with a delegation, visited the Turkmenbashi and Ashgabat textile complexes on June 6. They were accompanied by the Deputy Minister of Textile Industry of Turkmenistan, Togtamuрат Meredov, according to the news website Turkmenportal. The guests were shown the production facilities of enterprises manufacturing home textiles, yarn, and fabrics. The delegation paid particular attention to knitting workshops, where cotton blends are used. Mansha noted the high level of production organization and the significant participation of women in the workforce. Products for both the domestic market and export were also presented, including clothing and textile goods. It is noted that Nishat Group enterprises in Pakistan already use high-quality Turkmen yarn. During the negotiations, the sides discussed expanding exports in the interests of Nishat Group and the possibility of opening retail stores in both countries. The Pakistani side invited a Turkmen representative to visit local enterprises. As a result of the meeting, an agreement was reached to transition to direct supplies without intermediaries.
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to India has been appointed head of the diplomatic mission in the Maldives
12.06.2026By decree of the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Turkmenistan to India, Shalar Geldynazarov, has also been appointed as the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Maldives. This was reported by the Orient news agency. Diplomatic relations between Turkmenistan and the Maldives were established on 25 September 1992. The practice of appointing one ambassador concurrently to another country is widely used in international diplomacy and is aimed at optimizing foreign policy presence, as well as expanding engagement in the South Asian region. Despite the significant geographical distance, Ashgabat and Male maintain a constructive political dialogue, primarily within the framework of the United Nations. The sides largely share similar approaches to key issues on the global agenda, such as climate change, environmental protection, and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. This creates a foundation for further development of political and economic cooperation between the two countries.
Ambassador of Turkmenistan took part in the celebration of Portugal Day
12.06.2026On 9–10 June 2026, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the French Republic and the Portuguese Republic, M. Charyyev, participated in state events marking Portugal Day, the Day of Camões, and the Day of the Portuguese Communities. The celebrations were held on Terceira Island (Azores), according to the information agency “Turkmenistan: Golden Age”. Within the framework of the program, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan took part in the reception ceremony for the diplomatic corps hosted by the President of the Portuguese Republic, as well as in a ceremonial military parade involving the Armed Forces of Portugal and other events dedicated to the national holiday. During the ceremony, alongside heads of diplomatic missions accredited to the Portuguese Republic, he greeted the President of the Portuguese Republic, António José Seguro, and conveyed congratulations on behalf of the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov. On the sidelines of the events, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan held meetings with representatives of the diplomatic corps and officials of the Portuguese Republic. The parties discussed issues of bilateral cooperation. The participation of the Turkmen side in these events confirmed the friendly nature of relations between Turkmenistan and the Portuguese Republic and the mutual interest in their further development.
Turkmenistan wins bronze at Huawei ICT Competition in China
12.06.2026The final stage of the international ICT contest Huawei ICT Competition 2025–2026 Global Final was held in Shenzhen, China. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. Turkmenistan was represented in the Practical Competition – Network Track by Shirmuhammet Vepayev, Chief Specialist for Digital Systems and Information Security at the Ministry of Education; Arslan Italmazov, a student of the Institute of Telecommunications and Informatics; and Yagshygeldi Kakayev International University of Oil and Gas students Yslam Hayytmuhammedov and Gurban Orazmammedov. More than 1.18 million participants from over 2,000 universities and more than 100 countries took part in the Huawei ICT Competition 2025–2026 Global Final. The final stage was preceded by national and regional qualifying rounds, after which 500 participants from more than 40 countries advanced to Shenzhen, forming 170 teams. The final competition included an eight-hour practical challenge focused on enterprise network design and defense, routing configuration, and network troubleshooting. As a result, the Turkmen team secured third place in its category at the global final.
Turkmen Delegation Discusses Expansion of Trade Cooperation with Libya
12.06.2026A Turkmen business delegation paid an official visit to Libya. The delegation included representatives of the Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs of Turkmenistan, executives of textile enterprises, and staff members of the “Hasar” organization. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The visit was accompanied by Libya’s Ambassador to Turkmenistan, Mahmoud A.M. Hasan. The delegation’s first stop was Misrata, where its members visited the Free Economic Zone and held talks with representatives of local authorities and the business community. The parties discussed prospects for trade and economic cooperation as well as the development of logistics links. On June 9, the delegation arrived in Tripoli, where Turkmen manufacturers presented their products to Libyan partners. Textile products, including denim goods, attracted the greatest interest. The visit was aimed at strengthening trade and economic relations between Turkmenistan and Libya, as well as promoting Turkmen products in the markets of North Africa.
Serdar Berdimuhamedov Awarded the Academic Title of Professor
12.06.2026The President of Turkmenistan, Doctor of Political Sciences Serdar Gurbangulyyevich Berdimuhamedov, has been awarded the academic title of Professor in the fields of economics and political science. This was reported by TDH. The decision was made by the Presidium of the Higher Attestation Commission of Turkmenistan based on materials submitted by academic councils and the conclusions of the Commission’s councils for humanities and economics, as well as legal and sociological sciences. In awarding the title, special note was taken of the President’s scientific activities, his contribution to the development of the scientific, technological, socio-economic spheres, and his efforts to expand international cooperation.
President of Turkmenistan Sends Congratulatory Message to Russian Leadership
12.06.2026President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov has sent congratulations to President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin, Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Mikhail Mishustin, and the people of Russia on the occasion of Russia Day. This was reported by the TDH. In his message, the head of state noted the steady development of the Turkmen-Russian strategic partnership and the effective cooperation between the two countries across a wide range of areas. Serdar Berdimuhamedov expressed confidence in the further strengthening of bilateral cooperation in the interests of the peoples of Turkmenistan and Russia. The President of Turkmenistan also wished Vladimir Putin and Mikhail Mishustin good health and well-being, and peace and prosperity to the people of the Russian Federation.
Turkmenistan and Georgia discussed cooperation in the field of human rights
11.06.2026On June 10, 2026, a meeting was held between the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Georgia, D. Seyitmammedov, and the Public Defender of Georgia, L. Ioseliani. This was reported by the news agency “Turkmenistan: Golden Age”. The sides noted the progressive development of Turkmen–Georgian relations, based on the principles of friendship and mutual respect. Particular attention was paid to issues of human rights protection, the improvement of national human rights mechanisms, and increasing the effectiveness of their implementation. The importance of exchanging experience and best practices between relevant institutions was emphasized. At the end of the meeting, the parties confirmed their readiness to continue regular constructive dialogue and to deepen cooperation based on mutual trust and respect.
Turkmenistan and Georgia discussed cooperation in the field of education
11.06.2026On June 10, 2026, the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Georgia, D. Seyitmammedov, held a meeting with the Minister of Education, Science and Youth of Georgia, G. Mikandadze. This was reported by the news agency “Turkmenistan: Golden Age”. The parties discussed issues of bilateral cooperation in the fields of education, science, and youth policy. Special attention was given to improving the legal and regulatory framework governing interaction between the two countries in the scientific and educational sphere. The prospects for developing academic mobility, expanding exchanges of students and teaching staff, as well as implementing joint educational programs were also considered. Strengthening inter-university cooperation and introducing advanced practices in personnel training were discussed. Following the meeting, the parties confirmed their interest in further developing scientific cooperation and their readiness to support new initiatives in this area.
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