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Turkmenistan and China strengthen strategic partnership in gas sector
05.09.2025During an official meeting in Beijing, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and President of China Xi Jinping discussed key issues of bilateral cooperation. Particular attention was paid to partnership in the gas industry. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The President of Turkmenistan announced that the Chinese side had won an international tender for the development of the fourth phase of the giant ‘Galkynysh’ gas field, which began in 2013. The field is one of the world's largest underground hydrocarbon reserves, with natural gas reserves of 27.4 trillion cubic metres. The Chinese side's victory in the tender confirms the strategic nature of the energy partnership between the two countries.
Turkmenistan hosts international meeting of the Red Cross and Red Crescent of the CIS countries
05.09.2025On 4 September, an international meeting of leaders of the National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies of the CIS countries began at the ‘Archabil’ Hotel in Ashgabat. The event is being held in a hybrid format with the participation of representatives of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, the International Committee of the Red Cross, as well as delegates from Azerbaijan, Armenia, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Qatar. Delegates from Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan are participating in the discussions online. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. During the two-day meeting, attention will be paid to mechanisms for responding to emergencies, increasing disaster resilience and strengthening humanitarian diplomacy. Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality provides ample opportunities for effective dialogue, including on complex issues that have arisen in some European regions. Participants will consider the development of humanitarian activities based on fundamental principles and discuss the institutional strengthening of national societies. The event is being held as part of the International Year of Peace and Trust, which makes the discussions particularly relevant.
Turkmenistan and Japan expand cooperation in trade and textile industry
05.09.2025A delegation from Turkmenistan, led by Minister of Trade and Foreign Economic Relations N. Agahanov, paid a working visit to the Japanese cities of Osaka and Tokyo from 30 August to 3 September this year. The visit was dedicated to the development of bilateral cooperation in the field of trade and the textile industry. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. In Tokyo, meetings were held with the Chairman of the Turkmen-Japanese Committee on Economic Cooperation, H. Tsubai, and the President of the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) N.Ishiguro. In Osaka, negotiation was held with M. Ichinoki, Deputy Secretary-General of the EXPO 2025 Japan Association, as well as with representatives of the Saudi Arabia and Qatar pavilions at EXPO 2025. The key topics of the negotiation were opportunities for Japanese companies in the Turkmenistan market, the development of export-import operations and the promotion of Turkmen textile products in Japan. The parties discussed specific initiatives to strengthen trade and economic partnership between the two countries.
The Turkmenistan team began the Asian Cup qualifying round with a confident victory
04.09.2025The Turkmenistan U23 national football team secured a convincing 5-1 victory over Chinese Taipei in their first match of the Asian Cup qualifying round. The match was held in Amman, Jordan, according to IIC. Dayanch Meredov opened the scoring in the 19th minute, and Sohbet Durdyev doubled the lead in the 32nd minute. Before the break, the Turkmen players conceded a goal, but Meredov soon scored his second. In the second half, D. Meredov completed his hat-trick, and in the second minute of added time, Abdyrahman Annamyradov set the final score of the match at 5-1. This victory earned the Turkmen national team three points in Group A. The Turkmen footballers will play their next match on 6 September against the Bhutan youth team.
Turkmenistan's trade turnover with the Persian Gulf states reaches $2 billion
04.09.2025In 2024, trade turnover between the Persian Gulf countries and Central Asia reached $3.3 billion, which is 4.2 times higher than in 2020. This was reported by the online publication Arzuw.news. Turkmenistan became the largest partner of the Gulf countries with a volume of $2 billion (61% of total trade), increasing trade almost tenfold. Uzbekistan ranked second with $740 million (23%), and Kazakhstan ranked third with $302 million (9%). The UAE remains the absolute leader among the Gulf countries, accounting for 97% of trade with the region. Overall, 80% of turnover consists of supplies from the Gulf countries to Central Asia. For Turkmenistan, this trade accounts for about 10% of foreign trade, the highest figure in the region. Experts estimate the unrealised potential of mutual trade at $4.9 billion, mainly due to exports of cars, electronics and jewellery from the Gulf, as well as metals and agricultural products from Central Asia.
Schoolchildren of Turkmenistan will be able to take part in the international XCEL Olympiads
04.09.2025Registration for the new season of XCEL international Olympiads is now open for Turkmen schoolchildren in grades 3-12. The intellectual competitions will be held in four areas: mathematics (MathXCEL), cognitive abilities (CogATXCEL), robotics (RobotiXCEL) and art (ArtXCEL). This was reported by the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. The project provides an opportunity for schoolchildren to demonstrate their knowledge and creativity on the global stage, gaining valuable experience. There are some updates for the current season: RobotiXCEL will include tasks with elements of artificial intelligence and robotics, and the ArtXCEL theme will be expanded to include research into the role of AI in the creative process. Students from Turkmenistan already demonstrated high results last season, winning medals and confirming their competitiveness at the international level. The winners of the national stage will have the right to represent the country at the world finals in Los Angeles in January 2026. Registration for the Olympiad is open on the official website xceledu.ai.
Turkmenistan and Italy discussed deepening bilateral cooperation
04.09.2025On 3 September, Turkmenistan's Ambassador to Italy T. Komekov held a meeting with Italy's Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister and International Cooperation E. Cirielli. The negotiation was held at the Italian Foreign Affairs Ministry and focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in various areas. This was reported by the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The parties discussed prospects for the development of relations in the political-diplomatic, trade-economic and scientific-cultural fields. Particular attention was paid to the preparation of an exhibition of unique artefacts from ancient Margiana and Nisa, which will be held at the Capitoline Museum in Rome. The exhibition will include valuable finds discovered by joint Turkmen-Italian archaeological expeditions. The meeting also discussed the organisation of the President of Turkmenistan's visit to Italy in 2025 and the holding of events with the participation of the heads of relevant departments of the two countries. At the end of the meeting, the parties confirmed their mutual interest in further strengthening their partnership and exchanged wishes for peace and prosperity for the peoples of Turkmenistan and Italy.
Avaza to host Turkmenistan Investment Forum
04.09.2025The Organising Committee of the Turkmenistan Investment Forum 2025 (TIF 2025) has announced that the event will be held on 18–19 September at the Congress Centre of the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The choice of the new venue underscores the desire to combine a rich business programme with opportunities for informal communication in a modern resort atmosphere. Registration has been extended until 10 September 2025. The forum is held with the support of the Ministry of Finance and Economy and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan in conjunction with ‘Turkmen Congress’ and is the largest platform for discussing investments, strategic development directions and international partnerships.
An evening of Pakistani culture was held in Ashgabat
04.09.2025On 2 September, a cultural event organised by the Pakistani diplomatic mission was held at the ‘Ýyldyz’ Hotel in Ashgabat. The evening, dedicated to the music and culinary traditions of Pakistan, brought together diplomats, journalists and representatives of cultural circles, according to the Orient news agency. This was one of the first official events under the leadership of the new Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Pakistan to Turkmenistan, Faryal Leghari, who took office a month ago. Guests were greeted by an exhibition of folk crafts and modern Pakistani companies, symbolically combining historical heritage and economic prospects. In her address, Faryal Leghari emphasised the friendly ties between the two countries, noted the spiritual closeness of their cultures and proposed expanding cooperation through joint festivals, exhibitions and exchanges. Her words were echoed by the Minister of Culture of Turkmenistan, Atageldi Shamyradov, who expressed his confidence in the further development of humanitarian ties. The programme included performances by musicians and a gastronomic part: guests tasted traditional dishes such as samosa, malai boti, biryani, kebab and korma. The evening was a vivid example of how culture and cuisine can serve as instruments of diplomacy and mutual understanding.
A collection on cooperation with Turkmenistan has been published in India
04.09.2025The Indian publishing house ‘Pentagon Press LLP’ has released an English-language collection entitled ‘India-Turkmenistan: Perspectives on History, Culture and Economy,’ prepared with the participation of the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (IIR MFA) of Turkmenistan. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. One of the book's editors, Professor Ovezdurdy Muhammetberdiyev, Doctor of Sociology at the IIO MFA, noted that the aim of the publication is not simply to publish materials, but to produce a fundamental scientific and historical work that reflects the centuries-old ties between the two countries and serves as a basis for future research. The authors of the collection are leading diplomats, scholars and statesmen of Turkmenistan and India, including Chynar Rustemova, Amangeldi Rahmanov, Sapar Berdiniyazov and Nurberdi Amanmyradov. Their personal experience and analytical assessments give the book special value. The main idea of the publication is the historical depth of Turkmen-Indian relations, which date back to the times of the Great Silk Road, as well as the dynamic development of modern political and economic cooperation, including projects in energy, digital technologies, education and culture. Particular emphasis is placed on the contribution of the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, and the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. The book is published in English for an international audience, but a Turkmen edition is also being prepared for the general public in the country. The project is seen as the beginning of more extensive cooperation, including conferences, scientific exchanges and joint research. According to Muhammetberdiyev, the collection has become a ‘bridge of friendship and mutual understanding’ between the two peoples and an important step in strengthening the strategic partnership between Turkmenistan and India.
Ashgabat hosts event to mark Uzbekistan's Independence Day
04.09.2025A reception organised by the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Turkmenistan was held at the ‘Ýyldyz’ Hotel in the capital to mark the 34th anniversary of Uzbekistan's independence. This was reported by IIC. The event was attended by high-ranking representatives of the Turkmen government, politicians, businessmen and cultural figures, as well as diplomats and international guests. In his welcoming speech, Ravshanbek Alimov, Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Turkmenistan, noted the country's achievements in the economic and social spheres and emphasised the strengthening of its position in the international arena. On behalf of the Turkmen side, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Nokerguly Atagulyev delivered congratulations from President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and wishes for prosperity to Uzbekistan. The guests also got acquainted with the rich Uzbek culture at an exhibition of folk art and national clothing, while a stand on tourism showcased the country's historic cities and traditions. The event was yet another confirmation of the development of friendly and strategic relations between Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.
Turkmenistan aims to develop educational ties with China
04.09.2025During a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov discussed expanding cooperation in the fields of education, science and culture, according to the news website Turkmenportal. It was noted that many Turkmen students are currently studying at Chinese universities. Serdar Berdimuhamedov expressed his gratitude for the conditions created and stated his intention to deepen educational ties. Particular attention was paid to the development of scientific partnerships, joint projects in the field of high technology and artificial intelligence, as well as research in the historical and archaeological spheres. The President of Turkmenistan emphasised the importance of parliamentary, public, youth and women's diplomacy, noting his readiness to implement joint initiatives and exchange experience in this area.
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