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The Foreign Ministries of Turkmenistan and the United States discussed bilateral cooperation
24.03.2026On 23 March, Rashid Meredov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, held a meeting with Elizabeth Rood, the US Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Turkmenistan. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The parties discussed current issues of bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest. Particular attention was paid to the outcome of the visit to the US in February this year by the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan.
Turkmenistan presented a collection of works on international relations
24.03.2026The Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan has published the third edition of the collection ‘Current Issues in Contemporary International Relations’. The publication marks the 35th anniversary of the country’s independence and the 18th anniversary of the university’s founding, according to the website of the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. The collection has been published by the ‘Ylym’ publishing house of the Academy of Sciences and includes academic papers by master’s students from the 2025–2026 academic year. The materials cover topics such as digital diplomacy, international law, economics, political communications, online journalism and Oriental studies. Particular attention is paid to the analysis of political and economic processes in the countries of East and Central Asia. The papers examine Turkmenistan’s foreign policy course, based on the principles of permanent neutrality. The publication is intended for students, researchers and specialists in the field of international relations.
The Turkmen Stock Exchange conducted 29 transactions over the course of the week
23.03.2026A total of 29 deals were concluded during the week on the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. Companies from the United Arab Emirates, Afghanistan, Georgia and Uzbekistan purchased polypropylene and base oil produced by the State Concern ‘Türkmennebit’, as well as liquefied gas from the ‘Türkmengaz’ State Concern, in exchange for foreign currency. The total value of export transactions exceeded US$13,889,000. In addition, textile products, including terry and denim fabrics, were sold for export. The buyers were companies from the United Arab Emirates, Kyrgyzstan and Azerbaijan. On the domestic market, entrepreneurs purchased polypropylene, base oil and packaging film produced by ‘Türkmennebit’. The value of the transactions exceeded 26,251,000 manats.
Turkmenistan is developing training for badminton coaches
23.03.2026A badminton training seminar aimed at coaching development was held in Ashgabat. This was reported by the Orient news agency. The event was organised by the Badminton Asia Confederation and the Badminton Federation of Turkmenistan, with the participation of international experts. The seminar was attended by 24 instructors and coaches who had completed the ‘Shuttle Time’ programme. At the end of the nine-day course, participants were awarded international certificates. The second stage of the seminar is scheduled for April 2026. During the visit, the parties discussed the development of cooperation, including an invitation to a coach from Malaysia. The formation of national teams is planned to begin at the Turkmenistan Championships on 4–5 December in the U12, U15 and U18 categories.
Turkmenistan and China discussed the implementation of the agreements reached
23.03.2026On 23 March, Rashid Meredov, Foreign Affairs Minister of Turkmenistan, held a meeting with Ji Shumin, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to Turkmenistan. This was reported by the press service of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The parties discussed the development of Turkmen-Chinese cooperation. The main focus was on the results of the recent visit to the People’s Republic of China by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, during which a meeting took place with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The diplomats also exchanged views on the implementation of the agreements reached.
The Chairwoman of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan has sent her congratulations to her Pakistani colleagues
23.03.2026The Chairwoman of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan, Dunyagozel Gulmanova, has sent messages of congratulations on the occasion of International Nowruz Day to the Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan, Syed Yousuf Raza Gillani, and the Speaker of the National Assembly, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq. This was reported by the press service of the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Pakistan. In her messages, the Chairwoman of the Mejlis emphasised that this joyous holiday, symbolising renewal, harmony and beauty, brings joy to people and helps to strengthen the values of mutual understanding and unity. The Chairwoman of the Mejlis expressed her confidence that inter-parliamentary cooperation, which is an important part of bilateral relations, will continue to develop and strengthen for the benefit of the peoples of both countries. In addition, Dunyagozel Gulmanova wished Pakistani parliamentary leaders good health and further success in their public service.
Mishustin confirmed the strategic partnership between Russia and Turkmenistan
23.03.2026Russia and Turkmenistan maintain strong friendly ties and a strategic partnership. This is stated in a message from Mikhail Mishustin, Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, addressed to Serdar Berdimuhamedov, President of Turkmenistan, according to the news website Turkmenportal. ‘Russia and Turkmenistan are linked by strong ties of friendship and strategic partnership. I confirm our readiness to work actively at the governmental level to further expand the full range of practical cooperation and implement major joint projects in various areas of mutual interest,’ the letter states. M. Mishustin, on behalf of the Russian government and on a personal note, congratulated the President of Turkmenistan on the holidays of Eid al-Fitr and International Nowruz Day, emphasising that they symbolise the renewal of nature and serve as a reminder of the importance of kindness and mutual understanding. In conclusion, the Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation wished Serdar Berdimuhamedov good health, happiness and further success in his work for the benefit of the country.
The Prime Minister of Georgia has expressed his willingness to strengthen ties with Turkmenistan
23.03.2026Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze has expressed his readiness to strengthen bilateral relations between Georgia and Turkmenistan, according to the news website Turkmenportal. This is stated in a congratulatory letter from the Georgian Prime Minister sent to the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, on the occasion of International Nowruz Day. ‘Allow me to express my deep respect to you and to reaffirm my readiness to further strengthen relations between Georgia and Turkmenistan through joint efforts,’ noted Irakli Kobakhidze. The Prime Minister also wished Serdar Berdimuhamedov success in his state duties, and the people of Turkmenistan peace, well-being and prosperity.
Turkmen language is set to be taught in educational institutions in China
23.03.2026Turkmenistan is ready to send teachers and specialists to China to organise the teaching of the Turkmen language in educational institutions. This was stated in an interview with ‘CGTN’ by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, as reported by TDH. According to Hero Arkadag, cooperation in the field of education is developing actively. Currently, more than 10,000 citizens of Turkmenistan are studying in China, whilst in Turkmenistan, the Chinese language is taught at nine higher education institutions and ten schools. A willingness to facilitate the introduction of Turkmen language teaching in Chinese educational institutions, with the involvement of specialists, was noted. The importance of cultural and scientific-educational cooperation was also emphasised. The possibility of opening Turkmen cultural centres in China and Chinese cultural centres in Turkmenistan is being considered.
The ‘Döwletliler köşgi’ Palace celebrated the spring festival with gifts for the children
23.03.2026Turkmenistan celebrated the National Spring Festival – International Nowruz Day – on a grand scale. The festive programme placed particular emphasis on children, according to the press office of the country’s Ministry of Education. Students at the ‘Döwletliler köşgi’ Palace received gifts on behalf of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, and President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. The gift sets included fruit, sweets and other treats. The children’s joy was genuine: they responded to the festive initiative with songs, dances and poems. The presentation of gifts on Nowruz is a long-standing tradition that remains an important element of the holiday. The event took place in a warm and festive atmosphere. The children had the opportunity to experience the significance of the holiday and the joy of celebrating together.
Negotiations in Beijing have strengthened Turkmen-Chinese cooperation
23.03.2026The friendly visit to the People’s Republic of China by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, was one of the key diplomatic events of 2026. This was reported by AsmanNews. During the visit, a meeting took place with the President of the PRC, Xi Jinping. The parties discussed the development of bilateral cooperation, including trade, infrastructure projects and cooperation in the energy sector. Particular attention was paid to the oil and gas sector. Hero Arkadag held talks with the leadership of the CNPC corporation, during which issues relating to the extraction and processing of hydrocarbons, as well as the introduction of modern technologies, were discussed. Following the visit, the State Concern ‘Türkmengaz’ was authorised to sign a contract with ‘CNPC Amudarya Petroleum Company Ltd.’ The agreement aims to develop cooperation and attract investment into the sector. During the visit, the National Leader gave an interview to the ‘CGTN’ television channel, emphasising the importance of energy cooperation and the stability of bilateral relations. The agreements reached are aimed at expanding economic cooperation and further developing the strategic partnership between Turkmenistan and China.
Serdar Berdimuhamedov congratulated the Pakistani leadership on their national holiday
23.03.2026The President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, has sent his congratulations to the President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari, the Prime Minister, Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, and the people of the country on the occasion of Pakistan Day. This was reported by TDH. In his message, the Head of State noted the steady development of bilateral relations, based on the principles of equality, mutual respect and trust. He emphasised Turkmenistan’s interest in further expanding cooperation and taking it to a new level. The President of Turkmenistan also wished the leadership of Pakistan good health and well-being, and the people of the country peace, progress and prosperity.
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