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Turkmenistan has increased the number of border crossings for the evacuation of foreigners from Iran
04.03.2026Turkmenistan has opened additional border crossings for the evacuation of foreign citizens from Iran. This was reported by the IIC with reference to the Embassy of the Russian Federation in Turkmenistan. According to published data, the following checkpoints are available for the evacuation of citizens of the Russian Federation: — Serahs (previously operational); — Artyk – Lutfabad; — Gaudan – Bajgiran; — Akyayla – Incheburun; — Altyn Asyr – Incheburun. It is noted that Turkmenistan already has experience in conducting such humanitarian operations. Last summer, against the backdrop of the previous escalation of the situation around Iran, the Turkmen side ensured the safe transit of more than 4,000 foreign citizens. At that time, representatives of 52 states appealed to the Turkmen authorities with a request to evacuate their compatriots.
Russia and Uzbekistan coordinate evacuation of citizens via Turkmenistan
04.03.2026Turkmenistan has become a key transit hub for Russian and Uzbek citizens leaving Iran amid the escalating situation in the region. Officials from the diplomatic departments of both countries have announced coordinated measures to organise a land corridor, according to IIC. With air travel restricted, Turkmenistan has become a strategic humanitarian hub, ensuring the safe and unhindered transit of foreign citizens through its territory. The Embassy of the Russian Federation in Iran has developed a procedure for citizens who are unable to use direct flights to leave by car. Border crossing is organised through the Serahs checkpoint. To coordinate transit with the Turkmen side, Russians must send a package of documents in advance to the Russian diplomatic mission in Iran. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan has ensured close cooperation between the embassy in Ashgabat and the authorised bodies of Turkmenistan. Employees of the Uzbek diplomatic mission are organising a meeting with compatriots directly at the border in the city of Serahs. The embassy's motor transport in Ashgabat is being used to ensure prompt and safe transit.
Turkmen entrepreneurs are focused on building large-scale facilities
04.03.2026Members of the Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs of Turkmenistan intend to invest in several key projects in 2026. This was reported by the online publication ‘Business Turkmenistan’, citing the newspaper ‘Neutral Turkmenistan’. In Ashgabat, there are plans to build two-storey shopping centres in the Gurtly district and retail and service complexes in Parahat-7. In the Ak Bugday etrap of the Ahal velayat, construction will begin on an 11-hectare site for a factory producing a wide range of textile products. In the agro-industrial sector, priority is given to the creation of new livestock and poultry farms, the expansion of greenhouses, and the establishment of orchards and vegetable plantations using water-saving technologies. Turkmenistan's socio-economic development programme for 2026 aims to support small and medium-sized businesses, with the private sector's share of GDP projected at 72.9% (excluding the fuel and energy complex). In addition, it is planned to create 5,245 new jobs through the construction and modernisation of production facilities in various industries.
Turkmenistan will be represented at the sports programming championship
03.03.2026Programmers from Turkmenistan will take part in the final of the ‘Central Asia Programming Championship 2026’ International Programming Competition, according to the Orient news agency. The final competition will take place on 27 March in Shymkent (Kazakhstan) as part of the ‘Digital Qazaqstan 2026’ forum. The tournament will feature the best developers from Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan. After online selection held on 28 February, the finalists will solve complex algorithmic problems at the ICPC (International Collegiate Programming Contest) level. The prize fund for the championship is 3 million tenge: 1.5 million for first place, 1 million for second place, and 500,000 for third place. The organisers (Alem.ai Foundation, Astana Hub and the Kazakhstan Competitive Programming Federation) will cover the finalists' travel and accommodation expenses. In addition to the competition, participants will enjoy an educational programme with presentations by senior developers from Meta, Google, Booking and other IT companies, creating opportunities for networking and career contacts.
Turkmenistan and Greece discussed expanding cooperation
03.03.2026Sapar Palvanov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Belgium, met with Ioannis Vrailas, Permanent Representative of Greece to the European Union. This was reported by the online publication ‘Business Turkmenistan’. The parties discussed the current state and prospects of bilateral relations. They noted the positive dynamics of trade turnover and the development of political dialogue, which is becoming more stable and substantive. Cooperation in the ‘European Union-Turkmenistan’ format was considered separately. The need to intensify cooperation, strengthen the legal framework and further institutionalise relations was emphasised. Following the meeting, mutual interest in expanding the partnership and taking it to a qualitatively new level was confirmed.
Applications are now being accepted for the television competition ‘The Flight of the Horse: Strength and Grace’
03.03.2026Turkmenistan has begun accepting applications for the Interstate Television Film Competition of the Commonwealth of Independent States, entitled ‘The Flight of the Horse: Strength and Grace.’ This information comes from IIC. The project aims to strengthen cultural and humanitarian cooperation between the CIS countries and uses the art of cinema to reveal the beauty, grace and unique role of horses in world history and culture. The competition is expected to become a platform for professional exchange of experience between filmmakers and television journalists of the Commonwealth. It is noted that the competition contributes to the international promotion of Ahal-Teke horses as an important element of Turkmenistan's national cultural heritage, as well as the development of humanitarian cooperation within the CIS.
Turkmenistan emphasised the role of women in strengthening society
03.03.2026A solemn conference entitled ‘Ene hüwdüsi iň kämil eser’ was held at the Capital's Centre for Public Organisations to mark International Women's Day. The event was organised jointly by the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, the Mejlis of Turkmenistan, the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan, the Secretariat of the National Commission of Turkmenistan for UNESCO and the Central Council of the Union of Women of Turkmenistan as part of the year ‘Independent Neutral Turkmenistan − the Homeland of Purposeful Winged Horses’. This was reported by the publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. During the conference, speeches were made on the importance of women's labour, the development of national handicrafts in the modern era and issues of preserving spiritual traditions. The ceremony continued with a song and music programme featuring artists from across the country. The compositions performed reflected the themes of continuity of craft traditions, raising children and strengthening family values. The speakers emphasised that women in Turkmenistan are traditionally held in high esteem, and their contribution to raising the younger generation and preserving national customs is highly valued. The role of maternal love, kindness and patience in shaping the harmonious personality of young people was noted. It was also emphasised that the distinctive traditions of the people are being further developed at the present stage, including in matters of raising children in the national spirit. Particular attention was paid to the importance of the mother's lullaby as an important foundation for a prosperous future. It was noted that the country is consistently creating conditions for women's employment, self-realisation and education. The speeches highlighted the role of mothers in strengthening national unity, social cohesion and raising young people in the spirit of patriotism and respect for family values.
Car owners in Turkmenistan now can pay fines more easily
03.03.2026In Turkmenistan, the capabilities of the Ministry of Internal Affairs' ‘Galkan Tölеg’ mobile application have been expanded, allowing for faster and more convenient payment of fines. This was reported by IIC. The programme allows users to register vehicles and quickly pay traffic fines using their bank cards by entering the number of the fine. It is noted that after the payment is made, the information about the fine is automatically deleted from the database, which simplifies the procedure for car owners. The app is available for download on mobile devices and is designed to increase the convenience and speed of payments.
The President of Turkmenistan sent congratulations to the President of the Republic of Bulgaria
03.03.2026President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent congratulations to President of the Republic of Bulgaria Iliana Yotova on the occasion of the country's national holiday, Liberation Day. This was reported by the news agency TDH. The Head of State wished President Yotova good health and happiness, and the people of Bulgaria peace, stable development and prosperity.
The National Leader of the Turkmen people sent his condolences to the President of Iran
03.03.2026The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov sent his condolences to the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian and the entire Iranian people on the passing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Sayyid Ali Khamenei. This was reported by the online news resource Asmannews. Hero Arkadag expressed his sincere words of support to the relatives and loved ones of the deceased, wishing that the soul of the departed may find eternal peace and that the earth rest lightly upon him.
The capital of Turkmenistan resounded with world jazz hits
03.03.2026A concert entitled ‘Jazz till dawn’ was held in Ashgabat, organised by a group of mainly young musicians. For the evening, the ‘Watan’ cinema and concert centre was transformed into an intimate venue with atmospheric lighting and a stylised stage, according to the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The programme featured well-known compositions such as ‘I Wanna Be Loved by You’, ‘Ain't Got No’, ‘I Feel Good’, ‘Je veux’ and others. Dovran Shammyev's performance of ‘It's a Man's Man's Man's World’ was particularly well received. The orchestra was conducted by Kovus Byashimov, Aram Bazikyan's drum kit was set up in the centre of the stage, and the piano part was performed by Vladimir Mkrtumov, Honoured Artist of Turkmenistan. According to K. Byashimov, the ‘Big Band Orchestra’ was created with the aim of developing jazz in Turkmenistan. Art director Myahri Shammyeva participated in the organisation of the project. The audience warmly received the programme, and the organisers are already preparing a new concert production, continuing to expand the genre palette of the capital's musical evenings.
The Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan issued a statement to the media
02.03.2026The Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan has expressed concern over the deteriorating situation in the Middle East, emphasising that the escalation has occurred during a period of active diplomatic efforts to stabilise the situation in the region. This was reported by the press service of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The ministry recalled that Turkmenistan, which has permanent neutrality status enshrined in the UN, consistently advocates for the settlement of international disputes exclusively on the basis of the norms of the UN Charter and the principles of international law.
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