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Representatives of the Turkmen media are learning about modern media technologies in China
16.09.2026Representatives of the Turkmen media are taking part in the China International Press Communication Centre (CIPCC) 2026 international training programme, which is being held in China from September to December. The programme combines theoretical sessions, Chinese language lessons and practical training in modern media technologies, according to the IIC. The programme was officially launched on 8 September. During the first few days, participants attended a lecture by Li Yunhui, a research fellow at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, on the national characteristics of the People’s Republic of China, strategic partnerships with regions and the workings of modern media. The programme also featured a lecture by Zhao Ping, head of China Global Television Network (CGTN), on the application of artificial intelligence in the development of the media industry and international communications. The students visited the 11th ‘Colourful World’ cultural exhibition as part of the China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) and took part in the international event ‘East Meets West: Charming Beijing’. In addition, they attended practical Chinese language classes focused on everyday communication.
Turkmenistan and South Korea are to join forces in the production of IT equipment
16.09.2026In Seoul, the business association ‘Amatly çözgüt’ and the South Korean company ‘S&T System Inc.’ signed an agreement to establish the joint venture ‘Yerli Tor’. This was reported by IIC of Turkmenistan. The venture will manufacture IT equipment for government agencies, large companies, data centres and infrastructure facilities. The product range will include servers, data storage systems and networking equipment. The South Korean side will provide technology transfer, technical solutions and expert support. The Turkmen side will be responsible for adapting the products to local standards, establishing the production infrastructure and introducing the equipment to the domestic market. Production will include the assembly and configuration of equipment, quality control, testing and software integration. Warranty and after-sales services are also provided for. Going forward, the parties plan to increase the level of localisation in production, train national specialists and introduce new technological solutions.
The Turkmen dance ‘Kushtdepdi’ was performed at a festival in Islamabad
16.09.2026The Turkmen Ambassador to Pakistan, A. Movlamov, took part in a celebratory event held on 9 September in Islamabad at the National Museum of Pakistan to mark the Independence Days of the Central Asian states and Azerbaijan. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The Heads of the diplomatic missions of the Central Asian states, Azerbaijan and the Russian Federation congratulated those present on their national holidays. In their speeches, they emphasised the importance of cultural diplomacy and humanitarian cooperation in strengthening friendship, mutual respect and mutual understanding between peoples. The concert programme centred on performances by Pakistani artists, who presented traditional dances and musical compositions whilst wearing the national costumes of the peoples of Central Asia and Azerbaijan. The traditional Turkmen dance ‘Kushtdepdi’, reflecting the distinctiveness of Turkmenistan’s national cultural heritage, was also performed. The event was organised by the Eurasian Peoples Friendship Forum in conjunction with the embassies of the Central Asian countries, with the support of the National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage of Pakistan.
The Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan were discussed at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Islamabad
16.09.2026A round-table discussion was held at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Islamabad, dedicated to the forthcoming session of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan. The event was attended by a delegation from the Pakistan Youth Parliament, led by its President, Ubaid Ur Rehman Qureshi, according to IIC of Turkmenistan. The participants discussed the significance of the Halk Maslahaty meeting, which is due to take place on 23 September. It was noted that this will be an important socio-political event, during which the results of the work carried out will be summarised and priorities for the country’s further socio-economic development will be set. Particular attention was paid to the upcoming session in the context of the 35th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s independence, as well as the country’s main achievements since independence and its future objectives. The parties also discussed the international initiative by the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, to declare 2028 the Year of International Law. It was noted that the relevant resolution of the UN General Assembly had been adopted on the initiative of Turkmenistan, with 78 states acting as co-sponsors. Representatives of the Pakistan Youth Parliament highlighted the constructive nature of Turkmenistan’s foreign policy, which is based on the principles of permanent neutrality, mutual respect and good-neighbourliness. Following the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their interest in further developing ties between the youth and parliamentary bodies of the two countries, exchanging experience and organising joint events. Their aim will be to strengthen friendship and mutual understanding between the peoples of Turkmenistan and Pakistan.
Turkmenistan and Moldova are expanding their inter-parliamentary cooperation
16.09.2026On 14 September, a meeting of the Turkmen-Moldovan and Moldovan-Turkmen Interparliamentary Friendship Groups took place at the Mejlis of Turkmenistan. This was reported by the press office of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan. The parties discussed ways to improve the work of the groups established on a bilateral basis and to strengthen ties between the relevant committees. It was noted that relations between the countries are developing successfully in various fields, based on the principles of equality, mutual respect and mutual benefit. Due to the efforts of the leaders of Turkmenistan and Moldova, bilateral cooperation is being stepped up, including the expansion of opportunities for parliamentary interaction. The Head of the Moldovan-Turkmen friendship group was briefed on the main directions of Turkmenistan’s domestic and foreign policy, based on the principles of positive neutrality, peace, humanism and trust, the composition of the Mejlis, as well as the work being carried out in the country in the fields of trade and the economy, culture and humanitarian aid, science and education, and social welfare. Following the meeting, the parties noted the development of mutually beneficial relations and expressed their support for continuing the exchange of experience in legislative work, stepping up the activities of inter-parliamentary friendship groups, establishing contacts between relevant committees, organising reciprocal visits by delegations and holding meetings.
The Indian Embassy in Turkmenistan organised an event to mark Hindi Day
16.09.2026The Indian Embassy in Ashgabat hosted a celebratory event to mark Hindi Day. Guests were treated to an official programme, musical and dance performances, as well as dishes from traditional Indian cuisine. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. As Bandaru Wilsonbabu, the Indian Ambassador to Turkmenistan, pointed out, Hindi Day is celebrated annually on 14 September to mark the adoption of Hindi as India’s official language in 1949. According to him, Hindi is spoken by over 600 million people, making it the third most widely spoken language in the world — not merely a language, but a means of expressing Indian culture. The diplomat noted that Hindi, being related to other languages of India, serves as a bridge between speakers of local languages across the country, and is also known for its simplicity and rich literary traditions. Wilsonbabu reported that over 40 students are studying Hindi at the Azadi Institute of World Languages in Ashgabat, some of whom have undergone language training at the Kendriya Hindi Sansthan Institute in Agra. The Embassy will continue to cooperate with the Government of Turkmenistan on matters relating to language learning. The Ambassador emphasised that India, as a partner among the developing countries of the ‘Wider Neighbourhood’, would continue to share its development experience, taking into account Turkmenistan’s needs and priorities, and expressed confidence in the strengthening of the partnership between the two countries. Myahri Byashimova, Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister of Turkmenistan, stated that, against the backdrop of the emerging new architecture of international relations, mutual respect, trust, good-neighbourliness and constructive dialogue are particularly essential — it is precisely these principles, she said, that underpin the development of relations between Turkmenistan and India. The Deputy Minister expressed her confidence in the further strengthening of friendly ties between the two countries and wished the Indian people peace, stability and prosperity. She noted that India possesses a rich historical and cultural heritage and is a dynamically developing nation with significant economic, scientific, technological and human potential. Byashimova emphasised that Turkmenistan and India are linked by traditionally friendly and mutually respectful relations, based on mutual trust and equality, and highlighted the important role of cultural and humanitarian cooperation in strengthening the friendship between the peoples of the two countries.
An exhibition on healthcare, education and sport is to be held in Turkmenistan
16.09.2026From 10 to 12 October, the Exhibition Centre of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan will host the International Exhibition and Scientific Conference ‘Healthcare, Education and Sports in the Renaissance Era of a New Epoch of a Powerful State’. This has been reported by IIC of Turkmenistan. The event will bring together companies, experts, specialist organisations and industry representatives from Turkmenistan and abroad. The focus will be on modern technologies, new solutions, the exchange of expertise and the development of international cooperation. Over the course of three days, the exhibition, B2B and B2G meetings, expert discussions, technology presentations and masterclasses will all take place at a single venue. Within the healthcare sector, the programme will cover internal medicine, neurology and rehabilitation, cardiology, modern clinical protocols in cardiology and cardiac surgery, oncology, ophthalmology, infectious diseases, maternal and child health, surgery, public health and epidemiology, digital medicine, laboratory and functional diagnostic tests, the pathophysiology of non-communicable diseases and the physiology of the healthy body, plastic and reconstructive surgery, and aesthetic medicine. The education track will discuss innovative technologies in education, improvements in foreign language teaching, science and innovative technologies, the training of high-level specialists, and the digital economy as a prerequisite for sustainable development. Under the ‘Sport and Science’ theme, participants will examine innovative technologies in sport, the preparation of national teams for the upcoming Olympic Games, the Olympic philosophy and healthy lifestyles, as well as the natural and exact sciences. Participants will present solutions in the fields of medical technology, pharmaceuticals, educational programmes, sports equipment, fitness and rehabilitation; they will establish business contacts and discuss opportunities for cooperation in Turkmenistan.
The Chairwoman of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan met with a delegation from Moldova
15.09.2026On 14 September 2026, the Chairwoman of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan, D. Gulmanova, met with a delegation led by Petru Burduja, Chair of the Moldovan-Turkmen Parliamentary Friendship Group. This was reported by the press office of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan. The meeting covered the main priorities of Turkmenistan’s foreign policy, the work of the national Parliament, and the legislative framework for socio-economic reforms. The parties noted the significance of the UN General Assembly resolution ‘2028 – Year of International Law’, adopted on the initiative of Turkmenistan. Particular attention was paid to the development of inter-parliamentary dialogue and the work of parliamentary friendship groups. Political, diplomatic, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian ties between the two countries were also discussed. D. Gulmanova emphasised the important role of parliamentary cooperation in strengthening Turkmenistan’s relations with the Republic of Moldova and other states. The parties reaffirmed their readiness to continue cooperation on the basis of mutual respect, equality and trust.
Meetings were held in Turkmenistan with a delegation from Moldova
15.09.2026On 14 September, as part of a visit to Turkmenistan by a delegation from the Republic of Moldova led by Petru Burduja, Chair of the Moldovan side of the Parliamentary Friendship Group, meetings were held at a number of ministries, the Foreign Affairs Ministry and the Mejlis. This was reported by the news agency TDH. At the Mejlis, a meeting was held with the Chairwoman of the Mejlis, D. Gulmanova, and a session of the Turkmen-Moldovan Parliamentary Friendship Group took place. Representatives of Turkmenistan briefed the delegation on the main directions of the country’s domestic and foreign policy, as well as the Mejlis’s legislative activities. The parties discussed the current state and prospects of Turkmen-Moldovan relations. Particular attention was paid to intensifying inter-parliamentary dialogue, exchanging experience in the legislative sphere and expanding inter-state cooperation. The meeting’s participants reviewed plans for developing parliamentary contacts, including regular meetings and reciprocal visits, as well as cooperation between relevant committees. Trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian cooperation were discussed separately. The parties noted the potential for expanding cooperation and implementing joint projects. Members of the delegation from the Republic of Moldova expressed an interest in further developing cooperation with Turkmenistan. The parties reaffirmed their readiness to implement previously reached agreements and to continue developing bilateral relations. The visit also includes meetings at a number of ministries and a sightseeing tour of Ashgabat.
The Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan discussed cooperation with the Moldovan parliament
15.09.2026On 14 September, a meeting took place at the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan between Myahri Byashimova, Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister of Turkmenistan, and Petru Burduja, a Member of the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova and Chair of the Parliamentary Friendship Group with Turkmenistan. This was reported by the press office of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of inter-parliamentary cooperation between the two countries. Particular attention was paid to strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation in the political, trade and economic, cultural and humanitarian, and other spheres. The participants in the meeting noted the important role of parliamentary diplomacy in strengthening mutual understanding and expressed their readiness to promote the further development of inter-parliamentary ties.
OGT 2026 will bring together participants from 40 countries in Ashgabat
15.09.2026More than 400 participants have registered for the 31st International Conference and Exhibition ‘Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan – 2026’ (OGT 2026), which will take place in Ashgabat on 21–23 October. This was reported by the online publication ‘Business Turkmenistan’. Among those registered are more than 300 foreign delegates from around 40 countries. More than 100 companies will be taking part in the forum for the first time. All exhibition space at OGT Expo 2026 is already fully booked. The Malaysian national pavilion will bring together more than 20 companies. A strong showing from Chinese businesses is also expected. The business programme will cover the development of the ‘Galkynyş’ field, the TAPI project, the development of resources in Turkmenistan’s sector of the Caspian Sea, gas processing and oil and gas chemicals, investment, digitalisation and environmental technologies. As part of the forum, B2B and B2G meetings will be held between foreign companies and representatives of Turkmenistan’s oil and gas sector. The event will be covered by international and industry media, including ‘Euronews’, ‘Energy Intelligence’ and the ‘Petroleum Economist’. Registration for participants is still open.
Eighteen transactions were recorded on the Turkmenistan Stock Exchange over the course of the week
15.09.2026Last week, 18 transactions were recorded at the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan. This was reported by the news agency TDH. Business representatives from Turkey and India purchased wheat flour and liquorice root extract using foreign currency. The total value of the transactions exceeded 531,000 US dollars. On the domestic market, local entrepreneurs purchased liquorice root extract, liquorice root glycyrrhizic acid, cotton yarn, raw silk, cotton fibre, crude fatty acids from cotton seed meal, cotton waste and glass containers. The total value of the transactions amounted to over 328 million 843 thousand manats.
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