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Turkmenistan and Niger discussed prospects for cooperation
20.09.2025On 18 September, in Tehran, a meeting was held in Tehran between the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to the Islamic Republic of Iran, Ilyas Gayipov, and the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Niger to Turkmenistan (residing in Tehran), Seydou Zatou Ali. This was reported by the press service of the Turkmen diplomatic mission. During the negotiation, the parties discussed the prospects for developing cooperation between Turkmenistan and Niger, as well as current international and regional issues of mutual interest.
The Embassy of Turkmenistan in Saudi Arabia held a round table discussion
20.09.2025A round table was held at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on 17 September this year. The event was dedicated to two key events: the proclamation of 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust and the upcoming meeting of the Halk Maslahaty. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The meeting was attended by diplomatic mission staff and representatives of the Turkmen diaspora living in Saudi Arabia. Participants were given a detailed account of the large-scale work being carried out in Turkmenistan as part of the International Year of Peace and Trust. Particular attention was paid to the significance of the Halk Maslahaty meeting scheduled for 19 September in Ashgabat for the country and the Turkmen people. At the end of the event, guests were shown a video demonstrating Turkmenistan's achievements in various fields and its contribution to strengthening global stability.
Turkmenistan and the IAEA discussed key issues of cooperation
20.09.2025On the sidelines of the 69th session of the IAEA General Conference in Vienna, a meeting was held between Deputy Minister of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan Azat Ovezov and IAEA Deputy Director General Liu Hua. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The parties discussed cooperation within the framework of the IAEA Technical Cooperation Programme, including the development of nuclear medicine, peaceful atomic energy infrastructure, radioactive waste management and the country's participation in the Agency's projects. The imPACT mission, which took place last week with the support of the IAEA and WHO, was noted separately. Experts highly appreciated Turkmenistan's efforts in the fight against cancer and identified key areas for further work.
The film ‘Magtymguly Pyragy’ won the Grand Prix at the film festival in Bulgaria
20.09.2025The joint feature film by Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan, ‘Magtymguly Pyragy,’ continues to receive recognition on the international stage. This was reported by IIC. After its success in London and Kazan, the film won the Grand Prix at the 13th International Film Festival organised by the Academy of Television, Film, and Internet Communications of Bulgaria (ATKIK). The film, shot by renowned Uzbek director Muzaffarhon Erkinov in collaboration with ‘Turkmenfilm’ film studios and the Uzbek cinematographic organisation, is dedicated to the life and work of poet Magtymguly Pyragy. Filming took place in Bukhara, Khiva and picturesque natural locations. Ahmet Amanmyradov played the lead role, while the poet's father was portrayed by People's Artist of Turkmenistan Chary Berdiyev. The actors' performances, the direction and the artistic design of the film were highly praised by the jury and viewers. The award in Bulgaria was an important confirmation of the professional level of joint cinema and the interest of the world audience in the cultural heritage of the two countries.
Turkmenistan adopts Armenian experience in stock market development
20.09.2025From 15 to 19 September 2025, a Turkmen delegation visited the Republic of Armenia to study the experience of developing the securities market. The visit was held as part of a joint project between the United Nations Development Programme and the Ministry of Finance and Economy of Turkmenistan. This was reported by IIC. The delegation included representatives of the country's Ministry of Finance and Economy and the Ashgabat Stock Exchange. The purpose of the trip was to familiarise themselves with the legal and institutional aspects of the functioning of the Armenian stock market. During the visit, the delegation visited the Financial Markets Directorate of the Central Bank of Armenia, the Armenian Stock Exchange, the Central Depository and the Armenian State University of Economics. Particular attention was paid to issues of regulation, securities listing and investor support. The experience gained will be used to improve national legislation and develop the financial market of Turkmenistan in accordance with international standards. This is in line with the objectives of the country's National Socio-Economic Development Programme for 2022-2052.
‘Arkadag’ played against ‘Andijan’ in the Champions League
20.09.2025Turkmenistan's ‘Arkadag’ kicked off the AFC Champions League group stage with a 0-0 draw against Uzbekistan's ‘Andijan’ at a packed home stadium. Both clubs made their debut in the tournament: the hosts qualified as winners of the AFC Challenge League, while the visitors qualified as holders of the Uzbekistan Cup. This was reported by IIC. The most dangerous moments came at the start of the match: in the 39th second, Nigerian Ismaheel Akinade shot over the goal, and shortly afterwards his goal was disallowed for offside. In the counterattack, ‘Andijan’ goalkeeper Erjan Tokotayev confidently parried the hosts' free kicks. In the second half, the teams continued to control each other, and in the final minutes, substitute Shamammet Hydyrov was unable to beat the visitors' goalkeeper. In a parallel match in Group B, Qatar's ‘Al-Ahli’ and Bahrain's ‘Al-Khaldiya’ also played 0-0. All four teams in the group have one point each. ‘Arkadag’ will play its next game on 1 October in Bahrain against ‘Al-Khaldiya’.
Turkmenistan held an event at the 69th IAEA General Conference
19.09.2025As part of the 69th General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in Vienna, the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the IAEA held a parallel event entitled ‘Awaza Programme of Action: Atoms for LLDCs’. This was reported by the press service of the Turkmen diplomatic mission in Austria. The event was dedicated to the results of the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC3), held in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone from 5 to 8 August. The meeting was attended by delegations from IAEA member countries, representatives of the diplomatic corps, as well as experts from the IAEA and FAO. UN Deputy Secretary-General Rabab Fatima delivered a welcome video message. Participants emphasised the role of nuclear technology in ensuring food and water security, health, climate change resilience and trade integration. The event served as an important platform for accelerating the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals and the implementation of the Awaza Programme of Action for 2024-2034. Turkmenistan's achievements in the application of nuclear technologies in medicine, including the fight against cancer, were also presented, and successful cooperation with the IAEA in the construction of the International Scientific and Clinical Oncology Centre in Ashgabat was noted.
New partnership agreements signed at Turkmenistan Investment Forum
19.09.2025At the Turkmenistan Investment Forum (TIF 2025), held in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone, a number of agreements were signed reflecting Turkmenistan's desire to expand international cooperation in key areas. This was reported by the Orient news agency. The Ministry of Finance and Economy of Turkmenistan and the World Bank agreed on a grant under the ‘One Health in Central Asia’ project, aimed at protecting food systems and ecosystems. The Ministry of Industry and Construction of Turkmenistan signed a Memorandum with the Austrian company ‘Primetals Technologies Austria GmbH’, which specialises in metallurgical innovations. The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan and the West London Chambers of Commerce have signed a Cooperation Agreement that will give Turkmen companies access to international markets. The Ministry of Finance signed a Memorandum with the World Free Zones Organisation (World FZO), which brings together more than 1,200 sites around the world. These agreements demonstrate the multi-vector nature of Turkmenistan's foreign economic policy and its readiness to develop partnerships in healthcare, industry, trade and the development of economic zones.
SOCAR has expressed interest in participating in the development of Turkmenistan's oil fields
19.09.2025Azerbaijan's state oil company SOCAR has expressed interest in projects to develop fields in Turkmenistan. This was announced by Azerbaijan's Deputy Minister of Economy Sahib Nureddin Alekperov at the Turkmenistan Investment Forum (TIF 2025) in ‘Avaza’, according to the news website Turkmenportal. He noted the promising prospects for cooperation in the electric power industry: Azerbaijan is ready to ensure the transit of Turkmen electricity and is considering the possibility of jointly bringing Central Asian ‘green’ energy to European markets. According to the Deputy Minister, cooperation between the two countries plays a key role in the development of the East-West transport corridor and increasing the efficiency of the Middle Corridor. In seven months, transit shipments between Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan exceeded 1 million tonnes, which is 13% more than last year's figure; 76% of cargo was transported by rail.
Investments in Turkmenistan's economy in 2024 amounted to more than $12.1 billion
19.09.2025Investments in Turkmenistan's economy exceeded $12.1 billion in 2024, according to Mammetguly Astanagulov, Minister of Finance and Economy of Turkmenistan, speaking at the TIF 2025 forum, as reported by the news website Turkmenportal. According to the Minister, the share of foreign investment reached 11.6% and grew by 1.4% compared to 2023. In monetary terms, this is almost 5 billion manats, which is 25% more than last year's level. M. Astanagulov noted that stable fiscal policy and tax incentives contribute to investment growth. The priority areas remain the oil and gas sector, gas and petrochemicals, energy, construction and industry.
Azerbaijan will provide Turkmenistan with an oil tanker
19.09.2025The Baku Shipyard has begun construction of an 8,000-tonne oil tanker, which will be presented to Turkmenistan. This was announced by Azerbaijan's Deputy Minister of Economy Sahib Nureddin Alekperov at the Turkmenistan Investment Forum (TIF 2025), according to the news website Turkmenportal. The Deputy Minister emphasised the prospects for cooperation between the two countries in shipbuilding, noting that Azerbaijan has the largest merchant fleet on the Caspian Sea and the shipyard is capable of producing various types of vessels. The construction of the tanker is being carried out within the framework of a bilateral partnership in this area. The TIF 2025 forum is being held in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone.
Turkmenistan presents its pavilion at the DITE-2025 exhibition in Dushanbe
19.09.2025The DITE-2025 International Tourism Exhibition has opened in Dushanbe, with over 200 companies participating, including 65 foreign exhibitors. This was reported by the press service of the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Tajikistan. Turkmenistan is represented by its own national pavilion, prepared in collaboration with the travel companies ‘Eşretli syýasat’, ‘Hazar travel’, ‘Jahana’, ‘Gadymy Miras’, ‘Halkara syýahat’ and ‘Aşgabat Syýahat’. The stands showcase the country's cultural heritage, historical monuments, natural beauty and tourism potential. During the event, the Turkmenistan delegation held a series of meetings with representatives of the region's tourism business, discussing prospects for cooperation, exchange of experience and implementation of joint initiatives.
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