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The first freight train from Jinhua will transit through Turkmenistan
20.06.2025The first freight train from the Chinese city of Jinhua (Zhejiang Province) departed for the Turkmen port of Turkmenbashy, marking the start of a new route within the Trans-Caspian International Transport Corridor. This was reported by the online publication ‘Business Turkmenistan’. The train, consisting of 100 standard containers with clothing, accessories, metal products and other goods, will cross the border at the Khorgos checkpoint, pass through Almaty, Tashkent and Ashgabat, and end its journey in Turkmenistan. The cargo will then be delivered by sea to the port of Baku on the Caspian Sea. The new route is aimed at reducing the load on the Kazakh port of Aktau and speeding up logistics between China, Central Asian countries and Central and Eastern Europe.
Astrakhan companies intend to enter the Turkmen market
20.06.2025The Astrakhan delegation handed over to Turkmenistan a list of companies interested in entering the local market. Issues of expanding cooperation were discussed at a meeting of the intergovernmental commission of the Russian Federation and Turkmenistan, held within the framework of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. This was reported by the online publication ‘Business Turkmenistan’. The meeting was attended by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Nokerguly Atagulyev, Governor of the Astrakhan Region Igor Babushkin and Deputy Prime Minister of the Government of the Russian Federation Marat Khusnullin. The parties discussed the growth of trade and joint projects. In 2024, trade between the Astrakhan Region and Turkmenistan increased by 15%. Food products and grain make up the bulk of exports from Russia, while textiles are the main export from Turkmenistan. Special attention was paid to the transport sector. Igor Babushkin, Governor of the Astrakhan Region, proposed launching regular shipping between the ports of Astrakhan and Turkmenbashy and creating a Turkmenistan logistics centre in the region. He emphasised that the region's infrastructure allows it to handle any type of vessel and cargo, making it an important hub for bilateral trade.
Chairman of the State Concern ‘Turkmengaz’ held a meeting with the Secretary General of the GECF
20.06.2025On 18 June, a meeting between GECF Secretary General Mohamed Hamel and State Minister, Chairman of the State Concern ‘Turkmengaz’ Maksat Babayev took place at the headquarters of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum in Doha. This was reported by the news agency Orient. M. Hamel thanked Turkmenistan for its active participation in the Forum and noted its key role in the creation of the GECF. He emphasised the strategic importance of Turkmenistan as one of the largest gas reserves holders and highlighted the ‘Galkynysh’ and TAPI projects as the basis for increasing production to 150 billion cubic metres by the middle of the century. M. Babayev, in turn, informed about plans to modernise the gas industry and introduce AI and machine learning to improve the efficiency and environmental friendliness of production. He also reported on the preparation of digital and ‘green’ programmes in the energy sector. At the end of the meeting, the parties confirmed their commitment to deepening cooperation, and Turkmenistan invited the GECF to the OGT-2025 conference, which will be held in Ashgabat in October.
An event was held in Geneva to mark the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality
20.06.2025An international conference entitled ‘The International Dimension of Neutrality’ was held in Geneva, organised by the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the United Nations. The event, dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the country's neutral status and the International Year of Peace and Trust, brought together more than 300 participants, including heads of diplomatic missions, experts and representatives of international organisations. This was reported by the IIC. In his welcoming speech, Ambassador Thomas Greminger, Executive Director of the Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP), noted Turkmenistan's contribution to strengthening global dialogue. Ambassador Vepa Hajiyev of Turkmenistan and Shiri Shiriev, Director of the Centre for Strategic Studies, presented reports on the role of neutrality in contemporary international politics. The panel discussion was attended by diplomats from Costa Rica, the UAE, India and representatives of Geneva research centres, who discussed various aspects of neutrality policy. The event also included bilateral talks on prospects for cooperation in the field of diplomacy and sustainable development.
Turkmenistan and Russia discussed expanding economic cooperation at the SPIEF
20.06.2025As part of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, talks were held between the Deputy Prime Ministers of Turkmenistan and Russia, Nokerguly Atagulyev and Marat Husnullin. The Russian representative noted the dynamic growth in trade between the countries, which increased by 21.4% in the first quarter of 2025, and confirmed the development of a joint action plan for 2025-2027. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. During the talks, attention was paid to the development of transport corridors, including routes through Turkmenistan to China, the implementation of infrastructure projects (the Volga-Caspian Canal, the ‘Eastern Bypass of the Caspian Sea’), deepening cooperation in energy, industry and agriculture, and expanding cultural exchanges and educational programmes. The parties noted the significance of the participation of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, in the recent KazanForum, which underscores the special level of inter-state relations. The interlocutors confirmed their intention to develop a strategic partnership based on mutual trust and common interests.
Turkmen university hosts seminar on artificial intelligence
20.06.2025As part of a working visit to Turkmenistan, Melda Yildiz, Doctor of Education at the New York Institute of Technology (USA), visited the International University for the Humanities and Development. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. The visit began with a meeting with university lecturers specialising in the digitalisation of the educational process, the introduction of artificial intelligence into teaching practice, and the development of digital platforms and modern educational technologies (EdTech). The discussion focused on current trends in education and their practical application in teaching and administrative activities. The next stage was a seminar conducted by Melda Yildiz for students and teachers on ‘Digitalisation, IT and Artificial Intelligence in higher education.’ The participants were representatives of STEM disciplines – engineering, technical, mathematical and natural sciences. The seminar was devoted to modern approaches to the integration of STEM methodologies into the educational environment and their significance for the digital transformation of higher education.
Turkmenistan and Afghanistan develop transport partnership
20.06.2025On 18 June, Turkmenistan's Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Afghanistan, Hoja Ovezov, met with Afghanistan's Acting Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation, Mawlawi Hamidullah Akhundzada. This was reported by the online resource TerraNews. According to the source, during the talks, the Afghan side expressed its readiness to intensify cooperation, noting the favourable conditions for increasing cargo traffic. Among the topics discussed was the simplification of visa procedures for Afghan drivers, which should contribute to the development of road transport. The Turkmen ambassador confirmed his country's interest in deepening the partnership, especially in the areas of logistics and trade.
Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan discuss cooperation prospects at international symposium in Baku
19.06.2025On 18 June 2025, an international symposium dedicated to cooperation between Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan was held in Baku. The event, timed to coincide with the International Year of Peace and Trust and the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality, brought together representatives of diplomatic agencies, the expert community and parliamentarians from both countries. This was reported by the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The forum participants, including Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister of Azerbaijan S.Sharifov and Ambassador of Turkmenistan G.Elyasov, discussed the contribution of Turkmen neutrality to ensuring regional stability. Particular attention was paid to the prospects for deepening bilateral cooperation in the context of modern geopolitical challenges. The symposium emphasised the strategic importance of the partnership between the two Caspian states and outlined new vectors for cooperation in the political, economic and humanitarian spheres.
Turkmenistan to host Culture Week on occasion of Cultural Workers Day
19.06.2025From 22 to 27 June, the traditional Culture Week will be held in the Ahal velayat of Turkmenistan, timed to coincide with the Day of Workers of Culture and Art and dedicated to the legacy of the Turkmen poet Magtymguly Pyragy. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. The grand opening of the event will take place in the picturesque valley of ‘Nowruz ýaýlasy’, in the ‘White Yurt’ of the Turkmen. During the week, guests will enjoy an extensive programme of musical concerts, scientific conferences, art exhibitions, creative meetings, poetry evenings, film screenings and theatre performances. This format will allow the richness of national culture to be revealed from different angles. The highlight of the week will be the premiere of the opera ‘Shasenem-Garyp’, which will be staged at the Magtymguly National Music and Drama Theatre. This event promises to be one of the most memorable moments of the festival. In addition, participants will pay tribute to Magtymguly Pyragy by laying flowers at his monument in the Ashgabat cultural and park complex.
Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Romania met with the management of ‘Chimcomplex’
19.06.2025On 18 June 2025, a working meeting was held at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Romania between the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Romania, Annamammet Annayev, and the Chairman of the Board of the Romanian company ‘Chimcomplex’, Stefan Vuza. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. The talks focused on discussing prospects for expanding bilateral cooperation in the industrial and investment spheres. S.Vuza expressed interest in participating in projects in Turkmenistan and presented a number of proposals for joint activities in the chemical industry. The parties also discussed opportunities for attracting investment, exchanging technologies and developing production cooperation. During the dialogue, mutual interest in creating a solid foundation for long-term and mutually beneficial partnership was confirmed.
Turkmen student wins prize at Astrakhan Olympiad
19.06.2025Jemshit Hudaykulov, a student at the preparatory department of Astrakhan State Technical University from Turkmenistan, took third place in an inter-university mathematics competition. This was reported by the online publication ‘Big Asia’. The competition, which brought together foreign students from various universities in Astrakhan, was held as part of the events dedicated to the Days of Slavic Literature and Culture. In addition, the university hosted an Olympiad in Russian as a foreign language for first-year students. Participants demonstrated their command of vocabulary and grammar, as well as their ability to understand and analyse spoken and written language. J.Hudaykulov's success was the result of his perseverance and commitment to his studies. The Olympiad confirmed the high level of training of foreign students at Astrakhan universities.
Citizens of the Republic of Korea were evacuated from Iran via Turkmenistan
19.06.2025On the night of 18 June, 20 South Korean citizens and their family members were evacuated from Iran to Turkmenistan by land. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. Among those evacuated were 18 citizens of the Republic of Korea and two Iranians who are members of their families. The group left Tehran on 17 June and, with the assistance of South Korean embassy staff, crossed the border into Turkmenistan, after which they were transported to Ashgabat in vehicles provided by the embassy. The South Korean Foreign Affairs Ministry sent a task force to Turkmenistan to coordinate assistance. The evacuees were provided with accommodation and consular support, and their return home is being organised.
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