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Afghan businesses have been invited to the Investment Forum in Ashgabat
11.09.2026The Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan and Afghanistan intend to step up direct cooperation between their private sectors. This was reported by the Orient news agency. Practical steps to expand business ties and develop transit routes were discussed by Hoja Ovezov, Turkmenistan’s Ambassador to Kabul, and Sayed Karim Hashemi, Head of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI). During the negotiations, Afghan businesspeople were invited to take part in the Turkmenistan Investment Forum (TIF 2026), which will take place on 1–2 October in Ashgabat. The parties also focused on ensuring the smooth operation of border infrastructure. The ACCI leadership confirmed that the border crossings at Torghundi (Herat Province) and Aqinah (Faryab Province) are operating as normal. The unimpeded passage of commercial vehicles through these crossings remains a key condition for the growth of freight traffic between Turkmenistan and the countries of South Asia.
Discussions on capacity-building for relevant ministries took place at the OSCE Centre in Ashgabat
11.09.2026On 9 September 2026, a working meeting was held at the Organisation for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) Centre in Ashgabat, focusing on capacity-building for the relevant authorities in Turkmenistan. This was reported by IIC of Turkmenistan. The meeting was attended by representatives of the country’s ministries and agencies, including the State Migration Service. The participants reviewed the work carried out so far in 2026 and set out the main objectives for the fourth quarter. National experts took part in the discussion. The participants also noted the importance of such meetings for developing cooperation with international organisations and exchanging experience.
Turkmen karateka wins silver at the Asian Championships
11.09.2026Gurbannazar Amandurdyev, a 17-year-old karateka from Turkmenistan, won a silver medal at the 24th Asian Cadet, Junior and Under-21 Championships in Amman. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The Turkmen athlete finished second in the kumite competition for juniors under 17 in the under-55kg weight category. The Asian Karate Federation (AKF) Championships brought together 338 athletes from 21 countries in the Jordanian capital. Turkmenistan is represented by three athletes and an international-level referee. This is Amandurdyev’s second medal at the Asian Championships. In 2025, he won bronze at the continental championships in Shaoguan, China. The athlete began practising karate as a child. In January 2020, he won silver at an international tournament in Turkey for children under 10 in the under-30 kg weight category. In 2024 and 2026, Amandurdyev also won bronze medals at stages of the ‘Karate One-Youth League’ of the World Karate Federation (WKF) in Fujairah (UAE). He is currently in the 12th year at Specialised Secondary School No. 16 in the Ak Bugday etrap of the Ahal velayat. He is coached by Aydin Charyev, head coach of the Turkmenistan national team. Amandurdyev is among the contenders for a place at the 4th Summer Youth Olympic Games, which will take place in Dakar from 31 October to 13 November 2026.
Discussions were held in Romania regarding the forthcoming meeting of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan
11.09.2026On 9 September 2026, an event was held at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Romania to mark the forthcoming session of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan and the proclamation of 2028 as the Year of International Law. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The meeting was attended by Turkmen students and citizens of Turkmenistan living in Romania. Turkmenistan’s Ambassador to Romania, Annamammet Annayev, spoke about the significance of the Halk Maslahaty session, which is due to take place on 23 September. According to him, it will serve as a platform for taking stock of the country’s development since independence and setting new priorities for domestic and foreign policy. Participants also discussed the initiative by the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, to proclaim 2028 as the Year of International Law. The relevant resolution of the UN General Assembly was adopted on 24 July 2026, co-sponsored by 78 states. As part of the event, a presentation was given on the Ahal-Teke horse – the symbol of 2026 – and an exhibition of books by the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, and the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Hero Arkadag Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, took place. The publications focus on issues of neutrality, peacekeeping, historical and cultural heritage, and the development of Turkmenistan.
The President of Turkmenistan wished Ivan Kuzmin a happy birthday
11.09.2026The President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, has congratulated Ivan Kuzmin, Hero of Turkmenistan, Chairman of the Intergovernmental Coordination Council on Seed Production in the CIS, and President of the ‘Semena’ Association, on his birthday. This was reported by the news agency TDH. The Head of State wished him good health, happiness and success in his important work.
A delegation from Turkmenistan took part in the AIM Congress 2026 in Dubai
11.09.2026From 7 to 9 September 2026, the 15th AIM Congress 2026 was held at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. The Turkmenistan delegation was led by the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the United Arab Emirates. It comprised representatives from the Ministry of Finance and Economy, the Ministry of Industry and Construction, and the State Bank for Foreign Economic Affairs of Turkmenistan. Representatives from 191 countries and various organisations took part in the congress. The main focus was on investment cooperation, economic development and industrial policy. The Turkmen delegation took part in thematic sessions, including a panel discussion on Central Asia, a ministerial round table on investment, and discussions on issues relating to free economic zones and industrial policy. As part of the Congress, bilateral meetings were held with representatives of financial institutions, companies and investment promotion agencies. The parties discussed prospects for cooperation with Turkmenistan. In addition, the Turkmen delegation visited the Congress exhibition.
The EU Ambassador to Turkmenistan laid flowers at the Independence Monument
11.09.2026The European Union’s Ambassador to Turkmenistan, Luc Devigne, laid flowers at the Monument to Turkmenistan’s Independence and also visited the Turkmenbashi Ruhi Mosque and the Turkmenbashi Mausoleum, where he likewise laid flowers. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. Earlier, Devigne presented his credentials to the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, and handed copies of them to the Foreign Affairs Minister, Rashid Meredov. As the EU Ambassador to Turkmenistan, Devigne will head the European Union’s delegation in Ashgabat and will liaise with Turkmen state bodies and partners. According to the press release, his work will focus on strengthening the partnership between the EU and Turkmenistan, developing cooperation and advancing the common interests of both sides.
The UAE Ambassador gave a public lecture at the Agricultural University of Turkmenistan
11.09.2026An open lecture was held at the S.A. Niyazov Turkmen Agricultural University by Ahmed Alhay Hamad Khamis Alhameli, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United Arab Emirates to Turkmenistan. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. During the lecture, the diplomat spoke about the UAE’s experience in the agricultural sector, ensuring food security and implementing technologies for the rational use of natural resources. Participants also discussed the prospects for bilateral cooperation. Before the event began, guests viewed an exhibition of domestic scientific and engineering developments, as well as agricultural, food and textile products. Particular attention was paid to joint environmental and production initiatives. In particular, the meeting examined a project by the State Association of the Livestock and Poultry Industry of Turkmenistan and the UAE’s International Centre for Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA), aimed at modernising feed production and restoring arid pasturelands.
Turkmenistan is represented at a public safety forum in China
11.09.2026A delegation from the State Migration Service of Turkmenistan, led by the agency’s Deputy Chairman, is taking part in the 2026 Conference of the Global Public Security Cooperation Forum, which opened on 9 September in Lianyungang, Jiangsu Province. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. As part of the forum, Turkmen specialists took part in the Sub-Forum on Cooperation in Migration Management. The day before, they held negotiations with the leadership of the State Administration for Migration Affairs of the People’s Republic of China. The parties discussed the exchange of experience, the digitalisation of processes, the transition to electronic document management and the introduction of modern technologies. More than 2,100 delegates from 139 countries and international organisations are taking part in the conference. The programme includes eight thematic sub-forums dedicated to migration policy, cyber security, the fight against transnational crime and the application of modern technologies. The forum will run until 11 September. Representatives from Turkmenistan will also visit an exhibition of security equipment. Following the meetings, it is planned to adopt a Regional Report on trends in migration policy.
A delegation from Turkmenistan is taking part in the International Space Summit
11.09.2026A delegation from Turkmenistan is participating in the first International Space Summit, which is taking place at the ‘Grand Palais’ in Paris, according to the IIC of Turkmenistan. The event brought together approximately 2,000 representatives from government agencies, international organizations, the space industry, and scientific and investment circles. On the first day, panel discussions and thematic sessions were held, focusing on the development of space infrastructure and industry, the application of artificial intelligence and new technologies, the training of specialists, and international cooperation in the fields of space exploration and Earth and ocean observation. An exhibition showcasing cutting-edge developments and innovative solutions in the space sector was also organised as part of the Summit. The International Space Summit is still in progress.
Turkmenistan has begun developing a system for forecasting labour market demand
11.09.2026UNDP in Turkmenistan, in collaboration with the country’s Ministry of Education, has launched the pilot phase of the ‘National System for Strategic Human Capital Planning’ project. The initiative aims to establish a coherent, data-driven system linking demographic trends, education, skills development and labour market needs, according to the news website Turkmenportal. The project was launched at the first coordination meeting, attended by key government bodies and international UNDP experts. The project will help strengthen the capacity of national institutions in data analysis, skills forecasting and strategic human capital planning. One of the key areas of focus is the collection and analysis of data for human capital foresight and skills planning in Turkmenistan, according to a UNDP press release. As part of the international experts’ visit, consultations will be held with relevant ministries and departments on issues relating to human capital planning, labour market needs, available data and mechanisms for inter-agency cooperation. The outcomes of these consultations will be taken into account when developing the national system. UNDP Resident Representative in Turkmenistan, Narine Sahakyan, noted that human capital development is a key prerequisite for sustainable development, and that the country’s young population presents significant opportunities for its future. Azat Atayev, Deputy Minister of Education of Turkmenistan, emphasised that education transforms demographic potential into skilled and competitive human capital. According to him, the project is conceived not as an analytical study, but as a practical planning tool that will help identify medium- and long-term needs for specialists and skills, link these to the workforce training system, and improve the soundness of decision-making regarding educational priorities. Atayev added that the value of the project would depend on whether it was possible to establish a mechanism enabling the training of personnel in advance, rather than reacting to shortages after the event. The initiative is in line with Turkmenistan’s national priorities in the fields of education, human capital, digital transformation and economic diversification, including the Strategy for the Development of Higher Vocational Education for 2026–2052 and its implementation plan for 2026–2030.
Negotiations took place in Ashgabat between the Head of the MFA of Turkmenistan and the CIS Secretary-General
11.09.2026In Ashgabat, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held a meeting with CIS Secretary-General Sergey Lebedev, who had arrived in the country to take part in the 111th meeting of the CIS Economic Council. This was reported by the press office of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The parties discussed the practical implementation of the priorities of Turkmenistan’s presidency of the Commonwealth, as well as preparations for upcoming events at the highest and high levels. Separately, they addressed issues relating to preparations for the meetings of the CIS Council of Foreign Affairs Ministers and the CIS Council of Heads of State, which are to take place on 7 and 9 October at the ‘Awaza’ National Tourism Centre: organisational aspects and the content of the agendas were reviewed. The parties reaffirmed their commitment to continuing their cooperation.
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