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Turkmen athletes have won 471 medals since the start of the year
04.08.2026Athletes from Turkmenistan won 471 medals at international competitions between January and July this year. This was announced by B. Mammedov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, at a government meeting where the country’s socio-economic development over the first seven months of 2026 was reviewed. It was noted that during this period, work was carried out to develop physical education and sport, and to train professional athletes. Turkmen athletes, having achieved excellent results at major competitions, won 56 medals in July. Thus, over the seven-month period, the national team’s medal tally rose to 471. Having heard the report, the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, emphasised the importance of effective work in the fields of science and education, healthcare and sport. The need to improve the quality of teaching and to modernise the healthcare system in a systematic manner was also highlighted. The Head of State instructed the Deputy Prime Minister to pay particular attention to the development of sport.
Turkmenistan’s experience in social work is being presented at an international forum
04.08.2026A delegation from the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection of the Population of Turkmenistan presented its experience of reforming the social assistance system at an international forum on social work in Dushanbe. This was reported by the news agency Orient. Participants at the event learnt about Turkmenistan’s approaches aimed at preventing social problems, the early identification of risks and the provision of targeted support to families and children. As part of the implementation of the Law ‘On Social Services’, the country is developing training programmes for social workers, pilot support programmes at local level and inter-agency cooperation between relevant services. The forum also featured measures to develop juvenile justice and psychosocial support. A pilot project in Ashgabat demonstrated mechanisms for alternative dispute resolution, rehabilitation and the social reintegration of minors. It is planned to roll out these approaches across all regions of the country in 2026–2027. The forum was organised by the Ministry of Health and Social Protection of the Population of Tajikistan with the support of UNICEF. It was attended by representatives from Central Asian countries, Austria, Iran and Japan, as well as UN agencies, academic institutions and civil society organisations.
Turkmen students are taking part in a study programme in Kuala Lumpur
04.08.2026Students from the International University for the Humanities and Development are taking part in a summer study programme at the University of Malaya in Kuala Lumpur. The placement runs from 19 July to 15 August 2026, according to the news agency Orient. The trip marks a continuation of the collaboration between the two universities following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding. As part of the programme, Turkmen students are attending lectures, seminars and interactive training sessions, as well as representing Turkmenistan’s culture at international events. The programme aims to broaden their professional knowledge, familiarise them with the academic environment abroad and enable them to gain practical experience.
FC ‘Arkadag’ have won the Turkmenistan Super Cup three times
04.08.2026‘Arkadag’ Football Club has won the Turkmenistan Super Cup for the third year running. In the final, the team beat ‘Ahal’ 3–0, according to the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The match took place at the ‘Nusaý’ Stadium in Ashgabat. The goals were scored by Rahman Myratberdiyev (19th minute), Begench Akmammedov (57) and Shanazar Tirkishov (79). The Turkmenistan Super Cup, established by the Turkmenistan Football Federation, has been contested between the league champions and the national cup winners since 2005. Last season, ‘Arkadag’ won both the Turkmenistan league title and the national cup, whilst ‘Ahal’ earned the right to compete for the trophy as cup finalists. FC ‘Arkadag’, founded in 2023, has won the national championship every season since its inception. In the last two seasons, the team has completed the treble, winning the Turkmenistan championship, the Cup and the Super Cup. The team is managed by Vladimir Bayramov. Last May, ‘Arkadag’ won the 2024/25 AFC Challenge League Cup, and in the 2025/26 AFC Champions League season, they reached the round of 16. ‘Arkadag’s next international match will be on 12 August at home against the Indian club ‘Goa’ in the preliminary round of the 2026/27 AFC Champions League 2.
An international centre for legal affairs is to be established in Ashgabat
04.08.2026The Ashgabat International Platform on ‘International Law’ is to be established at the Institute of International Relations of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. It will serve as a permanent academic and diplomatic centre for discussing topical issues in international law, according to the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The initiative is being implemented as part of the UN Resolution ‘International Year of International Law, 2028’, adopted at the initiative of Turkmenistan. The Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Foreign Affairs Ministry, R. Meredov, presented the project at a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers. The platform will bring together domestic and foreign experts to exchange experience and conduct research. As part of this initiative, it is planned to hold the annual ‘Ashgabat International Legal Dialogue’, as well as educational programmes for young lawyers, diplomats and researchers.
Turkmenistan is to draw up a policy paper on international law and neutrality
04.08.2026Turkmenistan is to draw up a National Concept entitled ‘International Law and the Permanent Neutrality of Turkmenistan’, which will be submitted to UN Member States as an official document of the Organisation. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. R. Meredov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Foreign Affairs Minister, reported on the preparation of the document at a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers as part of a report on the implementation of the UN General Assembly resolution ‘Year of International Law, 2028’. The concept paper will reflect the interconnection between international law and Turkmenistan’s legal status of permanent neutrality. Between 2026 and 2028, a series of forums and expert meetings involving national and international specialists are planned in the country to prepare the programme and finalise the list of participants for the 2028 international forum.
Ashgabat will host the World Forum on International Law in 2028
04.08.2026In 2028, Ashgabat will host the High-Level World Forum on International Law, at the conclusion of which it is planned to adopt the Ashgabat Declaration. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. At a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers, Deputy Prime Minister and Head of the Foreign Affairs Ministry R. Meredov reported on preparations for the event, presenting to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov plans for the Year of International Law, proclaimed by the UN. The forum will take place with the support and participation of the United Nations. It will be attended by state representatives, diplomats and legal experts. Participants will consider the draft Ashgabat Declaration, which aims to reaffirm the role of international law in ensuring peace, security and sustainable development.
Turkmenistan and Thailand are expanding their political and diplomatic cooperation
04.08.2026On 31 July, during a working visit to the Kingdom of Thailand, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Malaysia, Muhammetniyaz Mashalov, held a meeting with Ms Urasa Mongkolnavin, Director-General of the Department of South Asian, Middle Eastern and African Affairs at the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Thailand. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden Age’. The parties discussed the development of political and diplomatic cooperation, the preparation of high-level visits, the holding of political consultations, as well as cooperation in the fields of trade and economics, transport and logistics, investment, culture and humanitarian affairs, education and tourism. Following the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their readiness for further cooperation within the framework of the UN and other international organisations.
The text of the UN resolution on the International Year of Law 2028 has been published
04.08.2026The website of the State Information Agency TDH has published the text of the UN General Assembly resolution ‘International Year of Law, 2028’, adopted at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly. The document emphasises the role of international law, including the UN Charter, in maintaining peace, security and fostering cooperation between states. The Resolution proclaims 2028 as the Year of International Law and calls on UN Member States to organise activities aimed at promoting legal education, knowledge-sharing and capacity-building in this field. It also highlights the need to expand access to information on international law through digital platforms and multilingual resources, as well as to engage young people and women in relevant initiatives. The document reflects Turkmenistan’s initiative to host the High-Level World Forum on International Law in Ashgabat in 2028. It is planned that the Ashgabat Declaration will be adopted following the forum.
The Turkmenistan Stock Exchange recorded 14 transactions over the course of the week
04.08.2026Fourteen transactions were recorded at the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan over the past week. This was reported by the news agency TDH. Foreign companies from the UAE, Turkey, Azerbaijan and Kyrgyzstan purchased terry towelling, cotton fabrics and yarn, cotton fibre and raw silk. The total value of the transactions in foreign currency exceeded 4 million 755 thousand US dollars. On the domestic market, local businesses purchased polypropylene produced by the State Concern ‘Türkmennebit’, Portland cement, liquorice root extract, cotton yarn, cotton lint and purified cotton spinning waste. The value of these transactions amounted to over 511,698,000 manats.
Turkmenistan’s oil industry is ramping up production
04.08.2026Workers in Turkmenistan’s oil and gas sector are increasing production volumes in line with the targets set by the President of Turkmenistan at an extended meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers to prepare for the 35th anniversary of independence. This was reported by AsmanNews, citing the newspaper ‘Neutral Turkmenistan’. The ‘Goturdepe’ Drilling Department of the ‘Nebitgazburawlaýyş’ trust, part of the ‘Türkmennebit’ State Concern, commissioned five new productive wells at the ‘Goturdepe’ field during the first half of the year. Modernisation work is continuing at the field. Modern equipment, new technologies and developments from the ‘Nebitgazylmytaslama’ Institute are being introduced into production. Gas injection remains one of the main methods for increasing production. Due to the ‘Goturdepe’ gas compressor station, this method is being applied to more than 500 wells. The ‘Goturdepenebit’ Oil and Gas Production Department and the ‘Nebitgazdüýpliabatlaýyş’ mobile operations teams monitor well production rates and carry out timely repairs. The rational use of mineral resources and the extension of well life help to maintain production levels, as well as to strengthen Turkmenistan’s export potential and energy independence.
The EU and Turkmenistan have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening their partnership
04.08.2026Beata Peksa, the European Union’s Ambassador to Turkmenistan, and Nazar Agahanov, the Minister of Trade and Foreign Economic Relations of Turkmenistan, discussed the development of bilateral cooperation. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The parties noted the positive momentum and mutually beneficial nature of the relationship between the EU and Turkmenistan, particularly in the areas of trade, economic development and business relations. Following the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their interest in further strengthening the partnership and expanding opportunities for cooperation. It was previously reported that Beata Peksa is concluding her tenure as EU Ambassador to Turkmenistan.
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