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A Qatari newspaper dedicated an article to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality
30.11.2025The Qatari newspaper ‘Al Sharq’ published an article marking the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality. The article emphasises that the status of a neutral state, recognised by the UN in 1995, has become the basis of the country's foreign policy and strengthened its international authority, according to the Orient news agency. The publication notes that for three decades, Turkmenistan has consistently promoted the principles of peace, trust, and good neighbourliness. The article also mentions the International Forum in Ashgabat, which will be held on 12 December, timed to coincide with the International Year of Peace and Trust, International Neutrality Day and the 30th anniversary of the country's neutral status. It is noted that neutrality has become the strategic basis of Turkmenistan's policy, allowing the country to become an important centre of regional and international cooperation, developing equal and mutually beneficial relations with other states.
Trade turnover between Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan amounted to $876 million
30.11.2025According to data from the State Statistics Committee of Uzbekistan, from January to October 2025, trade turnover between Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan exceeded $876.8 million. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. The bulk of this was accounted for by Turkmen imports, which amounted to $753.2 million. Uzbek exports to the neighbouring country during the same period reached $111.06 million. Overall, Uzbekistan's foreign trade turnover grew by 21.5% over ten months, reaching $66.5 billion. The opening of the ‘Shavat-Dashoguz’ joint border trade zone on 17 November provided an additional impetus to cooperation.
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the UAE held negotiations with the Ambassador of the Seychelles
30.11.2025On 27 November, Bayram Bayramov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to the UAE, held a meeting with Gervais Moumou, Ambassador of the Republic of Seychelles to the UAE. This was reported by the press service of the Turkmen diplomatic mission. The main topic of the negotiations was the Seychelles' participation in a high-level international forum dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality, which will be held in Ashgabat in December. Gervais Moumou confirmed his country's readiness to join the event. In addition, the diplomats exchanged views on a number of other issues of mutual interest.
Trade between Turkmenistan and China reached $8.34 billion in January–October 2025
30.11.2025Trade turnover between Turkmenistan and China amounted to $8.34 billion in January–October 2025, according to AsmanNews. In October, mutual trade reached $708.5 million. Turkmen exports accounted for the bulk of this figure, totalling $7.06 billion over ten months. Imports from China amounted to $1.28 billion. Turkmenistan's key export is natural gas, which is supplied via pipelines.
Turkmen kickboxers won two gold medals at the World Championships
30.11.2025The Turkmenistan kickboxing team won two gold medals and one bronze medal at the World Championships, which took place from 21 to 30 November in Abu Dhabi. A total of 1,637 athletes from 84 countries participated in the tournament, according to IIC. The gold medals were won by Atajan Atamyradov (low kick, up to 54 kg) and Pygy Silabov (full contact, up to 57 kg). Atamyradov serves in the 1001st Military Unit named after Myalikguly Berdimuhamedov of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Turkmenistan, while Silabov works as a specialist at the state-owned enterprise ‘Türkmensöwdahyzmat’. Toylymyrat Yegeleyev won bronze in the kick-light discipline in the weight category up to 79 kg. He works at the ‘Gülistan’ shopping centre. The Championship is over. The team's result was one of Turkmenistan's notable performances on the international martial arts arena.
Turkmenistan's U17 team defeated Thailand in the 2026 Asian Cup qualifiers
30.11.2025The Turkmenistan youth team (U17) defeated Thailand 3-2 in the 2026 Asian Cup qualifying tournament. The match took place in the Thai city of Chonburi. Hudaynazar Meredov scored two goals and Suleymannazar Govshudov scored one, according to Turkmenportal. Earlier, the team led by Ahmet Allaberdiyev defeated the Maldives (6:0) and lost to Kuwait (0:1). In a parallel match of the third round, Kuwait defeated the Maldives 5:0. After three rounds, Kuwait leads Group F with 9 points. The teams of Turkmenistan and Thailand have 6 points each. Mongolia has 3 points, while the Maldives remains without any points. Turkmenistan U17 will play its next match on 30 November against Mongolia.
Ashgabat has prepared a festive concert to mark the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality
30.11.2025On 2 December, a festive concert dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality will be held in Ashgabat. The event is organised by the Ministry of Culture and will take place at the Magtymguly National Music and Drama Theatre, according to IIC. The main part of the programme will be a performance by a combined symphony orchestra. The orchestra includes students from the Danatar Ovezov Special Music School at the National Conservatory, the Special Music Boarding School and children's art schools in the cities of Ashgabat and Arkadag. The orchestra will be conducted by Eziz Jumaniyazov, Meret Muhammetguliyev and Perman Miriyev.
The International Internet Olympiad has commenced in the city of Arkadag
30.11.2025The opening ceremony of the International online Olympiad ‘International Peace and Trust – the Foundation of Economic Development’ was held in city of Arkadag. The event is timed to coincide with the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s permanent neutrality, the 80th anniversary of the UN and the International Year of Peace and Trust. This was reported by IIC. The Olympiad is being held at the International Horse Breeding Academy named after Aba Annayev. It involves 535 students from 72 universities in 15 countries. The aim of the competition is to develop economic thinking, deepen understanding of the role of Peace and Trust in sustainable development, and build economic analysis skills.
An event was held in Ashgabat to mark the 54th anniversary of UAE National Day
30.11.2025A ceremony was held in Ashgabat to mark the 54th anniversary of UAE National Day, according to the news website Asmannews. During the ceremony, congratulations were read out from UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and other high-ranking leaders of the country, as well as from the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, and the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. The active development of Turkmen-Emirati relations was noted: high-level delegations visited the UAE during the year, and the volume of bilateral trade in 2024 reached $1.759 billion, an increase of 75% compared to the previous year. Participants in the event were recommended to read Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid's book ‘Life Taught Me’. The UAE expressed its readiness to strengthen cooperation with Turkmenistan and wished its people prosperity.
Turkmenistan strengthens partnership with the UN in humanitarian and social programmes
29.11.2025Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, Foreign Affairs Minister Rashid Meredov reported on Turkmenistan's cooperation with UN humanitarian agencies during a government meeting on 28 November. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The development of a strategic partnership with the Organisation is one of the priorities of the country's foreign policy and is being implemented on a systematic basis with the support of the Head of State, based on bilateral agreements and projects in various fields. On 23 October, a Framework Document on Turkmenistan's cooperation with the UN on sustainable development for 2026-2030 was signed. At the sessions of the Executive Boards of UNICEF, UNFPA and UNDP, country programmes for their activities in the country for the same period were approved. Working plans and draft documents have been prepared for the implementation of these programmes with the participation of relevant ministries, agencies and public organisations. They concern the protection of children's rights, social security for families, preschool and inclusive education, the ‘Green School’ programme, the adaptation of schools to climate change, the collection and analysis of statistics on children, media coverage of activities, and gender equality. The documents and proposals presented were submitted to the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, for consideration. After hearing the report, the Head of State emphasised the importance of a multi-vector partnership with the UN and approved the proposed measures, instructing the Foreign Affairs Minister to implement them.
A student from Turkmenistan has won the award of ‘Foreign Student of the Year’ of the Russian Federation
29.11.2025Igor Yermolayev, a student at the Institute of Physics, Mathematics and Natural Sciences at North Caucasus Federal University, who came from Turkmenistan, won the All-Russian ‘Foreign Student of the Year’ Award in the ‘Scientific Breakthrough of the Year’ category. This was reported by the news website Asmannews. The award ceremony was held at the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia in Moscow. The award, established by the Association of Foreign Students in Russia, was presented to winners in eight categories.
Turkmenistan hosted a conference on digital technologies in education
29.11.2025On 26 November, the Yagshygeldi Kakayev International University of Oil and Gas held an international scientific and practical conference entitled ‘Prospects and Implementation of Digital Innovative Technologies in the Scientific and Educational Sphere.’ The forum was held in a hybrid format and was timed to coincide with the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality, according to the state news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The event was attended by representatives of universities, scientific organisations, relevant companies, ministries and international structures. In total, the conference brought together about 1,500 participants from 22 countries. Before the start of the conference, guests were introduced to an exhibition of digital solutions and educational projects prepared by the university. After the grand opening, a plenary session was held, where more than 30 reports were presented. The work then continued in three sections: ‘Digitization and Digital Technologies in the Education System’, ‘Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence’, and ‘The Role of the Digital Economy in Achieving Sustainable Development Goals’. A total of more than 120 reports were heard. The main purpose of the forum was to discuss trends in digital technologies and their integration into education and science, as well as to develop international cooperation in this area. The speakers noted Turkmenistan's achievements in the field of digital solutions, which were made possible due to long-term development programmes and the introduction of modern technologies. Participants emphasised Turkmenistan's readiness to expand partnerships with foreign universities, companies and international organisations in the field of science and technology.
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