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Turkmenistan and ‘Daewoo’ discussed expanding cooperation
18.09.2025Negotiations between Turkmenistan's Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov and Executive Vice President of South Korea's ‘Daewoo Engineering & Construction Co., Ltd’ Cho Seung-Il took place on 17 September 2025. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The discussion focused on the development of cooperation in key sectors of the economy. Particular attention was paid to the project to build a mineral fertiliser production complex at a chemical plant in Turkmenabat. The Korean company's participation in the creation of a modern medical cluster in Arkadag was also discussed. The parties expressed mutual interest in strengthening their partnership and implementing new joint initiatives in priority sectors of the Turkmen economy. At the conclusion of the meeting, they confirmed their readiness to further expand effective cooperation.
Turkmenistan and Turkiye discussed cooperation in the field of cultural heritage
17.09.2025On 17 September 2025, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Myahri Byashimova held a working meeting with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkey to Turkmenistan Ahmet Demirok. During the talks, they discussed key areas of Turkmen-Turkish cooperation and other issues of mutual interest. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. Particular emphasis was placed on cooperation between the two countries in international organisations. The parties stressed the importance of joint activities within UNESCO aimed at preserving and promoting intangible cultural heritage.
Turkmenistan's ‘Arkadag’ to make its debut in the Asian Champions League against Uzbekistan's ‘Andijan’
17.09.2025Today at 18:45 Ashgabat time, the ‘Arkadag’ Stadium hosted the debut match of the Turkmen club of the same name in the second division of the Asian Champions League. Their opponent will be Uzbekistan's ‘Andijan’. This was reported by IIC. At the pre-match press conference on 16 September, the formal details were confirmed: the hosts will take to the field in white uniforms, while the visitors will wear red. ‘Arkadag’ footballer Mirza Beknazarov emphasised the importance of the game: ‘We will make every effort to implement the coach's plan and achieve a positive result. We are counting on the support of our fans.’ The match is a historic event for the Turkmen club, opening the way to participation in the prestigious Asian tournament.
Hundreds of families in Arkadag received keys to new flats and cottages
17.09.2025A solemn ceremony was held in the city of Arkadag to hand over the keys to apartments and cottages to hundreds of families. The move-in date for these modern residential complexes was timed to coincide with the 34th anniversary of Turkmenistan's independence, according to the IIC. The event went beyond the scope of a typical housewarming party. The Nurgeldiyev family received the keys to their apartment on the day they picked up their newborn son from the maternity hospital, and for the Yazlyev family, the handover of the keys to their new cottage coincided with their wedding day, marked by a traditional wedding procession on Akhal-Teke horses. The new residents were provided with flats in a nine-storey building and two-storey cottages equipped with modern appliances, climate control, high-speed internet and IP television. The ceremony was attended by officials, elders and artists.
UNDP and UNIDO organised environmental events in Turkmenistan
17.09.2025UNDP and UNIDO held a series of environmental events in Ashgabat to mark International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer. This was reported by the online publication Arzuw.news. The initiative aims to raise environmental awareness among young people about ozone layer protection and climate change. On 11 September, an educational programme kicked off at School No. 55 with an interactive quiz and a symbolic tree planting ceremony. On 15 September, a similar event was held at School No. 15, where students discussed environmental ideas. The closing event took place on 16 September at the Yagshygeldi Kakayev International Oil and Gas University with lectures and discussions for students and teachers. The campaign highlighted Turkmenistan's contribution to international environmental agreements, including the Montreal Protocol and the Tehran Convention. The project is part of a joint effort by UNDP and UNIDO to engage young people in the fight against climate change.
A meeting on the national climate action plan was held in Ashgabat
17.09.2025A meeting was held in Ashgabat to update the list of practical measures voluntarily adopted by Turkmenistan as part of its implementation of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The event was attended by representatives of ministries, international organisations and national focal points for three global UN conventions: on climate change, combating desertification and biodiversity. Participants emphasised the interconnection between these processes: climate change leads to transformations in nature and a reduction in biodiversity. New areas of work and an updated list of mitigation and adaptation measures were discussed. The completion of Turkmenistan's Fourth National Communication on Climate Change was also reported. It was noted that in the future, countries will provide biennial reports so that international experts have up-to-date data for analysing global climate trends. Reports on the social consequences of climate change and proposals for improving the structure of the updated document were of particular interest.
Turkmenistan and IPC develop cooperation between parliamentarians
17.09.2025On 15 September, Atajan Movlamov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, met with Senator Sitara Ayaz, Secretary General of the International Parliamentarians' Congress (IPC). This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The parties discussed prospects for expanding cooperation, including deepening interparliamentary ties and exchanging experience between the IPC and the Mejlis of Turkmenistan. Particular emphasis was placed on establishing permanent channels of dialogue and regular contacts between parliamentarians of the two countries. The participants expressed confidence that the development of these ties would form the basis for strengthening cooperation on a regional and international scale.
An imPACT review mission was conducted in Turkmenistan
17.09.2025The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) have completed an imPACT review mission in Turkmenistan, which aimed to strengthen the cancer care system. This was reported by the online publication Arzuw.news. International experts worked in Ashgabat and Dashoguz, where they assessed all stages of cancer care, from prevention and early diagnosis to treatment and palliative support. The delegation visited key medical institutions in the country, including the Scientific and Clinical Centre for Oncology and the Dashoguz Oncology Centre, and met with representatives of ministries, universities and the statistics office. The mission also held consultations with UN agencies, NGOs and civil society on the financing and development of cancer policy. Following the visit, the experts presented recommendations for the creation of a sustainable cancer control system in Turkmenistan.
500 places have been provided to citizens of Turkmenistan at Russian universities for the new academic year
17.09.2025Russia has provided citizens of Turkmenistan with 500 state-funded places to study at Russian colleges and universities in the 2026-2027 academic year. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The statement notes that the programme opens up the opportunity to receive education in Russia free of charge. Applications are accepted through the education-in-russia.com portal. Registration for participation in the 2026-2027 academic year quota campaign began on 15 September.
Turkmenistan and the UN organised a forum on financing the SDGs
17.09.2025The UN and the Government of Turkmenistan held a parallel event to the Investment Forum at the UN House in Ashgabat, dedicated to issues of financing sustainable development. This was reported by the online publication Arzuw.news. Representatives of government agencies, UN experts and development partners participated in the discussions. They summarised the results of the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development and reviewed national approaches to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The results of a joint assessment of SDG financing needs were presented, as well as the experience of European and Central Asian countries in attracting investment. The meeting confirmed Turkmenistan's readiness to strengthen international cooperation and develop strategies to achieve the SDGs.
The President of Turkmenistan congratulated participants on the opening of the new village of Bagtly Zamana
17.09.2025President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov congratulated participants at the opening ceremony of the new modern village of Bagtly Zamana in the Gowshut geneshlik of the Kaka etrap of the Ahal velayat. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The Head of State noted that on the eve of the 30th anniversary of permanent neutrality, the construction of social and infrastructure facilities is actively underway in Turkmenistan. In the village of Bagtly Zamana, 400 residential buildings, a school, a kindergarten, a shopping centre and an administrative building have been built. According to the President of Turkmenistan, this is an example of the future development of hundreds of settlements in the country. Serdar Berdimuhamedov stressed that the transformations are aimed at improving the living standards of the population and are being implemented as part of the National Programme until 2028. In conclusion, the Head of State wished the citizens health, happiness and success.
Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent a letter to Rustam Minnikhanov
17.09.2025On behalf of the people, the government of the country and himself, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov congratulated Rustam Minnikhanov on his victory in the elections and re-election as Head of the Republic of Tatarstan of the Russian Federation. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. In his message, the Head of State noted that the results of the vote reflected Rustam Minnikhanov's dedicated work and the high level of trust he received from the residents of Tatarstan. The President of Turkmenistan expressed his confidence that this event would contribute to the further development of the republic and the growth of the well-being of its citizens. Serdar Berdimuhamedov wished the Head of Tatarstan good health, happiness and success in his responsible work, and the people of the republic peace, stability and prosperity.
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