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Turkmenistan summarised the results of the work of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for 4 months of 2025
11.05.2025Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov reported on the work of the Foreign Ministry for the first four months of 2025 during a government meeting. This is reported by the state news agency TDH. The report noted visits of Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov to Uzbekistan and Japan, as well as trips of the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov to Monaco, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. In addition, Turkmenistan hosted delegations from Tatarstan, Georgia and ECO. During the reporting period, more than 908 meetings and negotiations with foreign partners were held and 54 international documents were signed. Bilateral contacts through the Foreign Ministry and the work of embassies are actively developing. Having heard the report, the head of state stressed the priority of developing mutually beneficial foreign policy ties and instructed to continue strengthening cooperation with foreign countries and international organisations.
Turkmenistan leads in speed of transit procedures in Central Asia
11.05.2025Turkmenistan continues systematic work to improve the efficiency of regional transit routes. This is evidenced by the results of an express study conducted in October-November 2024 by the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ), the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan reports. According to the study, the average time of transit cargo passing through the state border of Turkmenistan is 50 minutes - the best indicator among Central Asian countries. By comparison, it is 2 hours 26 minutes in Kazakhstan, 1 hour 50 minutes in Tajikistan, 1 hour 28 minutes in Kyrgyzstan and 1 hour 25 minutes in Uzbekistan. This result was possible due to digitalisation and introduction of modern technologies in the activities of the State Customs Service. These measures made it possible to optimise and unify procedures, which noticeably accelerated cargo clearance. The achievement points to Turkmenistan's growing role as an important and reliable logistics hub between Europe and Asia, where speed and technology become important competitive advantages.
Turkmen entrepreneurs have entered into agreements with businessmen from Turkey and the UAE
11.05.2025On Saturday, 10 May, entrepreneurs from Turkey and the United Arab Emirates concluded deals with representatives of business circles of Turkmenistan on the foreign market. This was reported by the Internet news resource TerraNews. Foreign companies purchased road bitumen of BND 60/90 grade, as well as lighting paraffin of KO-20 grade from the State Concern ‘Turkmennebit’. In addition, in the domestic market, Turkmen entrepreneurs signed a contract with the same concern for the supply of road bitumen of the same brand. As a result of the bidding, three contracts were concluded for a total amount of $3,417,000 and 750,000 manat.
A representative of Turkmenistan participated in a training conference in Istanbul
11.05.2025From 5 to 9 May 2025, a representative of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan took part in the intensive training course on strategic planning for young advisers from Central Asian countries held in Istanbul. This was reported by the press service of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan. The event, organised by the OSCE Centre in Ashgabat, was aimed at developing strategic thinking, analysis and planning skills of young professionals, as well as management decision support and risk assessment. The conference provided a platform for sharing experiences, preparing analyses and developing strategic initiatives. Participants discussed national approaches to protecting the rights of young people, strengthening their physical and spiritual health, and increasing civic engagement.
"Arkadag" won in the final of the AFC Challenge Cup
11.05.2025The final match of the AFC Challenge League ended in Cambodia, where the Turkmen club Arkadag won a willful victory over Cambodia's Svay Rieng with the score 2:1. The game was tense and dramatic, keeping the fans' attention until the last minutes. This is reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. Turkmen team's defender Mekan Saparov opened the score in the 59th minute. However, Svay Rieng levelled the score in the 82nd minute, taking the match into extra time. The second extra time was decisive: in the 112th minute Altymyrat Annadurdyyev sent the ball into the opponent's goal and brought his team the title of the tournament winner. This achievement was a landmark for Turkmen football: Arkadag demonstrated not only a high level of play, but also character, having managed to snatch victory in a tough match. The team confirmed its ambitions in the international arena and gave its fans a reason to be proud.
A festive concert was held in Ashgabat on 9 May
11.05.2025On 9 May, a solemn concert dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War was held at the Maya Kuliyeva Turkmen National Conservatory. The evening began with a poignant moment: host Zamir Aliyev read out the memories of Lyudmila Shelemetova, who was evacuated from Estonia to Ashgabat when she was 8 years old. Her story about bombings, echelons with wounded and fear of a small child moved the hall to tears. This is reported by the Internet publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The concert was opened by the folk melody ‘Kechpelek’ performed by dutarist Ishanmuhammet Gundogdiyev, setting the tone for the evening. Meylis Atageldiyev and bayanist Ruslan Baltayev performed the song ‘Eh, roads’ and caused special emotions. And when the artist proposed the audience to sing the legendary ‘Katyusha’ together, the audience willingly supported. The concert programme included both life-affirming songs of the war years - ‘Smuglyanka’, ‘Accidental Waltz’, ‘Blue Handkerchief’ - and poignant works reminding of the tragic pages of the war: “Cranes” by Jan Frenkel and ‘Schindler's List’ by John Williams. Pianist Perman Yagdiyev performed Rachmaninoff's Prelude in G Minor, adding lyrical depth to the programme. The concert ended traditionally with the hymn ‘Victory Day’, which was sung by the whole hall, paying tribute to the memory of the heroes.
Ashgabat will host the 7th Central Asia Climate Change Conference
10.05.2025With the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, as well as with the assistance of the Ministry of Environmental Protection, Ashgabat will host the 7th Central Asia Climate Change Conference (CACCC-2025) from 12 to 15 May 2025 on the theme: ‘Achieving the Global Climate Finance Goal through Regional and National Actions in Central Asia’. This is reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The conference is organised by the Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC). CACCC-2025 will be a platform for discussing priority areas of the region's climate agenda, including mitigation (reduction of greenhouse gas emissions), adaptation to changing climatic conditions, as well as issues of rational water resources management. The focus will be on consolidating the efforts of the region's states, academia, environmental organisations and international financial structures to develop practical solutions that promote sustainable development and environmental stability. The conference events will take place over four days, including plenary sessions, thematic sessions, workshops and roadshows. The central events will take place on 13 and 14 May at the Yyldyz Hotel. Experts from the Chinese Academy of Sciences (Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography) and the International Water Management Institute will join the discussion on climate-smart approaches to water and land resources restoration in Central Asia. The conference will be rounded off by a series of side events, including a workshop on research and adaptation measures in the water sector (15 May), the 60th meeting of the CAREC Governing Board, a field trip to the Akhal velayat to learn about ecosystem solutions for forest plantations, and a cultural programme.
Turkmen gymnasts will participate in the tournament "EAST CUP & Olympic Stars"
10.05.2025Turkmenistan's rhythmic gymnastics team travelled to Guangzhou, China, to participate in the international tournament ‘EAST CUP & Olympic Stars’. This is reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. The selection to the national team was preceded by the national championship held in Mary velayat. The tournament gathered about 60 gymnasts from all over the country. The tournament was held under the updated FIG rules for the 2025-2028 cycle, emphasising artistry and aesthetics. Within the framework of the championship 12 sets of awards were played. Ashgabat gymnasts won 9 gold medals (M.Ilyasova, A.Geldiyeva, L.Avanesova, F.Kambarova, L.Chorekliyeva, S.Gulberdiyeva, F.Gunaslan, M.Orazova, V.Kurdupova), one each - gymnasts from Mary (H.Akmuradova, L.Soyunova) and Balkan (M.Pomanova) velayats. At the tournament in Guangzhou left 13 gymnasts under the guidance of head coach Firuza Ayvazova and her colleagues. Taking into account the previous successes of the national team at the tournaments in Tashkent, high results are expected from the athletes.
In Turkmenistan, the oil production plan has reached figures of 107.9%
10.05.2025During the regular meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Batyr Amanov presented a report on the work of the oil and gas industry of Turkmenistan for the first four months of 2025. This is reported by the state news agency TDH. According to the Deputy Prime Minister, the State Concern ‘Türkmennebit’ has achieved 107.9 per cent in oil production and 105.9 per cent in oil refining. The plan for the production of petrol was fulfilled by 102.3%, diesel fuel - by 100.8%, lubricating oils - by 110.4%, liquefied gas - by 111.7%. Also, the plan for the production of natural and associated gas reached 103.5 per cent. Having heard the report, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasised the need to further increase the volume of oil and gas production, ensure maximum utilisation of production capacities, stability of their operation, increase the efficiency of drilling operations, commissioning of new wells and introduction of advanced technologies, addressing relevant instructions to the Deputy Prime Minister.
Turkmenistan celebrated the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War
10.05.2025Turkmenistan held celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War. The National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov laid flowers at the monuments of the memorial complex ‘People’s Memory’. This is reported by the state news agency TDH. In his festive address, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted the contribution of war and labour veterans to the development of the country, education of youth and strengthening of national unity. Veterans and families of the frontline soldiers received congratulations and material assistance from the head of state. The story of Berdimuhamed Annayev, a war participant, whose war documents and the regiment's banner are kept in the military school named in his honour, became a symbol of the memory of the heroic deeds of Turkmen soldiers. Victory Day celebrations coincided with the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality. This year the UN General Assembly reaffirmed the country's status as a neutral state maintaining peace and trust. A solemn ceremony was held at the ‘People’s Memory’ memorial with the participation of government representatives, veterans, youth and diplomatic corps. The National Anthem was played, wreaths and flowers were laid. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov personally congratulated the war veterans and expressed gratitude for their feat. Commemorative events, concerts and actions in honour of the heroes were held across the country. Turkmenistan continues the tradition of honouring veterans, considering their contribution as the basis of national pride and historical memory.
The Head of Turkmenistan participated in the celebration of the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory in Moscow
10.05.2025On 9 May, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov arrived in Moscow on a working visit at the invitation of President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin to participate in solemn events dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War. This is reported by the state news agency TDH. At the airport ‘Vnukovo-2’ the President of Turkmenistan was met by officials and presented with rare copies of the newspapers ‘Pravda’ and ‘Sowet Türkmenistany’ from 1945. Then the presidential motorcade proceeded to the Kremlin, where a meeting with Vladimir Putin took place. Later, Serdar Berdimuhamedov together with other heads of state took a seat on the Central Stand of the Red Square. The Victory Parade took place there, opening with the striking of the chimes and Vladimir Putin's speech. A minute of silence was declared in memory of the victims. Troops of the Russian Federation and other countries, including the Honour Guard Company of the Ministry of Defence of Turkmenistan, took part in the parade. During the visit, the contribution of the Turkmen people to the common victory - both on the front and in the rear - was emphasised. After the parade, the leaders laid flowers at the tomb of the unknown soldier in Alexander Garden. Having completed his participation in the commemorative events, Serdar Berdimuhamedov left for Turkmenistan, where he was met by officials at Ashgabat International Airport.
Gurbanguly Berdimuhammedov reviewed a number of construction projects in Ashgabat
10.05.2025The National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov made a working trip to Ashgabat, during which he visited the construction site of the Turkmen State Institute of Architecture and Construction and familiarised himself with the projects of other facilities. This is reported by the state news agency TDH. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov also got acquainted with the building projects of the Centre for Children and Youth ‘Güneşli’ and supported the construction of a new children's library named after Bazar Amanov on its territory. During the visit, the issues of equipping educational institutions, improvement and application of modern technologies were discussed. In addition, the National Leader of the Turkmen People toured the territory of the Neutrality Monument, where it is planned to create museums reflecting the foreign policy course of the country. The Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty also got acquainted with information on the construction of a number of other facilities: Dental Centre, Oncological and Paediatric Medical Centres, residential houses, schools, kindergartens, cultural centre and infrastructure projects. Special attention was paid to the reconstruction of the Akhalteke Equestrian Complex of the President of Turkmenistan. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov emphasised the need for high quality standards and scientific approach in the improvement of facilities. At the end of the visit, the Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty gave instructions to control the timing and quality of construction, noting that large-scale construction works continue throughout the country and are aimed at the development of social infrastructure.
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