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Turkmenistan and Pakistan discussed the development of cooperation
06.07.2025On July 2, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Atajan Movlamov held a meeting with the Director General UN of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan Umer Siddique, during which they discussed issues of cooperation within the UN. This was reported by the online news resource TerraNews. During the meeting, A. Movlamov provided information about the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries, which will be held in August in the Turkmen tourist zone ‘Avaza’. The Head of the diplomatic mission emphasised the importance of the forum for the international community. Siddique welcomed Turkmenistan's initiative to host the conference, noting its importance for strengthening sustainable logistics and international confidence in the country's foreign policy. The Turkmen ambassador also congratulated Pakistan on assuming the presidency of the UN Security Council and wished it success in promoting the ideas of the International Year of Peace and Trust. The sides reaffirmed their intention to strengthen bilateral cooperation and interaction on UN platforms.
Hero Arkadag got acquainted with the construction of healthcare facilities in Ashgabat
06.07.2025The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, made a working trip to Ashgabat, during which he familiarised himself with the progress of construction of a number of healthcare facilities and gave relevant instructions. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Baymyrat Annamammedov reported on the current state of construction of medical facilities, including the hospital complex of the Myrat Garryev State Medical University. After reviewing the project documentation, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov stressed the need for a responsible approach to construction, emphasising the importance of ensuring the seismic resistance of buildings and the use of high-quality finishing materials. In addition, the Hero Arkadag noted the importance of introducing digital technologies, advanced medical solutions and developing international cooperation to improve the qualifications of specialists.
Turkmenistan wins medal at World Blind Chess Olympiad for the first time
05.07.2025The 17th World Chess Olympiad for blind and visually impaired athletes has concluded in the Serbian city of Vrnjačka Banja, where Turkmen chess player Aydogdy Atabayev, FIDE Master candidate, won a bronze medal, becoming the first representative of Turkmenistan to climb the podium at this prestigious competition. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. Atabayev demonstrated brilliant play, scoring 6 points out of a possible 7. He has five wins and two draws in tense games to his credit. His tournament performance (2353) was particularly impressive, allowing him to outperform many titled opponents from Germany, France and other countries. Only two grandmasters, representing Poland and Spain, finished ahead of him. The Olympiad, organised by the International Braille Chess Association (IBCA), brought together 22 teams from around the world. The tournament was held according to strict FIDE standards, which emphasises the high level of competition. Founded in 1958, the IBCA continues to develop inclusive chess, creating opportunities for blind and visually impaired athletes. Atabayev's medal is not only a personal achievement but also an important step in promoting chess among people with disabilities in Turkmenistan.
Turkmen judoka wins bronze at Cadets Asian Cups 2025
05.07.2025The Asian Judo Cup for cadets and juniors has come to an end in Kazakhstan, where Turkmen athlete Kakilik Deryayeva achieved her first major success on the international stage. In a tough fight, the 15-year-old judoka won a bronze medal in the weight category up to 48 kg, where 25 participants from five countries competed. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. On her way to the podium, Deryayeva demonstrated excellent technique, winning four victories. In the first two fights, she defeated her opponents from Uzbekistan and Mongolia ahead of schedule, and after losing in the quarter-finals, she was able to take revenge in the consolation bouts. In the decisive match for third place, Kakilik confidently defeated the representative of Kazakhstan. Kakilik Deryayeva has been practising judo since 2019 and trains under the guidance of Gulbadam Babamuratova and the head coach of the Turkmenistan women's team, Tatyana Vidyasova. This tournament was an important milestone in her sporting career. The Asian Cup in Almaty brought together 788 participants from 11 countries.
G.Karasin noted the contribution of Turkmenistan's neutrality policy to strengthening regional stability
05.07.2025The international journal ‘Turkmenistan’ has published an article by Grigory Karasin, Chairman of the Federation Council Committee on International Affairs of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation, on the significance of Turkmen neutrality for Russian-Turkmen relations. The author emphasises that this approach not only strengthens bilateral partnership, but also serves as an important factor for peace in the region. This was reported by the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. G. Karasin notes that Turkmenistan's principles in international affairs, based on compliance with the norms of the UN Charter, are in line with Russia's position. The Presidents of the two countries, Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Vladimir Putin, play a special role in the development of dialogue, whose efforts contribute to the deepening of cooperation. The article also mentions the significant contribution of inter-parliamentary ties, with special mention of the activities of the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. According to the author, the strategic partnership between Russia and Turkmenistan not only meets the interests of both countries, but also strengthens security in Central Asia.
Turkmenistan will host archaeological exhibition in Rome
05.07.2025On 4 July, Deputy Chairwoman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Bahar Seyidova reported on preparations for a large-scale archaeological exhibition entitled ‘The Flourishing of Cultures: The Bronze Age Margiana and the Parthian Kingdom. Archaeological Discoveries in Turkmenistan’ during a government meeting. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The initiative to organise the exhibition was put forward by the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, during the First ‘Central Asia – Italy’ Summit held in Astana. In addition, the Deputy Prime Minister said that practical steps are currently being taken in Turkmenistan to modernise museums in line with contemporary requirements. For example, the largest museums have introduced a digital platform called ‘Virtual Museum’, which allows visitors to take remote tours and view exhibits online. The Museum of History and Local Lore in the city of Arkadag has introduced a QR code system that allows visitors to obtain information about the exhibits directly from their mobile devices. After listening to the report, the Head of State emphasised that museums play a key role in preserving, studying and promoting the rich cultural heritage of Turkmenistan internationally. In this regard, the Deputy Prime Minister was instructed to continue work on identifying and scientifically analysing national values with a view to preserving them for future generations.
Turkmenistan will join the Asian Development Bank trade project
05.07.2025On July 4, during a government meeting, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Hojamyrat Geldimyradov reported on steps to develop cooperation with international and regional financial and economic structures and foreign countries. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. In particular, a proposal by the Asian Development Bank was presented on Turkmenistan's participation in the second phase of the Integrated Trade Agenda to 2030 of the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Programme. The initiative includes the digitalisation of trade, environmental development and participation in trade policy and trade facilitation projects. The proposal was submitted for consideration to the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, who supported the country's participation in the project and instructed the Deputy Prime Minister to continue work in this direction.
Turkmenistan has proposed establishing diplomatic relations with Nigeria
05.07.2025On July 4, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held a meeting with Minister of Budget and Economic Planning of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Abubakar Atiku Bagudu. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. During the talks, the sides discussed various aspects of cooperation between Turkmenistan and Nigeria. As part of the discussion on prospects for strengthening bilateral ties, the Head of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan handed over to the Nigerian side a diplomatic note with a proposal to establish diplomatic relations between Turkmenistan and the Federal Republic of Nigeria and a draft of this document.
Turkmenistan Foreign Affairs Minister meets with Azerbaijani Foreign Affairs Minister
05.07.2025On 3 July, Turkmenistan's Foreign Affairs Minister Rashid Meredov met with Azerbaijan's Foreign Affairs Minister Jeyhun Bayramov to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation. This was reported by the press service of the Turkmenistan’s Foreign Affairs Ministry. The parties noted the high level of political dialogue and confirmed their intention to deepen cooperation in various areas. Particular attention was paid to energy, transport connectivity, trade and humanitarian contacts. The ministers emphasised the strategic role of the two countries in regional and international corridors and expressed confidence that regular high-level contacts would contribute to the further development of the partnership.
Turkmenistan's opponents at the ‘CAFA Nations Cup – 2025’ tournament have been determined
05.07.2025On 3 July, the draw for the group stage of the «CAFA Nations Cup-2025» football tournament took place. The Turkmenistan national team was placed in Group A alongside Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Oman. This was reported by the press service of the Turkmenistan Football Federation. Group B will include Tajikistan, Iran, Afghanistan and Malaysia. The tournament will take place from 29 August to 8 September: Group A matches will be hosted by Tashkent, and Group B matches will be hosted by Dushanbe. Turkmenistan will start the tournament on 30 August with a match against Kyrgyzstan, then play Uzbekistan on 2 September and Oman on 5 September. The winners of each group will advance to the final, while the runners-up will compete for third place. Both decisive matches will take place on 8 September.
Improvement of the securities market discussed in Ashgabat
05.07.2025From 2 to 4 July, a seminar organised by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Ministry of Finance and Economy of Turkmenistan was held in Ashgabat. The event was part of a joint project on financial market development and institutional environment improvement. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. UNDP international expert Elena Andreeva presented to participants the key elements of the functioning of the securities market, from types of instruments to mechanisms for recording investor rights and the activities of depositories and registrars. The draft programme for the development of the securities market in Turkmenistan until 2030 and the plan for its implementation were also discussed. In addition to the training sessions, the expert held consultations with representatives of government agencies, presenting proposals for updating legislation and developing the country's financial system.
Serdar Berdimuhamedov congratulates Venezuelan President on Independence Day
05.07.2025President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent a congratulatory message to President of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela Nicolás Maduro on the occasion of Venezuela's Independence Day. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. In his message, Serdar Berdimuhamedov wished the President of Venezuela good health, happiness and prosperity, and the people of the country peace, stability and further prosperity.
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