Iran registered a 358% growth in the volume of swap gas supplies from Turkmenistan to Azerbaijan in the previous 1401 Iranian calendar year (ended on 20 March 2023). This was stated in an interview with Fars News by the CEO of the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC), Deputy Minister of Oil and Gas Industry of […]
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NIGC: Иран зафиксировал рекордный рост газового свопа из Туркменистана в Азербайджан
Иран зарегистрировал 358%-ный рост объема своповых поставок газа из Туркменистана в Азербайджан в предыдущем 1401 иранском календарном году (закончился 20 марта 2023 года). Об этом в интервью агентства Fars News рассказал исполнительный директор Национальной иранской газовой компании (NIGC), замминистра нефтегазовой промышленности ИРИ Маджид Чегени. По словам Чегени, в 2022 году в стоимостном выражении поставки газа, […]
Ogulabat Berdimuhamedova – Arkadag’s mother, the grandmother of the President of Turkmenistan – passed away
Ogulabat Berdimuhamedova, the mother of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Arkadag Berdimuhamedov and grandmother of the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, passed away at the age of 86, TDH reports. Ogulabat Berdimuhamedova was born on 15 June 1937 in the village of Babarap of the Geokdepe district. She perfectly understood the sanctity of […]
OHCHR builds capacity of youth with disabilities on human rights
The Regional Office for Central Asia of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR/ROCA) kick-started a “School on human rights and advocacy on the rights of persons with disabilities.” The initiative is part of the ongoing public awareness campaign commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). The School will […]
Plenary session of Dubai Forum on attracting investments in Turkmenistan’s energy sector concludes – natural gas emerging as ‘bridge fuel’ toward greening of hydrocarbons sector
The plenary session of Turkmenistan’s energy forum being held in Dubai has just concluded. The purpose is the to draw attention to the new and emerging potential for investments in the energy sector of Turkmenistan. The theme of the plenary session was: The role of Turkmenistan in the future of global energy. The speakers in […]
President of Turkmenistan received the UN Assistant Secretary General
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Thursday, 20 April 2023, Miroslav Jenča, the Acting Head of the UN Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (UNRCCA), UN Assistant Secretary-General for Europe, Central Asia and the Americas in the Departments of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs and Peace Operations. “Effective cooperation with the UN is embodied in the […]
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Arkadag Berdimuhamedov gave sadaka
Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov gave Tuesday, 18 April, sadaka-iftar in the village of Yzgant to honor the memory of Arkadag’s parents – Myalikguly aga and Ogulabat eje. The village of Yzgant is the native village of Berdimuhammed Annayev, Arkadg’s grandfather. A memorial meal was organized near […]
Press Statement by the Ministry of Health Care and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan on the occasion of World Health Day
The annual celebration of the World Health Day on 7 April is a significant event both for the Turkmen people and for all progressive humanity. This year, on 7 April, the World Health Organization, founded on the collective initiative of the countries of the world in 1948 and aimed at strengthening human health, maintaining security […]
Rais of Tatarstan paid a working visit to Turkmenistan
Turkmenistan is invited to the KazanForum On Wednesday, 5 April 2023, Rais of Tatarstan, Rustam Minnikhanov, met with President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov during a one-day working visit to Ashgabat, the press service of the head of Tatarstan reports. The parties discussed issues of expanding cooperation. As it was noted at the meeting, the trade […]
Russia, China, Iran and Pakistan agreed to keep up engagement with Afghanistan’s Taliban-led government to maintain stability and prevent a humanitarian crisis
On 13 April 2023, in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, on the sidelines of the fourth ministerial conference of the conference of Afghanistan’s neighboring countries, the foreign ministers of the regional “quartet” countries including Russia, China, Iran and Pakistan held a second informal meeting on Afghan issues. The parties agreed to continue building a coordinated and consolidated regional […]
Russian Holding to perform US $ 20 million worth seismic exploration of the Aral Sea in Uzbekistan
The Russian Geological Exploration Holding ‘Rosgeologiya’ (Rosgeo) will conduct seismic exploration of the Aral Sea bottom in Uzbekistan. This was announced by the company’s CEO Sergey Gorkov, writes UzDaily. The contract for seismic exploration in the Aral Sea in Uzbekistan was signed at the end of March 2023. Its cost is 1.6 billion rubles (US […]
Second EU-Central Asia Economic Forum will be held in Kazakhstan in May 2023
The 2nd EU-Central Asia Economic Forum will take place on 18-19 May 2023 in Almaty, Kazakhstan. The Forum aims to facilitate the engagement by both the EU and Central Asia in three key priority areas – green and digital transition, better business environment, as well as trade and connectivity. The Forum will focus on challenges […]
SerdarGB congratulated the participants of the Dubai Forum on attracting Investments in Turkmenistan’s Energy Sector
A two-day International Forum to Attract Foreign Investments in Turkmenistan’s Energy Sector is starting today in Dubai. President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent a congratulatory message to the participants of the event, expressing confidence that the Dubai Forum will become “a wonderful platform for constructive exchange of opinions and proposals at the expert level on […]
Size of AI market in China is nearly USD 14 billion now, will reach about USD 27 billion in 2026
The spending of the country’s AI market is forecast to hit 14.75 billion dollars in 2023, accounting for about 10 percent of the world total, said a report from global market research firm International Data Corporation (IDC). This is reported by Xinhua. China’s artificial intelligence (AI) market value is expected to reach 26.44 billion U.S. […]
Some streets to be blocked in Ashgabat for the duration of the bike ride
In Ashgabat on April 7, in the morning, due to a mass bike ride dedicated to World Health Day, traffic will be blocked on some streets, the Road Supervision Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Turkmenistan reported. The bike ride will start from the east of the Bicycle monument at the intersection of […]
SpaceX and Alibaba confirmed participation in the Ashgabat International Transport Conference ITTC 2023
A record number of delegates, including representatives of Elon Musk’s SpaceX and Jack Ma’s Alibaba, have registered to participate in the second international conference and exhibition “International Transport and Transit Corridors: Interconnectedness and Development 2023” (ITTC 2023), which will be held on May 3-4 in Ashgabat. To date, more than 500 delegates from 40 countries […]
SpaceX и Alibaba примут участие в Ашхабадской международной транспортной конференции ITTC 2023
Свыше 500 делегатов, в числе которых представители компаний SpaceX Илона Маска и Alibaba Джека Ма, зарегистрировались для участия во второй международной конференции и выставке «Международные транспортно-транзитные коридоры: взаимосвязанность и развитие 2023» (ITTC 2023), которые состоятся 3-4 мая в Ашхабаде, сообщают организаторы форума. Внушительный список участников форума включает представителей известных международных компаний таких, как SpaceX, Alibaba, […]
Surprise decision of OPEC+ to cut production leads to increase in price – Fitch predicts oil situation from ‘moderate surplus’ to ‘deficit’ this year
The decision of the OPEC+ to cut the oil production down took the markets by surprise. The price in Brent crude jumped suddenly from USD 80 to USD 85 per barrel, an increase of about 7-8%, Saudi Arabia, Russia and their oil-producing allies announced on Sunday, 2 April 2023, that they would cut production by […]
The Communiqué of the International Conference on Food Security held in Ashgabat was published as an official document of the 77th session of the UN General Assembly
The communiqué of the International Conference “Cooperation in the field of food security in the context of climate change”, held in Ashgabat on March 10, 2023, was published in the six official languages of the UN (А/77/837) as an official document of the 77th session of the UN General Assembly. The document was published under […]
The delegation of Turkmenistan, as a member of the UN Commission on Population and Development, takes part in the 56th session of the Commission
On April 10, 2023, the 56th session of the UN Commission on Population and Development began its work at the UN Headquarters in New York, in which the Head of the population statistics department of the State Committee of Turkmenistan on Statistics Ms. Jahan Pigamova takes part. The Commission, established in 1946, is a functional […]
The European cycling community will meet in İzmir by October 2023
The EuroVelo & Cycling Tourism Conference will be held in İzmir, Türkiye, between October 11 and 13, 2023. This event will bring together all the players in the European cycling tourism industry. İzmir stands out for its majestic ancient cities, extraordinary natural landscapes, beautiful coastline, and numerous cycling routes. The EuroVelo & Cycling Tourism Conference, […]
The New Uzbekistan will become an even more investment-friendly country
Address by the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan H.E. Shavkat Mirziyoyev to the participants of the Second Tashkent International Investment Forum Dear participants of the Forum! Dear guests, ladies and gentlemen! I am very pleased to welcome you at the Second Tashkent International Investment Forum. In fact, our meetings as part of this forum […]
The origin of the Anau culture
Olga Bakieva, Researcher at the Institute of History and Archeology of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan 120th anniversary of the first archaeological works carried out on the territory of Turkmenistan, in the foothill zone of Kopetdag will be marked in 2024. The archeological digs were held at the ancient settlement of Anau led by […]
The Pension Rage may not reach Central Asia but Woke Culture might
Tariq Saeedi The first two parts of this series were ‘reports’ and this part is an opinion piece. It is also the concluding part of this short series. The Pension Rage swirling angrily in France may spread at some point in time to the other OECD countries but there is no real risk of that […]
The Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the UN launched the Spanish version of its official website
On April 13, the Spanish-language version of the official website of the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the UN in New York was launched. https://un.mission.gov.tm/es This will enable readers on a regular basis to get access to information in Spanish on cooperation between Turkmenistan and the United Nations, to follow the progress of multilateral cooperation […]
The Premiere of the Play «Fragi» took place in Kyrgyzstan
The play «Fragi» was staged at the Batken Regional Music and Drama Theater named after Appaz Zhainakov of the Ministry of culture, information, sports and youth policy of the Kyrgyz Republic. In recent days, the theater hosted the premiere of a performance about the life and work of the great Turkmen poet and thinker Magtymguly […]
The President of Turkmenistan received the Chairman of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye
On Wednesday, April 5, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Chairman of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye Rifat Hisarcıklıoğlu. Noting the progressive nature of the interstate dialogue, based on the unbreakable bonds of friendship and brotherhood of the peoples of the two countries, the head of Turkmenistan stated that in recent years a […]
The visit of the UNDP Resident Representative in Turkmenistan to Lebap velayat
UNDP Resident Representative in Turkmenistan, Ms. Narine Sahakyan paid her first two-day working visit to the Lebap velayat, from April 24 to 26, 2023, within the framework of the project “Conservation and Sustainable Management of Land Resources and High Nature Value Ecosystems in the Aral Sea Basin for Multiple Benefits” (the Aral Sea project), funded […]
These museums in İstanbul are just for children!
İstanbul, a leading global destination offering distinctive travel experiences, is also a great city to cater for children. İstanbul’s various museums expand children’s awareness of culture, arts, technology and history while creating fun moments for the entire family. İstanbul’s museums for children are also getting prepared for April 23rd, Türkiye’s National Sovereignty and Children’s Day. […]
Trade between China and Kazakhstan hits record highs surpassing $24 billion
Trade between Kazakhstan and China has reached record levels, exceeding US $24 billion in 2022, stated by Deputy Prime Minister – Minister for Trade and Integration of Kazakhstan Serik Zhumangarin during the Central Asia+China online meeting of Ministers of Trade and Economy on Tuesday, 18 April. Zhumangarin noted that China is the main trading partner […]
Trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Afghanistan has reached $1 billion
The trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Afghanistan has reached $1 billion. And this is not the limit. The Central Asian country plans to continue expanding trade with Afghanistan and hold a joint business forum this summer. This follows from the statements of Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Trade and Integration of Kazakhstan Serik Zhumangarin. […]
Trade turnover between Russia and Kazakhstan takes the lion’s share in Russia’s trade with Central Asia
In 2022, the trade turnover between Russia and Central Asia grew by 15% compared to 2021, exceeding US $ 42 billion. At the same time, the trade turnover between Russia and Kazakhstan accounted for most of this indicator equaling to US $ 28 billion. The figures were announced on Tuesday by Denis Manturov, Deputy Prime […]
Transport, tourism and humanitarian ties topped the agenda of Turkmenistan President’s meeting with Astrakhan region governor
On Wednesday, April 5, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the Governor of the Astrakhan region of the Russian Federation Igor Babushkin, who arrived in Turkmenistan at the head of the Caspian – Sea of Friendship motorcycle rally. Currently, the Caspian region is recognized as one of the most important geopolitical and geo-economic centers of the Eurasian […]
Turkish Riviera offers sea, sand, sun and much more
The Mediterranean coast of Turkey, often known as the Turkish Riviera, attracts millions of domestic and international visitors each year because of its exceptional fusion of nature, history, and culture. The area is well-known worldwide for its immaculate beaches, warm sun, and turquoise sea, but it has much more to offer tourists. The Turkish Riviera offers a […]
Türkiye Selected as the “Favourite Destination” for Glamorous Weddings
RSVP is a prominent platform bringing together the world of luxury weddings and parties and organises symposiums, conferences, award ceremonies, and networking events. Held biannually since 2018, the RSVP Conference is considered a leading event in the global luxury wedding and party industry. This year’s edition of the RSVP Conference took place in Madrid, Spain’s […]
Turkmen FM attended SPECA Ministerial Meeting in Geneva
The Turkmen delegation headed by the foreign minister Rashid Meredov is on working visit to Geneva to participate in a number of major international events and hold meetings in international organizations, Turkmenistan’s Foreign Ministry said. On 17 April 2023, the delegation of Turkmenistan took part in the ministerial meeting for the countries participating in the […]
Turkmen Foreign Minister met with US Secretary of State in Washington
The foreign minister of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with US Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken in Washington (24 April) to discuss the Turkmenistan-USA bilateral partnership during Annual Bilateral Consultations. Secretary Blinken highlighted the United States’ unwavering support for Turkmenistan’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity, the US State Department said in a press release. Blinken […]
Turkmen Oil offers opportunities for downstream and upstream investments in Turkmen Sector of Caspian Sea
The total reserves of hydrocarbon wealth of Turkmen sector Caspian sea is estimated at 18.2 billion tons of oil equivalent, according to Guvanch Agadjanov, head of the State Concern ‘Turkmen Nebit’ [Turkmen oil]. Turkmenistan intends to further enhance cooperation with foreign companies and international partners ready to offer new highly promising methods of geological exploration, […]
Turkmen scientists propose to introduce innovative eco-friendly technology in the production of electricity
Turkmen scientists propose to introduce new power production technologies that do not require gas combustion. Doctor of Technical Sciences, corresponding member of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan Rahman Esedullayev told about one of such technologies to the newspaper “Turkmenistan: The Golden Age”. The most power plants in Turkmenistan are equipped with gas turbines that […]
Turkmen Students and Young Professionals are invited for International Falling Walls Labs
Students and early-career professionals of all disciplines from Turkmenistan are invited to apply to international Falling Walls Labs with their innovative ideas. The contest will take place on 11 May 2023. Who are eligible for contest? If an applicant has a Bachelor’s degree, the degree should not date back more than 10 years. If an […]
Turkmen transport companies learned about the best foreign practices in logistics sector
A series of online seminars on road cargo transportation, organized within the framework of the trilateral plan of joint activities for 2023 between the Association “Turkmen Logistics”, Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Central Asia (CILT Central Asia) and the USAID Program on Trade in Central Asia, has been completed, the Association reports “Turkmen […]
Turkmen transport companies strive for professional development and growth
The international partners of the Association “Turkmen Logistics” will hold a number of events for Turkmen transport companies aimed at improving professional skills of staff working in the transport and logistics sector. Thus, in partnership with the USAID Trade Central Asia and the Representative Office of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Central […]
Turkmenistan and TURKSOY prepare celebrations program on occasion of Organization’s 30th anniversary
Foreign minister of Turkmenistan met online with TURKSOY Secretary General On 6 April 2023, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with Secretary General of the International Organization of Turkic Culture Sultanbai Raev via videoconference. During the meeting, a wide range of issues of cooperation between Turkmenistan and the TURKSOY were discussed. Gratitude […]
Turkmenistan announces an international student competition on the topic of transport corridors for the Silk Road countries
Turkmenistan has announced the holding of an international competition of scientific papers “Prospects for transport and transit corridors in the strategy of revival of the Great Silk Road” among students of higher educational institutions and young scientists. Students from Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkiye, Iran and China are invited to participate in the competition. […]
Turkmenistan is included in the EAEU-led Eurasian Agroexpress project
Turkmenistan is included in Eurasian Agroexpress, the joint project of the Eurasian Economic Union, envisaging accelerated container rail and multimodal transportation of agricultural export products between the EAEU countries (Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia) and China, Uzbekistan, Vietnam and other countries of Southeast and Central Asia. The idea of the project is that the integrated […]
Turkmenistan joins CAREC Advanced Transit System
Turkmenistan will join the pilot project of CAREC Advanced Transit system and Information Common Exchange (CATS/ICE), implemented by the Central Asian Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) program. This was announced by the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan, which is the coordinating body for the project, during an online meeting with authorized representatives of the Asian Development […]
Turkmenistan maintains the highest immunization rates in Central Asia and around the world – UNICEF
Turkmenistan independently finances the national immunization program and maintains the highest immunization rates in Central Asia and around the world. This was stated in an interview with the newspaper “Neutral Turkmenistan” by Mohammad Fayyazi, UNICEF Representative in Turkmenistan. Commenting on the achievements in Turkmenistan’s cooperation with UNICEF, he recalled that thanks to the immunization program, […]
Turkmenistan marked the World Health Day with a bike ride led by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov
On 7 April 2023, Turkmenistan widely celebrated World Health Day. Mass bike rallies, cultural and sporting events were held in Ashgabat and the regions. The main bike ride started from the Bicycle Monument at the intersection of Chandybil Avenue and Bekreva Street and ended in front of the Rukhyet Palace. It was headed by President […]
Turkmenistan offers open opportunities for investment in Galkynysh field and Caspian offshore sector
Turkmenistan has announced that all investment proposals are welcome for the development of the second and third stage of the Galkynysh gas field and the Caspian offshore sector. The remarks were made at the Dubai forum on 26 April 2023 by the DPM of Turkmenistan for the oil and gas sector, Ashyrguly Begliyev. He was […]
Turkmenistan remains ready to supply gas to Europe through Caspian or land route – Turkmen DPM for oil and gas says during Dubai forum
Turkmenistan has not taken the European direction off the table in its gas export diversification options, said the DPM of Turkmenistan for the oil and gas sector, Ashyrguly Begliyev, during the Turkmenistan’s energy forum being held in Dubai. At the end of the plenary session, during the question and answer session, the moderator of the […]