Today, Central Asia is a center of attraction and a space of new economic opportunities for leading European companies and banks, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev stated, speaking at the second EU-Central Asia high-level regional meeting in Kyrgyzstan on 2 June 2023. As Mirziyoyev noted, we are talking about a broad investment and technological partnership […]
Archives for June 2023
Privately owned refrigerated warehouse adds to supply chain sustainability of Turkmenistan
A refrigerated warehouse with freezing facilities has started working in the Balkanabat city of the Balkan province of Turkmenistan. It is owned by Toydurdy Gulnazarov, a member of the Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs of Turkmenistan. The capacity of the warehouse is 500 tons and it can store different products at separate temperatures according to […]
Regional Dialogue Opens Strong Commitment to Foster Nature-based Solutions for Resilient Landscapes in Central Asia
For two days, decision-makers, policy leaders, experts and practitioners from Central Asia gathered together in a high-level event to discuss scaling up of Nature-based Solutions for resilient landscapes and communities in the region Opening ceremony Minister Abdukhakimov, Ministry of Ecology, Enviroment Protection and Climate Change of the Republic of Uzbekistan Marco Mantovanelli, Uzbekistan Country Manager, World […]
Republic Day of Italy celebrated in grand style in Ashgabat
Ambassador Luigi Ferrari and Mrs. Sabrina Ferrari hosted a grand reception on 2 June 2023 in Ashgabat to mark the Republic Day of Italy. It was an open-air event with cloudy sky and large number of guests including the representatives of the youth. DPM Atdaev represented the government of Turkmenistan. Here is the speech of […]
Russian archaeologists return to Turkmenistan and discover previously unseen artifacts
In the south-east of Turkmenistan, in one of the most severe deserts in the world – in the Karakum Desert, in the legendary and semi-mythical country of Margiana, at the ancient settlement of Gonur-depe, after a four-year break due to the pandemic, archaeological excavations were resumed. Here, in April and May 2023, the Russian-Turkmen Margiana […]
Russian language center may open in Turkmenistan this fall
Russian Language and Open Education Center is planned to be opened in Turkmenistan in October. The rector of Naberezhnye Chelny State Pedagogical University (Tatarstan, Russia) Alfinur Galiakberova told about this in an interview with the local newspaper “Naberezhnye Chelny News”. Noting that NCSPU became the operator of this Center, the head of the university said: […]
Russian Railways targets to transport 1 million tons of cargo along the eastern branch of the North–South corridor
This year, Russian railways plans to transport 1 million tons of cargo along the eastern branch of the international North-South transport corridor through Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan. This was announced at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF-2023) by Oleg Belozerov, CEO – Chairman of the Management Board of JSC Russian Railways, writes “RZD-Partner”. “We are […]
Second regional high-level EU-Central Asia meeting wrapped up in Kyrgyzstan – Joint press communique issued – Uzbekistan offers to host First EU-Central Asia Summit next year
Today, on 2 June 2023, the leaders of Central Asia countries and the President of European Council met in Cholpon-Ata, Kyrgyzstan for second regional high-level meeting. Following the meeting, Joint press communique was issued. According to the document, the sides underlined the need to strengthen cooperation between Central Asia and the EU on the old, […]
Seeing China Through Golden Sayings – Part 31
Qian Naicheng, Chinese Ambassador to Turkmenistan 1. Chinese civilization has a long and uninterrupted history dating back to ancient times. A comprehensive and in-depth understanding of this history is essential to more effectively promote the creative transformation and innovative development of the brilliant traditions of Chinese culture, to more actively promote the construction of a socialist […]
SerdarGB led the groundbreaking ceremony of II phase of the smart-city Arkadag – Arkadag city will open on 29 June
On Friday, 16 June, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov led the groundbreaking ceremony of the second stage of the Arkadag smart-city. At the venue of the celebration, he held an expanded meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers. The opening of the city of Arkadag will take place on 29 June during the celebration of Eid al-Adha. The […]
SerdarGB made a working trip to the Balkan province and talked with private farmers
On Tuesday, 13 June, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov made a working trip to the western region of the country – the Balkan province, during which he got acquainted with the implementation of the state program for the socio-economic development of the province and the pace of the grain harvesting campaign. The head of state went by […]
South Korea offers to create a joint shipbuilding enterprise in Turkmenistan
The Korea Marine Equipment Association KOMEA proposes to create a joint venture with the Turkmen shipbuilding plant “Balkan”. The offer was made on 20 June 2023 during a meeting with the head of KOMEA at the Agency of Maritime and River Transport of Turkmenistan (Turkmendenizderyayollary). During the meeting, the proposals of the COMEA Association, potential […]
Stepping up regional co-operation on climate change and security in Central Asia: High mountain areas in focus at OSCE-adelphi workshop in Tashkent
On 20 and 21 June 2023, over 60 participants representing a wide range of government and civil society organizations from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan as well as regional and international organizations convened in a workshop in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The event was organized by the Office of the Co-ordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental […]
Strategic partnership between Russia and Turkmenistan is one of the most important components of peace and stability in Central Asia, Ambassador Volynkin says
Russia is one of the major trading partners of Turkmenistan with $ 1.6 billion mutual trade turnover The extensive strategic partnership between Russia and Turkmenistan is not only the foundation for the development of multifaceted bilateral cooperation, but also one of the most important components of maintaining lasting peace and stability in the Central Asian […]
Talks between President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Hungarian Prime Minister – Agreement on investment protection and 7 more documents signed – Energy, transport, education are promising areas of cooperation
nCa Report President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Prime Minister of Hungary Viktor Orban had talks on Friday, 9 June, in Ashgabat. The parties held talks in a tete-a-tete format and with the participation of the delegations of the two countries in an expanded format. Following the negotiations, a package of eight documents was signed. […]
Tanya Rosen: Persian Leopards – barometers of healthy eco-systems
Turkmenistan is home to the second largest leopard population and making efforts to preserve this species of Red Book cats and track their population within the framework of cooperation with international projects. On this World Environment Day during a special event hosted by the Ministry of agriculture and environmental protection of Turkmenistan, Ms.Tanya Rosen, IUCN […]
The 28th “Oil & Gas of Turkmenistan – 2023” International Conference & EXPO
The 28th International Conference and Expo “Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan” (OGT-2023) will be held in Ashgabat on October 25-27, 2023. The Conference is organized by the State Concerns “Turkmengaz”, “Turkmennebit”, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan, and the State Corporation “Turkmengeology” in partnership with Turkmen Forum and UK-based GaffneyCline. The conference and […]
The Ambassador of Slovakia presented copies of his credentials to Turkmen Deputy FM
On June 19, 2023, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan B.Myatiev received copies of his credentials from the Ambassador of the Slovak Republic in Turkmenistan (with residence in Tashkent) Viktor Boretsky. B.Myatiev congratulated the ambassador on his appointment to a responsible position and expressed the readiness of the Turkmen side to provide assistance […]
The Black Sea highlands of Türkiye offer an unforgettable experience amid the nature
Türkiye’s Black Sea highlands offer a wide selection of getaway alternatives for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The plateaus, among the most famous Black Sea, routes all year, offer a perfect combination of natural scenery, blue skies, and fresh air. As an alternative to a seaside holiday, how about […]
The delegation of Turkmenistan outlined the priorities for combating terrorism during the Third Conference of the Heads of Counter-Terrorism Agencies of the UN Member States
The delegation from Turkmenistan attended the Third Conference of Heads of Counter-Terrorism Agencies of the UN Member States in New York on June 19-20, 2023. Led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr. Vepa Hajiyev, the delegation outlined national priorities for combating terrorism. The conference commenced with welcoming remarks from UN Secretary-General Mr. António Guterres […]
The Erdogan Factor – his third term in office may stimulate new content in partnership with Central Asia
Tariq Saeedi and Elvira Kadyrova If he sings, his album tops the charts – (This Song Doesn’t End Here – Bu Şarkı Burada Bitmez, 1999). If he writes a book, it becomes an instant bestseller – (A Fairer World Is Possible – Daha Adil Bir Dünya Mümkün, 2021). The problem when writing about Erdogan is […]
The flagship of the electric power industry of Turkmenistan – Mary State Power Plant celebrates its 50th anniversary
Jumanazar Karadjayev, Chairman of the Council of the Energy Workers Trade Union of Turkmenistan In his book “The Electric Power of Turkmenistan”, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov notes that the Mary State power plant is the flagship of the Turkmen energy industry, the first […]
The Institute “Diplomatic World” from Brussels sent a video message on the eve of the opening of the city of Arkadag
Barbara Dietrich, Director General and founder of the Diplomatic World Institute based in Brussels, as well as Alberto Turkstra, an expert on Central Asia and project manager of this institution, visited the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Belgium today on the eve of their departure to Turkmenistan to attend the opening ceremony of Arkadag city. Representatives […]
The Institute of State, Law and Democracy of Turkmenistan explains how the National Plan for the Realization of Children’s Rights to be implemented
President of Turkmenistan approved the National Action Plan for the Implementation of Children’s Rights in Turkmenistan for 2023-2028. The ministries and branch departments, local executive authorities and public associations of Turkmenistan are tasked with the implementation of the Plan. The head of the Department of Democracy and International Relations Shemshat Atajanova commented in an interview […]
The International Dance and Folklore Festival has started in Avaza
On Tuesday, June 13, the International Dance and Folklore Festival “Avaza-2023” kicked off in the National Tourist Zone “Avaza”. Cultural delegations from Iran, India, Kazakhstan, China, Tajikistan, Russia, Romania, and Uzbekistan take part in the festival organized by the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan. On the first day of the festival, a concert was held […]
The Most Beautiful Dive Routes in Türkiye
Türkiye offers diving enthusiasts the opportunity to discover the traces of the past in the blue depths all year round with its different sunken spots, rich underwater fauna and flora. Along its 8,500 square kilometres of coastline, Türkiye welcomes those interested in diving tourism with the exciting experience they seek regarding underwater archaeology and nature. […]
The national leader of Turkmenistan travels to Saudi Arabia for Umra pilgrimage
The national leader of Turkmenistan, Arkadag Berdimuhamedov traveled to Saudi Arabia on 29 June 2023 for a two-day visit to perform the Umra pilgrimage, which is also called smaller Hajj. He is accompanied by a delegation of elders. Except for two elements, the process and rituals for the Hajj and Umra are nearly identical. ArkadagGB […]
The President of Turkmenistan received the new Ambassador of Korea
On Monday, 12 June, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the newly appointed Ambassador of South Korea to Turkmenistan Ji Kyu-taek, who presented credentials to the head of state. During the meeting, the dynamic nature of interstate partnership was emphasized both in the bilateral format and within the framework of international organizations, primarily the United Nations. The […]
The Regional Office for Central Asia of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights continues Human Rights Education School for young people with disabilities in Turkmenistan
On 21-22 June, the Regional Office for Central Asia of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR/ROCA) held the third and final training of the “School on human rights and advocacy on the rights of persons with disabilities.” The aim of the third seminar was to consolidate new skills and introduce participants to the […]
Time is now for Yeni Türkiye – New Türkiye
nCa Report President Erdogan has started his third term in office with his voter base intact. The coalition led by the AK Party is in comfortable majority in the parliament. There is the vast pool of goodwill for Türkiye in the greater Eurasian landmass. The geopolitical conditions are loaded with new opportunities. — The stars […]
Transylvania Group featured Romanian best folk dance traditions in Ashgabat
Ravilya Kadyrova and Elvira Kadyrova Sunday evening on 18 June gifted Ashgabat an unforgettable show – a celebration of dance and fun, hosted by the Romanian National Folklore Ensemble “Transylvania”. A dance group from this European country participated in the International Folklore and Dance Festival, which recently took place in the Turkmen tourist zone Avaza. […]
Turkish experts may take part in the restoration of historical sites in Turkmenistan
During the meeting on Wednesday, 28 June, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and Secretary General of the Union of Engineers and Architects of the Turkic World Ilyas Demirji exchanged views on the preservation and restoration of historical monuments in Turkmenistan. In this context, the National Leader of the Turkmen people expressed readiness to […]
Türkiye: After being dormant for two millennia, the colossal Fountain of Kibyra in the “city of gladiators” is flowing again
Burdur, a city renowned for its archaeological monuments in Türkiye’s Western Anatolian Region, has exciting news. After a nine-month restoration process, fresh and potable spring water is again flowing from the massive fountain in the ancient city of Kibyra, located in Burdur’s Gölhisar district. The restoration of the monumental fountain in Kibyra, the ancient city […]
Türkiye: The finest of the Aegean and the Mediterranean meet in Bodrum
Did you know that Muğla, located where the Mediterranean and the Aegean seas meet, is home to some of Turkey’s most famous tourist spots, including Bodrum, Fethiye, Marmaris, Datça, Göcek, Ölüdeniz and Köyceğiz? With two international airports in Bodrum-Milas and Dalaman, the region charms visitors with its blue and green landscapes, antique cities, fascinating artefacts, […]
Türkiye’s ancient and sustainable culinary culture was celebrated around the world
TURKISH CUISINE WEEK HAS ENDED The Turkish Cuisine Week, held this year from May 21-27 was a global celebration of Turkish gastronomy, which bears the traces of dozens of various civilisations and is nourished by a fertile geography and rich history. During Turkish Cuisine Week, which took place for the second time this year, the […]
Turkmen Ambassador spoke at UNESCO about the role of the Russian language in intercultural communication
On 6 June 2023, UNESCO headquarters hosted an event dedicated to the Russian Language Day organized by the Permanent Missions of the Russian Federation, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, the Republic of Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. The program of the event included the opening ceremony, followed by a concert with […]
Turkmen customs officers attended EU project seminar on establishing a framework of customs competencies
From 13 to 15 June, the EU-funded Border Management Programme in Central Asia (BOMCA 10) held a Regional workshop in Astana, Kazakhstan, for the heads and key staff of the Customs agencies of the Central Asian countries. On behalf of Turkmenistan, the meeting was attended by the head of the Training Center at the State […]
Turkmen Delegation met with Pakistani PM – Joint Implementation Plan for the Expedited Implementation of the TAPI signed
On 8 June 2023, the second day of the visit, the delegation of Turkmenistan headed by Mr. Maksat Babayev, State Minister – Chairman of State Concern “Turkmengas”, called on Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif, Embassy of Turkmenistan to Pakistan said in a press release. During the meeting, the Turkmen side briefed the Prime Minister […]
Turkmen Deputy FM to participate in the Third High-Level Counter-Terrorism Week at UNHQ in New York
Vepa Hajiyev, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, will be visiting the United Nations Headquarters (UNHQ) in New York to take part in the Third High-Level Counter-Terrorism Week (CT Week) from 19 to 20 June 2023, the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the UN said in a press release. The theme of the […]
Turkmen Energy Officials is on visit to Pakistan – TAP and TAPI projects under spotlight
On 7 June 2023, the delegation of Turkmenistan arrived in Islamabad for a two-day visit to discuss the implementation of the TAPI Gas Pipeline Project and the TAP Power Transmission Line Project, Embassy of Turkmenistan to Pakistan said in a press release. On the same day, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Energy […]
Turkmen envoy met in the Netherlands with the world’s major manufacturer of marine technologies
The Turkmenistan’s Ambassador to Belgium Sapar Palvanov met with Jan-Peter Klaver, CEO of Royal IHC, world’s largest manufacturer of marine technologies. Turkmen envoy visited the company’s training center and industrial facility located in Kinderdijk, the Netherlands. The Ambassador discussed with the Dutch businessman the prospects and opportunities for deepening bilateral business cooperation between the company […]
Turkmen Envoy to UNESCO highlighted his country’s efforts in preserving national cultural heritage
On 6 June 2023, Ambassador, Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan to UNESCO, Mr. Maksat Chariev attended the Ninth session of the Conference of Parties to the Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions, held at UNESCO headquarters in Paris, Turkmenistan’s Embassy to France reports. At the opening session, the members of […]
Turkmen gas can be one of the solutions to the European energy crisis, Hungarian FM says
Hungary sees Turkmenistan as one of the possible solutions to the current European energy crisis, said Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Economic Relations of Hungary Peter Szijjarto in his official Instagram account. “Turkmenistan’s natural gas may play a significant role in this, but there is a lack of adequate transport routes to Europe. We […]
Turkmen Motor Transport Agency to launch a system of electronic waybills
On Wednesday, 7 June, the President of Turkmenistan signed a decree ordering the Agency for Transport and Communications under the Cabinet of Ministers to ensure the creation of an electronic information exchange system for the electronic consignment note of the agency “Turkmenawtoulaglary” (Turkmen Motor Transport) or e-CMR system. This step will be a practical measure […]
Turkmen permanent representative to the UN met with Korean Deputy Foreign Minister
On June 5, 2023, at the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the UN, A. Ataeva, Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan to the UN, met with Mr. Yong min Park, Deputy Minister for Multilateral and Global Affairs of the Republic of Korea. During the meeting, a constructive exchange of views took place on the bilateral cooperation of […]
Turkmenistan exported over 566 million kV-h of electricity to Kyrgyzstan in February-April 2023
In February-April 2023, Turkmenistan exported over 566.38 million kilowatt-hours of electric energy to Kyrgyzstan, or 41.7% of the country’s total electricity imports, KirTAG reports with reference to the National Statistical Committee of Kyrgyzstan. The total cost of supplies exceeded 1.48 billion Som an average of 2.62 Som (approx. US $3) per kilowatt-hour. Over the four […]
Turkmenistan firmly adheres to neutrality stance and continues to use the potential of a neutral policy – Ambassador Rejepov
Turkmenistan, adhering to a firm position of neutrality, continues to fully use the potential of a neutral policy in supporting political and diplomatic efforts to resolve disputes and conflict situations in world politics, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Kazakhstan Batyr Rejepov stressed. He made this statement during his remarks at the High-Level Political and Security Dialogue […]
Turkmenistan is moving forward with plans to extinguish a gas crater in the Karakum desert
The project to extinguish the gas crater “Gates of Hell” in the Turkmen Karakum desert, which caught fire more than 50 years ago due to the collapse of an exploration mine, is at the approval stage, TASS reports with reference to Irina Luryeva, head of the laboratory of the Natural Gas Research Institute of the […]
Turkmenistan participated in the meeting of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea in Dushanbe
On 5 June 2023, a regular meeting of the Board of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS) was held in Dushanbe, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Tajikistan reports. The delegation of Turkmenistan was headed by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Annageldy Yazmyradov. The meeting was attended by high-ranking […]
Turkmenistan participates in the 111th session of the International Labour Conference
On 13 June 2023, Muhammetseyit Sylapov, Minister of Labour and Social Protection of the Population of Turkmenistan has participated to the Plenary session of the 111th session of the International Labour Conference in Geneva, Turkmenistan’s Permanent Mission to UN Office at Geneva reported. The minister made a statement on behalf of the Government delegation of […]