Tariq Saeedi Turkmenistan has invited the CIS countries to take part in the emerging and planned infrastructure projects aimed at connectivity with South Asia and beyond. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, in his speech at the summit of the heads of state of CIS, floated the idea. The summit was held in Moscow on 8 October 2024. […]
China planning to establish joint science-technology centre with Central Asia
China, in pursuit of taking its partnership with Central Asia, is planning to establish a joint sci-tech (science and technology) centre with Central Asia. The idea was born during a meeting of the CPPCC (Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference) in March this year. The authors of the idea have proposed to establish it in XAR […]
Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Turkmenistan: A look at China through golden sayings – 36th issue
Qian Naicheng, Ambassador of China to Turkmenistan On September 30, General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee, President of the People’s Republic of China and Chairman of the Central Military Commission Xi Jinping attended the reception to mark the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China in Beijing and delivered an […]
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov congratulated the nation on the 33rd anniversary of Turkmenistan’s Independence
Dear compatriots! Dear friends! I sincerely congratulate you on the national holiday – Independence Day of Turkmenistan, which is widely and solemnly celebrated throughout the beautiful Motherland! Independence is the basis of our achievements and victories, sovereignty and a happy life in the epoch of the Revival of a new era of a powerful state. […]
32 years of Turkmenistan-Korea partnership
By Korea Herald This year Turkmenistan celebrates the 33rd anniversary of its Independence and marks the 32nd anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations with the Republic of Korea. Thirty-three years ago, the Constitutional Act on the independence and state structure of Turkmenistan was adopted, according to which Turkmenistan was proclaimed as an independent democratic […]
Speech by the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov at the meeting of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan
Dear compatriots! Dear participants of the meeting of the Halk Maslahaty! Today, in the epoch of the Revival of a new era of a powerful state, we celebrate the main holiday of our country with glorious accomplishments and labor achievements – the 33rd anniversary of Turkmenistan’s independence. Dear compatriots, I sincerely congratulate you on the […]
Speech by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan Hero-Arkadag Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov at the meeting of the Halk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan
Dear participants of the meeting Halk Maslahat! Dear compatriots! In a few days, we will celebrate the 33rd anniversary of the sacred independence of the sovereign Fatherland at a high level. Independence is the recognition of our native people and beloved Motherland throughout the world. The bright path of all achievements and prosperity. Dear compatriots! […]
Halk Maslahaty Session was held in Turkmenistan
On 24 September 2024, a regular meeting of the Halk Maslahaty [People’s Council] of Turkmenistan was held in Ashgabat under the chairmanship of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. The meeting was attended by heads of state authorities, members of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, deputies of […]
Ongoing rehabilitation of Karakalpakstan is a success story from Uzbekistan, mitigating Aral Sea disaster impact
Karakalpakstan is an autonomous region of Uzbekistan, bordering with Turkmenistan. It was a thriving region in the 1970s, when irrigation from the Amu Darya was being expanded. However, the evaporation of the Aral Sea has made Karakalpakstan one of Uzbekistan’s poorest regions. Karakalpakstan has an area of 166,590 km2 (64,320 sq mi), and has a […]
New ADB Strategy to Propel Turkmenistan Towards a More Sustainable, Climate-Resilient, and Competitive Economy
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) today launched a new country partnership strategy for Turkmenistan designed to help the Central Asian nation develop a competitive, diversified, and knowledge-based economy driven by an innovative private sector. Under the new strategy, covering 2024-2028, ADB’s assistance will focus on three strategic priorities — supporting the green transition to a […]
The Renaissance of Central Asia: Towards Sustainable Development and Prosperity
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan For centuries, the Central Asian region has acted as a single geopolitical and spiritual arena, endowed with significant natural resources, substantial human capacity, and an infinite cultural and historical heritage. I.COMMON DEVELOPMENT GOALS The symbiosis of nomadic and sedentary lifestyles has not only formed the economic system […]
Visit of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan to Pakistan
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov is on a visit to Pakistan. On 23 July 2024, he held a number of meetings, including with the President of Pakistan and the Prime Minister. Bilateral political consultations were also held on the same day. As is obvious from the press materials, […]
FutureSkills4All: Empowering Turkmenistan Youth for Employability and Resilience
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan, in collaboration with the UNDP Knowledge Project, is joining the FutureSkills4All Initiative to enhance youth employment opportunities by providing learning and skill development opportunities for young people and women in Turkmenistan. This skill building activity is part of the Country Component of the Regional Project on “Promoting […]
“Japbaki” at Russian Drama Theater in Ashgabat: A Powerful Performance Celebrating Inclusiveness
Irina Kuliyeva The principle of leaving no one behind, a cornerstone of the UN’s 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, guides Turkmenistan’s social policies. By focusing on people with disabilities and special needs, the country strengthens social protections and fosters their integration into society. This commitment comes alive at the Pushkin Russian Drama Theater’s inclusive children’s […]
Oil and gas complex of Turkmenistan: development priorities
Batyr Amanov, Deputy Prime Minister of Turkmenistan Turkmenistan is on the threshold of a significant, truly fateful date – the 32nd anniversary of independence. Over the years of sovereign development, Turkmenistan has achieved impressive success in socio-economic development. The oil and gas industry, being one of the leading sectors of the national economy, plays an […]
UNDP and the British Embassy in Turkmenistan convene the sixth coordination meeting of the Climate Group of Development Partners
Ashgabat, 15 September 2023: Today, UNDP and the British Embassy in Turkmenistan in a hybrid format held regular Coordination meeting of the Climate Group of Development Partners aimed at continuing the established dialogue to accelerate the efforts of the Government of Turkmenistan to implement its international commitments under the Paris Agreement on Climate Change. The […]
Agile foreign policy of Turkmenistan – 16 initiatives and announcements at the UN General Assembly Session will connect smoothly with 10 proposals made at GCC+CA Summit in Jeddah
Tariq Saeedi and Elvira Kadyrova The agile and proactive foreign policy of Turkmenistan has lately shown a remarkable degree of finesse. The compact but very competent team of the Turkmen diplomats have shown the incredible ability to launch new initiatives and maintain their momentum after their launch. What is more, as they carry more load, […]
Positive signs as Asia-Pacific moves toward global development goals
Dr. Shamshad Akhtar With just over a year since the adoption of a historic blueprint to end poverty and protect the planet, positive signs have already started to emerge among countries in the Asia-Pacific region as they push ahead with the implementation of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It is encouraging to note that […]
ADB: Wider Solar Power Use Critical for Asia
BANGKOK, THAILAND, 30 May 2011 – Asia must expand solar energy generation if the region is to stay on its strong economic growth path and reduce carbon emissions, Asian Development Bank (ADB) Vice-President (Operations 1) Xiaoyu Zhao said today. Mr. Zhao was speaking here at the opening of the 3rd meeting of the Asia Solar […]