During a telephone conversation on 30 December, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan and the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov congratulated each other and the fraternal peoples of the two countries on the coming 2025, sincerely wishing health, happiness, well-being, peace and prosperity, reports the press […]
The National Leader of the Turkmen people held telephone talks with the Chairman of the Federation Council of Russia – the Second Dialogue of Women of Central Asian states and Russia may take place in Avaza in May 2025
On 28 December 2024, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov had a telephone conversation with Chairman of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation Valentina Matvienko, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan reported. The sides exchanged warm congratulations and best […]
The National Leader of the Turkmen people met with the Chairman of the Council of Elders of the OTS
On Tuesday, 10 December, the National leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with the chairman of the Council of Elders of the Organization of Turkic States Binali Yildirim. Yildirim noted that Türkiye internationally supports the legal status of permanent neutrality of Turkmenistan, twice recognized by the UN. He conveyed greetings and best wishes […]
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Care reports successes and outlines future goals
On Saturday, 7 December, in the city of Arkadag, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov chaired a meeting of the Board of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Care. It was attended by members of the Board, as well as Chairman […]
Water issues, gas supplies and upcoming high-level meetings – The President of Uzbekistan and the National Leader of the Turkmen people discussed key issues of cooperation
On 5 December 2024, a telephone conversation took place between the President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan and the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. During the conversation, the sides discussed in detail topical issues of further strengthening the Turkmen-Uzbek strategic partnership relations and expanding multifaceted cooperation. […]
The National Leader of the Turkmen people met with the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia
On 4 December 2024, as part of a working visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the National Leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Crown Prince, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. During the meeting, the parties expressed satisfaction with the rapid growth […]
The National Leader of the Turkmen people participated in the One Water Summit in Riyadh
On 3 December 2024, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov paid a working visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to participate in the One Water summit. At the beginning of the visit, Arkadag Berdimuhamedov performed Umrah (small pilgrimage) to the holy Kaaba, visiting Makkah. […]
The National Leader of the Turkmen people met with the head of the Council of Elders of the Organization of Turkic States
As part of a working visit to Hungary, the National Leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Chairman of the Council of Elders of the Organization of Turkic States Binali Yildirim. Yildirim thanked Berdimuhamedov for his active participation in the activities of the OTS Council of Elders and noted that the implementation of […]
Speech by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov at the 16th meeting of the Council of Elders of the Organization of Turkic States in Budapest
The National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Khalk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, delivered a speech at the 16th meeting of the Council of Elders of the Organization of Turkic States in Budapest. In his speech, he emphasized the importance of promoting people’s diplomacy based on the principles of prosperity, peace, […]
The OTS Council of Elders invites the National Leader of the Turkmen people for its meeting in Budapest
On Monday, 25 November, a telephone conversation took place between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and Chairman of the Council of Elders of the Organization of Turkic States Binali Yildirim. During the conversation, Yildirim invited Arkadag to participate in the 16th meeting of the […]
The President of Turkmenistan and the National Leader met with the President of Iran
On 11 October, in Ashgabat, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with President of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian. The President of Turkmenistan once again warmly congratulated President Masoud Pezeshkian on his election to a high state post, wishing him great success in his activities. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov stressed that strengthening relations with Iran take a special […]
President Zardari invited the President of Turkmenistan and the National leader to visit Pakistan
On 11 October, President Asif Ali Zardari of Pakistan held one-on-one meetings with the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and the National Leader of the Turkmen People and Chairman of the Halk Maslakhaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov in Ashgabat. During the meetings, the sides had an overview of the bilateral relations and expressed their desire to further […]
President Japarov: Kyrgyzstan Open to Trade Talks, Joint Ventures with Turkmenistan
Kyrgyzstan is ready to discuss steps to increase trade turnover and implement joint infrastructure projects with Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan President Sadyr Japarov said at a meeting with the national Leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. The meeting took place in Ashgabat on October 11 on the sidelines of the international forum “Interrelation of Times and […]
The President of Uzbekistan presented the National Leader of Turkmenistan with a collection of Magtymguly poems in Uzbek
On 11 October 2024, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan met with the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov in Ashgabat, the press service of the Uzbek leader reports. The Head of Uzbekistan congratulated Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov on holding an international forum at the highest level dedicated to […]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov meets with Putin – Russia expects the President of Turkmenistan to attend the BRICS summit
On 11 October 2024, in Ashgabat Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, National Leader of Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with President Vladimir Putin of Russia. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the International conference “The interconnection of times and civilizations – the basis of peace and development” dedicated to the 300th anniversary of […]
The National Leader of Turkmenistan met with the President of Tatarstan
On 10 October, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with the President of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov, who is in Turkmenistan on a working visit, the press service of the President of Tatarstan reports. Rustam Minnikhanov thanked for the invitation to participate in the International […]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov met with Mullah Mohammad Hassan Akhund
On 11 September 2024, the National leader of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Acting Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Afghanistan Mullah Mohammad Hassan Akhund at the Islim-Cheshmeh border checkpoint in Serkhetabat, Takhtabazar district, Mary province. The meeting took place before the opening and groundbreaking ceremonies at Turkmenistan-Afghanistan border. During the meeting, Mullah Mohammad […]
Arkadag visits Iran – Meets Spiritual Leader and President – Four documents signed
The National Leader of Turkmenistan and the Head of Halk Maslahaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov traveled to Iran on 28 August 2024. This is the first high-level visit of a foreign dignitary to Iran since the inauguration of President Masoud Pezeshkian. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, known by his title Arkadag, had a meeting with the Iranian president. Four documents […]
National Leader of Turkmenistan, President of Uzbekistan in telephone conversation
The National Leader of Turkmenistan, Arkadag Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, had a phone conversation on Tuesday, 27 August 2024. They expressed satisfaction at the growing pace of bilateral relations and discussed the prospect of further cooperation in the areas of mutual interest including trade, economy, and fuel and energy spheres. […]
UN sees Turkmenistan as a reliable and responsible partner, says Antonio Guterres
On Friday, 5 July, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres arrived in Ashgabat on a visit. At the Ashgabat International Airport, Guterres was met by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Arkadag Berdimuhamedov. Welcoming the distinguished guest, the National Leader of the Turkmen people stressed that the expansion of cooperation […]
National Leader of the Turkmen people and the President of Türkiye had a telephone conversation
On Saturday, 29 Jun 2024, a telephone conversation took place between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Türkiye. Erdogan congratulated Arkadag on his birthday and conveyed warm greetings to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov. In turn, the National Leader of the […]
President of Uzbekistan congratulated the National Leader of the Turkmen people on his birthday
On Saturday, 29 June 2024, a telephone conversation took place between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan. The Uzbekistan leader congratulated Arkadag Berdimuhamedov on his birthday and the anniversary of the opening of the “smart” city of Arkadag. Chairman […]
National Leader of the Turkmen people and the Chairman of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of Russia discussed the current state of bilateral partnership
On Saturday, 29 June, a telephone conversation took place between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and Chairman of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation Valentina Matvienko. Matvienko congratulated Arkadag Berdimuhamedov on his 67th birthday. The Speaker of the Upper […]
Turkmenistan intends to further strengthen relations with the CIS, the National Leader of the Turkmen people says
On Wednesday, 22 May 2024, the National leader of Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Sergei Lebedev, Secretary General of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). Arkadag Berdimuhamedov wished success to the upcoming meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the CIS. During the meeting, it was emphasized that one of the priority […]
Russia welcomes Turkmenistan’s joining the Russia-Islamic World platform
On 20 May 2024, Turkmenistan’s Ambassador to the Russian Federation Esen Aydogdiyev met with Deputy Chairman of the Federation Council (upper house of Russian parliament) Konstantin Kosachev, the Turkmen diplomatic mission in Moscow reports. “Senators are interested in such meetings being held regularly and included in the work schedule. Contacts with diplomatic representatives facilitate interparliamentary […]
National Leader of the Turkmen people participated in 15th International Economic Forum “Russia–the Islamic World: KazanForum 2024”
On May 16, 2024, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, as part of a working visit to Tatarstan of the Russian Federation, as an honorary guest, took part in the 15th International Economic Forum “Russia–the Islamic the world: KazanForum 2024”, and also held a number […]
National Leader of the Turkmen people and the head of Tatarstan visited the Halal Expo exhibition
On Thursday, 16 May 2024, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, the Rais of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov and Deputy Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation Marat Khusnullin visited the Russia Halal Expo exhibition, which is taking place in Kazan. Russia Halal Expo is […]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov wrapped up visit to Tajikistan – Key events of the concluding day
On 5 April 2024, on the second and final day of the official visit to Tajikistan, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov held a working meeting with the participation of some Deputy Chairmen of the Cabinet of Ministers, and also met with the Prime Minister of Tajikistan […]
Turkmenistan is committed to expanding trade and economic cooperation with Iran – The National Leader of the Turkmen people met with Iranian FM
On Thursday, 28 March 2024, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran Hossein Amirabdollahian. Amirabdollahian praised Berdimuhamedov’s contributions to fostering positive dialogue between the two nations. Chairman Halk Maslahaty stressed the importance of building partnership in the […]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov Addressed Youth on Day of Knowledge
On 1 September 2023 – the day of the beginning of the new academic year – in the city of Arkadag, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov gave a general lesson on the occasion of the Day of Knowledge and Student Youth. The event brought together representatives […]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Palestine discussed issues of bilateral relations
On Thursday, 24 August 2023, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Riyadh al-Maliki, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of Palestine, TDH reports. At the beginning of the meeting, Al-Maliki conveyed to Arkadag Berdimuhamedov an invitation from President Mahmoud Abbas to pay […]
The national leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov visited the medical institutions of Arkadag city
On Saturday, 12 August, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan visited the Multidisciplinary Hospital of the city of Arkadag and the Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Center, according to TDH report. The doctor of the Multidisciplinary Hospital said that since the opening of the hospital, three complex operations […]
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 […]
Uzbek President congratulates Arkadag Berdimuhamedov on his birthday
On Thursday, 29 June, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, who is in Mecca to perform umrah, had a telephone conversation with President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev. Mirziyoyev congratulated Arkadag on his birthday, as well as on the opening of the first stage of Arkadag […]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov met with the heads of Ukrainian construction companies
Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met on Wednesday, 25 January, with Alexander Tislenko CEO of Altcom and Vladimir Petruk, head of Interbudmontazh. The meeting took place on the bridge located on the 798th kilometer of the Karakum river. DPM, foreign minister Rashid Meredov, Chairman of the State Committee for the Construction of the […]
PART TWO: Complete Report: Reformation of Halk Maslahaty – Creation of position of national Leader – Constitutional Amendments
Contents of Part TWO CONSTITUTIONAL LAW OF TURKMENISTAN – On the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Speech by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov at a joint meeting of the Milli Gengesh of Turkmenistan and representatives of public CONSTITUTIONAL LAW OF TURKMENISTAN – On the […]
Joint session of the Parliament of Turkmenistan and representatives of the public – Main Outcomes
On 21 January 2023, a joint meeting of both chambers of the Parliament of Turkmenistan – the Halk Maslahaty and the Mejlis of Turkmenistan – and representatives of the public of Turkmenistan took place in Ashgabat. Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov presided at the meeting of the Parliament. Summary of the session’s outcomes: […]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov discussed energy cooperation with the President of Korea
The energy and infrastructure cooperation between Korea and Turkmenistan has taken a key place on the agenda of the meeting of Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov with President of South Korea Yoon Suk Yeol in Seoul, on 29 November 2022. According to the administration of the Korean President, the meeting discussed prospects for […]
Turkmenistan and Korea are preparing an Investment Guarantee Agreement
Turkmenistan and Korea are preparing a number of agreements designed to strengthen bilateral economic and investment cooperation. During a meeting in Seoul on Monday, Chairman of the National Assembly of Korea Kim Jin-pyo and Chairman of the upper house of the Parliament of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov discussed the issues of signing a bilateral Investment Guarantee […]
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov announced the priority areas of the Turkmen-Korean inter-parliamentary cooperation
On Monday, 28 November 2022, Chairman of the upper house of the Parliament of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, who is on an official visit to Korea, held a meeting with the Speaker of the National Assembly Kim Jin-pyo. “We consider parliamentary diplomacy as a tool to maintain an atmosphere of peace, cooperation and mutual understanding. This […]
Speaker of Turkish Parliament had a series of negotiations in Turkmenistan
The head of the Turkish parliament held a meeting in the Mejlis The Speaker of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye (GNAT) Mustafa Şentop and his accompanying parliamentary delegation held a meeting with the Speaker of the lower house (Mejlis) of the Parliament of Turkmenistan Gulshat Mammedova. Şentop said that Türkiye has always been proud […]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov to attend OTS summit in Samarkand
The Summit of the Heads of State of the Organization of Turkic States will be held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan on 11 November 2022. The Summit is expected to be attended by the President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov, the President of Türkiye Recep […]
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Putin
On Thursday, 3 November, Chairman of the upper house of Turkmen parliament Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Putin presented the ex-president of Turkmenistan with the Order of Merit for the Fatherland of the IV degree. “You have made a huge contribution to promoting bilateral ties between our countries. This applies to our […]
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov took part in the plenary session of the Federation Council
Highlights of the second day of Turkmen parliamentary delegation visit to Russia: On 2 November, Chairman of the upper house of the Parliament of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov addressed the plenary session of the Federation Council. He also met with the speaker of lower chamber of Russian Parliament. Turkmen lawmakers had a meeting with their Russian […]
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov on an official visit to Moscow
On Tuesday, 1 November, Chairman of the upper house of Parliament Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov went on an official three-day visit to Moscow. On the first day of the visit, Berdimuhamedov met with the Chairman of the Federation Council Valentina Matvienko. Before the meeting, they got acquainted with the photo chronicle of the mutual visits of the […]
Speaker of upper house of Turkmen Parliament met with Japanese PM
During his working visit to Tokyo, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, chairman of the upper house of Turkmenistan parliament met Wednesday, 28 September, with Prime Minister of Japan Fumio Kishida. Prime Minister Kishida thanked Berdimuhamedov for the memorial dinner held in Turkmenistan to commemorate former Prime Minister Abe, and expressed his gratitude for attending the funeral of the […]
Regional Leaders congratulated Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov on his birthday
Before the start of the Caspian Summit, the Presidents of Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Russia and Iran met with the ex-President of Turkmenistan Arkadag Berdimuhamedov, who celebrated his 65th birthday on 29 June. Presidents Sadyr Japarov of Kyrgyzstan, Emomali Rahmon of Tajikistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan, head of upper house of Russian parliament Valentina Matvienko congratulated him […]