On December 10, 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov had a meeting with the Executive Director of the UN Security Council Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate Natalia German at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The head of the Foreign Ministry congratulated Natalia German on being awarded the jubilee medal of […]
Lavrov and Meredov discussed topical issues of Russian-Turkmen relations
On 2 December 2024, at the initiative of the Russian side, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov had a telephone conversation with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Sergey Lavrov. According to the Russian Foreign Ministry, the parties discussed topical issues of Russian-Turkmen relations, including cooperation between foreign ministries, […]
China is willing to increase the scale of trade and investment cooperation with Turkmenistan, says Wang Yi
On 30 November 2024, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with a Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi in Chengdu. During the meeting, the parties discussed a wide range of issues of bilateral cooperation, confirming their commitment to […]
Foreign ministers of Turkmenistan and UAE met in Abu Dhabi
Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of UAE, received on 21 November in Abu Dhabi Rashid Meredov, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, MOFA UAE said in a press release. During the meeting, the two top diplomats discussed enhancing bilateral relations and […]
Turkmenistan – TURKSOY Partnership: A Year of Achievements
On 15 November 2024, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with a delegation headed by Secretary General of the International Organization of Turkic Culture (TURKSOY) Sultan Raev at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. During the meeting, topical issues of cooperation were discussed, promising areas of partnership between Turkmenistan and TURKSOY […]
Foreign Ministers of Turkmenistan and Japan discuss preparations for Central Asia-Japan Summit
On 8 November 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov had a telephone conversation with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan Takeshi Iwaya, MFA Turkmenistan reports. The two ministers discussed key aspects of bilateral cooperation, including political, diplomatic, trade, economic, cultural, and humanitarian fields. They highlighted the strong foundation of trust […]
Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan calls on the Prime Minister of Pakistan at the SCO margins
On the sidelines of the SCO Council of Heads of Government (CHG) meeting, being held from 15-16 October 2024 in Islamabad, the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, on 15 Oct, the Ministry of information and broadcasting of […]
Foreign minister of Turkmenistan met with the Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport of the Republic of Korea
On 23 September 2024, a meeting was held in the premises of the MFA of Turkmenistan between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and the Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport of the Republic of Korea Sangwoo Park. During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for cooperation in […]
UAE Ambassador to Turkmenistan meets Minister of Foreign Affairs
Ahmed Al Hameli, UAE Ambassador to the Republic of Turkmenistan, met with Rashid Meredov, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, at the headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Ashgabat. Al Hameli conveyed the greetings of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and […]
Border Meeting: Turkmenistan and Afghanistan discuss joint projects inauguration
Turkmenistan’s Deputy Prime Minister, foreign minister Rashid Meredov met with the foreign minister of Afghanistan Amir Khan Mottaqi at the shared border’s zero point, the official government website of Afghanistan reported on 5 September 2024. The meeting brought together delegations from various organizations of Afghanistan and Turkmenistan. During this gathering, the parties deliberated on arrangements […]
We consider Turkmenistan as an integral part of TURKSOY, says Secretary General Raev
On September 3rd, 2024, Mr. Rashid Meredov, the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan welcomed a delegation of TURKSOY headed by its Secretary General Sultan Raev in his office in the premises of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The agenda of the meeting which took […]
Foreign minister of Turkmenistan congratulates newly appointed foreign minister of Iran
The DPM and foreign minister of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, has congratulated the newly appointed foreign minister of Iran, Abbas Araghchi. He noted the high level of political, diplomatic, trade, economic and cultural-humanitarian relations between Turkmenistan and Iran, which have been maintained for a long time. Meredov expressed confidence that mutual cooperation between the two countries […]
Afghanistan and Turkmenistan Discuss Joint Infrastructure Projects
Officials from Turkmenistan and Afghanistan met at the border between the two countries in the Torghundi district of Herat on Wednesday (August 21) to assess readiness for the launch of the TAPI gas project. The two sides also discussed the construction of a new railway line and power transmission infrastructure. The high-level Afghan delegation, led […]
Foreign ministers of Turkmenistan and Türkiye in political consultations
On August 14, 2024, political consultations were held in Ankara between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and the Republic of Türkiye. The Turkmen delegation was headed by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov, and the Turkish delegation was headed by Minister of Foreign Affairs […]
The newly appointed U.S. Ambassador presented her credentials to the President of Turkmenistan
On Wednesday, 31 July, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to Turkmenistan Ms.Elizabeth Rood. During the meeting, the fruitful nature of the interstate dialogue developing in the political and diplomatic sphere was noted. In this regard, it was stressed that the regular relevant departments of the two countries maintain contacts on issues of […]
Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan took part in the inauguration ceremony of the President of Iran
On 30 July 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov took part in the inauguration ceremony of the newly elected President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian. During the visit, the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran received the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. Meredov conveyed congratulations and […]
The German Ambassador to Turkmenistan presented copies of credentials to the Minister of Foreign Affairs
On 29 July 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held a meeting with the newly appointed German Ambassador to Turkmenistan Bernd Heinze, who presented copies of his credentials. The Minister congratulated the Ambassador on his appointment to a responsible post and expressed the readiness of the Turkmen side to provide assistance […]
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, […]
The Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Turkmenistan presented copies of credentials
On July 16, 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held a meeting with the newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Turkmenistan Nurlan Nogayev, who presented copies of his credentials. Meredov congratulated the Ambassador on his appointment to a responsible post and expressed the readiness of the Turkmen side […]
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan FMs discussed issues of strategic partnership
On Monday, 8 July 2024, as part of a working visit to Astana, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan reports. During the talks, the parties […]
Guterres opens new UN Building in Ashgabat
In a ceremony Saturday afternoon, António Guterres, the UN Secretary General, and Rashid Meredov, the DPM and foreign minister of Turkmenistan jointly opened a new office building for the UN system in Turkmenistan. The new building opened on 6 July 2024 is the third office complex provided by the government of Turkmenistan to the UN […]
Vice Speaker of the upper house of the Russian Parliament is on a visit to Ashgabat
On 13 June 2024, Turkmenistan’s Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov met with Konstantin Kosachev, Deputy Speaker of Russia’s upper house of parliament (Federation Council). The meeting focused on strengthening the strategic partnership between the two countries. The sides praised the excellent state of bilateral relations, fostered by frequent high-level interactions. They highlighted the significance of the […]
Delegation of Turkmenistan took part in the Ministerial conference “Central Asia – Italy”
On May 29, 2024, a ministerial conference in the “Central Asia – Italy” format was held in Rome. The event was attended by the executives of foreign policy departments of Central Asian countries, Italy, as well as representatives of the European Union. The Deputy of the Cabinet of Ministers, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan […]
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan discussed preparations for the Consultative Summit of Central Asia
Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and his Kazakhstan counterpart Murat Nurtleu discussed preparations for the 6th summit of the Advisory Council of the Heads of Central Asian States, which will be held in Astana in August this year, Kazinform reports. According to Nutrleu, during the negotiations with Meredov, “new […]
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan Boost Cargo Flow: Aktau-Turkmenbashi Route Sees 50% Surge over past three years
Talks between Kazakhstan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu and his Turkmen counterpart Rashid Meredov yielded positive results for regional trade. The nations agreed to significantly increase cargo transportation between the key ports of Aktau (Kazakhstan) and Turkmenbashi (Turkmenistan). This decision builds upon an increase of cargo transshipment on this route surging by […]
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan Look to the Future: Digital Cooperation Takes Center Stage
Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with Minister of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan Zhaslan Madiyev during an official visit to Astana. During the meeting, prospects for strengthening bilateral cooperation and exchanging experience in strategically important areas were discussed. Madiyev stressed that this […]
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan FMs held talks in Astana – transport, trade & economic relations under the spotlight
On Monday, 27 May 2024, negotiations were held in Astana between Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu and Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov, MFA Kazakhstan reports. The ministers reviewed a wide range of cooperation areas, including political ties, trade, […]
President of Kazakhstan received the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan
On 27 May 2024, the President of Kazakhstan received Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers – Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov, who arrived in Astana on an official visit, Akorda reported. Welcoming the Turkmen diplomat, Tokayev expressed satisfaction with the current state of Kazakhstani-Turkmen relations, which are steadily strengthening in the […]
Turkmenistan and EU mark 30 years of cooperation
nCa News and Commentary Turkmenistan and the EU jointly organized a conference on 14 May 2024. The theme of the conference: ‘30 Years of Cooperation between the European Union and Turkmenistan: working together for a better future.’ The conference was a composite event. The inaugural session, which was in the format of panel discussion, featured […]
Turkmenistan outlines priority areas for cooperation with EU
At the inaugural session of the conference ‘30 Years of Cooperation between the European Union and Turkmenistan: working together for a better future,’ Turkmenistan has outlined the priority areas for cooperation with the EU, The conference coincides with the visit of Ms. Terhi Hakala, European Union Special Representative for Central Asia, to Turkmenistan. The DPM […]
Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan met with the EU Special Representative for Central Asia
On May 13, 2024, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and the Special Representative of the European Union for Central Asia Terhi Hakala. During the event, an exchange of views took place on the current partnership agenda and prospects […]
Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan meets the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs of Great Britain
On April 24, 2024, in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, a meeting was held between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs of Great Britain David Cameron. During the meeting, a range of issues in the political-diplomatic, trade-economic and cultural-humanitarian […]
Ambassador of Pakistan to Turkmenistan presented copies of his credentials to Foreign Minister
On April 18, 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with the newly appointed Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Turkmenistan Ahsan Wagan, who presented copies of his credentials. The Minister congratulated the Ambassador on his appointment to a responsible post and expressed the readiness of the Turkmen side […]
Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan Hold Political Consultations in Tashkent
On 16 April 2024, political consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan took place in Tashkent. The delegations were led by Rashid Meredov, Turkmenistan’s Foreign Minister, and his Uzbek counterpart, Bakhtiyor Saidov, according to a press release issued by the Turkmen Foreign Ministry. The ministers stressed the momentum in Turkmen-Uzbek relations, […]
Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan met with the President of Uzbekistan
On 15 April, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev met with Rashid Meredov, Turkmenistan’s Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Foreign Minister. The meeting focused on strengthening the bonds of friendship, good neighborliness, and strategic cooperation between Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan. The sides expressed satisfaction with the growth in bilateral trade and highlighted the creation of the […]
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan expressed condolences to Russia
24 March 2024 has been declared a day of mourning in Russia for the victims of the terrorist attack at the Crocus City Hall concert hall in the city of Krasnogorsk, Moscow region. Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov visited the Russian Embassy in Turkmenistan today. […]
Turkmenistan Fosters Cooperation with World Customs Organization
On 19 March 2024, Turkmenistan’s Foreign Minister, Rashid Meredov, met with World Customs Organization (WCO) Secretary General Jan Saunders. Meredov emphasized Turkmenistan’s recent efforts to integrate with international customs systems, including joining key WCO conventions. The discussions focused on further strengthening cooperation in customs affairs and participation of Turkmenistan’s State Customs Service in WCO training […]
Visit of the Turkmen delegation to Belgium
From 17 to 19 March 2024, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov headed a delegation on a working visit to Belgium. The European Union and Turkmenistan stand for the further development of mutually beneficial partnership On March 18, 2024, as part of the working visit of the Turkmen delegation […]
Turkmen delegation visited Austria
On 10-12 March 2024, a Turkmen delegation headed by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov paid a working visit to Austria. The visit provided an opportunity for meetings with the heads of several international organizations based in Vienna. A round table was also held at the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber on the prospects […]
Foreign Ministers of Turkmenistan and Austria discussed the current situation in Afghanistan
On 11 March 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Austria Alexander Schallenberg in Vienna. The Austrian Foreign Ministry’s press release notes: “The situation in Afghanistan, especially with regard to the fight against terrorism, organized crime and illegal migration, was the focus of today’s […]
Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan met with OSCE Secretary General
On March 5, 2024, a meeting was held between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and the Secretary General of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) Helga Schmid. During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and further prospects for the development of cooperation between Turkmenistan and the […]
Turkmen FM meets with the Head of the UN Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia
On 15 February 2024, Rashid Meredov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan met with Kaha Imnadze, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Central Asia, Head of UN Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia. Discussion focused on cooperation between UNRCCA and Turkmenistan in the areas […]
STATEMENT of the delegation of Turkmenistan at the World Governments Summit (Dubai, February 12, 2024)
Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, First of all, let me express my gratitude to the leadership of the United Arab Emirates and all the organizers of the World Government Summit for the invitation and the favorable conditions created for productive work. Today, more than ever, the international community requires determination, energy and foresight in making decisions […]
IRENA Explores Opening National Office in Turkmenistan
On 12 February 2024, at the World Government Summit (WGS 2024) in Dubai, Turkmenistan’s DPM, Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov met with International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Deputy Director General Gauri Singh. Discussions focused on expanding cooperation, including the potential of opening an IRENA national office in Turkmenistan. It was emphasized that in the field of […]
Turkmen Delegation in UAE – Turkmenistan and UAE Seek Broader Cooperation Across Multiple Fields
A high-level Turkmen delegation led by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov is on a working visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). On 11 February 2024, Meredov met with Vice-President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Highlighting the high […]
Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan met with the State Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan
On 23 January 2024, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov, who was on an official visit to Tokyo, met with State Minister of Foreign Affairs Yoshifumi Tsuge. At the beginning of the meeting, Minister of State Tsuge expressed gratitude for the message of condolences received from the Government of […]
Turkmenistan is an important partner for Japan in terms of both the natural resource business and decarbonization
In a meeting today, Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov of Turkmenistan and Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa of Japan reaffirmed the importance of their bilateral relationship, highlighting areas of mutually beneficial cooperation like natural resources, decarbonization, and economic development. The two ministers agreed that frequent high-level engagement is crucial for fostering stronger ties. They expressed their support […]
Boosting Turkmen-Japanese Ties: Business Forum Planned in 2024
During a visit to Japan, a Turkmen delegation led by Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov held meetings with key figures in the Japanese business community – Chairman and CEO Norihoko Ishiguro of the Japan Foreign Trade Organization (JETRO) and Chairman and Executive Director Atsuo Kuroda of the Nippon Export and Investment Insurance Agency (NEXI). These discussions […]
(UPDATED) Japan and Turkmenistan Deepen Energy Ties with Cooperation MoUs, focused on decarbonization and deep gas processing
During a Tokyo visit, Turkmenistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov met with Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan Takeshi Saito on 22 January 2024. The meeting focused on bolstering bilateral cooperation in the crucial areas of economics and energy. Discussions yielded two significant agreements: Intergovernmental Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on […]
Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan visited Afghanistan
On 16-17 December 2023, a delegation of Turkmenistan headed by Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov paid a working trip to Afghanistan, Herat province, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan reports. During the meeting with Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, Minister of Petroleum and Mines Shahabuddin Delawar and Minister of Industry and Commerce Nooruddin Azizi, a […]