Since its entry into force in 2007, the Framework Convention for the Protection of the Marine Environment of the Caspian Sea (Tehran Convention) has been celebrated annually on August 12 as Caspian Day. This observance unites the millions of residents across the five littoral states who share a deep connection through environmental, economic activities, energy, […]
Caspian Littoral Countries Strengthen Legal Framework for Protecting the Sea
Caspian Sea pollution from land-based sources is being addressed through a strengthened legal framework. The second Protocol to the Convention for the Protection of the Marine Environment of the Caspian Sea (Tehran Convention), entered into force, says Gozel Orazdurdieva, a liaison officer with the Secretariat of the Tehran Convention in her article, published in the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper. The protocol, which […]
Turkmenistan Participated in Caspian Emergency Response Exercises – POLREP Exercise Tests Regional Communication and Cooperation
On 14 November 2023, Turkmenistan agency of marine and river transport (Turkmendenizderyayollary) participated in the fifth online exercise “Caspian Sea ALPHA/BRAVO” on emergency response. The exercise was organized by the Interim Secretariat of the Tehran Convention (TC) with the participation of the National Authorities of the Caspian countries within the framework of the Framework Convention […]