Ashgabat, 18 December 2024 – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan conducted a final seminar under the project “Strengthening National Capacity for Seismic Risk Assessment, Prevention, and Response to Potential Earthquakes,” jointly implemented by UNDP and the Institute of Seismology and Atmospheric Physics of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan. The event was […]
A round table on land use issues was held in Ashgabat
A round table on land use issues was held at the National Institute of Deserts, Flora and Fauna. The meeting was attended by members of the working group on the neutral balance of land degradation, established under the Scientific and Public Council on Desertification, the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper reports. The event was organized within the […]
UNDP Supports the Development of Unified Voter Register with Gender Disaggregation
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan – On December 9-10, 2024, the workshop on learning international best practices for developing a unified voter register with gender disaggregation was successfully conducted at the Central Commission for Holding Elections and Referendums in Turkmenistan. The event was organized as part of the new joint project between the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) […]
Inception of UNDP’s Regional Initiative to Enhance Urban Resilience in Central Asia
Central Asia is among the world’s most vulnerable regions to natural hazards and climate-induced challenges, including earthquakes, floods, droughts, avalanches, and landslides. Over the past decade, these disasters have claimed thousands of lives and impacted millions of people across Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. With the added pressure of climate change disrupting ecosystems, water […]
Advancing Human Rights and Sustainable Development in Turkmenistan
4 Key Human Rights Initiatives Supported by UNDP in Turkmenistan The 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda is anchored in human rights, with all 17 Goals directly or indirectly mirroring human rights standards. These two frameworks – human rights and sustainable development are interlinked and mutually reinforcing, emphasizing that a ‘just, equitable, and sustainable future’ is possible […]
Turkmenistan Hosts International Conference on Sustainable Energy
National stakeholders, policymakers, energy experts, representatives of professional associations, academia and international organisations attended the International Conference “Sustainable Energy for Environmental Protection – Reviewing International Best Practices”, which took place in Mary on 28 November 2024. The event was organised by the Ministry of Energy of Turkmenistan, the EU-funded project “Sustainable Energy Connectivity in Central […]
Turning landlocked challenges into opportunities
Turkmenistan prepares to play a strategic role as a connector between Europe and Asia Narine Sahakyan, UNDP Resident Representative Nearly half a billion people live in landlocked developing countries [LLDCs] in Asia, Europe, Africa, and South America. These nations depend on transit routes through neighbouring countries to get to global markets, and face significantly higher […]
UNDP Supports Training on International Legal Standards for Lawyers and Justice Sector Professionals in Turkmenistan
Ashgabat, November 25-26, 2024 – A two-day training workshop, “International Standards of the Rule of Law, Advocacy, and Legal Aid in Criminal Justice Systems”, commenced at the Ministry of Adalat in Turkmenistan. The event, organized by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) brought together legal professionals, representatives of the judiciary, and law enforcement agencies to […]
UNDP and Turkmenistan are promoting the concept of Land Degradation Neutrality in the Turkmen part of the Aral Sea Basin to address desertification issues
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, 26 November 2024 – Within the framework of the UNDP/GEF project “Conservation and sustainable management of land resources and high nature value ecosystems in the Aral Sea basin for multiple benefits,” implemented in collaboration with the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, a workshop on the practical application of the Land Degradation Neutrality […]
Two-day training “Introduction to Gender Equality” for tuberculosis specialists completed in Ashgabat
Two-day training session under the title “Introduction to Gender Equality” for TB managers and leading specialists of National Red Crescent Society of Turkmenistan has been held at the UN building in Ashgabat on 11-12 November 2024. The training organized for 15 participants was based on “The specialized Gender Mainstreaming Online Course for Civil Servants in […]
Digital Transformation in Turkmenistan: From Strategy to Action
Authors: Gulalek Volmamedova, Aditi Soni, Lazar Pop Ivanov Why is digital transformation a focus for us, and why did we believe that the Portfolio Sketch process could be a good starting point to systemically explore this space? Digital transformation is a key focus for UNDP Turkmenistan as we recognize its potential to sectors like governance, […]
UNDP Hands Over $330,000 Worth of Insulin to Turkmenistan
UNDP in Turkmenistan continues to implement measures to control non-communicable diseases (NCDs), funded by the Government of Turkmenistan. As part of the Agreement for the provision of medicines for the prevention and treatment of NCDs, UNDP handed over a new batch of Lantus insulin to the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan – […]
UNDP and “Turkmenportal” Strengthen Partnership to Accelerate SDG Progress in Turkmenistan
Ashgabat, 15 November 2024: The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Turkmenistan and “Turkmenportal,” the country’s large private media portal, have signed an extension of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the period of 2024-2026 to reinforce their collaboration towards advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The signing ceremony was held at the UN building in Ashgabat […]
UNDP Assists TurkmenStat in Advancing Financial Accounts Development
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, 10-14 November 2024 – UNDP Turkmenistan, in collaboration with the State Statistics Committee of Turkmenistan (TurkmenStat), has hosted a delegation of Armenian statistical experts for a mission aimed at bolstering Turkmenistan’s national statistical capacity, specifically focusing on the development of financial accounts under the 2008 System of National Accounts (SNA). The delegation included […]
The visit of the UNDP Resident Representative in Turkmenistan to Dashoguz velayat
Dashoguz, Turkmenistan, 11 November 2024 – Narine Sahakyan, UNDP Resident Representative in Turkmenistan, completed a two-day working visit to Dashoguz velayat from November 10 to 11, 2024. During her visit, Ms. Sahakyan met with Mr. Dovletgeldi Babayev, the Khyakim of Dashoguz Velayat, along with other representatives from the local administration, to discuss the outcomes and […]
UNDP Supports TurkmenStat in Advancing Foreign Trade Statistics in Services
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) continues its partnership with the State Statistics Committee of Turkmenistan (TurkmenStat) to enhance the country’s capacity to track and analyze foreign trade in services, aligning data collection practices with international standards. From November 4 to 8, international statistics expert Mr. Alexey Ponomarenko visited Ashgabat to share global best practices […]
UNDP Supports Milestone Dialogue of Ombudsperson of Turkmenistan with GANHRI
In a key step toward strengthening the national human rights institution in Turkmenistan, the Ombudsperson’s Office engaged in a Dialogue with the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI) Sub-Committee on Accreditation (SCA) in October 2024. This Dialogue is a milestone in Turkmenistan’s pursuit of international recognition through GANHRI accreditation. Since January 2021, UNDP […]
Digital for Development: UNDP Turkmenistan Hands on Experience with the Digital Fitness Programme
Lazar Pop Ivanov, Farhad Artykov, Jahan Saparmammedova How do we create better digital solutions for development? How do we create effective digital solutions for development? Answering this “million-dollar question” was at the heart of a five-day training called the Digital Fitness Programme [DFP] which brought together UNDP Turkmenistan’s country office team as participants and was […]
UNDP Turkmenistan Supports Series of Workshops with Ombudsperson on Implementation of the Paris Principles
1 November 2024, Ashgabat – A series of workshops on the principles of collaboration between national human rights institutions, government agencies, and public organizations, as well as on the legal mandate of the Ombudsperson in line with the UN Paris Principles, concluded today in Ashgabat. These workshops had previously been held across the Dashoguz, Mary, […]
UNDP Concluded Climate Change Awareness Workshops for Turkmenistan’s Private Sector
The UNDP/GCF project “Developing a National Adaptation Planning Process in Turkmenistan,” in collaboration with the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, organized workshops for private sector representatives from October 21 to 25, 2024. The two-day workshops were held in Ashgabat and Dashoguz velayat, featuring participation from UNDP international experts. The workshop agenda addressed key topics […]
UNDP Continues to Strengthen the Capacity of Local Communities for Effective Water Resource Management in Turkmenistan
On October 17-18, 2024, in Lebap province, the UNDP project “Conservation and sustainable management of land resources and high nature value ecosystems in the Aral Sea basin for multiple benefits,” implemented in cooperation with the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan and funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF), held a practical workshop on effective […]
UNDP Supports Participation of Turkmenistan in Cross-Regional Dialogue on Gender Equality and Inclusive Climate Action
UNDP Supports Participation of Turkmenistan in Cross-Regional Dialogue on Gender Equality and Inclusive Climate Action UNDP Turkmenistan UNDP Turkmenistan facilitated the participation of a delegation from Turkmenistan at the “Investing for Gender Equality and Inclusive Climate Action: Cross-Regional Dialogue”, held in Istanbul, Türkiye, on October 17-18, 2024. The event was jointly organized by the UNDP […]
Recommendations for Replicating and Scaling Local Adaptation Practices in Water and Agriculture in Turkmenistan
UNDP Turkmenistan has published a report, “Recommendations for Replicating and Scaling Local Adaptation Practices in Water and Agriculture in Turkmenistan”, now available on the UNDP Turkmenistan website” www.undp.org/turkmenistan/publications This report thoroughly documents local adaptation practices of agricultural communities across different geographic zones in Turkmenistan and provides recommendations for replicating and scaling these practices nationwide. The main focus […]
UNDP and Partners Hold Webinars on Turkmenistan’s Accession to the WTO
Ashgabat, October 15-16, 2024 – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance and Economy of Turkmenistan, organized a series of webinars as part of the joint project “Partnering for SDG Acceleration, Phase III,” aimed at preparing the country for accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO). The first webinar, […]
At the Forefront of the Environmental Struggle: the Story of Ogulsuray from Dashoguz
Ogulsuray Atayeva, leader of Eco-Durmush, empowers rural women in Dashoguz, building resilience against the impacts of climate change. UNDP Turkmenistan Dashoguz province in Turkmenistan faces significant challenges due to the lingering effects of the Aral Sea crisis and the intensifying impact of climate change. Declining rainfall, water shortages, and land degradation have severely impacted the livelihoods […]
#TurkmenYouth4SDGs: Youth Take Center Stage in Sustainable Development
In celebration of World Cities Day 2024, UNDP Turkmenistan, in partnership with the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, organized a captivating youth session titled #TurkmenYouth4SDGs at the UN building in Ashgabat. This engaging gathering brought together UNDP experts and enthusiastic students to explore how the younger generation can play a […]
New Initiative for Creative and Innovative Economy Development: UNDP and British Embassy Deepen Partnership with Turkmenistan on Economic Diversification
Ashgabat, 23 September 2024 – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the British Embassy in Turkmenistan are partnering to promote sustainable economic growth by supporting the development of the creative and innovative economy. This new initiative aims to diversify Turkmenistan’s economy, empower women and youth, and enhance global competitiveness. The purpose of the project […]
UNDP builds capacity of the State Hydrometeorological Service of Turkmenistan on the use of hydrometeorological equipment
Ashgabat, September 9-13, 2024: Within the framework of the project “Developing a National Adaptation Planning Process in Turkmenistan” (NAP), implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) with the financial support of the Green Climate Fund (GCF) in cooperation with the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, a practical training was organized at the State […]
UNDP and Partners Strengthen Seismic Resilience in Turkmenistan
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan, within the framework of the national project “Strengthening National Capacity for Seismic Risk Assessment, Prevention, and Response to Potential Earthquakes,” conducted a two-week training seminar on “Seismic Hazard, Seismic Vulnerability, and Seismic Risk”. The seminar, which took place from August 26 to September 6, 2024, at the […]
Climate Conference Brings Together Youth of Southern Turkmenistan
A conference of young eco-activists from the southern region of Turkmenistan gathered in Mary to discuss climate change and the role of youth in addressing related challenges. The event was held at the State Energy Institute of Turkmenistan, as reported by the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper. The conference was organized in anticipation of the 19th Youth […]
UNDP Supports the Implementation of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in Turkmenistan
Ashgabat, 29 August 2024: Within the framework of the UNDP project “Sustainable Cities in Turkmenistan: Integrated Green Urban Development in Ashgabat and Avaza,” a working meeting at the national level on issues related to climate change was held in Ashgabat on August 29. The meeting was organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, coordinated by […]
UNDP Turkmenistan Report: Risks from Climate Change for Water and Agriculture in Turkmenistan
The UNDP Turkmenistan has issued a report ‘Risks from Climate Change for Water and Agriculture in Turkmenistan.’ It was prepared with the aim of creating an evidence base to strengthen adaptation planning in the water sector, while also including a detailed analysis of the vulnerabilities of various groups (women, children, young people, and people with […]
UNDP and Embassy of Japan in Turkmenistan Celebrate International Youth Day with “Youth and Peace” Workshop
On August 23, 2024, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan marked International Youth Day with a dynamic “Youth and Peace” workshop held at the UN Building in Ashgabat. This event highlighted the accomplishments of young participants of the FutureSkills4All Initiative and honored the winners of the “Youth and Peace” Poster Contest. The workshop […]
Solar-powered drip irrigation system is a viable option for Central Asia
nCa Report Economization of water using the freely available solar energy – the idea is neat and very practicable. Just the thing Central Asia needs. The EU and the UNDP, working together with the government of Uzbekistan, have introduced a drip irrigation system in the Akkurgan district of the Tashkent region, a region known for […]
UNDP and Turkmenstat enhance transport services statistics in Turkmenistan
Ashgabat, August 15, 2024 – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the State Committee of Turkmenistan on Statistics held a roundtable as part of the project on Improving Statistics on Trade and Transport in Turkmenistan, implemented by UNDP in collaboration with the State Committee of Turkmenistan on Statistics (Turkmenstat). The roundtable aimed to discuss […]
UNDP Supports Youth Entrepreneurship in Turkmenistan
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan, as part of the Country Component for Turkmenistan of the regional project “Promoting Resilient Communities to Prevent Violent Extremism in Central Asia,” conducted a series of mentorship trainings focused on the fundamentals of entrepreneurship for youth in the project’s pilot regions. These sessions were designed to equip […]
Issues of improving legislation in the field of sustainable management of land and water resources and ecosystems discussed in Ashgabat
A round table was held at the UN building in Ashgabat on improving legislation in the field of sustainable management of land and water resources and ecosystems as part of the UNDP-GEF project “Conservation and Sustainable Management of Land Resources and High Nature Value Ecosystems in the Aral Sea Basin for Multiple Benefits”, the Neutral […]
UNDP Empowers Youth with Sustainable Agriculture Training in Turkmenistan
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan, as part of the Country Component for Turkmenistan of the regional project “Promoting Resilient Communities to Prevent Violent Extremism in Central Asia,” hosted a series of mentoring trainings for youth on the fundamentals of sustainable agriculture. These trainings, held from July 22 to July 30, 2024, in […]
UNDP and IOM organized a working meeting on rational water use in Turkmenistan amid changing climate conditions
The UNDP/GCF project “Developing a National Adaptation Planning Process in Turkmenistan” in cooperation with the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan and the IOM project “Mainstreaming the Migration, Environment and Climate Change Nexus into Climate-Related National Planning Processes” organized a working meeting between representatives of the governmental, private sector and civil society of Turkmenistan on […]
UNDP Holds Seminar on Youth Employment with a Focus on Gender Aspects
Ashgabat, July 11, 2024 – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan, as part of the Country Component for Turkmenistan of the regional project “Promoting Resilient Communities to Prevent Violent Extremism in Central Asia,” hosted a two-day seminar titled “Enhancing Professional Skills and Employment Opportunities for Vulnerable Youth in Turkmenistan through a Gender Lens” […]
(UPDATED) Turkmenistan and the UN have signed a number of documents – UNDP and Turkmenistan Deepen Partnership on Rule of Law
On 6 July 2024, Turkmenistan and the United Nations held a document signing ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. Four key documents were signed, fostering cooperation between Turkmenistan and the UN in several areas: • Joint Program Document titled “Strengthening Integrated and Coordinated Employment and Social Protection Systems for a Fair Transition […]
UNDP launches Online Course on Gender Equality for Public Servants in Turkmenistan
Ashgabat, 4 July 2024 – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan launches the Specialized Gender Mainstreaming Online Course for Public Servants in Turkmenistan (SGMOC). The course, designed for civil servants, professionals, advisors, students, and anyone interested in gender equality and human rights, will delve into essential topics such as basic gender definitions, international […]
SDG Platform for Central Asia funded by the European Union: partners sum up the outcomes of the project
The final meeting of the Steering Committee of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) project funded by the European Union (EU) on the set-up of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Platform for Central Asia was held on 25 June 2024 in Almaty, Kazakhstan. The event was attended by representatives of UNDP Country Offices in Central […]
International Youth Environmental Camp Kicks Off in Uzbekistan
On 23 June, an international environmental camp was launched in Samarkand. This year’s edition brings together eco-activists from across Central Asia (Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan) alongside participants from Azerbaijan, Hungary, and Türkiye, according to the Ministry of Ecology, Environmental Protection and climate Change of Uzbekistan. The camp is a joint effort by the […]
UNDP and partners organized a workshop on biodiversity conservation and effective management of PAs
On June 20, 2024, a workshop on biodiversity conservation and effective management of protected areas (PAs) in the region was held in a hybrid format in Dashoguz. The workshop was organized within the framework of the project “Conservation and sustainable management of land resources and high nature value ecosystems in the Aral Sea basin for […]
UNDP and Turkmenistan sign a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen public education services
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan – 20 June 2024 – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on strengthening the country’s education system and promoting sustainable development practices. The MOU establishes a framework for collaboration between UNDP and the Ministry of Education to […]
UNDP and partners in Turkmenistan organized events dedicated to biological diversity
The project of the UN Development Program “Conservation and sustainable management of land resources and high nature value ecosystems in the Aral Sea basin for multiple benefits”, financed by the Global Environmental Facility (GEF) and implemented together with the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, conducted Events in Seydi city of the Lebap velayat to […]
Central Asian States rally for water and climate solutions: Dushanbe Forum tackles critical water and climate challenges, signalling a united regional approach
Dushanbe, 14 June 2024 – The High-level Central Asian Forum on ‘Water and Climate Change’, organized by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in cooperation with the European Union and the Ministry of Energy and Water Resources of the Republic of Tajikistan, has become a cornerstone of the 3rd High-level International Conference on the International […]
UNDP supported Ombudsperson`s Office in Turkmenistan to develop the Statement of Compliance for accreditation with GANHRI
On May 29, 2024, the Ombudsperson in Turkmenistan submitted the Statement of Compliance of the Ombudsperson`s Office in Turkmenistan with the Paris Principles (The Statement of Compliance) to Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institution`s (GANHRI) Sub-Committee on Accreditation (SCA). The Statement of Compliance was prepared in the framework of the project: “Strengthening the institutional […]
UNDP launches workshops for Turkmenistan’s private sector on climate risks and adaptation
Ashgabat, 7 June 2024: The project “Developing a National Adaptation Planning Process in Turkmenistan” (NAP) implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) with the financial support of the Green Climate Fund (GCF) in cooperation with the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan launched a series of workshops for representatives of the private sector of […]