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Ambassador of Qatar finishes his diplomatic mission in Turkmenistan
AKIPRESS.COM - On October 8, Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with Ambassador of Qatar Hamad bin Rashid Al Athba, who is finishing his diplomatic mission in the country, the Foreign Ministry of Turkmenistan reported. The...
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The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan participated in the successive meeting of the CIS Council of Ministers of Foreign Affairs
09 October 2025 211 The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan participated in the successive meeting of the CIS Council of Ministers of Foreign Affairs On October 9, 2025, the successive meeting of the Council of Ministers of Foreign Affairs...
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OGT 2025: Galkynysh Field: Current Status and Development Strategy of the Super-Giant Field
The super-giant Galkynysh gas field in Turkmenistan remains a focus for the global energy community. Development is currently proceeding in line with a strategy that outlines seven phases of development, each designed for a period of constant gas...
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Infographics: Trade and Economic Cooperation Between Central Asia and Russia in 2017–2024
On October 9, 2025, the second “Central Asia–Russia” summit will be held in Dushanbe. The heads of six states are expected to discuss a broad cooperation agenda with a focus on trade and investment, industrial and scientific-technical...
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The Strategy for the Development of the Financial Market in Turkmenistan until 2030 has been approved
To significantly develop the country's financial market and improve its legislative framework, introduce modern financial instruments, ensure the efficient circulation of financial resources, and scale up digital services in this sector, the...
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The Concept for the Development of the Digital Economy in Turkmenistan for 2026–2028 has been approved
In order to develop the national economy through diversification, achieve the level of leading countries in the implementation of a digital system in the national economy, develop an e-government system, form a developed economy based on human...
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Talks in Dushanbe. Trade, investment, and new cooperation formats in CIS
11:43 En A series of major international events is set to begin in the capital of Tajikistan, promising to shape regional policy for the years ahead. Today, October 9, the second "Russia-Central Asia" summit is taking place in Dushanbe, followed...
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The Ministry of Health and Medical Industry has been authorized to conclude contracts with the Gap Inşaat Yatirim ve Diş Tiсaret A.Ş. Turkish Company and the Şadyýan gurluşyk Economic Association
To further develop the national healthcare system and strengthen its material and technical base, significantly improve specialized medical services rendered to the population using advanced technologies, and consistently build modern healthcare...
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Turkmenistan reaffirms commitment to neutrality, lauds Seoul's support at UN
Turkmenistan reaffirmed its commitment to permanent neutrality while lauding South Korea’s support at the United Nations on Friday. The country was declared a permanently neutral state on Dec. 12, 1995, through UN General Assembly Resolution...
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The head of Russia’s upper parliamentary chamber praised Turkmenistan’s foreign policy as model of wisdom
Valentina Matviyenko, Chairperson of the Federation Council of Russia and the Interparliamentary Assembly of the CIS, praised Turkmenistan’s foreign policy as a model of wisdom and stability during a video address to the second meeting of heads of...
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One GOP senator could shed light on Epstein's finances. Why won't he do it?
Early in 2024, during the Biden administration, Sen. Mike Crapo, (R-ID), had a chance to provide the world with financial information about disgraced sex trafficker and financier Jeffrey Epstein. It only recently became known that Crapo was asked...
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Central Asia to Defy Global Headwinds With Robust Economic Growth
A new survey published by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development offers a strong near-term economic outlook for Central Asian states. But the bank adds that the region is prone to fluctuations in commodity prices, reliance on...
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Turkmenistan and Ireland Strengthen Cooperation: New Ambassador Arrives in Ashgabat
On 30 September 2025, in the Mejlis of Turkmenistan, Speaker of the Parliament D. Gulmanova received the credentials of the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Republic of Ireland to Turkmenistan, Claire Brosnan (with residence in...
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Turkmen Cotton Farmers Frustrated by Mechanized Harvesting Delays and Losses
In Turkmenistan’s Lebap region, tenant farmers are expressing growing frustration over delayed payments and crop losses linked to the government’s push for mechanized cotton harvesting. While the use of combine harvesters is intended to boost...
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Turkmen University invites students to participate in international Olympiads in philosophy and economics
The International University of Humanities and Development has announced the holding of the II International Olympiad in Philosophy and the II International Olympiad in Economics among students of higher educational institutions of Turkmenistan...
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Events dedicated to the peaceful neutrality policy of Turkmenistan were held in Austria and Hungary
In early October 2025, an event dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust and the 30th anniversary of permanent neutrality of Turkmenistan was held in Vienna. The event was organized by the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Austria with the...
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The Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of Croatia is on a visit to Ashgabat
Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of Croatia Gordan Grlić-Radman, is on a visit to Turkmenistan on 7-8 October 2025. The purpose of the visit is to strengthen economic relations, with a special focus on cooperation in the energy sector....
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Caspian Sea, Economy and Cultural Ties Top Agenda as Turkmenistan National Leader and Azerbaijan President Meet in Gabala
On 7 October 2025, on the sidelines of the 12th Summit of the Organization of Turkic States in the Azerbaijani city of Gabala, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met...
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Delegation of Turkmenistan took part in the International Exhibition and Conference «Global Rail 2025»
From September 30 to October 4, 2025, the delegation of Turkmenistan led by Minister of Railway Transport M. Akmammedov paid a working visit to the United Arab Emirates with the aim of participating to the international exhibition and conference...
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Working visit of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Azerbaijan
On October 7, 2025, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov paid a working visit to the Republic of Azerbaijan to participate in the XII Summit of Heads of State of the...
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