Turkmenistan and Kyrgyzstan signed an agreement on cooperation in the energy sector, Turkmenistan is interested in strengthening the partnership in the format of “Central Asia + Japan”, more than 20,000 applications passed through the “single window” system in Turkmenistan and other news
Turkmenistan
1. The sixth meeting of the Intergovernmental Turkmen-Kyrgyz Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technical and Humanitarian Cooperation was held in Cholpon-Ata. The meeting discussed a wide range of issues of cooperation between the countries, especially in the energy sector. Following the meeting, documents were signed on the import of electricity from Turkmenistan to Kyrgyzstan for 2025.
2. A meeting of senior officials of the “Central Asia + Japan” Dialogue was held to discuss preparations for the upcoming summit scheduled for August 9-10 in Astana. Turkmenistan was represented at the event by Deputy Foreign Minister Ahmet Gurbanov, who confirmed the country's interest in developing partnership within the Dialogue.
3. Turkmenistan has successfully implemented the “Single Window for Export-Import Operations” system. To ensure access of participants in foreign economic activity to the system, a state information web portal www.tradebridge.gov.tm was created. The mechanism permits users to provide information on goods or vehicles crossing the customs border at a single point of submission. Currently, about 5 000 participants are registered in the system. The number of applications submitted electronically and processed by authorized bodies has exceeded 20 000.
4. The Magtymguly Fragi Museum, which is located in the poet's birthplace, in the village of Gerkez, houses an ethnographic rarity of the “golden fund” - a small rug dating back to the 18th century, which is a family heirloom of the descendants of Dovletmammet Azadi. According to the museum's scientific staff, this rug was donated in 1983 by Lyalya Myratgeldiyeva, a resident of the Magtymguly etrap, who comes from the direct descendants of the classic poet of Turkmen literature Gurbandurdy Zelili. Scientists have established that Zelili was Magtymguly's nephew, and the lint-free carpet was woven by his wife Nury eje.
5. New areas of cooperation in transport were discussed during an informal meeting between the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Belgium Sapar Palvanov and the Head of the Cabinet of the European Commissioner for International Partnerships Taneli Lahti. Transport was a key area of focus, and both sides acknowledged the growing importance of bilateral cooperation in the broader context of Central Asia-EU relations.
6. The next annual International Conference of the Eurasian Regional Association of Zoos and Aquariums was held in Moscow. The forum brought together more than 100 participants from 19 countries, including representatives of the National Museum of Wildlife of Turkmenistan. Zoologist, Professor Eldar Rustamov presented the activities of the Ashgabat Zoo at the forum. The management of the Moscow Zoo was presented with the 4th edition of the Red Book of Turkmenistan, published this year, as a gift.
World
7. Japan has reached unprecedented heights in tourism in 2024, welcoming 17,78 million foreign visitors in the first half of the year. Despite the obvious benefits of tourism, Japanese businesses are facing difficulties due to the weak yen and low domestic demand. In response, entrepreneurs are considering introducing differentiated pricing for locals and tourists. The Hokkaido Tourism Organization plans to experiment with dual pricing this fall, offering discounts for Japanese. The city of Himeji is discussing raising the cost of tickets to the famous castle for foreigners by four times - to 30 USD, while reducing the price for locals to 5 USD. This decision is dictated by the need to preserve the historical monument, which suffers from an excessive influx of visitors.
8. Frankfurt Airport operations were temporarily suspended due to an action by environmentalists. The activists entered the airport and stuck themselves to the runway with posters reading “Oil kills”. To ensure security, the airport was suspended for the duration of the police operation.
Sport
9. Sardar Azmoun has agreed to move to “Shabab Al Ahli”, according to insider Fabrizio Romano. “Bayer” will receive 5 million euros for the 29 years old. Azmoun's medical examination is scheduled for Monday. “Shabab Al Ahli” is one of the most successful clubs in the UAE. Azmoun spent last season on loan at “Roma”. Earlier, it was reported that Spanish club “Sevilla” was interested in the player.
10. Football club “Shagadam” from the city of “Turkmenbashy” announced the appointment of a new head coach. The team is headed by 73 years old Ali Gurbani. He replaced Yevgeny Tkachenko, who remains at the club as an assistant coach. “Shagadam” is currently holding a training camp in Kartepe, Türkiye. In addition to changing the coach, the club has actively worked to strengthen the squad in the summer transfer window. “Shagadam” signed four new players.
