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Turkmen-Turkish political consultations were held in Ankara

Yesterday, political consultations were held in Ankara at the level of heads of departments of the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and Türkiye. The Turkmen side was headed by the head of the Middle East Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, I. Amanlyev, and the Turkish side was led by Togan Oral, head of the General Directorate...

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Yesterday 16:18

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Turkmenistan and New Zealand discussed prospects for bilateral cooperation

The first political consultations between the Foreign Ministries of Turkmenistan and New Zealand at the department head level were held via videoconference. The parties discussed the development of political and diplomatic dialogue and outlined areas for further cooperation, according to the press service of the Turkmen Ministry of Foreign Affairs....

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27.07.2026

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The President of Turkmenistan received the Minister of Roads and Urban Development of Iran

Today, Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Iranian Minister of Roads and Urban Development Farzaneh Sadegh Malwajerd, who arrived in Ashgabat on a visit, the State News Agency of Turkmenistan...

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27.07.2026

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The President of Turkmenistan ordered strict control over cotton crop care

During a working meeting held digitally with Agriculture Minister Ch.Chetiyev and hakims of velayats, Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov ordered strict oversight of cotton crop care and pest prevention across the country, as well as preparations for sowing wheat and other crops, the State News Agency of Turkmenistan reported....

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27.07.2026

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A meeting of the heads of the Turkmen-Iranian commission on economic cooperation was held in Ashgabat

Today, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan between the co-chairs of the Intergovernmental Turkmen-Iranian Commission on Economic Cooperation – Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and Minister of Roads and Urban Development of the Islamic Republic of Iran Farzaneh Sadegh Malwajerd....

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27.07.2026

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A diplomat from Turkmenistan and the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Maldives discussed the development of cooperation

On July 23, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Maldives, with residence in New Delhi, Sh. Geldynazarov, met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Maldives, Irutisham Adam, in the city of Male.The parties discussed promising areas for developing cooperation in the political, diplomatic, trade, economic, and cul...

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25.07.2026

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Turkmenistan delegates participate in the UNESCO World Heritage Committee session in Busan

The delegation of Turkmenistan is participating in the 48th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, which opened on July 19 in Busan, Republic of Korea.Turkmenistan is represented by the Executive Secretary of the National Commission of Turkmenistan for UNESCO, Chinar Rustemova, and the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipo...

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24.07.2026

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The President of Turkmenistan held a regular meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers

Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a regular Cabinet meeting via videoconference, during which a number of state matters were discussed, according to the Vatan news program.The first speaker at the meeting was the Chairperson of the Mejlis, Dunyagozel Gulmanova, who reported on the work to improve national legislation. A...

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24.07.2026

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Turkmenistan and the European Union discussed prospects for cooperation in the field of migration

Turkmenistan's Ambassador Sapar Palvanov met with Johannes Luchner, Deputy Director-General of the European Commission's Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs (DG HOME). The two sides discussed prospects for developing cooperation in migration, mobility, visa policy, and protecting the interests of citizens abroad,...

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24.07.2026

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Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov congratulated Mirziyoyev on his birthday over the phone

National Leader of the Turkmen People and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov held a telephone conversation with President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, during which he congratulated him on his birthday, the State News Agency of Turkmenistan reported.Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov wished the Uzb...

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24.07.2026

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The President of Turkmenistan congratulated Shavkat Mirziyoyev on his birthday

President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent sincere congratulations and best wishes to President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev on the occasion of his birthday. Today, the Uzbek leader turns 69."Thanks to your wise policies, Uzbekistan is continuously developing and strengthening its authority in the international arena....

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23.07.2026

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The Ambassador of Turkmenistan presented his credentials to the President of the Maldives

Turkmenistan's Ambassador to the Maldives (concurrently, with residence in New Delhi) Shalar Geldynazarov presented his credentials to President Mohamed Muizzu at a ceremony held at the presidential residence. Geldynazarov became the first ambassador of Turkmenistan accredited to this island republic, according to...

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23.07.2026

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Turkmenistan has nominated its candidacy for non-permanent membership in the UN Security Council for 2031-2032

Turkmenistan has announced its candidacy for non-permanent membership in the UN Security Council for 2031-2032. The Turkmen Foreign Ministry notes that this step is a logical continuation of the country's consistent foreign policy, based on the principles of permanent neutrality, peacekeeping, preventive diplomacy, and multilateral cooperation....

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23.07.2026

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The head of Turkmenistan congratulated the President of Italy on his 85th birthday

President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent sincere congratulations and best wishes to President of the Italian Republic Sergio Mattarella on the occasion of his 85th birthday.As the head of the Turkmen state emphasized: “We highly value the friendly relations between our countries and are confident in their f...

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23.07.2026

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The President of Turkmenistan congratulated the head of Egypt on Revolution Day

The Arab Republic of Egypt celebrates its national holiday, Revolution Day, today.On this occasion, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to President of Egypt Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.Taking the opportunity, the head of the Turkmen state wish...

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22.07.2026

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Nicaragua joined the Group of Friends of Neutrality, created at the initiative of Turkmenistan

Nicaragua joined the Group of Friends of Neutrality for Peace, Security and Sustainable Development, established at the initiative of Turkmenistan...

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22.07.2026

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Meredov held a meeting with the US Charge d'Affaires in Turkmenistan

Turkmenistan's Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov met with the US Chargé d'Affaires in Turkmenistan, Christine Hawkins.During the meeting, the parties discussed current issues of bilateral cooperation, including the development of political and diplomatic dialogue, and interaction in the trade, economic, cultural, and humanitarian sp...

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22.07.2026

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The head of Turkmenistan congratulated the President of Georgia on his 55th birthday

President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent sincere congratulations and best wishes to President of Georgia Mikheil Kavelashvili on the occasion of his 55th birthday.The friendly relations between Turkmenistan and Georgia, based on the principles of mutual respect, trust, and equal cooperation, are consistently developing...

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21.07.2026

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Turkmenistan and the UN discussed the development of preventive diplomacy in the region

Turkmenistan's Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov met with Kakha Imnadze, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Head of the UN Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia. The Foreign Ministry's press service reported this.The parties discussed the current state and prospects of cooperation between Turk...

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21.07.2026

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Christine Hawkins will temporarily head the US diplomatic mission in Turkmenistan

The U.S. Department of State announced that Christine Hawkins has been appointed Acting Chief of Mission to Turkmenistan, assuming her duties as Chargé d'Affaires in Ashgabat. This decision was made in connection with the completion of the...

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