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UNDP Supports the Development of Energy-Efficient Construction in Turkmenistan

Within the framework of the joint project of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan “Developing National Capacity through Improving Regulatory Environment towards Energy Efficient and Sustainable Building Sector,” a training seminar titled “Exploring International Experience in Developing Regulatory Frameworks for th...

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Yesterday 09:34

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UNDP in Turkmenistan Promotes Climate Awareness among Schoolchildren on Earth Day

On the occasion of Earth Day, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan conducted an interactive educational session for 2nd grade students of the A.S. Pushkin Turkmen-Russian Secondary General Education School. The session was organized within the framework of the regional initiative “Climate Education for Sustainable Development Goals and Climate Action (Climate Box),” f...

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24.04.26

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The OSCE Centre in Ashgabat held a three-day training course on digital journalism

From April 21 to 23, the OSCE Centre in Ashgabat held a three-day practical training course on multimedia journalism. Participants mastered modern digital tools, from creating infographics to working with neural networks and setting up language models to automate editorial workflows.The program was hosted by two experts from Russi...

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24.04.26

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A meeting on the implementation of the Central Asian Border Management Program was held in Ashgabat

The first meeting of the national coordination group for the implementation of the Border Management Program in Central Asia (BOMCA-11) was held in Ashgabat at the Archabil hotel from April 22 to 23.This...

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21.04.26

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In Arkadag, new residents will receive apartment keys for the Turkmen Horse Festival

In the city of Arkadag, residents will be moving into new homes to celebrate the National Day of the Turkmen Horse. City Governor G. Mammedova briefed the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty (People's Council), Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, on the progress of preparations for the holiday, the State News Agency of Turkmenistan reports.<...

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21.04.26

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The “Arkadag” Center and the “Gün” Solar Power Plant will be built in Arkadag

In the city of Arkadag, the “Arkadag” multifunctional center and the “Gün” solar power plant will be built as part of the second phase of construction. The National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty (People's Council), Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, reviewed the project designs, the State News Agency of Turkmenistan reports....

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20.04.26

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Preparations are underway in Turkmenistan for summer holidays for children and teenagers

Every year during the summer holidays in Turkmenistan, all the conditions for proper rest and good leisure are created for children in children's camps and health centers in Gokdere and the Avaza National Tourist Zone, as well as in the velayats.At a meeting of the Government of Turkmenistan on April 18, Deputy Prime Minister B. M...

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18.04.26

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Turkmenistan has expanded the list of grounds for registering foreign citizens

Turkmenistan has amended Article 12 of the Law "On Migration," which regulates the registration of foreign citizens and stateless persons with the State Migration Service (SMS). The article has been significantly revised and expanded: while the previous version contained six parts, the new version contains 17 parts.One of the key...

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17.04.26

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In Turkmenistan, parents will be fined for smoking by children under 16

Amendments to Article 358 of the Code of Administrative Offenses, which addresses the liability of parents and guardians for the improper upbringing and education of children, will come into effect in Turkmenistan on May 1, 2026. The law was signed by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov on April 11, 2026.A key innovati...

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17.04.26

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Turkmenistan has legislatively strengthened the protection of passports against being used as collateral

Turkmenistan has amended Articles 370, 371, and 372 of the Code of Administrative Offenses regarding liability for violations related to the handling of Turkmen citizen passports. The corresponding law was signed by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov on April 11, 2026, and comes into force on May 1, 2026.Article 370 has been amended...

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16.04.26

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The Ministry of Construction of Turkmenistan is accepting applications for the construction of a new building for “Turkmenpost”

The Ministry of Construction and Architecture of Turkmenistan has re-announced a tender for the construction of the central administrative building for the “Turkmenpost” postal service company. The competition is being held at the request of the country's Ministry of Communications.Applications and proposals from interested partie...

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16.04.26

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Turkmenistan begins development of first National Programme on Child Protection and Justice for Children

The Government of Turkmenistan, with technical support from UNICEF, has initiated the development of a National Programme on Child Protection and Justice for Children — an important step toward strengthening systems that protect children and uphold their rights.The process began with the first meeting of the Inter-Agency Working G...

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13.04.26

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Turkmenistan is expected to see variable cloudiness with rain, with temperatures reaching up to 32°C in some regions

Turkmenistan is expected to see partly cloudy skies with rain this week, with temperatures rising to 32°C in some regions. Forecasters predict precipitation in the country this week will range from 0,1 to 15,0 mm.We invite you to read the weather forecast for Turkmenistan from April 13 to 19,...

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10.04.26

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The President of Turkmenistan ordered the continuation of railway modernization in the Lebap region

Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov instructed Deputy Prime Minister Batyr Annayev to continue work on updating and modernizing the country's railway infrastructure. This instruction was issued following an off-site government meeting, during which a report on the state of the Lebap velayat's transport and communications infrastructure was presented, the State N...

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10.04.26

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A modern market will be built in the Farap district of the Lebap velayat

A new modern market will be built in the Farap district of the Lebap velayat. President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov approved the corresponding proposal from the Ministry of Trade and Foreign Economic Relations, instructing Deputy Prime Minister Nokerguly Atagulyev to carry out the necessary work. The decision was made following an off-site government meeti...

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10.04.26

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Eight new facilities are planned for commissioning in the Lebap velayat in 2026

Eight buildings and structures are planned to open in the Lebap regi velayat on this year. Deputy Prime Minister Baymyrat Annamammedov announced this during an off-site government meeting, the State News Agency of Turkmenistan reports.According to him, construction of the facilities is proceeding at an accelerated pace to ensure h...

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10.04.26

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Flowers were laid at Gagarin's bust in Ashgabat in honor of the 65th anniversary of his space flight

A flower-laying ceremony at the bust of Yuri Gagarin took place at the Russian House in Ashgabat on the eve of Cosmonautics Day. Participants learned about Gagarin's life and were reminded of the great scientists who made the first human spaceflight possible."Let me congratulate you on the upcoming holiday – Cosmonautics Day. This...

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10.04.26

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Russia is ready to cooperate with Turkmenistan in the space sector – Ambassador

Russia is ready to cooperate with Turkmenistan in the space sector, including the possible training of a Turkmen cosmonaut for space flight, according to Russian Ambassador to Ashgabat Ivan Volynkin."Our bilateral cooperation in space has significant prospects. We are ready to collaborate in the production and launch of satellites...

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10.04.26

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The third phase of the Ashgabat-Turkmenabat highway has opened in Turkmenistan

Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov opened the third phase of the Ashgabat-Turkmenabat high-speed highway, according to the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper.The commissioning of the Mary-Turkmenabat section marks the completion of the entire 600-kilometer highway. The highway will increase the speed of freight and passenger trav...

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09.04.26

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A star dictation was held at the Russian House in Ashgabat in honor of the 65th anniversary of Gagarin's flight

The "Let's Go!" star dictation, timed to coincide with the 65th anniversary of the first human spaceflight, took place on Wednesday at the Russian House in Ashgabat. The event brought together young people eager to test their knowledge of space, according to the institution's press service.Participants completed tasks based on a t...

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