On January 30, 2026, a video conference meeting was held between Rashid Meredov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, and Executive Director of the Eastern Committee of the German Economy Michael Harms. During the meeting, the sides noted the dynamic development of trade and economic relations, reflecting the high level of bilateral dialogue between Turkmenistan and the Federal Republic of Germany. The interlocutors emphasized that the participation of the National Leader of the Tu...

The first month of the new year, 2026, was marked by an outstanding achievement, in keeping with the motto “Independent Neutral Turkmenistan – the Homeland of Purposeful Winged Horses”. This event, which once again confirmed the international recognition of Ahalteke horses and our country’s cultural heritage, enhances the feelings of pride and gratitude of Turkmen citizens to the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Hero-Arkadag, and President Arkadagly Hero Serdar. From January 16th to 25t...

On 22 January 2026, the International Conference “Health and Nutrition in a Changing Climate” was held in Ashgabat. The event brought together heads of relevant ministries of Turkmenistan, representatives of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the United Nations Development Programme and other international organizations, as well as delegates from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Iran, and Russia. In statements by the Turkmen side, it was emphasiz...

On January 22, 2026, a meeting was held between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and the Deputy Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) Dmitry Mariyasin, who arrived in Ashgabat to participate in the events of the SPECA High-Level Week, held from January 20 to 23 this year. During the meeting, issues related to the further development of cooperation between Turkmenistan and UNECE were discussed, including interaction in th...

On January 21, 2026, the Economic Forum began its work in Ashgabat as part of the United Nations Special Program for the Economies of Central Asia (SPECA) Week. The Forum brought together heads and representatives of relevant ministries and sectoral agencies of the Central Asian countries, Azerbaijan, India, as well as international organizations, including UN specialized agencies, the European Union, the World Bank, and others. The objective of the Forum is to comprehensively consider opp...

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Federal President of the Federal Republic of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier on the occasion of his 70th birthday. «Relations between our countries are consistently strengthening and enriching their content. We attach great importance to the further development of bilateral cooperation and taking it to new heights», – the head of state noted in his address. Taking this pleasant opportunity, President Serdar B...

In regard to reports about the attack on the residence of the President of Russia, the Turkmen side expresses concern and condemns such actions, which pose threat to international security and stability, especially against the backdrop of ongoing efforts to settle the conflict by the means of negotiation. As a state with permanent neutrality status recognized by the United Nations, Turkmenistan always emphasizes the need to resolve all international issues exclusively through peaceful, politi...