On March 4, 2025, the Chairperson of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan D.Gulmanova accepted credentials from the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Spain to Turkmenistan Ricardo Martinez Vazquez.

The Head of the national Parliament, on behalf of the Head of state, congratulated the diplomat on his appointment to the responsible position and wished him success in strengthening the traditional friendly relations and cooperation between our countries.

During the meeting, the Chairperson of the Mejlis informed the esteemed Ambassador with the main directions of Turkmenistan's foreign policy, based on the principles of positive neutrality, peacefulness, trust, equality and mutual benefit, as well as with the successfully implemented large-scale national programs and comprehensive reforms aimed at the rapid socio-economic development of Turkmenistan, ensuring a prosperous and happy life for our people.

The diplomat was introduced to the structure of the Mejlis and its multifaceted activities carried out to ensure the legislative and legal framework for the large-scale reforms being implemented in the country. In this regard, it was emphasized that inter-parliamentary relations are an important tool for strengthening interstate cooperation.

The diplomat expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and noted that it was a great honor for him to represent his country in Turkmenistan, which is widely known in the world for its peace-loving policy. At the end of the meeting, confidence was expressed that the friendly, fruitful relations between Turkmenistan and the Kingdom of Spain will further develop and be filled with new, constructive content.

On March 4, 2025, the Chairperson of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan D.Gulmanova held a meeting with European Union Special Representative for Central Asia Eduards Stiprais.

At the meeting, the guests were introduced to the priority areas of internal and peace-loving external policy of Turkmenistan and also with structure and activities of the national parliament. It was noted that development of long-term mutually beneficial cooperation with international organizations and the European Union is one of the important areas of Turkmenistan’s external policy, while interaction with the European Union is consistently expanding in new directions.

The sides noted the importance of agreements reached in recent years between Turkmenistan and the European Union, the exchange of experience in legislative and parliamentary activities, as well as meetings of parliamentary representatives and jointly held training seminars that contribute to the formation of a modern basis for multifaceted relations between our country and the EU countries.

In particular, was said about the effectiveness of inter-parliamentary dialogue «European Union – Turkmenistan», the Dialogue on Human Rights, Consultative meetings between foreign policy departments and on individual issues of cooperation, including interaction in the «European Union –Central Asia» format.

At the end of the meeting, the sides expressed their readiness to support further cooperation between Turkmenistan and the European Union based on the principles of mutual respect, equality and trust through parliamentary diplomacy.

Today, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a working meeting with the participation of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers T. Atahalliyev and khyakims of the velayats to consider issues related to the progress of work in the agricultural complex and regions of the country.

The first floor was given to the khyakim of the Ahal velayat T.Nurmyradov, who reported on the pace of agricultural campaigns in the region.

As noted, seasonal activities, guided by the tasks set by the President of Turkmenistan to increase agricultural production, are continuing in the velayat.

In accordance with agro-technical standards, mineral fertilizers are applied and watered in the wheat fields of the velayat.

In order to organize the start and proper conduct of cotton sowing, the necessary steps are being taken to prepare areas and high-quality cotton seeds.

Along with this, appropriate measures are being implemented to sow potatoes and vegetable and melon crops within agro-technical deadlines.

It was also reported on the preparations for the upcoming cultural and mass events on the occasion of International Women’s Day – March 8 and the pace of construction of social, cultural and industrial facilities planned for opening this year within the framework of the National Rural Program.

After hearing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized that the organized implementation of current agricultural work within agro-technical deadlines is an important condition for obtaining high yields of agricultural crops, addressing specific instructions to the khyakim in this regard.

The head of state also ordered to keep under control the quality and timing of the implementation of the tasks planned for the current year within the framework of the country’s socio-economic development programs.

Then, the khyakim of the Balkan velayat H. Ashyrmyradov reported on the agricultural campaigns carried out in the region.

As noted, care and watering continue in the wheat fields of the velayat. Measures are being taken to prepare high-quality seeds for cotton producers for the upcoming sowing.

Along with this, efforts are being made to prepare fields and seeds of vegetable and melon crops for the season, as well as to complete the planting of potatoes and onions within the established timeframes.

It was informed on preparations for the celebration of International Women’s Day in the velayat, as well as on the progress of construction of social and industrial facilities scheduled for commissioning this year.

After hearing the report, the head of state emphasized the importance of complying with agro-technical standards as a guarantee of obtaining high-quality products, and in this regard, ordered to ensure the proper implementation of current seasonal agricultural work in the fields of the region.

The head of state also assigned the khyakim to monitor the quality and timely completion of tasks planned for the current year within the framework of the National Rural Program.

Then the khyakim of the Dashoguz velayat D. Babayev reported on the state of affairs in the fields of the region.

As noted, in accordance with the tasks set by the President of Turkmenistan for the comprehensive development of the agricultural sector and strengthening food abundance in the country, seasonal work continues on the agricultural lands of the region.

In accordance with agro-technical standards, wheat is cared for, in particular, fertilizing with minerals and watering.

Currently, as part of the preparation for sowing cotton, land leveling, planning and flushing irrigation are being carried out. A sufficient number of high-quality seeds adapted to the soil and climatic conditions of the region have been prepared for agricultural producers. Along with this, onion planting has begun in the velayat.

It was also reported on preparations for the celebrations on the occasion of International Women’s Day and the progress of construction work at social, cultural and industrial facilities that are planned to be commissioned this year as part of the country’s socio-economic development programs.

After hearing the report, the President of Turkmenistan noted the importance of high-quality and organized agro-technical measures at present, giving specific instructions to the khyakim in this regard.

The head of state also instructed to monitor the proper and timely implementation of the work planned for this year in the velayat in accordance with the Program for the Socio-Economic Development of the Country in 2022-2028 and the National Rural Program.

Then, the khyakim of the Lebap velayat M. Annanepesov reported on the progress of seasonal agricultural campaigns in the region.

As noted, in order to obtain rich wheat harvest this year, additional mineral fertilizers and irrigation are being carried out in the fields of the velayat.

Leveling and planning are underway in the cotton fields, and flushing irrigation is in the final stage, as well as the preparation of high-quality seeds for agricultural producers.

At the same time, the sowing of potatoes and onions is being completed in the region. Information was provided on preparations for the celebrations in the velayat on the occasion of International Women’s Day and the progress of construction of cultural, social and industrial facilities planned for commissioning in the region this year within the framework of the Program of the President of Turkmenistan for the socio-economic development of the country in 2022-2028 and the National Rural Program.

Summarizing the report, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized the need for strict adherence to agricultural technology standards during seasonal agricultural activities, giving the khyakim specific instructions in this regard.

The head of state also ordered to monitor the quality and timely execution of work at the facilities planned for commissioning in the velayat this year in accordance with the country’s socio-economic development programs.

Then, the khyakim of the Mary velayat B. Orazov reported on the progress of current seasonal agricultural campaigns in the region.

As reported, in order to obtain a rich harvest this year, wheat is being cared for in the fields in accordance with agricultural technology standards. 

In preparation for cotton sowing, leveling, planning, flushing irrigation of agricultural lands and preparation of high-quality seeds for producers are carried out. 

At the same time, appropriate measures are being taken to ensure timely sowing of potatoes and other vegetable and melon crops in the velayat, as well as proper preparation of areas and seeds for sowing.

In addition, it was informed on the preparation of festive events on the occasion of International Women’s Day, as well as on the progress of construction of social, cultural and industrial facilities scheduled for commissioning this year in accordance with the Program of the President of Turkmenistan for the socio-economic development of the country in 2022-2028 and the National Rural Program.

Summarizing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized the importance of conducting current agricultural work at a high organizational level and in this regard gave the khyakim a number of specific instructions.

The head of state also noted the need for timely and high-quality implementation of the tasks outlined in the programs for the socio-economic development of the country, ordering to monitor their implementation.

Then Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers T. Atahalliyev reported on the state of affairs in agriculture. As reported, in order to successfully implement the tasks set by the President of the country to obtain a rich harvest this year in accordance with agro-technical standards, mineral fertilizers are applied and wheat is watered in the fields of the velayats.

Along with this, measures are being taken to prepare land and high-quality seeds for sowing cotton.

In order to provide the population with domestically produced vegetable and melon crops, preparation of fields and seeds for sowing vegetable and melon crops, as well as planting potatoes and vegetables, continues.

After hearing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted the need to take comprehensive measures to successfully fulfill the tasks set for the development of the agricultural sector, taking into account the requirements of the time, further strengthening food abundance in the country due to high yields, and gave the Deputy Prime Minister relevant instructions in this regard.

Then, addressing the participants of the working meeting, the head of state emphasized the importance of seasonal agricultural campaigns and ordered strict control over the work on preparing and washing the soil in order to sow cotton in the regions within the established time frame, taking appropriate measures to provide producers with high-quality seeds before the campaign, and ensuring wheat care and irrigation in accordance with agricultural standards.

In addition, the President of Turkmenistan gave relevant instructions to accelerate the pace of sowing potatoes and vegetable and melon crops, to conduct timely payments for the work performed between agricultural producers and service enterprises in the regions, as well as to organize preparations for the planned events on the occasion of International Women’s Day – March 8.

Focusing on the need to successfully solve the problems outlined in the country’s socio-economic development programs, the head of state instructed to keep under strict control the construction of socio-cultural and industrial facilities planned for commissioning in the velayats this year. 

At the end of the working meeting, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov wished its participants good health, family well-being and great success in their work.

Today, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov held the regular online meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers, the agenda of which included a number of issues of state life.

Chairwoman of the Mejlis D.Gulmanova, who informed on the course of further improvement of the national legislation according to modern realities, was the first to take the floor.

So, at present, working groups with participation of representatives of ministries and sectoral departments prepare the bills concerning various spheres of political, economic and cultural life of the country and connected with increase of well-being of people. At the same time, amendments and additions are made to legal acts in force.

The head of the national parliament informed on results of the recent working visit to the Republic of Türkiye in which the meeting with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan took place.

On behalf of Hero-Arkadag the invitation to the International forum on the occasion of the glorious 30th anniversary of permanent neutrality of our fatherland, which will take place in Ashgabat in December of the current year was given to the Turkish leader. The head of the friendly country, with gratitude having received the invitation, noted similarity of positions of two states in maintenance of global and regional security and sustainable development. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan also underlined that Turkiye supported the Resolution of General Assembly of the United Nations on announcement of 2025 as «International year of peace and trust». The Turkish leader emphasised a historical significance of the speech of Hero-Arkadag at the Antalya diplomatic forum in March 2024.

Besides it, within the visit negotiations with Chairman of the Grand National Assembly of the Republic of Türkiye in which importance of joint efforts in intensification of relations between Inter-parliamentary groups of friendship was pointed out, profile committees, young and women-members of the parliament that urged to render a big assistance to cooperation development between two brotherly countries in the area of legislature took place.

Taking an opportunity, the Chairwoman of the Mejlis expressed warm gratitude to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Hero-Arkadag for created possibilities for wide propaganda at international level the internal and foreign policy of our country as well as for the working visit of the Turkmen delegation to the Republic of Türkiye.

In addition to it, she informed on preparation for ceremonies for mothers with many children, who were awarded the honorary title of «Ene mähri», and keys to apartments.

Summing up the information, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted importance of appropriate preparation for actions in honour of International Women's Day and their organisation at high level.

Further, Deputy-Chairman of the Cabinet Kh.Geldimyradov reported on the work carried out in the sphere of subordinate sphere.

As he reported, according to Laws of Turkmenistan «On credit institutions and bank activity» and «On auditor activity» as well as according to the Resolution of the President of the country «On the program of reforming of accounting and audit in Turkmenistan», annual conduction of corresponding inspections of banking establishments on the basis of international standards in this area was envisaged.

In this connection, for consideration of the head of the state the corresponding proposal was submitted.

Summing up the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasised importance of improvement of annual audit of the financial reporting of banks of the country and realisation of this activity according to established international standards. Having approved the submitted proposal in the given sphere, the head of the state instructed the Deputy-Chairman of the Cabinet to carry out necessary work to that end.

Then, Deputy-Chairman of the Cabinet B.Amanov reported on the course of rise of capacities of oil refining factories subordinated to "Türkmennebit" State Concern. 

As he informed, with a view of extraction of hydrocarbon resources from oil wells and expansion of international interaction in development of petrochemical industry consecutive steps are undertaken. The work carried out at present within this cooperation in maintenance of Turkmenbashi oil refineries complex with additional volume of raw materials, effective involvement of its potential can serve a clear example for it.

In this regard, for consideration of the head of Turkmenistan the corresponding proposal was presented.

Having heard the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov approved the proposal on rational use of capacities of oil refining factories subordinated to "Türkmennebit" State Concern and instructed the Deputy-Chairman of the Cabinet to take appropriate measures.

Further, Deputy-Chairman of the Cabinet T.Atahallyev reported on the work carried out in the agricultural sector and velayats of the country.

As he reported, at present, wheat fields are provided with due care according to agro-technical standards, in particular, top dressing by mineral fertilizers and watering.

According to the Resolution of the President of the country «On high yield of cotton in Turkmenistan in 2025» the fields to be sown this crop, are levelled and ridged and pre-sowing irrigation is carried out and preparation of seeds of cotton also proceeds.

With a view of supply of the population with the necessary volume of potato and vegetables and gourds in velayats, preparation of fields and seeds for the forthcoming sowing campaign is carried out.

The Deputy-Chairman of the Cabinet also reported on realised practical steps according to the National Forest Program of Turkmenistan for wildlife management, maintenance of ecological well-being, transformation of our fatherland into a blossoming land. So, today on forestry farms of the Ministry of Environmental Protection preparation of saplings of various kinds of trees for the spring planting is carried out.

Summing up the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov focused attention on importance of conduction of work on complex development and strengthening of the material and technical basis of the agricultural branch of the country.

It is necessary to provide due care of wheat crops according to agro-technical standards, to carry out agricultural activities in the fields to be sown with cotton at due time and to attach a special significance to preparation of high-quality seeds of cotton and vegetables and gourds for the forthcoming sowing campaign and spring planting of saplings of trees, the head of the state underlined, having given the Deputy-Chairman of the Cabinet a number of concrete instructions.

Deputy-Chairman of the Cabinet B.Annamammedov reported on the activity of the construction-industrial complex.

As he marked, in the country new industrial enterprises equipped with advanced high-efficiency technologies from leading world companies, and focused on manufacture of various kinds of production are under construction.

Successful completion of civil and erection works at the factory with an annual capacity of 3 million 300 thousand square metres of ceramic decorative plates and 120 thousand products of sanitary ware in Baherden etrap of Akhal velayat can clearly testify to it. The commissioning of the given enterprise will promote satisfaction of demand for local building materials, increase of export potential of branch and creation of new workplaces.

In this connection, the Deputy-Chairman of the Cabinet submitted for consideration of the President of Turkmenistan the corresponding proposal.

Having heard the report, the head of the state marked that in the country manufacture of various kinds of industrial output was adjusted, at enterprises, technologies of leading world companies are widely introduced.

In the given context, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov instructed the Deputy-Chairman of the Cabinet to prepare properly for the commissioning of the new enterprise of ceramic products «Bäherden».

Then, Deputy-Chairman of the Cabinet N.Atagulyev reported on the activity carried out in the complex under his supervision.

As he marked, in the Era of Revival of the new epoch of the powerful state at the initiative of National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty Hero-Arkadag and under the leadership of the President of Turkmenistan a large scale work is carried out to develop the private sector, along with other branches of national economy, in particular, to create manufactures of import replacing goods.

In this regard, the Deputy-Chairman of the Cabinet, having reported on preparation of the exhibition devoted to the 17th anniversary of establishment of the Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs on March 17-19 of the current year and the International forum «Investments into the future of Turkmenistan» submitted for consideration of the head of the state the corresponding proposal.

Having heard the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov underlined that as a result of development of local private businesses the private sector’s share in the national economy increases. In the given context, the Deputy-Chairman of the Cabinet was instructed to provide a high organizational level of the exhibition in honour of the 17th anniversary of establishment of UIET and the international forum «Investments into the future of Turkmenistan».

Throughout the meeting, Deputy-Chairman of the Cabinet reported on adopted measures on the further strengthening of the material and technical basis and maintenance of uninterrupted functioning of enterprises of the Ministry of Textile Industry.

As he marked, textile products are in great demand on internal and foreign markets. He reported on realised purposeful steps for diversification of export of this production, adjustment of cooperation with large foreign companies.

In this connection, for consideration of the head of the state the corresponding proposal was submitted.

Having heard the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted that the local textile enterprises produce high quality, non-polluting production, which today enjoy a wide popularity both in the country and abroad.

Having approved the proposal on effective involvement of industrial equipment of textile enterprises, the head of the state instructed the Deputy-Chairman of the Cabinet to carry out corresponding work to that end.

Deputy-Chairwoman of the Cabinet B.Seyidova reported on preparation for celebration of International Women's Day.

As she marked, on the occasion of the holiday in velayats and Ashgabat and Arkadag cities in the beginning of March it is planned to organise concerts, various conferences, exhibitions, creative meetings, music-song performances, sports competitions, information-educational actions as well as to sum up the results of earlier announced competitions.

On March 7 of the current year ceremonies in honour of mothers, awarded the honorary title of «Ene mähri» and presentation of women who given birth and have brought up eight and more children and large families with keys to apartments. This very day the festive concert will be held in the Mukam Palace. On March 8 in the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the song-musical event will take place.

In this regard, for consideration of the head of the state the corresponding proposal was presented.

Having heard the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov focused attention on importance of celebratory actions in honour of International Women's Day in the International year of peace and trust in velayats and Ashgabat and Arkadag cities. Workers of art and culture of the country should prepare properly for forthcoming celebrations, the head of the state noted, having given the Deputy-Chairwoman of the Cabinet a number of concrete instructions.

Deputy-Chairwoman of the Cabinet B.Orazdurdyeva reported on preparation for the XII Turkmen-German forum on public health services, which will take place on April 7-8 of this year.

As she informed, the event is planned to be held online in the International education centre and scientific centre of the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry and to discuss issues of paediatrics, oncology and importance of introduction of digital technologies and intellectual-analytical systems in applied medicine.

In the forum participation of professors of the Federal Ministry of Health and leading clinics of the Federal Republic of Germany, doctors of hospitals of Turkmenistan, professors-teachers and students of the State Medical University of Turkmenistan named after Myrat Garryev is expected.

In this connection, the Deputy-Chairwoman of the Cabinet submitted for consideration of the head of the state the corresponding proposal.

Having heard the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted that in our country for development f the public health services a huge significance is given to cooperation with leading medical centres of the world. Having approved the proposal on the next Turkmen-German forum on public health services with a view of expansion of interaction with medical centres of the Federal Republic of Germany, the head of the state instructed the Deputy-Chairwoman of the Cabinet to take appropriate measures.

Further, the floor was given to Deputy-Chairman of the Cabinet, Minister of Foreign Affairs R.Meredov who reported on development of international cooperation in the field of cybersecurity.

As he marked, maintenance of information and cybersecurity of digital system of the country is defined among priorities of the state policy realised by the President of Turkmenistan. Thus, an important role is given to promotion of constructive interaction with foreign states and international organisations. Partnership activization in maintenance of security of digital system in the cyberspace is one of the key issues.

Proceeding from it, with a view of realisation of initiatives of the head of the state measures on adjustment and strengthening of relations of our fatherland with technologically developed countries of the world are taken. In particular, joining of Turkmenistan the adopted conventions in the sphere of digitization, perfection of the national legislation according to the international documents is provided. The organisation on a regular basis of profile courses and seminars with authoritative profile structures is also planned.

In this regard, preparation of drafts of «Programs of cooperation with foreign states and international organisations on maintenance of cybersecurity of digital system for 2025-2027» and the Plan of measures on its realisation is carried out. The given documents urged to promote joint co-ordinated work in this area and mutually beneficial exchange of experience, improvement of professional skill of experts, timely solution of tasks in view.

The above-named Program and the Plan envisage conclusion of corresponding contracts with foreign partners, protection of national interests in interstate relations, definition of ways of information interchange about cyber-attacks, realisation of decisions accepted in our country at the international level on cybersecurity and cyber diplomacy.

Summing up the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov marked that today as a key issue the strengthening of cybersecurity of the country and development of international cooperation in this sphere acts. Having approved the proposal on promotion of interaction with foreign states and international organisations in the field of maintenance of cybersecurity, the head of the state instructed the Deputy-Chairman of the Cabinet, Minister of Foreign Affairs to carry out corresponding work to that end.

Director General of the Transport and Communications Agency under the Cabinet of Ministers M.Chakyev reported on the activity carried out to develop and modernise the communication system.

As he informed, considering presence of favourable conditions for transfer of high-quality and high-speed streams of information by transit through Turkmenistan, possibilities of increase in number of connections and speed of data transmission between our country and neighbouring countries and maintenance of additional throughput of communication system are studied. Conduction of corresponding actions in this area will promote further strengthening of positions of our fatherland as important transit country between Asia and Europe.

For consideration of the head of the state corresponding proposals were submitted.

Having heard the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov underlined that work on increase of throughput of optic-fibre communication is consistently realised. Having approved proposals on modernisation of systems of data transmission located in various corners of the country and creation of additional stations of data transmission, the head of the state instructed the head of Agency to carry out necessary work to that end.

Then, addressing members of the Cabinet, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted that our mothers paly a huge role in preservation of the sacred family hearth, worthy education of sons and daughters, the further strengthening of unity of our society. Our dear mothers, who with their self-denying work bring a contribution to increase of authority of our sovereign native land, are highly esteemed in our independent state.

Further, the head of the state signed the Decree on assignment of the honorary title «Ene mähri» to mothers of many children. 

In the country International Women's Day will be widely noted, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov said, having underlined importance of the well organisation of actions for celebration of the women, awarded the honorary title «Ene mähri», and their presentation with keys to apartments.

At the meeting a number of other issues of state life, on which corresponding decisions were made, were also considered.

Concluding the online meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov wished its participants sound health, family well-being and big successes in their work for further prosperity of our sovereign fatherland.

On February 28, 2025, National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with World Bank Vice President for the Europe and Central Asia Antonella Bassani, World Bank’s Regional Director for the Central Asia region Ms. Tatiana Proskuryakova and the International Finance Corporation Regional Director for Central Asia and Türkiye Ms. Wiebke Schloemer.

Expressing gratitude for the meeting, the guests noted the high achievements and economic reforms of Turkmenistan. Ms. Antonella Bassani conveyed warm greetings to Hero-Arkadag from the head of the World Bank.

The guests also highly appraised the domestic and foreign policy of Turkmenistan and emphasized the important role of neutrality and international initiatives of the country in strengthening peace and stability on Earth. Sincere congratulations were expressed to Hero-Arkadag and all Turkmen people on the 30th anniversary of neutrality of Turkmenistan.

Having greeted the representatives of the World Bank system, Hero-Arkadag thanked for the warm words and expressed his best wishes to the World Bank leadership. The National Leader of Turkmen people expressed confidence that the upcoming meetings during the visit will contribute to a productive exchange of views on the current state and prospective fields of economic cooperation between Turkmenistan and the World Bank, and wished them success.

It was noted that the expansion of international cooperation, in particular, the intensification of relations with reputable financial organizations and banking-credit structures, plays an important role in the implementation of the economic development strategy of Turkmenistan.

Hero-Arkadag emphasized the effectiveness of the partnership between Turkmenistan and the World Bank. It was emphasized that in recent years the World Bank has participated in financing a number of projects of high importance for the sustainable socio-economic development of Turkmenistan in such areas as healthcare, education, transport, communications, and energy.

The transport sector is one of the most important strategic areas for Turkmenistan. Particular attention is paid to the coordination of various modes of transport and for this purpose measures are being taken to create multifunctional regional and international transport corridors in the North-South and East-West directions.

In this regard, the need to intensify international trans-Caspian transportation and use the existing potential was noted.

Hero-Arkadag emphasized that the International Sea Port of Turkmenbashi, connecting the European and Asian regions, has great potential for increasing transit capacity. Turkmenistan’s readiness to expand mutually beneficial cooperation with the World Bank and consider its proposals regarding projects on creating transport corridors was confirmed. At the end of the meeting, the National Leader of Turkmen people, Hero-Arkadag and representatives of financial structures expressed confidence that fruitful cooperation will be successfully continued and exchanged best wishes.

2025-nji ýylyň 28-nji fewralynda Türkmenistanyň Mejlisiniň Başlygy D.Gulmanowanyň Eýran Yslam Respublikasynyň Daşary işler ministriniň Konsullyk, parlament we eýranlylaryň işleri boýunça orunbasary Wahid Jalalzade bilen duşuşygy geçirildi.

Duşuşygyň barşynda Türkmenistan bilen Eýran Yslam Respublikasynyň arasynda  syýasy, ykdysady, medeni-ynsanperwer, söwda we beýleki ugurlar boýunça köp taraplaýyn häsiýete eýe bolan hyzmatdaşlyk gatnaşyklaryny parlament diplomatiýasynyň üsti bilen goldamak hem-de geljekde berkitmek barada pikir alyşmalar boldy. Şeýle hem dünýä we sebit derejesinde parahatçylyk, durnukly ösüş, hyzmatdaşlyk meseleleri boýunça Türkmenistanyň öňe sürýän başlangyçlaryna ýokary baha berildi.

Eýran Yslam Respublikasynyň Daşary işler ministriniň orunbasary duşuşygyň dowamynda iki ýurduň Parlamentleriniň arasynda parlamentara gatnaşyklaryň berkidilmeginiň we kanunçykaryjylyk işinde tejribe alşylmagynyň, ikitaraplaýyn esasda döredilen parlamentara dostluk toparlarynyň işjeňliginiň artdyrylmagynyň, ugurdaş komitetleriň arasynda ýakyn gatnaşyklaryň ýola goýulmagynyň tarapdarydygyny belledi.

2025-nji ýylyň 28-nji fewralynda Türkmenistanyň Mejlisiniň Başlygy D.Gulmanowanyň Birleşen Milletler Guramasynyň Baş sekretarynyň orunbasary Rabab Fatima bilen duşuşygy geçirildi.

Duşuşygyň barşynda taraplar Türkmenistan bilen Birleşen Milletler Guramasynyň hem-de onuň dürli ugurlar boýunça ýöriteleşdirilen edaralarynyň arasyndaky köptaraplaýyn hyzmatdaşlygyň we köpýyllyk tejribäniň ähmiýetini nygtadylar.

D.Gulmanowa Türkmenistan içeri we daşary syýasatynyň esasy ugurlary, milli Parlamentiň BMG-niň düzüm birlikleri we beýleki abraýly halkara guramalar bilen parlament işini, milli kanunçylygy kämilleşdirmek we bilelikdäki maksatnamalaýyn taslamalary durmuşa geçirmek babatda alnyp barylýan işler bilen tanyşdyrdy hem-de parlamentara gatnaşyklaryň kanun çykaryjylyk we parlament işinde tejribe alyşmaga, şeýle hem dürli ugurlarda hyzmatdaşlyk etmäge bolan mümkinçilikleri ara alyp maslahatlaşmaga ýardam edýändigini nygtady. 

Duşuşygyň dowamynda şu ýylyň ikinji ýarymynda Türkmenistanda geçiriljek BMG-niň Deňze çykalgasy bolmadyk ösüp barýan döwletler boýunça maslahatyny hem-de onuň çäklerinde Parlament forumyny ýokary derejede geçirmek üçin alnyp barylýan guramaçylyk we taýýarlyk işleri barada pikir alşyldy. Şeýle hem bu Forumyň Deňze çykalgasy bolmadyk ösüp barýan döwletler üçin hereketleriň Maksatnamasyny amala aşyrmakda we köptaraplaýyn hyzmatdaşlygyň hukuk esaslaryny kämilleşdirmekde öňde durýan wezipeleri ara alyp maslahatlaşmaga hem-de bu ugurda tejribe alyşmaga möhüm ädim boljakdygy bellenildi. 

Taraplar ýakyn hyzmatdaşlygy dowam etdirmegiň möhümdigini bellemek bilen, Türkmenistanyň başlangyjy boýunça BMG-niň Baş Assambleýasy tarapyndan «Halkara parahatçylyk we ynanyşmak ýyly» diýip yglan edilen 2025-nji ýylda bilelikde geçirilmegi meýilleşdirilýän çäreleriň guramaçylyk meselelerini ara alyp maslahatlaşdylar.

Duşuşygyň ahyrynda taraplar Türkmenistanyň geljekde-de Birleşen Milletler Guramasy we onuň ýöriteleşdirilen edaralary bilen özara bähbitli hyzmatdaşlygy giňeltmäge taýýardyklaryny beýan etdiler. 

On February 27, 2025, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Euronews media company Pedro Vargas David.

The guest expressed gratitude to the President for the time devoted to the meeting and noted Turkmenistan’s achievements at the national and international levels. Pedro Vargas David emphasized that the white marble Ashgabat made a special impression on him.

At the meeting it was noted that active interaction has been established with the media and international news agencies of countries around the world, which contributes to increasing the authority of Turkmenistan. In this regard, the positive experience of cooperation with the Euronews media company, which is a leading media company in Europe, was noted.

The head of state emphasized the advisability of expanding cooperation with the aim of popularizing the cultural and historical heritage of Turkmenistan and developing tourism.

In this regard, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized the great tourism potential of Turkmenistan. The country is famous in the world for its rich national heritage and historical monuments, being one of the oldest centers of culture.

It is noted that Turkmenistan is rich not only in historical monuments, but also in unique natural landscapes. In terms of tourism development, the Avaza National Tourist Zone, the Kopetdag foothills and the Karakum Desert have great potential.

In this regard, the President of Turkmenistan highlighted the videos about Turkmenistan that are broadcast in special programs of the Euronews media company.

«As is known, at the initiative of Turkmenistan, a special Resolution of the UN General Assembly declared 2025 the «International Year of Peace and Trust». Also this year we will widely celebrate the 30th anniversary of the country’s permanent neutrality» the head of state emphasized.

He invited Pedro Vargas David to the International Forum for Peace and Trust, which will be held in Ashgabat on December 12, 2025, expressing confidence that his participation will contribute to the successful holding of this event.

In addition, issues on the international agenda, as well as current and prospective cooperation projects, were discussed at the meeting.

At the end of the meeting, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov confirmed Turkmenistan’s readiness to further develop mutually beneficial partnership with Euronews media company and wished Pedro Vargas David great success in his responsible work.

On February 27, 2025, the National Leader of Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Euronews Pedro Vargas David.

Expressing gratitude to the National Leader of Turkmen people for the meeting, the guest shared his impressions of the first visit to Turkmenistan.

Hero-Arkadag noted that Turkmenistan pays special attention to the development of cooperation with such a reputable mass media outlet as “Euronews”, whose audience numbers millions around the world. The positive practice of cooperation with “Euronews” media company was emphasized.

This is evidenced by Euronews correspondents’ coverage of the first United Nations Global Sustainable Transport Conference held in Ashgabat in 2016, the fifth Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games in 2017, the Amul-Khazar 2018 International Rally held in 2018, and the first Caspian Economic Forum in the Avaza National Tourism Zone in 2019.

It was noted that the Turkmen side welcomes the coverage of Turkmenistan’s initiatives calling for peacefulness, good-neighborliness and trust.

“This year we celebrate the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s neutrality: a lot has been done in the past time both at the regional and global levels, and now the measures set are being implemented as successfully. Turkmenistan calls on the states of the planet and international organizations to cooperate closely on maintaining peace, friendship, mutual respect and trust,” Hero-Arkadag said.

The National Leader of Turkmen people expressed his assuredness that the set goals can be communicated to public through such a popular, reliable and large media outlet as “Euronews”.

Pedro Vargas David, in turn, emphasized the great interest of “Euronews” in the consistent expansion of cooperation with Turkmenistan, noting that together a lot can be achieved, and there are currently many opportunities for the implementation of effective initiatives.

It was emphasized that the peace-loving foreign policy pursued by independent neutral Turkmenistan, its achievements in various fields, rich cultural heritage and beautiful nature attract the attention of the world community.

Special importance is attached to cooperation with popular media for wide coverage of the country’s domestic and foreign policy, economic, cultural, humanitarian and tourism opportunities.

In 2024, videos about Turkmenistan of economic, cultural and humanitarian scope were broadcasted in the framework of the Cooperation Agreement between “Türkmenaragatnashyk” agency of the Agency of Transport and Communications under the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan and “Euronews” media company.

It was noted at the meeting that Turkmenistan presented the Resolution “2025 - International Year of Peace and Trust” at the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly. The resolution was adopted with the unanimous support of 86 states.

“This is a very significant step, in the present setting of events, it is clear that a dialog based on mutual respect contributes to peace and stability,” said Hero-Arkadag.

Pedro Vargas David emphasized that Turkmenistan’s foreign policy, based on the principles of neutrality, makes a significant contribution to strengthening peace in the world and receives wide support of the international community, which is a clear result of a well thought-out strategy pursued by the President of Turkmenistan.

In accordance with the name of this year, Turkmenistan plans to organize various events of political, economic and cultural-humanitarian scope at the national and international levels.

The main of them is the International Forum with the participation of world leaders, which is scheduled to be held at a high level in Ashgabat on December 12 this year.

“The planned measures are clearly designated in the Concept of Turkmenistan’s activities and priorities within the framework of the International Year of Peace and Trust. To ensure that the document is accessible to the public, it has been published in the press,” the National Leader of Turkmen people said.

The Concept emphasizes information and communication activities, noted Hero-Arkadag and thus proposed to organize events and dialogue platforms dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust jointly with the Euronews.

As the National Leader of Turkmen people emphasized, it is advisable to take advantage of the digital platforms in this regard. The “Euronews” media company has pages on the Internet, and there are many users. Vast opportunities that social networks provide for the global involvement of young people in the promotion of humane traditions of peace and trust are embedded in the mentioned Concept.

In addition, Hero-Arkadag drew attention to the need to improve the qualifications of young journalists and students receiving specialized education and confirmed the readiness of the Turkmen side to consider proposals for cooperation with the Euronews in this aspect.

Pedro Vargas David emphasized that Turkmenistan consistently develops cooperation and is a reliable partner of the UN, and Turkmenistan’s initiatives are supported by the international community. The guest said he would take the opportunity to participate in the International Forum dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the country’s permanent neutrality.

In addition, the guest highlighted that through the Euronews Academy there are opportunities to exchange experience with Turkmen journalists and develop technical cooperation.

The National Leader of Turkmen people reiterated the readiness of the Turkmen side to explore new and promising projects to raise awareness of the general public about the rich culture and history of Turkmenistan, as well as opportunities in the field of tourism.

The Chairman of the Board of Directors of “Euronews” media company emphasized that the heavenly Akhalteke horses made a great impression on him and underlined the great contribution of Hero-Arkadag - a true admirer of these unique horses - to preserving the purity of the breed and passing it on to future generations.

The guest also said that he had visited the National Museum of Turkmen Carpet and noted that it is an honor for “Euronews” to widely promote magnificent art and traditions of the Turkmen people.

At the end of the meeting, the National Leader of Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov wished the Chairman of the Board of Directors of “Euronews” Pedro Vargas David success in his work.

2025-nji ýylyň 27-nji fewralynda Türkmenistanyň Mejlisiniň Başlygy D.Gulmanowanyň Halkara Zähmet Guramasynyň Baş direktorynyň kömekçisi, bu guramanyň Ýewropa we Merkezi Aziýa boýunça Sebitleýin Býurosynyň direktory Beata Andres bilen duşuşygy geçirildi.

Duşuşykda hemişelik Bitarap Türkmenistanyň içeri we daşary syýasatynyň esasy ugurlary, Birleşen Milletler Guramasynyň çäklerinde öňe sürülýän başlangyçlaryň ähmiýeti barada pikir alşyldy. 

Taraplar Türkmenistan bilen Birleşen Milletler Guramasynyň we onuň düzüm birlikleriniň arasyndaky  köptaraplaýyn häsiýete eýe bolan hyzmatdaşlygy mundan beýläk-de berkitmegiň, geljekde Türkmenistan bilen Halkara Zähmet Guramasynyň arasyndaky hyzmatdaşlygy köptaraplaýyn gatnaşyklarda işjeňleşdirmegiň möhüm ugurlaryny ara alyp maslahatlaşdylar. Şunuň bilen birlikde geçen ýylda tassyklanylan Türkmenistanyň Hökümeti bilen Halkara Zähmet Guramasynyň arasynda hyzmatdaşlyk etmek boýunça çäreleriň 2024-2025-nji ýyllar üçin ýol kartasynyň çäklerinde ýerine ýetirilen işleriň ähmiýetine üns berildi. Şonda milli kanunçylyk namalaryny kämilleşdirmekde halkara hukugynyň umumy ykrar edilen kadalaryna laýyk getirmek maksady bilen, 2024-nji ýylda «Türkmenistanyň Zähmet kodeksine üýtgetmeler we goşmaçalar girizmek hakynda» Türkmenistanyň Kanunynyň kabul edilendigi bellenildi.

Bulardan başga-da, Halkara Zähmet Guramasynyň konwensiýalaryna goşulmak arkaly şertnama-hukuk binýady berkitmek, tejribe alyşmak, durmuş ulgamy boýunça hyzmatdaşlar bilen yzygiderli duşuşyklary, gepleşikleri guramak barada pikir alşyldy we gurama tarapyndan geçirilýän çärelere gatnaşmagyň, alnyp barylýan işleriň   has-da netijeli bolmagynda tagallalary birleşdirmegiň möhümdigi bellenildi. 

Taraplar her bir döwletde adam hukuklarynyň üpjün edilmeginde, şeýle hem adam hukuklary babatda borçnamalaryň we ynsanperwer hukugynyň ýerine ýetirilmeginde halkara guramalar bilen alnyp barylýan ýakyn hyzmatdaşlyga uly ornuň degişlidigini kanagatlanma bilen bellediler. Bu ugurda «Türkmenistanda Adam hukuklary boýunça 2021–2025-nji ýyllar üçin Hereketleriň milli Meýilnamasy», «Türkmenistanda gender deňligi boýunça 2021–2025-nji ýyllar üçin Hereketleriň milli Meýilnamasy» we «Türkmenistanda çagalaryň hukuklaryny durmuşa geçirmek boýunça 2023–2028-nji ýyllar üçin Hereketleriň milli Meýilnamasy» esasynda işleriň durmuşa geçirilýändigi bellenildi. 

Duşuşygyň çäklerinde Halkara Zähmet Guramasynyň wekilleri türkmen tarapynyň bu ugurdaky işleriniň netijelerine ýokary baha berip,  ýakyn geljek üçin hyzmatdaşlyga bolan garaýyşlaryny mälim etdiler.

On February 27, 2025, a meeting was held between the Chairperson of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan D.Gulmanova with the delegations of the European Parliament led by the Head of the Group for Cooperation with Central Asian Countries Ms. Giusi Princi.

The Chairperson of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan introduced the guests to the priority areas of internal and external policy of Turkmenistan, the activities carried out on legislative support of program activities implementing in our country in such areas as gender equality, youth policy, science and education, social security, environmental well-being. Noting the productiveness of the eighth meeting of Turkmenistan and European Parliament was expressed confidence that it will contribute to the further strengthening of bilateral inter-parliamentary relations in the future.

During the meeting, was emphasized the importance of the adoption by the United General Assembly, at the initiative of Turkmenistan of the Resolution «2025 International Year of Peace and Trust» and Turkmen side expressed gratitude for the support of this proposal by European countries.

At the meeting, the sides discussed the current condition and prospects of cooperation between Turkmenistan and the European Union. In this regard, was emphasized the importance of the current visit of the delegation of the European Parliament to Turkmenistan, taking into account its participation in the implementation of the events planned for 2025, declared by the UN General Assembly, on the initiative of Turkmenistan, as the  « International Year of Peace and Trust».

Interlocutors noted the importance of the work being carried out to provide legislative support for the agreements reached between Turkmenistan and the EU and expressed confidence that regular holding of bilateral meetings and seminars will be of great importance for strengthening the legal framework and expanding the mutual exchange of experience, further development of effective relationships and taking them to a qualitatively new level.

Туркменская делегация, находящаяся с рабочим визитом в Государстве Катар, в ходе визита приняла участие в первом заседании туркмено-катарской группы межпарламентской дружбы.

На встрече туркменская сторона ознакомила с основными направлениями внутренней и внешней политики Туркменистана, структурой парламента и деятельностью, проводимой по законодательному обеспечению программ , осуществляемых в нашей стране по таким направлениям, как гендерное равенство, молодёжная политика, наука и образование, социальное обеспечение, экологическое благополучие.

В ходе беседы было особо подчёркнуто, что межпарламентский диалог стал важной частью укрепления сотрудничества между двумя странами, и созданные на двусторонней основе группы межпарламентской дружбы способствуют дальнейшему обмену опытом в законодательной работе и развитию парламентской дипломатии.

В ходе встречи было отмечено, что туркмено-катарская группа межпарламентской дружбы играет важную роль в совершенствовании договорно-правовой базы многопланового туркмено-катарского сотрудничества.

Также было отмечено, что активизация работы группы межпарламентской дружбы с использованием возможностей парламентской дипломатии в будущем придаст импульс развитию двусторонних и многосторонних отношений.

В завершение встречи стороны выразили готовность продолжить обмен опытом в сфере законодательства двух стран.