Turkmenistan&rsquo;s Ambassador to Belgium, Sapar Palvanov, held a series of meetings in Brussels with senior Belgian officials to discuss the possibility of establishing high-level contacts between the two countries.

The talks took place within the framework of official events dedicated to Belgium&rsquo;s National Day, attended by members of the royal family, as well as leaders of the country&rsquo;s parliament and government.

Palvanov held talks with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Maxime Pr&eacute;vot, Speaker of the Chamber of Representatives Peter De Roover, Head of the King&rsquo;s Cabinet Vincent Houssiau, and the Prime Minister&rsquo;s diplomatic advisor, Ambassador Thomas Lambert.

The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral ties and exploring prospects for organizing high-level contacts that could enhance cooperation between Turkmenistan and Belgium.

Source: <a href="https://turkmenistaninfo.gov.tm/news/13288">International Information Center of Turkmenistan</a>

Turkmenistan and Belgium Discuss Establishing High-Level Contacts

A scientific-practical conference dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the adoption of the state program &ldquo;Saglyk&rdquo; was held at the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan. The event was attended by heads of medical institutions from Ashgabat and Arkadag, regional representatives, faculty of the Myrat Garryyev State Medical University of Turkmenistan, and students.

The conference addressed the successful implementation of the &ldquo;Saglyk&rdquo; Program, developed at the initiative of the Hero-Arkadag of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, as well as the improvement of healthcare institutions and the quality of medical services provided to the population. Participants expressed gratitude to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and to the doctor-Arkadag for creating conditions for enhancing the professional level of Turkmen doctors.

The importance of fulfilling the instructions of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov was noted, particularly regarding the acceleration of drafting master plans for the cities of Ashgabat and Arkadag, as well as monitoring the construction of hospitals and other social facilities within the framework of the 2022&ndash;2028 Program for the Socio-Economic Development of the Country.

On behalf of the Head of State, doctors and healthcare specialists were presented with gifts, and the results of the &ldquo;Best Hospital&rdquo; competition were announced. Participants also visited an exhibition showcasing medical equipment, medicines derived from Turkmen medicinal plants, and information about the achievements of the national healthcare system. A prominent place in the exposition was given to the scientific-encyclopedic work &ldquo;Medicinal Plants of Turkmenistan&rdquo; by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Hero-Arkadag Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov.

At the conclusion of the event, participants adopted an Address to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov. Similar conferences were held across the country.

Source: <a href="https://turkmenistan.gov.tm/tk/habar/97169/turkmenistanyn-saglygy-gorayys-ulgamy-geljege-nazar">Online newspaper Golden Age</a>

Turkmenistan Marks 30th Anniversary of State Program “Saglyk”

Educational and awareness-raising events are being held at higher education institutions across Turkmenistan in preparation for the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs), which will take place in the Avaza National Tourist Zone from August 4 to 8.

A training session for future volunteers was held at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The event brought together representatives from several national universities&mdash;faculty and students from departments of foreign languages and journalism&mdash;many of whom are preparing to serve as volunteers during the upcoming Conference.

Presentations on the importance of the international forum were delivered by Professor Atajan Burunov, Head of the Department of Social Sciences at Turkmen State University named after Magtymguly, and Begench Myatliyev, Vice-Rector for Scientific Affairs of the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. They highlighted the high level of ongoing preparations and spoke about the significance of the Conference&#39;s political-diplomatic, trade-economic, and cultural-humanitarian activities.

A similar awareness session was held at Turkmen State University named after Magtymguly, where participants discussed the objectives and tasks of the Conference, including the Ministerial Meeting on South-South Cooperation, the Women Leaders&#39; Meeting, as well as forums for civil society, the private sector, parliamentarians, and youth.

Special attention was given to the organization of the reception of foreign delegations in line with international standards, as well as the role of cultural events in fostering intercultural communication and expanding humanitarian ties with participating countries.

Source: <a href="https://turkmenistan.gov.tm/ru/post/97152/vuzy-turkmenistana-gotovyatsya-k-provedeniyu-konferencii-oon-v-avaze">online newspaper &quot;Golden age&quot;</a>

Turkmen Universities Prepare Volunteers for the UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries

On July 21, the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a working meeting with the participation of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Tangryguly Atakhalliyev and hyakims of the velayats, at which the state of affairs in the agricultural sector and regions of the republic was considered.

The heads of the velayat administrations reported on the pace of seasonal campaigns in the region.

Agrotechnical work is being carried out on the fields freed up after the harvest. At the same time, measures are being taken to prepare agricultural machinery and units that will be used in the upcoming sowing season.

Along with this, care continues in the cotton fields. This work is carried out in full compliance with agricultural technology standards. At the same time, in the Dashoguz and Lebap velayats, agrotechnical care is carried out for rice crops, and in the Mary velayat - for sugar beets. In the regions, potato, vegetable and melon crops are consistently planted and harvested.

The hyakims also informed the head of state about the progress of construction of social and industrial infrastructure facilities scheduled for opening this year.

After hearing the reports, the head of state noted the importance of proper implementation of agricultural measures on agricultural lands, as well as organized preparation for laying the harvest of agricultural crops for the coming year. In this regard, specific instructions were given to the heads of regional administrations.

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov also ordered to keep under constant control the quality and timing of construction of buildings scheduled for commissioning this year.

Summarizing the information presented, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized the importance of the agricultural sector as a basic industry that ensures food abundance in the domestic market. In this regard, the head of state noted the need for its further development by expanding the scale of innovation and efficient use of resources. In this regard, the Deputy Prime Minister was given relevant instructions.

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov ordered to ensure timely settlements between cotton and grain producers with service enterprises and departments.

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov ordered to ensure timely settlements between cotton and grain producers with service enterprises and departments.

Addressing the hyakims of the velayats, the head of state ordered to keep constant attention on compliance with fire safety rules against the background of excessive air heating. In particular, this concerns control over the use of electricity, natural gas and water.

Source: <a href="https://tdh.gov.tm/tk/post/45560/turkmenistanyn-prezidenti-maslahatyny-gecirdi-31">State News Agency of Turkmenistan</a>

The President of Turkmenistan held a meeting on the work of the agricultural sector

On July 21, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Ahmet Gurbanov met with the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People&#39;s Republic of China to Turkmenistan Ji Shumin, who presented copies of his credentials.

Ahmet Gurbanov congratulated the Ambassador on his appointment to the responsible post and expressed the readiness of the Turkmen side to provide assistance and support in the implementation of his diplomatic activities.

During the conversations, the parties discussed in detail a range of issues on further strengthening Turkmen-Chinese relations. The diplomats noted that regular high-level meetings contribute to strengthening political dialogue.

As part of the intensification of trade and economic relations, the parties expressed interest in increasing cooperation in the energy sector.

Source: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.tm/en/news/5418">Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan</a>

Ambassador of China to Turkmenistan presented copies of his credentials

On July 18, 2025, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Belgium, Sapar Palvanov, met in Brussels with Heinrich Kerstens, Director for Strategic Projects at Rhenus Group. During the meeting, the parties discussed the prospects of utilizing Turkmenistan as a key transport artery between Europe and Asia. Rhenus Group is one of Europe&rsquo;s largest logistics companies.

The Rhenus representative noted that in times of global instability, Central Asia and Turkmenistan offer a reliable, transparent, and predictable route for cargo deliveries. Special emphasis was placed on the capabilities of the Turkmenbashi seaport and the country&rsquo;s developed railway network.

In addition to transit transportation, the company expressed interest in supporting the export of Turkmen goods to international and European markets, viewing this as a long-term investment opportunity.

Ambassador Palvanov emphasized that Turkmenistan is actively investing in the development of modern transport infrastructure, including the construction of new highways, modernization of railways, and expansion of the seaport&rsquo;s capacity.

The parties agreed to continue a substantive dialogue at expert and technical levels.

Rhenus Group is an international logistics company headquartered in Germany, operating in more than 70 countries worldwide.

Source: <a href="https://turkmenistaninfo.gov.tm/news/13244">International Information Center of Turkmenistan</a>

Turkmenistan Presented as a Reliable Route for Cargo Transportation Between Europe and Asia

On July 19, 2025, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held a telephone conversation with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration, and Tunisians Abroad of the Republic of Tunisia, Mohamed Ali Nafti.

The ministers discussed the current state and prospects for the development of Turkmen-Tunisian relations.

Special attention during the talks was given to organizational issues related to the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC 3). The foreign ministers reviewed the practical aspects of preparations for the upcoming international forum.

Source: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.tm/en/news/5417">Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan</a>

Turkmenistan and Tunisia Discussed Preparations for the UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries

The delegation of Turkmenistan, headed by the country&rsquo;s Ambassador to Russia, Esen Aydogdyev, took part in the 106th meeting of the Economic Council of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS).

The meeting was held in Moscow on July 18, 2025, and covered a wide range of issues concerning economic cooperation among CIS member states.

Participants discussed draft documents related to cooperation in ensuring regional energy security, the peaceful use of nuclear energy, pricing in construction activities, forestry, and the forest industry.

Also on the agenda were issues regarding the implementation in 2024 of the Action Plan for the first phase of the CIS Economic Development Strategy for the period up to 2030, which covers the years 2021&ndash;2025.

The next meeting of the CIS Economic Council is scheduled to take place on September 5, 2025, in Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan.

Source: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.tm/en/articles/1593">Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan</a>

Turkmenistan Participated in the Meeting of the CIS Economic Council

At the regular meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers held on July 18 via digital system, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov gave his blessing for the commissioning of a new oil loading berth at the Turkmenbashi Complex of Oil Refineries. The facility was put into operation as part of the country&rsquo;s oil and gas sector modernization program.

Chairman of the State Concern &ldquo;T&uuml;rkmennebit&rdquo; G. Agajanov participated in the opening ceremony via digital video link.

The new facility is fully ready for operation.

The newly commissioned berth has an annual loading capacity of 2,060,000 tons and an unloading capacity of 1,150,000 tons of oil and petroleum products.

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized that the launch of the new berth would contribute to increasing the export volumes of hydrocarbon resources and ensuring their reliable delivery. Following the symbolic ribbon-cutting ceremony by honored elders, the loading of petroleum products onto a tanker from the new berth commenced.

Vice Premier B. Amanov, on behalf of oil and gas industry workers, expressed gratitude to the Head of State and the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Hero-Arkadag, for creating favorable conditions for productive labor.

Source: <a href="https://tdh.gov.tm/tk/post/45546/turkmenistanyn-ministrler-kabinetinin-mejlisi-173">State News Agency of Turkmenistan</a>

Turkmenistan Launches Third Oil Loading Berth in Turkmenbashi

On July 18, during a Cabinet of Ministers meeting, Turkmenistan approved the National Program for the Prevention of Alcohol Harm for 2025&ndash;2028, along with an Action Plan for its implementation.

To ensure the spiritual and physical well-being of the population, further improve public health, raise living standards, and increase life expectancy in the Era of Revival of a New Epoch of a Powerful State, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a corresponding Resolution.

Ministries, sectoral departments, and the administrations of the provinces, as well as the cities of Ashgabat and Arkadag, were instructed to ensure the implementation of the Plan.

Source: <a href="https://tdh.gov.tm/ru/post/45549/prezident-turkmenistana-podpisal-postanovlenie-24">State News Agency of Turkmenistan</a>

Turkmenistan Approves National Program for Alcohol Harm Prevention

At the Cabinet of Ministers meeting held via digital system on July 18, Vice Premier Nokerguly Atagulyyev reported to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov on the ongoing preparations for the Turkmen-Japanese Business Forum.

As reported by Nokerguly Atagulyyev, necessary measures are currently being taken to ensure the high-quality organization of the forum. Japanese companies specializing in investment, services, education, the oil and gas and industrial sectors, medical equipment production, construction, and logistics have expressed strong interest in participating.

On the Turkmen side, the forum will include representatives of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, members of the Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs, as well as ministries and sectoral departments. A relevant proposal for organizing the forum was submitted for the President&#39;s consideration.

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted that Turkmenistan regularly participates in major international events. He emphasized the successful performance of the country&#39;s national pavilion at the ongoing World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, and instructed the Vice Premier to prepare properly for the Turkmen-Japanese Business Forum and ensure it is held at the highest level.

Source: <a href="https://tdh.gov.tm/ru/post/45545/zasedanie-kabineta-ministrov-turkmenistana-163">State News Agency of Turkmenistan</a>

Turkmenistan to Host Turkmen-Japanese Business Forum

On July 18, 2025, a briefing on preparations for the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC 3) was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan.

The briefing was attended by heads and representatives of diplomatic missions accredited in Turkmenistan, as well as employees of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan.

During the briefing, it was noted that this large-scale event is intended to become an effective platform for promoting international cooperation for sustainable development.

Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov noted the importance of the event, which takes place once every 10 years. It was noted that large-scale preparations are underway for the event, which will be attended by heads of state and governments of various countries, leaders and representatives of a number of international and regional structures, legislative bodies, financial institutions, public associations and the private sector.

In his speech, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Serdar Muhammetdurdyev emphasized the importance of the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries, scheduled to be held in the Avaza National Tourist Zone from August 5 to 8, 2025.

At the briefing, organizational and protocol issues were discussed, and proposals were made to strengthen the coordination of preparatory work.

Source: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.tm/en/news/5416">Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan</a>

Briefing on preparations for the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Countries was held at the MFA of Turkmenistan

On July 18, 2025, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers via a digital system.

Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers H. Geldimyradov reported on concrete steps being taken to strengthen cooperation with reputable international organizations. In this context, the Vice Premier submitted to the Head of State a proposal for Turkmenistan to join several documents of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), in particular, the Convention on Mutual Administrative Assistance in Tax Matters and the Multilateral Competent Authority Agreement on the Automatic Exchange of Financial Account Information. The President approved the proposal and instructed the Vice Premier to carry out the necessary work for Turkmenistan&rsquo;s accession to the OECD documents.

During the meeting, the third oil loading berth of the Kenar Oil Products Storage and Loading Enterprise of the Turkmenbashi Complex of Oil Refineries was officially opened. The facility has an annual loading capacity of 2,060,000 tons and an unloading capacity of 1,150,000 tons of oil and petroleum products. The President gave his blessing for the launch of the modern facility via digital video communication.

Chairperson of the Mejlis D. Gulmanova reported on the work to improve the country&rsquo;s legislative framework and the preparations for the Parliamentary Forum scheduled for August. Representatives of the Mejlis, together with the UNICEF office, conducted seminars on children&#39;s rights.

Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Foreign Affairs R. Meredov reported on efforts to strengthen cooperation with international organizations on security issues. In particular, it was proposed to consider Turkmenistan&rsquo;s accession to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons adopted in 2017, and to organize a regional seminar in 2026 in cooperation with the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO).

Vice Premier B. Orazdurdyeva reported on upcoming events dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the adoption of the State Health Program &quot;Saglyk&quot;. Conferences, ceremonies for presenting gifts to distinguished healthcare workers, and exhibitions will be held in Ashgabat, Arkadag, and provincial centers.

The meeting concluded with discussions on the development of agriculture, preparations for the Turkmen-Japanese business forum, and the modernization of the country&rsquo;s international airports.

Source: <a href="https://tdh.gov.tm/tk/post/45546/turkmenistanyn-ministrler-kabinetinin-mejlisi-173">State News Agency of Turkmenistan</a>

President of Turkmenistan Held a Cabinet of Ministers Meeting

Atadurdy Bayramov has become the first Ambassador of Turkmenistan to receive accreditation in New Zealand. The credential presentation ceremony was held under the chairmanship of the Governor-General of New Zealand, Cindy Kiro. This was reported by the International Information Center of Turkmenistan with reference to the press service of the Governor-General of New Zealand.

Ambassadors from T&uuml;rkiye, Poland, the Solomon Islands, and the Federated States of Micronesia also took part in the solemn ceremony, presenting their credentials to the New Zealand leadership.

The appointment of Turkmenistan&rsquo;s first ambassador to New Zealand marks an important milestone in the development of bilateral relations between the two countries. This step is part of Turkmenistan&rsquo;s strategy to expand its diplomatic network and create new opportunities for international cooperation.

Ambassador Bayramov expressed his intention to actively promote the strengthening of political, economic, and cultural ties between the two nations. The accreditation of the diplomatic mission will allow Turkmenistan to participate more actively in international affairs in the Oceania region and enhance its cooperation with the New Zealand government.

Source: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.tm/en/news/5416">Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan</a>

Turkmenistan Accredits Its First Ambassador to New Zealand

The 30th anniversary edition of Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan &ndash; OGT 2025, the country&rsquo;s flagship energy event, is gaining strong momentum ahead of its launch this October in Ashgabat. With over 100 early registrants, this year&rsquo;s conference promises to be one of the most globally engaged and innovation-driven in the event&rsquo;s history. 
Under the theme &ldquo;Energy. Innovation. Growth,&rdquo; OGT 2025 will welcome thought leaders, investors, and policymakers from more than 60 countries, showcasing Turkmenistan&rsquo;s dual strategy of expanding gas exports while scaling up renewable projects. 
Global Experts Join Strategic Dialogues 
Confirmed knowledge partner S&amp;P Global Platts will host exclusive roundtables on energy outlooks, petrochemical trends, and digital trading tools. Meanwhile, Gaffney Cline and SPE will lead technical discussions on carbon capture and gas storage &mdash; areas vital to energy system flexibility. 
Featured speakers include: 
&bull; Dr. Daniel Yergin (S&amp;P Global) &ndash; discussing energy geopolitics and regional security 
&bull; ADB&rsquo;s Artur Andresiak &ndash; outlining financing for green energy projects 
&bull; Oxford&rsquo;s Julian Bowden &ndash; offering insights from Uzbekistan&rsquo;s renewable rollout 
Balanced Energy Growth on Display 
Beyond major pipeline and gas field developments, OGT 2025 will highlight renewable initiatives, such as Turkmenistan&rsquo;s hybrid solar-wind plant, and explore pathways for reducing methane and CO₂ emissions. 
Auguste International, a global supplier of energy equipment, has joined as Gold Sponsor, adding operational and technical depth to the conference program. 
Don&#39;t miss your chance to be part of this landmark event. For detailed information and registration, visit: <a href="http://www.ogt-turkmenistan.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.ogt-turkmenistan.com</a>

OGT 2025: Turkmenistan's Premier Energy Forum Draws Global Attention with Over 100 Delegates Registered

The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, as part of the cultural program of his official visit to Azerbaijan, visited the cities of Fuzuli and Shusha, where he familiarized himself with the restoration and development projects of these historic settlements.

At the Fuzuli International Airport, the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan was welcomed by the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev. During the visit, the National Leader of the Turkmen people was presented with projects for the international airports of Fuzuli, Lachin, and Zangilan.

During the trip to Shusha, the Special Representative of the President of Azerbaijan for the Aghdam, Fuzuli, and Khojavend districts introduced the Hero-Arkadag of Turkmenistan to the construction projects underway in Fuzuli. Honored Architect of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov gave valuable recommendations on urban development, the importance of which was emphasized by President Ilham Aliyev.

In the cultural capital of Azerbaijan, the city of Shusha, located 1,368 meters above sea level, the distinguished guests visited a new residential complex under construction and a mosque whose foundation was laid in 2021. The mosque project is being carried out by an Italian company and Azerbaijani architects.

Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and Ilham Aliyev also visited a photo exhibition dedicated to Heydar Aliyev at the Creativity Center, which is included in the list of national architectural monuments. The tour also included a visit to the Shusha Fortress, built in 1752, which is recognized as a monument of national architectural significance.

At the house-museum of the renowned Azerbaijani opera singer Bulbul, the guests were guided through the exhibits by the artist&rsquo;s son, People&#39;s Artist of Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan Polad Bulbul oglu, who was awarded the honorary title &ldquo;People&rsquo;s Artist of Turkmenistan&rdquo; for his contribution to strengthening friendly relations between the two nations.

The cultural program also included visits to the Govhar Agha Mosque, the Mehmandarov House-Museum, and the Jydyr Plain. At the Jydyr Plain, there were performances by equestrian stunt riders, and in a sign of deep respect, a Karabakh horse named &ldquo;Dostluk&rdquo; (Friendship) was presented to the National Leader of the Turkmen people. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov accepted the horse as a symbol of the enduring Turkmen-Azerbaijani friendship.

Upon completion of the cultural program, the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan departed for home from the Fuzuli International Airport, where he was welcomed by government officials at Ashgabat Airport.

Source: <a href="https://tdh.gov.tm/tk/post/45542/gahryman-arkadagymyzyn-azerbayjan-respublikasyna-sapary-tamamlandy">State News Agency of Turkmenistan</a>

Hero-Arkadag of Turkmenistan Concludes Visit to Azerbaijan

Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Belarus Nazarguly Shagulyyev met with Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Belarus Pavel Utyupin to discuss current issues of bilateral cooperation and prospects for the development of Turkmen-Belarusian relations.

The meeting took place on July 17, 2025, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus. During the negotiations, the diplomats reviewed current bilateral cooperation matters between the two countries.

Special attention was paid to the coordination of upcoming visits and events planned within international formats.

Source: <a href="https://turkmenistaninfo.gov.tm/news/13212">International Information Center of Turkmenistan</a>

Turkmenistan and Belarus Discuss Coordination of International Events

On July 17, 2025, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Myakhri Byashimova held a meeting with the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Turkmenistan Ravshanbek Alimov to discuss current issues of bilateral cooperation.

During the talks, the parties reviewed the current state and prospects for cooperation in the political-diplomatic, trade-economic, and cultural-humanitarian spheres. The participants noted the fruitful nature of interaction between the two countries within international organizations, particularly the United Nations.

Special attention was given to the participation of the Uzbek delegation in the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC 3).

Source: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.tm/en/news/5411">Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan</a>

Meeting with the Ambassador of Uzbekistan held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan

On July 16, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, was warmly welcomed by an official representative of Azerbaijan at the Heydar Aliyev International Airport. The parties highly praised the level of relations between the two friendly nations.

At the &ldquo;Zagulba&rdquo; Palace, the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, cordially received the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov.

Following the official photo ceremony against the backdrop of the State Flags of both countries, bilateral talks were held between the National Leader of the Turkmen people and the head of Azerbaijan.

Warmly welcoming the Hero-Arkadag of Turkmenistan once again, President Ilham Aliyev expressed his gratitude for accepting the invitation to visit Azerbaijan. He noted the successful development of mutually beneficial cooperation between the two republics in the political-diplomatic, trade-economic, energy, and cultural-humanitarian spheres. The President also conveyed his best wishes to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov.

Expressing sincere appreciation for the invitation and the hospitality extended to the Turkmen delegation, the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty also conveyed warm greetings from the President of Turkmenistan to Ilham Aliyev.

Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov noted that his visit to Azerbaijan was aimed at further strengthening and expanding bilateral relations, consolidating achievements, and giving impetus to the implementation of new joint projects. The National Leader emphasized that the current level of interstate dialogue reflects the spirit of brotherhood, good neighborliness, and cooperation.

Speaking on political and diplomatic relations, the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty pointed out the similarity and alignment of the two sides&#39; views on pressing global and regional issues.

The National Leader of the Turkmen people expressed gratitude to Azerbaijan for being the first to support the proposal of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov to declare 2025 as the &ldquo;International Year of Peace and Trust&rdquo; at the 78th session of the UN General Assembly.

Highlighting cooperation in the field of transport, the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty stressed the importance of the two countries&rsquo; transport and infrastructure projects for regional development.

In the context of trade and economic cooperation, the National Leader noted the annual increase in mutual trade turnover, which testifies to the successful development of the partnership in this field.

The Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty emphasized that both nations have preserved and developed the ancient art of carpet weaving for centuries. It was also noted that the Turkmen and Azerbaijani peoples deeply value their horses and continue the unique traditions of breeding and selection.

Highlighting the upcoming meeting between Oguljahan Atabayeva, Vice President for Medical Affairs of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship, and Leyla Aliyeva, Vice President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, the National Leader expressed confidence that this event would promote the strengthening of bilateral cooperation in the humanitarian field.

The Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty also spoke about the usefulness of exchanging experience in the field of sports.

In conclusion, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov expressed confidence that this visit would become an important step in further strengthening Turkmen-Azerbaijani ties, developing coordinated approaches within the framework of long-term cooperation, and invited President Ilham Aliyev to visit Turkmenistan at any convenient time.

Upon completion of the talks, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, Vice President for Medical Affairs of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation Oguljahan Atabayeva, and Vice President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation Leyla Aliyeva posed for a commemorative photograph against the backdrop of the State Flags of the two countries.

Source: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.tm/en/news/5408">Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan</a>

Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan met with the President of Azerbaijan

As part of his visit to Baku, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov held a meeting with the Chairperson of the National Parliament of Azerbaijan, Sahiba Gafarova.

Following introductions with the members of the Milli Majlis of Azerbaijan, the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan introduced the members of the Turkmen delegation.

Sahiba Gafarova informed the National Leader of the Turkmen people and the Turkmen delegation about the work of the Azerbaijani Parliament and showed them exhibits at the Milli Majlis Museum.

The National Leader of the Turkmen people left a commemorative entry in the Book of Honorary Guests.

During the official meeting between the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan and the Chairperson of the National Parliament of Azerbaijan, attended by delegations from both countries, Sahiba Gafarova expressed confidence that the meeting would strengthen interstate dialogue, including at the legislative level.

Recalling with warmth her 2022 visit to Turkmenistan, Sahiba Gafarova took the opportunity to once again express gratitude for being awarded the Order of Turkmenistan &quot;For Contribution to the Development of Cooperation&quot;.

She noted Turkmenistan&rsquo;s high international standing, attributed to its peace-loving foreign policy as a neutral state, and emphasized Azerbaijan&rsquo;s high regard for relations with brotherly Turkmenistan.

The National Leader of the Turkmen people sincerely thanked the Azerbaijani side for their warm hospitality on behalf of the Turkmen delegation and fondly recalled his meeting with Sahiba Gafarova during her official visit to Turkmenistan in December 2022.

The Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty expressed confidence that the current meeting would serve as an important impetus for deepening fraternal Turkmen-Azerbaijani ties, including through parliamentary diplomacy, in line with the Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation between the parliaments of the two countries.

Highlighting the role of friendship groups established in the parliaments of both countries in enhancing interparliamentary dialogue, the National Leader of the Turkmen people stressed the need to intensify the practice of regular meetings.

He expressed confidence that the parliamentarians of Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan could make a meaningful contribution to achieving these goals and jointly address issues on the global agenda.

In this regard, he proposed that Azerbaijani parliamentarians, together with their Turkmen colleagues, develop a cooperation algorithm in areas such as interparliamentary dialogue, gender equality, and women&rsquo;s and youth diplomacy.

Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov also emphasized the broad prospects for strengthening bilateral cultural, scientific, and educational cooperation, proposing to consider organizing youth scientific and educational forums under the auspices of the two parliaments.

The Speaker of the friendly country&rsquo;s Parliament underscored the importance of the proposals made by the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan and confirmed Azerbaijan&rsquo;s continued commitment to expanding cooperation through legislative institutions.

At the end of the meeting, an official photo ceremony was held with the National Leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, Chairperson of the Milli Majlis Sahiba Gafarova, and members of both delegations.

The Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty then visited the Alley of Honor, where the National Leader of the Azerbaijani people, Heydar Aliyev, is buried.

Paying tribute to the prominent statesman and politician of Azerbaijan, the National Leader of the Turkmen people laid a wreath at his grave.

The Hero-Arkadag of Turkmenistan also laid flowers at the grave of Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev&rsquo;s mother.

Later, the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan visited the Victory Park, where he paid tribute to Azerbaijan&rsquo;s national heroes who gave their lives for their homeland and laid a wreath at the monument.

Source: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.tm/en/news/5409">Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan</a>

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