On May 27, 2026, in Washington, D.C., a meeting was held between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and the Deputy Secretary of State of the United States of America Christopher Landau. During the meeting, the sides discussed the current state and prospects for further development of Turkmen-American relations in political-diplomatic, trade-economic, cultural-humanitarian, educational and other areas of mutual interest. The parties noted with satisfaction the su...

Turkmen Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov on Tuesday participated in a high-level open debate of the United Nations Security Council, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The meeting, held under the chairmanship of China, focused on “Upholding the purposes and principles of the UN Charter and strengthening the UN-centered international system.” Meredov said Turkmenistan continues to pursue a foreign policy aimed at promoting peace, trust and preventive diplomacy....

Turkmen Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov on Tuesday met in New York with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The two sides discussed the main directions of strategic partnership between Turkmenistan and the United Nations, as well as issues on the international agenda. Meredov conveyed greetings to Guterres from President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. Special...

Turkmenistan is celebrating Eid al-Adha, one of the main national holidays of the Turkmen people, with festivities taking place in the capital, Ashgabat, and across all regions of the country. According to Turkmenistan’s official media, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov congratulated the Turkmen people on the occasion of Eid al-Adha, describing the holiday as a symbol of humanism, friendship and peace that reflects the spiritual and moral values of the nation, as well as unity,...

On 26 May 2026, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Ukraine hosted a ceremonial cultural event entitled “The Art of Carpet-Weaving and Embroidery is a Symbol of the Diligence and Mastery of Turkmen Women”, dedicated to Turkmen Carpet Day — one of the significant professional holidays of Turkmenistan, embodying the richness of spiritual heritage, continuity of generations, and the unique craftsmanship of Turkmen artisans. The event, organized within the framework of the year proclaimed in Turkmenista...

On May 25, Ashgabat's capital and across the country are hosting festive events to mark Ashgabat City Day. Concerts, exhibitions, and creative events are being organized alongside the "Last Bell" ceremonies for high school graduates. Ashgabat City Day has been celebrated since 2013. The occasion for the holiday's establishment was the capital's inclusion in the Guinness Book of World Records as the city with the largest number of buildings clad in white marble. Ashgabat is also included in th...

The XXV multidisciplinary international exhibition and conference White City Ashgabat 2026 (WCA 2026) opened Sunday at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan. The event brings together executives and representatives of Turkmen and foreign companies and enterprises, ministries and sectoral agencies, as well as representatives of foreign states and international organizations in Turkmenistan. President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov congratulated participants on the open...