On 18 February 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan hosted the first consultative meeting on the implementation of the 2026 Action Plan for the preparation and holding of the Year of International Law in 2028. During the meeting, general information was presented on the developed Action Plan, which had been submitted at a regular meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan. The document provides for a comprehensive set of organizational-methodological, scientific and...

On 17 February 2026, the 88th session of the Inland Transport Committee (ITC) of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) commenced its work in Geneva. The Committee is one of the key international platforms for the development of transport and transport policy. The current 88th session of the ITC brings together heads of transport authorities of Member States, leaders of international organizations, representatives of relevant institutions, the transport business community,...

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan has launched an official mobile app for smartphones, available for free download on Google Play and the App Store. The app provides users with access to daily news and up-to-date information about the activities of the ministry, its diplomatic missions abroad, consular offices, and permanent missions to international organizations. In addition to providing information, the app allows citizens to register online for consular services.

The European Union and Turkmenistan have outlined priorities for cooperation in 2026, officials said Tuesday at a press briefing in Ashgabat. The agenda includes climate change adaptation and environmental protection, energy efficiency, cybersecurity, transport infrastructure, investment promotion and support for the private sector, participants said. The sides reaffirmed readiness to expand cooperation across political, economic, cultural and humanitarian areas. EU representatives unde...

Today, Muslims around the world are entering the Holy Month of Oraza – a period of reflection, mercy, and strengthening of moral values. In Turkmenistan, Oraza traditionally holds an important place in the country's social and spiritual life. During the fast, believers offer prayers with particular fervor, show concern for their neighbors, provide assistance to those in need, and strengthen family and community ties. The evening fast-breaking meal, iftar, brings family and friends together ar...

Today, February 18, is the Day of Diplomatic Workers of Turkmenistan. This professional holiday symbolizes recognition of the responsible mission of Turkmen diplomacy, which for many years has consistently and responsibly defended the state's national interests, strengthened its international authority, and contributed to the formation of a sustainable architecture of cooperation based on the principles of peace, trust, and mutual respect. Under the leadership of President of Turkmenistan...

Turkmenistan has maintained high rates of economic growth. Gross domestic product growth was 6.3 percent, including 1.8 percent in industry, 9.6 percent in trade, and 7 percent in agriculture. Investment volume increased by 6 percent, noted Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov at an expanded meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers on Friday. The president said that in 2025, a total of 116 industrial and social facilities were commissioned using all sources of financing, along with residential...