The President of Turkmenistan congratulated the Governor-General of New Zealand

Our esteemed President Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Governor-General of New Zealand, Ms. Cindy Kiro, and all the people of the country on the occasion of New Zealand’s national holiday - Waitangi Day.

Taking advantage of the opportunity, the Head of State sincerely wished Governor-General Cindy Kiro good health, happiness, and well-being, and to the people of New Zealand peace, progress, and prosperity.

Delegation of Turkmenistan participated in the Second B5+1 Business Forum in Bishkek

On 4–5 February 2026, the delegation of Turkmenistan headed by the Minister of Finance and Economy of Turkmenistan M. Astanagulov took part in the Second B5+1 Business Forum held in the city of Bishkek.

The forum brought together representatives of government agencies and business communities of the Central Asian countries and the United States of America with the aim of expanding trade-economic, investment and technological cooperation.

During the events, the Turkmen side emphasized Turkm...

The President of Turkmenistan sent condolences to the leadership of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent his condolences to the President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari, and the Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Mian Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif, in connection with the explosion at a mosque in Islamabad, which resulted in numerous casualties and injuries.

“Strongly condemning any manifestations of terrorism and extremism, Turkmenistan fully supports the efforts of the international community to counter and eradicate this ev...

A ceremony to present state awards on the oссasion of the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's Neutrality held at the MFA of Turkmenistan

On February 10, 2026, a solemn ceremony was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan to award representatives of international organizations with the jubilee medals «Türkmenistanyň Bitaraplygynyň 30 ýyllygyna» (“To the 30th Anniversary of Turkmenistan's Neutrality”).

Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov read out the Decree of the President of Turkmenistan on awarding foreign citizens the the jubilee medal «Türkm...

President of Turkmenistan received the Minister of Trade of the Republic of Türkiye

On 10 February 2026, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the Minister of Trade of the Republic of Türkiye Omer Bolat, who arrived in Turkmenistan on a visit.

Expressing gratitude for the time allocated for the meeting, the Minister noted the high level of dynamically developing cooperation between the two countries in various areas. Taking the opportunity, he conveyed warm greetings and best wishes to the Head of the Turkmen state, as well as to the Chairman of the Halk M...

Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Japan met with the President of the Turkmen-Japanese Scientific and Technological Association

On February 9, 2026, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Japan, A. Bayramov, met with the President of the Turkmen-Japanese Scientific and Technological Association, H. Koinuma, and representatives of Japanese companies working with the Association.

At the meeting the parties discussed further strengthening the scientific and technological cooperation previously established between Turkmenistan and Japan, as well as introducing potential new Japanese companies to the Turkmen market.

During the m...

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan noted the dynamic development of relations with Japan

Turkmen-Japanese cooperation has demonstrated dynamic progress in the political, trade, economic, and cultural spheres in recent years. This was stated by Mr. Rashid Meredov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, at a reception to mark Emperor Naruhito’s birthday.

“Speaking about Turkmen-Japanese cooperation, I would like to emphasize the dynamic progress in the political, trade-economic and cultural spheres in recent years,”...

The Ambassador of Japan in Turkmenistan noted that there are very high-level relations between Tokyo and Ashgabat

During 2025 year between the Esteemed President of Turkmenistan H.E. Serdar Berdimuhamedov and the Emperor of Japan Naruhito held two meetings are the symbol of very high-level relations between these countries. About this the Ambassador of Japan in Turkmenistan at the ceremonial reception held on the occasion of the Emperor’s birthday in his speech said.

According to the diplomat’s noting, in 2025 during the two visits carried out to Japan by the Esteemed President of Turkmenistan, the head...

Toyota compared to its homeland Japan is considered more popular in Turkmenistan

In Turkmenistan 60-70 percent of the automobile market is occupied by “Toyota” automobiles. This indicator compared to their own homeland Japan is higher (in Japan less than 50 percent). About this at the ceremonial reception held by the Embassy of Japan in Turkmenistan on the occasion of the Emperor’s birthday, was noted.

According to the Embassy’s presentation information, in 2024 year 50 percent of Japanese goods exported to Turkmenistan fell to the share of automobiles.

“Toyota” automo...

Turkmen delegation participates in the meeting of Foreign Ministers of Germany and Central Asian countries in Berlin

On 11 February 2026, a meeting between the German Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs and the leadership of foreign ministries of Central Asian countries took place in Berlin.

The Turkmen side was represented at the meeting by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Ahmet Gurbanov.

The main themes of the talks were the development of cooperation in the energy sector, regional partnership matters and others.

Speaking at the plenary session of the Central Asia-Germany format,...