Turkmenistan

Country Turkmenistan
Capital Ashgabat
Continent Asia
Currency Turkmen new manat(TMT)
Languages Turkmen, Russian & Uzbek

Ashkhabad

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Introduction

Eastern Turkmenistan for centuries formed part of the Persian province of Khurasan; in medieval times Merv (today known as Mary) was one of the great cities of the Islamic world and an important stop on the Silk Road. Annexed by Russia between 1865 and 1885, Turkmenistan became a Soviet republic in 1924. It achieved independence upon the dissolution of the USSR in 1991. Extensive hydrocarbon/natural gas reserves could prove a boon to this underdeveloped country if extraction and delivery projects were to be expanded. The Turkmenistan Government is actively seeking to diversify its gas export routes beyond the existing Russian pipeline network. President for Life Saparmurat NYYAZOW died in December 2006, and Turkmenistan held its first multi-candidate presidential electoral process in February 2007. Gurbanguly BERDIMUHAMEDOW, a vice premier under NYYAZOW, emerged as the country's new president.

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Turkmenistan - Wikipedia
Turkmenistan - CIA World Fact Book
Turkmenistan - BBC
Turkmenistan - Timeline - BBC

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Workshops aim to help revitalize aquaculture in Turkmenistan - Food and Agriculture OrganizationWorkshops aim to help revitalize aquaculture in Turkmenistan  Food and Agriculture Organization

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries wins service deal for Turkmenistan fertiliser plant - Manufacturing Today IndiaMitsubishi Heavy Industries wins service deal for Turkmenistan fertiliser plant  Manufacturing Today India

Turkmenistan strengthens its influenza vaccination programme - World Health Organization (WHO)Turkmenistan strengthens its influenza vaccination programme  World Health Organization (WHO)

“Family regimes’ friendship”: on the visit of Turkmenistan’s ex-president to Azerbaijan - JAM-news.net“Family regimes’ friendship”: on the visit of Turkmenistan’s ex-president to Azerbaijan  JAM-news.net

MHI-AP Awarded Long-term Service Contract for the Garabogazkarbamid Fertilizer Plant in Turkmenistan - Electronics MediaMHI-AP Awarded Long-term Service Contract for the Garabogazkarbamid Fertilizer Plant in Turkmenistan  Electronics Media

UNICEF Conducts Workshops on Stigma-Free Language about Mental Health for Health Professionals Across Turkmenistan - UnicefUNICEF Conducts Workshops on Stigma-Free Language about Mental Health for Health Professionals Across Turkmenistan  Unicef

Turkmenistan Tightens Internet Blocks to Promote State-Controlled VPNs - The Times Of Central AsiaTurkmenistan Tightens Internet Blocks to Promote State-Controlled VPNs  The Times Of Central Asia

Turkmenistan hosted a National Anti-doping Seminar for their coaches and boxers - asbcnewsTurkmenistan hosted a National Anti-doping Seminar for their coaches and boxers  asbcnews

Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan Strengthen Ties via UN Cooperation - uz.kursiv.mediaUzbekistan and Turkmenistan Strengthen Ties via UN Cooperation  uz.kursiv.media

Could a Woman End Turkmenistan’s International Isolation? - Carnegie Endowment for International PeaceCould a Woman End Turkmenistan’s International Isolation?  Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

Strategic alignment in the Caspian: Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan deepen partnership - Latest news from AzerbaijanStrategic alignment in the Caspian: Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan deepen partnership  Latest news from Azerbaijan

OSCE workshop in Turkmenistan supports development of national competency framework and training strategy on cybercrime and electronic evidence - Organization for Security and Co-operation in EuropeOSCE workshop in Turkmenistan supports development of national competency framework and training strategy on cybercrime and electronic evidence  Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe

Turkmenistan Says 'Gateway To Hell' Fire, Raging For Over 50 Years, Tamed - NDTVTurkmenistan Says 'Gateway To Hell' Fire, Raging For Over 50 Years, Tamed  NDTV

Turkmenistan: Imprisoned Activist Faces New Dubious Charges - Human Rights WatchTurkmenistan: Imprisoned Activist Faces New Dubious Charges  Human Rights Watch

Historical ties between Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan form the basis of today’s relations - AnewZHistorical ties between Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan form the basis of today’s relations  AnewZ

Turkmenistan embraces cashless future with widening bank card adoption - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan embraces cashless future with widening bank card adoption  Trend News Agency

Turkmenistan opens border for US citizens fleeing Iran amid Israel strikes - FirstpostTurkmenistan opens border for US citizens fleeing Iran amid Israel strikes  Firstpost

United States and Russia angling for influence in Turkmenistan - EurasianetUnited States and Russia angling for influence in Turkmenistan  Eurasianet

Turkmenistan’s Gas Swap Deals Could Be Collateral Damage from Israeli-Iran Conflict - The Times Of Central AsiaTurkmenistan’s Gas Swap Deals Could Be Collateral Damage from Israeli-Iran Conflict  The Times Of Central Asia

Travel Ban Overturned: Turkmen Woman and Her Daughter Rejoin Family in Turkey - The Times Of Central AsiaTravel Ban Overturned: Turkmen Woman and Her Daughter Rejoin Family in Turkey  The Times Of Central Asia

Bangladesh women's football team face Turkmenistan this evening - The Business StandardBangladesh women's football team face Turkmenistan this evening  The Business Standard

"Incomprehensible": Turkmenistan Expresses Concern Over Trump's Travel Ban - NDTV"Incomprehensible": Turkmenistan Expresses Concern Over Trump's Travel Ban  NDTV

Experts warn that worsening water shortage could have devastating consequences across vast region — here's what's happening - The Cool DownExperts warn that worsening water shortage could have devastating consequences across vast region — here's what's happening  The Cool Down

Digital 2025: Turkmenistan - DataReportal – Global Digital InsightsDigital 2025: Turkmenistan  DataReportal – Global Digital Insights

Turkmenistan’s deepening water crisis could have far-reaching regional consequences - Atlantic CouncilTurkmenistan’s deepening water crisis could have far-reaching regional consequences  Atlantic Council

Magtymguly's poetry is a major link binding India and Turkmenistan - Awaz The VoiceMagtymguly's poetry is a major link binding India and Turkmenistan  Awaz The Voice

Xi Jinping Meets with Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov - ??????Xi Jinping Meets with Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov  ??????

Turkmenistan rolls out test version of digital trading platform - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan rolls out test version of digital trading platform  Trend News Agency

Turkmenistan branch of Tatneft invites bids for telemetry and technical support services - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan branch of Tatneft invites bids for telemetry and technical support services  Trend News Agency

Turkmenistan to introduce simplified procedures for obtaining visas - EurasianetTurkmenistan to introduce simplified procedures for obtaining visas  Eurasianet

Turkmenistan sees surge in bank card use with Dayhanbank at forefront - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan sees surge in bank card use with Dayhanbank at forefront  Trend News Agency

Turkmenistan accelerates cashless payments through regional POS terminal growth - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan accelerates cashless payments through regional POS terminal growth  Trend News Agency

Israel Strikes Mashhad, an Iranian City Near Turkmenistan and a Hub for Central Asia Trade - The Times Of Central AsiaIsrael Strikes Mashhad, an Iranian City Near Turkmenistan and a Hub for Central Asia Trade  The Times Of Central Asia

Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov’s Azerbaijan visit in focus of Turkmenistan media - Latest news from AzerbaijanGurbanguly Berdimuhamedov’s Azerbaijan visit in focus of Turkmenistan media  Latest news from Azerbaijan

UK Export Finance makes historic first visit to Turkmenistan - GOV.UKUK Export Finance makes historic first visit to Turkmenistan  GOV.UK

Chairman of Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan arrives in Azerbaijan [PHOTOS] - AzerNewsChairman of Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan arrives in Azerbaijan [PHOTOS]  AzerNews

Turkmenistan advances resilience in cotton production and pest management in cereal crops - Food and Agriculture OrganizationTurkmenistan advances resilience in cotton production and pest management in cereal crops  Food and Agriculture Organization

Turkmenistan Discusses Regional Issues, Bilateral Ties with US - Caspian NewsTurkmenistan Discusses Regional Issues, Bilateral Ties with US  Caspian News

WHO and Turkmenistan develop a new National Strategic Plan on tuberculosis control - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO and Turkmenistan develop a new National Strategic Plan on tuberculosis control  World Health Organization (WHO)

Azerbaijan discloses trade turnover with Turkmenistan - AzerNewsAzerbaijan discloses trade turnover with Turkmenistan  AzerNews

President Ilham Aliyev and Chairman of Turkmenistan’s Halk Maslahaty view bullet-riddled monuments of Natavan, Bulbul, and Uzeyir Hajibeyli in Shusha [PHOTOS] - AzerNewsPresident Ilham Aliyev and Chairman of Turkmenistan’s Halk Maslahaty view bullet-riddled monuments of Natavan, Bulbul, and Uzeyir Hajibeyli in Shusha [PHOTOS]  AzerNews

WHO and United Nations Volunteers champion Youth4Health network in Turkmenistan through intensive spoken English course - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO and United Nations Volunteers champion Youth4Health network in Turkmenistan through intensive spoken English course  World Health Organization (WHO)

WHO Technical Advisory Mission to Strengthen Influenza Vaccination Programme in Turkmenistan - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO Technical Advisory Mission to Strengthen Influenza Vaccination Programme in Turkmenistan  World Health Organization (WHO)

Turkmenistan invites Romanian firms to boost participation in national tenders - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan invites Romanian firms to boost participation in national tenders  Trend News Agency

Chairman of Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan visits tomb of National Leader Heydar Aliyev in Alley of Honors [PHOTOS] - AzerNewsChairman of Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan visits tomb of National Leader Heydar Aliyev in Alley of Honors [PHOTOS]  AzerNews

Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan deepen cooperation through UN platforms - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan and Uzbekistan deepen cooperation through UN platforms  Trend News Agency

Xi Jinping says China willing to work with Turkmenistan to fully unlock potential for cooperation based on win-win collaboration - mps.gov.cnXi Jinping says China willing to work with Turkmenistan to fully unlock potential for cooperation based on win-win collaboration  mps.gov.cn

Memoir: Recollecting the benefits of shoe leather diplomacy in Turkmenistan - EurasianetMemoir: Recollecting the benefits of shoe leather diplomacy in Turkmenistan  Eurasianet

WHO strengthens laboratory surveillance of antimicrobial resistance in Turkmenistan - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO strengthens laboratory surveillance of antimicrobial resistance in Turkmenistan  World Health Organization (WHO)

India to play Myanmar, Indonesia, Turkmenistan in AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers - AIFFIndia to play Myanmar, Indonesia, Turkmenistan in AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers  AIFF

Germany’s Rhenus Group aims to expand freight operations in Turkmenistan - Trend News AgencyGermany’s Rhenus Group aims to expand freight operations in Turkmenistan  Trend News Agency

Turkmenistan considers creation of electronic visa system - VisasNewsTurkmenistan considers creation of electronic visa system  VisasNews

Pakistan's envoy to Turkmenistan deported from Los Angeles: Report - Deccan HeraldPakistan's envoy to Turkmenistan deported from Los Angeles: Report  Deccan Herald

How Turkmenistan’s Government Neglects Its People (And Why the World Should Care) - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineHow Turkmenistan’s Government Neglects Its People (And Why the World Should Care)  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Turkmenistan Country Day advances collaboration for EPW2 - World Health Organization (WHO)Turkmenistan Country Day advances collaboration for EPW2  World Health Organization (WHO)

Women’s Football: India to face Myanmar, Indonesia, Turkmenistan in AFC U20 Asian Cup qualifiers - DD NewsWomen’s Football: India to face Myanmar, Indonesia, Turkmenistan in AFC U20 Asian Cup qualifiers  DD News

Turkmenistan is trying to come out of its shell - EurasianetTurkmenistan is trying to come out of its shell  Eurasianet

President Aliyev: Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan enjoy successful cooperation across numerous areas - Latest news from AzerbaijanPresident Aliyev: Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan enjoy successful cooperation across numerous areas  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Ministry of Health and UNICEF completed the National Micronutrient Survey among Women and Children in Turkmenistan - UnicefMinistry of Health and UNICEF completed the National Micronutrient Survey among Women and Children in Turkmenistan  Unicef

UNICEF and the Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship Launch Partnership to Deliver Results for Children - UnicefUNICEF and the Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship Launch Partnership to Deliver Results for Children  Unicef

Jaishankar welcomes Turkmenistan's foreign minister remark on terrorism - Business StandardJaishankar welcomes Turkmenistan's foreign minister remark on terrorism  Business Standard

Internet life in Turkmenistan detected! - EurasianetInternet life in Turkmenistan detected!  Eurasianet

Chairman of Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov arrived in Fuzuli district [PHOTOS] - AzerNewsChairman of Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov arrived in Fuzuli district [PHOTOS]  AzerNews

Is Arkadag the world’s greatest football team? - The EconomistIs Arkadag the world’s greatest football team?  The Economist

Chairman of Turkmenistan's Halk Maslahaty arrives in Azerbaijan - Latest news from AzerbaijanChairman of Turkmenistan's Halk Maslahaty arrives in Azerbaijan  Latest news from Azerbaijan

India edge Turkmenistan to notch-up second consecutive win in U17 Asian Cup qualifiers - AIFFIndia edge Turkmenistan to notch-up second consecutive win in U17 Asian Cup qualifiers  AIFF

Turkmenistan’s Shift Towards The Moscow-Tehran-Beijing Axis - Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic StudiesTurkmenistan’s Shift Towards The Moscow-Tehran-Beijing Axis  Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies

Turkmenistan Defines National Steps for Adapting to Cryosphere Changes - UNESCOTurkmenistan Defines National Steps for Adapting to Cryosphere Changes  UNESCO

Qualifiers - Group D: Turkmenistan 3-1 Thailand - AFC websiteQualifiers - Group D: Turkmenistan 3-1 Thailand  AFC website

Why Is Turkmenistan Subject to a Partial US Travel Ban? - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineWhy Is Turkmenistan Subject to a Partial US Travel Ban?  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Telling Children’s Stories with Dignity: UNICEF’s Media Ethics Training in Turkmenistan - UnicefTelling Children’s Stories with Dignity: UNICEF’s Media Ethics Training in Turkmenistan  Unicef

Bangladesh make mockery with Turkmenistan - Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)Bangladesh make mockery with Turkmenistan  Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)

FAO webinar helps strengthen national SDG reporting in Turkmenistan - Food and Agriculture OrganizationFAO webinar helps strengthen national SDG reporting in Turkmenistan  Food and Agriculture Organization

AIIB set to present infrastructure innovations at UN LLDC3 in Turkmenistan - Trend News AgencyAIIB set to present infrastructure innovations at UN LLDC3 in Turkmenistan  Trend News Agency

Turkmenistan 3-1 Thailand (10 Jun, 2025) Final Score - ESPN IndiaTurkmenistan 3-1 Thailand (10 Jun, 2025) Final Score  ESPN India

Turkmenistan: Trade single window eases transit, powers growth - UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)Turkmenistan: Trade single window eases transit, powers growth  UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)

Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan Strengthen Strategic Partnership - The Astana TimesKazakhstan, Turkmenistan Strengthen Strategic Partnership  The Astana Times

Ashgabat fires back at US partial travel ban on Turkmen citizens - EurasianetAshgabat fires back at US partial travel ban on Turkmen citizens  Eurasianet

Turkmenistan embraces advanced remote sensing technology for enhanced crop monitoring - Food and Agriculture OrganizationTurkmenistan embraces advanced remote sensing technology for enhanced crop monitoring  Food and Agriculture Organization

World Report 2025: Rights Trends in Turkmenistan - Human Rights WatchWorld Report 2025: Rights Trends in Turkmenistan  Human Rights Watch

Turkmenistan 2-1 Taipei (25 Mar, 2025) Final Score - ESPN IndiaTurkmenistan 2-1 Taipei (25 Mar, 2025) Final Score  ESPN India

Azerbaijani president and chairman of Turkmenistan’s Halk Maslahaty visit Yukhari Govhar Agha Mosque - Latest news from AzerbaijanAzerbaijani president and chairman of Turkmenistan’s Halk Maslahaty visit Yukhari Govhar Agha Mosque  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Major bitumen deal signed at Turkmenistan’s commodity exchange - Trend News AgencyMajor bitumen deal signed at Turkmenistan’s commodity exchange  Trend News Agency

IWF120y/100 – 2021: Polina Guryeva, a special medal for Turkmenistan - IWFIWF120y/100 – 2021: Polina Guryeva, a special medal for Turkmenistan  IWF

Dress Codes Tighten In Turkmenistan, Where The State Tells Women What To Wear - Radio Free Europe/Radio LibertyDress Codes Tighten In Turkmenistan, Where The State Tells Women What To Wear  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

Turkmenistan introduces E-visas for international travellers - CNBC TV18Turkmenistan introduces E-visas for international travellers  CNBC TV18

Turkmenistan Breaks Isolation With New E-Visa System To Welcome Tourists - Travel and Leisure AsiaTurkmenistan Breaks Isolation With New E-Visa System To Welcome Tourists  Travel and Leisure Asia

Government of Turkmenistan, UNICEF, ILO, and World Bank Launch Joint Assessment to Strengthen Social Protection System - UnicefGovernment of Turkmenistan, UNICEF, ILO, and World Bank Launch Joint Assessment to Strengthen Social Protection System  Unicef

Turning landlocked challenges into opportunities - United Nations Development ProgrammeTurning landlocked challenges into opportunities  United Nations Development Programme

Daughter of Chairman of Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, visits Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum [PHOTOS] - AzerNewsDaughter of Chairman of Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, visits Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum [PHOTOS]  AzerNews

UNICEF and Government of Turkmenistan Presented the New MICS Data - UnicefUNICEF and Government of Turkmenistan Presented the New MICS Data  Unicef

Topical issues of cooperation were discussed with the Ambassador of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Turkmenistan - Turkmenistan Altyn AsyrTopical issues of cooperation were discussed with the Ambassador of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Turkmenistan  Turkmenistan Altyn Asyr

Turkmenistan Attracts Renewed Attention from Washington and Moscow Amid Regional Tensions - The Times Of Central AsiaTurkmenistan Attracts Renewed Attention from Washington and Moscow Amid Regional Tensions  The Times Of Central Asia

National leader Berdimuhamedow on Turkmenistan’s neutrality and EU ties - Euronews.comNational leader Berdimuhamedow on Turkmenistan’s neutrality and EU ties  Euronews.com

President of Azerbaijan and Chairman of Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan visited Sea Breeze Resort VIDEO - Az?rtacPresident of Azerbaijan and Chairman of Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan visited Sea Breeze Resort VIDEO  Az?rtac

After 54 years of fire, the 'Door to Hell' is finally closing, say scientists - BBC Wildlife MagazineAfter 54 years of fire, the 'Door to Hell' is finally closing, say scientists  BBC Wildlife Magazine

OSCE seminar in Turkmenistan addresses effective communication in the digital age - Organization for Security and Co-operation in EuropeOSCE seminar in Turkmenistan addresses effective communication in the digital age  Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe

UNICEF and Turkmenistan Tennis Federation Initiate the First Wheelchair Tennis Programme for Children with Disabilities - UnicefUNICEF and Turkmenistan Tennis Federation Initiate the First Wheelchair Tennis Programme for Children with Disabilities  Unicef

Turkmenistan’s Garabogazkarbamid plant secures Mitsubishi aftermarket support - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan’s Garabogazkarbamid plant secures Mitsubishi aftermarket support  Trend News Agency

Turkmenistan Joins CITES, Strengthening Wildlife Trade Regulation and Conservation in Central Asia - CITESTurkmenistan Joins CITES, Strengthening Wildlife Trade Regulation and Conservation in Central Asia  CITES