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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Turkmenistan gearing up for tourism with the launch of new E-Visa system - Travel Trends TodayTurkmenistan gearing up for tourism with the launch of new E-Visa system  Travel Trends Today

OSCE and Turkmenistan mark 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act and the International Year of Peace and Trust - Organization for Security and Co-operation in EuropeOSCE and Turkmenistan mark 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act and the International Year of Peace and Trust  Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe

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

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

Kyrgyzstan's national ice hockey team beats Turkmenistan at World Championship - AKIpress News AgencyKyrgyzstan's national ice hockey team beats Turkmenistan at World Championship  AKIpress News Agency

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

National Leader of Turkmenistan arrives in Uzbekistan - Latest news from AzerbaijanNational Leader of Turkmenistan arrives in Uzbekistan  Latest news from Azerbaijan

All Vietnamese students win gold at 2nd Int’l Mathematical Olympiad in Turkmenistan - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)All Vietnamese students win gold at 2nd Int’l Mathematical Olympiad in Turkmenistan  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

Turkmenistan Steps into the Spotlight with Regional Diplomacy and Economic Reforms - The Times Of Central AsiaTurkmenistan Steps into the Spotlight with Regional Diplomacy and Economic Reforms  The Times Of Central Asia

HOLD Turkmenistan to introduce simplified procedures for obtaining visas - bne IntelliNewsHOLD Turkmenistan to introduce simplified procedures for obtaining visas  bne IntelliNews

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 eases entry restrictions in bid to boost tourism - Travel TomorrowTurkmenistan eases entry restrictions in bid to boost tourism  Travel Tomorrow

Ice Hockey World Championship: Kyrgyzstan defeats Turkmenistan - 24.KGIce Hockey World Championship: Kyrgyzstan defeats Turkmenistan  24.KG

Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan set to cement gas and transport cooperation - qazinform.comKazakhstan and Turkmenistan set to cement gas and transport cooperation  qazinform.com

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

Turkmenistan Shifts Strategy With New Electronic Visa Scheme To Drive Tourism Growth And International Engagement - Travel And Tour WorldTurkmenistan Shifts Strategy With New Electronic Visa Scheme To Drive Tourism Growth And International Engagement  Travel And Tour World

UNDP Turkmenistan Highlights the Role of Women in Climate Action on Earth Day - United Nations Development ProgrammeUNDP Turkmenistan Highlights the Role of Women in Climate Action on Earth Day  United Nations Development Programme

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

Turkmenistan has no glaciers, but around 90% of water obtained from transboundary rivers originating from glaciers: Minister - AKIpress News AgencyTurkmenistan has no glaciers, but around 90% of water obtained from transboundary rivers originating from glaciers: Minister  AKIpress News Agency

Turkmenistan, Qatar consider cooperating in cyber security - AKIpress News AgencyTurkmenistan, Qatar consider cooperating in cyber security  AKIpress News Agency

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

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

Turkmenistan adopts law to allow electronic visas make it easier for foreigners to enter - theweek.inTurkmenistan adopts law to allow electronic visas make it easier for foreigners to enter  theweek.in

Visa Reforms Signal New Era as Turkmenistan Opens Doors to International Tourism and Strengthens Regional Mobility - Travel And Tour WorldVisa Reforms Signal New Era as Turkmenistan Opens Doors to International Tourism and Strengthens Regional Mobility  Travel And Tour World

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

Chairman of Halk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan to visit Uzbekistan - qazinform.comChairman of Halk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan to visit Uzbekistan  qazinform.com

Central Asia Opens Diplomatic Rift With Turkiye Over Cyprus - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineCentral Asia Opens Diplomatic Rift With Turkiye Over Cyprus  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

“Kopetdag” has taken the lead in the Turkmenistan Futsal Super League - Türkmenistan: Altyn asyr“Kopetdag” has taken the lead in the Turkmenistan Futsal Super League  Türkmenistan: Altyn asyr

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

Kazakh President, Chairman of Turkmenistan's Halk Maslahaty visit Industrial Park in Turkistan - qazinform.comKazakh President, Chairman of Turkmenistan's Halk Maslahaty visit Industrial Park in Turkistan  qazinform.com

Beyond borders: Turkmenistan’s global fight for children’s rights - Al Arabiya EnglishBeyond borders: Turkmenistan’s global fight for children’s rights  Al Arabiya English

Turkmenistan: A land of white cars, marble cities, and strict laws - Times of IndiaTurkmenistan: A land of white cars, marble cities, and strict laws  Times of 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)

Russia’s Putin begins visit to Turkmenistan for forum with regional leaders, including Iran - The HinduRussia’s Putin begins visit to Turkmenistan for forum with regional leaders, including Iran  The Hindu

East Bengal players face hostile conditions in Turkmenistan ahead of crucial clash against FC Arkadag - MoneycontrolEast Bengal players face hostile conditions in Turkmenistan ahead of crucial clash against FC Arkadag  Moneycontrol

Citizens of Turkmenistan Being Prevented From Flying Abroad - The Times Of Central AsiaCitizens of Turkmenistan Being Prevented From Flying Abroad  The Times Of Central Asia

National Coordination Meeting under the project “Pandemic Preparedness and Response through One Health approach in Central Asia” to take place in Turkmenistan - World Health Organization (WHO)National Coordination Meeting under the project “Pandemic Preparedness and Response through One Health approach in Central Asia” to take place in Turkmenistan  World Health Organization (WHO)

Turkmenistan: Shortage of conscripts hampers military modernization - EurasianetTurkmenistan: Shortage of conscripts hampers military modernization  Eurasianet

Türkiye-Turkmenistan Gas Deal Opens Possibilities for New Routes - The Jamestown FoundationTürkiye-Turkmenistan Gas Deal Opens Possibilities for New Routes  The Jamestown Foundation

This invite-only country could soon open up to travellers - Time OutThis invite-only country could soon open up to travellers  Time Out

Turkmenistan Joins CITES, Strengthening Wildlife Trade Regulation and Conservation in Central Asia - cites.orgTurkmenistan Joins CITES, Strengthening Wildlife Trade Regulation and Conservation in Central Asia  cites.org

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

WHO strengthens Turkmenistan's capacity to enhance TB surveillance - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO strengthens Turkmenistan's capacity to enhance TB surveillance  World Health Organization (WHO)

UNECE to support Turkmenistan in green energy transition and methane emissions reduction - UNECEUNECE to support Turkmenistan in green energy transition and methane emissions reduction  UNECE

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)

Turkmenistan parliament debates e-visa law - itij.comTurkmenistan parliament debates e-visa law  itij.com

Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India Pipeline - Drishti IASTurkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India Pipeline  Drishti IAS

Turkmenistan - EBRDTurkmenistan  EBRD

Honorary Doctorate Awarded to President of Turkmenistan | News - University of Tsukuba - tsukuba.ac.jpHonorary Doctorate Awarded to President of Turkmenistan | News - University of Tsukuba  tsukuba.ac.jp

Turkmenistan - General DebateTurkmenistan  General Debate

Journalist Nurgeldi Halykov barred from leaving Turkmenistan - Committee to Protect JournalistsJournalist Nurgeldi Halykov barred from leaving Turkmenistan  Committee to Protect Journalists

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

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

With Turkmenistan set to join CITES, wildlife trade regulation in Central Asia gets a boost - MongabayWith Turkmenistan set to join CITES, wildlife trade regulation in Central Asia gets a boost  Mongabay

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

UNHCR applauds Turkmenistan for resolving statelessness - UNHCR - The UN Refugee AgencyUNHCR applauds Turkmenistan for resolving statelessness  UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency

Turkmenistan Settles Gas Swap Deal With Turkiye, Iran - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineTurkmenistan Settles Gas Swap Deal With Turkiye, Iran  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Turkmenistan unveils trade turnover with Malaysia in 2024 - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan unveils trade turnover with Malaysia in 2024  Trend News Agency

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

Turkmenistan, Pakistan carving out fresh paths for energy collaboration - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan, Pakistan carving out fresh paths for energy collaboration  Trend News Agency

Afghanistan’s Qosh Tepa Canal: Potential Impact on Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan - MP-IDSAAfghanistan’s Qosh Tepa Canal: Potential Impact on Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan  MP-IDSA

Turkmenistan making moves to integrate into Middle Corridor trade routes - EurasianetTurkmenistan making moves to integrate into Middle Corridor trade routes  Eurasianet

‘Secretive’ country that’s banned WhatsApp is making it easier for tourists to visit - Metro.co.uk‘Secretive’ country that’s banned WhatsApp is making it easier for tourists to visit  Metro.co.uk

Turkmenistan: Economic hardship, repression, and targeting of critics at home and abroad - Civicus MonitorTurkmenistan: Economic hardship, repression, and targeting of critics at home and abroad  Civicus Monitor

Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan Set to Double Trade and Strengthen Ties - The Astana TimesKazakhstan, Turkmenistan Set to Double Trade and Strengthen Ties  The Astana Times

Turkmenistan Expanding Military to Support Its Increased International Activity - The Jamestown FoundationTurkmenistan Expanding Military to Support Its Increased International Activity  The Jamestown Foundation

Turkmenistan: RSF denounces poisoning attempt on Soltan Achilova - Reporters sans frontièresTurkmenistan: RSF denounces poisoning attempt on Soltan Achilova  Reporters sans frontières

Football team’s travel woes suggest deeper economic problems in Turkmenistan - EurasianetFootball team’s travel woes suggest deeper economic problems in Turkmenistan  Eurasianet

Meeting with the delegation of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia - Türkmenistan: Altyn asyrMeeting with the delegation of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia  Türkmenistan: Altyn asyr

Turkmenistan: Economy - Asian Development BankTurkmenistan: Economy  Asian Development Bank

Turkey, Turkmenistan agree gas supply deal for March - ReutersTurkey, Turkmenistan agree gas supply deal for March  Reuters

Turkmenistan participates in the International Conference "Global Mountain Dialogue" in Bishkek - Türkmenistan: Altyn asyrTurkmenistan participates in the International Conference "Global Mountain Dialogue" in Bishkek  Türkmenistan: Altyn asyr

EU urged to focus on workers’ rights in talks with Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan - Just StyleEU urged to focus on workers’ rights in talks with Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan  Just Style

Presentation of credentials of the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the President of Mongolia - Türkmenistan: Altyn asyrPresentation of credentials of the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the President of Mongolia  Türkmenistan: Altyn asyr

Courtesy call on State Minister FUJII by Deputy Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan - mofa.go.jpCourtesy call on State Minister FUJII by Deputy Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan  mofa.go.jp

Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan set new trade target - Trend News AgencyUzbekistan, Turkmenistan set new trade target  Trend News Agency

'Give Us Our Wives Back!' Turkish Husbands Appeal To Turkmenistan - Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty'Give Us Our Wives Back!' Turkish Husbands Appeal To Turkmenistan  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

Japan-Turkmenistan Summit Meeting and Working Lunch - mofa.go.jpJapan-Turkmenistan Summit Meeting and Working Lunch  mofa.go.jp

Japan-Turkmenistan Summit Meeting and Other Events - Prime Minister's Office of JapanJapan-Turkmenistan Summit Meeting and Other Events  Prime Minister's Office of Japan

Rational use of natural resources discussed at International Forum at Turkmenistan’s Agricultural Institute - Türkmenistan: Altyn asyrRational use of natural resources discussed at International Forum at Turkmenistan’s Agricultural Institute  Türkmenistan: Altyn asyr

International Conference on Sustainable Energy and Climate Held in Turkmenistan with Support from UNDP and the EU - United Nations Development ProgrammeInternational Conference on Sustainable Energy and Climate Held in Turkmenistan with Support from UNDP and the EU  United Nations Development Programme

TAPI Project: Construction of Afghan section of Turkmenistan-to-India pipeline starts - India TV NewsTAPI Project: Construction of Afghan section of Turkmenistan-to-India pipeline starts  India TV News

Turkmenistan and PETRONAS signed a memorandum of understanding - Türkmenistan: Altyn asyrTurkmenistan and PETRONAS signed a memorandum of understanding  Türkmenistan: Altyn asyr

Chairman of Turkmenistan’s Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov arrives in Turkistan - qazinform.comChairman of Turkmenistan’s Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov arrives in Turkistan  qazinform.com

Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan aim to double trade turnover to $2bn in coming years - Daryo.uzUzbekistan and Turkmenistan aim to double trade turnover to $2bn in coming years  Daryo.uz

Digital Transformation in Turkmenistan: From Strategy to Action - United Nations Development ProgrammeDigital Transformation in Turkmenistan: From Strategy to Action  United Nations Development Programme

COP29: Securing a Future for Every Child Through Climate Action - UnicefCOP29: Securing a Future for Every Child Through Climate Action  Unicef

Ambassador of Turkmenistan presented credentials to the King of Bahrain - Türkmenistan: Altyn asyrAmbassador of Turkmenistan presented credentials to the King of Bahrain  Türkmenistan: Altyn asyr

New ADB Strategy to Propel Turkmenistan Towards a More Sustainable, Climate-Resilient, and Competitive Economy - Asian Development BankNew ADB Strategy to Propel Turkmenistan Towards a More Sustainable, Climate-Resilient, and Competitive Economy  Asian Development Bank

The Leaders of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan plant a tree together - president.uzThe Leaders of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan plant a tree together  president.uz

More Than Words: First Special Olympics Turkmenistan Athlete Competes in World Winter Games Figure Skating - Special OlympicsMore Than Words: First Special Olympics Turkmenistan Athlete Competes in World Winter Games Figure Skating  Special Olympics

WHO advises Turkmenistan on preparing for respiratory virus pandemics - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO advises Turkmenistan on preparing for respiratory virus pandemics  World Health Organization (WHO)

Turkmenistan: Taking megalomania to new heights - EurasianetTurkmenistan: Taking megalomania to new heights  Eurasianet

The Leaders of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan visit the “Mirages of Time” exhibition - president.uzThe Leaders of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan visit the “Mirages of Time” exhibition  president.uz

Turkmenistan Eases Visa Rules to Attract More Visitors - Tempo.co EnglishTurkmenistan Eases Visa Rules to Attract More Visitors  Tempo.co English

In first, Turkmenistan to supply Turkey directly with gas: What to know - AL-MonitorIn first, Turkmenistan to supply Turkey directly with gas: What to know  AL-Monitor

Is Turkmenistan finally closing the “gates of hell”? - BBCIs Turkmenistan finally closing the “gates of hell”?  BBC

Turkmenistan improves its communication infrastructure to fight illicit trafficking - United Nations Office on Drugs and CrimeTurkmenistan improves its communication infrastructure to fight illicit trafficking  United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime

Read, Don't Wipe! Turkmenistan Tells Citizens Not To 'Soil' State Newspapers - Radio Free Europe/Radio LibertyRead, Don't Wipe! Turkmenistan Tells Citizens Not To 'Soil' State Newspapers  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan strengthen strategic partnership - UzDaily.uzUzbekistan and Turkmenistan strengthen strategic partnership  UzDaily.uz