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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Bangladesh beat Turkmenistan - Prothom Alo EnglishBangladesh beat Turkmenistan  Prothom Alo English

Bangladesh women's football team take on Turkmenistan tomorrow - Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)Bangladesh women's football team take on Turkmenistan tomorrow  Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)

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

Casale bags PDP contract for production of granular ammonium sulphate, SSP in Turkmenistan - Indian Chemical NewsCasale bags PDP contract for production of granular ammonium sulphate, SSP in Turkmenistan  Indian Chemical News

Bangladesh women takes 6-0 lead against Turkmenistan in just 20-minute - - Daily ObserverBangladesh women takes 6-0 lead against Turkmenistan in just 20-minute -  Daily Observer

Bangladesh women crush Turkmenistan in 7-goal rout to advance to Asian Cup finals undefeated - bdnews24.comBangladesh women crush Turkmenistan in 7-goal rout to advance to Asian Cup finals undefeated  bdnews24.com

Bangladesh hammer Turkmenistan 7-0 to end Qualifying fixtures - Dhaka TribuneBangladesh hammer Turkmenistan 7-0 to end Qualifying fixtures  Dhaka Tribune

Bangladesh women crush Turkmenistan 7-0 in AFC qualifiers finale - Somoy NewsBangladesh women crush Turkmenistan 7-0 in AFC qualifiers finale  Somoy News

Bangladesh beats higher-ranked Myanmar in AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers - SportstarBangladesh beats higher-ranked Myanmar in AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers  Sportstar

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

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

Turkmenistan Still Requires COVID Tests and Visas for All Visitors - The Times Of Central AsiaTurkmenistan Still Requires COVID Tests and Visas for All Visitors  The Times Of Central Asia

Bangladesh sweep group as they thrash Turkmenistan 7-0 - daily-sun.comBangladesh sweep group as they thrash Turkmenistan 7-0  daily-sun.com

Impressed by team’s professionalism, says coach Butler after Bangladesh thrash Turkmenistan - The Financial ExpressImpressed by team’s professionalism, says coach Butler after Bangladesh thrash Turkmenistan  The Financial Express

Bangladesh qualify for AFC Women's Asian Cup with all-win record beating Turkmenistan 7-0 - United News of BangladeshBangladesh qualify for AFC Women's Asian Cup with all-win record beating Turkmenistan 7-0  United News of Bangladesh

Bangladesh celebrate Asian Cup qualification with 7–0 rout of Turkmenistan - The Business StandardBangladesh celebrate Asian Cup qualification with 7–0 rout of Turkmenistan  The Business Standard

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’s Diplomatic Moves Amid Iran-Israel Tensions - The Times Of Central AsiaTurkmenistan’s Diplomatic Moves Amid Iran-Israel Tensions  The Times Of Central Asia

Jessica Lynn’s Concerts in Ashgabat: A New Chapter in Turkmenistan’s Cultural Landscape - The Times Of Central AsiaJessica Lynn’s Concerts in Ashgabat: A New Chapter in Turkmenistan’s Cultural Landscape  The Times Of Central Asia

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

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

OSCE training on arms control enhances border security in Turkmenistan - OSCE.orgOSCE training on arms control enhances border security in Turkmenistan  OSCE.org

Turkmenistan's ‘Gateway to Hell’ fire, burning since 1971, now tamed | World News - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesTurkmenistan's ‘Gateway to Hell’ fire, burning since 1971, now tamed | World News - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

OSCE workshop in Turkmenistan supports development of national competency framework and training strategy on cybercrime and electronic evidence - OSCE.orgOSCE workshop in Turkmenistan supports development of national competency framework and training strategy on cybercrime and electronic evidence  OSCE.org

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

PM meets with the Foreign Ministers of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan - PM IndiaPM meets with the Foreign Ministers of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan  PM India

Bangladesh thrash Turkmenistan 7-0 to wrap-up qualifiers in style - - Daily ObserverBangladesh thrash Turkmenistan 7-0 to wrap-up qualifiers in style -  Daily Observer

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

Turkmenistan sees precious metals rally with platinum and gold on top - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan sees precious metals rally with platinum and gold on top  Trend News Agency

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

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

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

The dead sea - Telegraph IndiaThe dead sea  Telegraph India

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)

Turkmen Authorities Comment on Partial US Travel Ban - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineTurkmen Authorities Comment on Partial US Travel Ban  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

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

India plans to evacuate more people from Iran via Turkmenistan after Armenia - theweek.inIndia plans to evacuate more people from Iran via Turkmenistan after Armenia  theweek.in

United States and Russia angling for influence in Turkmenistan - bne IntelliNewsUnited States and Russia angling for influence in Turkmenistan  bne IntelliNews

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

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

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

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

Bangladesh women's football qualify in AFC Asian Cup - Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)Bangladesh women's football qualify in AFC Asian Cup  Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)

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)

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)

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

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

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

GLOBALink | A glimpse of Turkmenistan in 60 seconds - XinhuaGLOBALink | A glimpse of Turkmenistan in 60 seconds  Xinhua

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

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)

A judoka from Turkmenistan won bronze at the Cadets Asian Cup in Kazakhstan - Turkmenistan Altyn AsyrA judoka from Turkmenistan won bronze at the Cadets Asian Cup in Kazakhstan  Turkmenistan Altyn Asyr

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

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

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

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)

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

U.S. and Russia Vie for Influence in Energy-Rich Turkmenistan - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comU.S. and Russia Vie for Influence in Energy-Rich Turkmenistan  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

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

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)

Xi says China willing to work with Turkmenistan to fully unlock potential for cooperation based on win-win collaboration - XinhuaXi says China willing to work with Turkmenistan to fully unlock potential for cooperation based on win-win collaboration  Xinhua

Turkmen women's football team start the Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers under the leadership of a new head coach - Turkmenistan Altyn AsyrTurkmen women's football team start the Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers under the leadership of a new head coach  Turkmenistan Altyn Asyr

Chinese FM spokesperson responds to Turkmenistan's concern over US' partial travel restrictions - Global TimesChinese FM spokesperson responds to Turkmenistan's concern over US' partial travel restrictions  Global Times

Turkmenistan Advances Efforts to Improve Its Securities Market with UNDP Support - United Nations Development ProgrammeTurkmenistan Advances Efforts to Improve Its Securities Market with UNDP Support  United Nations Development Programme

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

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

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

UNICEF and Ministry of Education Begin Implementation of the “Green School” Programme in Turkmenistan - UnicefUNICEF and Ministry of Education Begin Implementation of the “Green School” Programme in Turkmenistan  Unicef

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

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

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

Turkmenistan douses the flames of “hell” - bne IntelliNewsTurkmenistan douses the flames of “hell”  bne IntelliNews

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

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

Bangladesh beat Turkmenistan to become group champion - Risingbd.comBangladesh beat Turkmenistan to become group champion  Risingbd.com

Turkmenistan: Dictator’s daughter makes her political debut - EurasianetTurkmenistan: Dictator’s daughter makes her political debut  Eurasianet

Turkmen Woman Appeals to President After Year-Long Travel Ban - The Times Of Central AsiaTurkmen Woman Appeals to President After Year-Long Travel Ban  The Times Of Central Asia

"Door to Hell" starting to close after 54 years - New Atlas"Door to Hell" starting to close after 54 years  New Atlas

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

Koreans evacuate Iran via Turkmen border - The Korea HeraldKoreans evacuate Iran via Turkmen border  The Korea Herald

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

UNICEF and Ministry of Health Train Engineers and Technicians on Oxygen Plant Operations - UnicefUNICEF and Ministry of Health Train Engineers and Technicians on Oxygen Plant Operations  Unicef

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

Turkmenistan tie a mental and physical test, says India U17 coach Ahmed - AIFFTurkmenistan tie a mental and physical test, says India U17 coach Ahmed  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 2-1 Taipei (25 Mar, 2025) Final Score - ESPN IndiaTurkmenistan 2-1 Taipei (25 Mar, 2025) Final Score  ESPN India

Turkmenistan set to join CAREC’s integrated trade program - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan set to join CAREC’s integrated trade program  Trend News Agency

Adnoc's XRG acquires major stake in Turkmenistan gas project from Petronas - Upstream OnlineAdnoc's XRG acquires major stake in Turkmenistan gas project from Petronas  Upstream Online

Driving ban puts brakes on young women in Turkmenistan - France 24Driving ban puts brakes on young women in Turkmenistan  France 24

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 endorses advanced tech upgrade plan for Turkmengaz - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan endorses advanced tech upgrade plan for Turkmengaz  Trend News Agency

Turkmenistan Contains ‘Gate to Hell’ Fire After Decades of Inferno - The Times Of Central AsiaTurkmenistan Contains ‘Gate to Hell’ Fire After Decades of Inferno  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

Miss Manners: Would it be crass to give a young widow money rather than flowers? - The Mercury NewsMiss Manners: Would it be crass to give a young widow money rather than flowers?  The Mercury News

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

In Turkmenistan, the death of a journalist lifts the veil on forced labor in cotton fields - Forbidden StoriesIn Turkmenistan, the death of a journalist lifts the veil on forced labor in cotton fields  Forbidden Stories

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

OSCE organizes training of trainers course for canine border guards in Turkmenistan - OSCE.orgOSCE organizes training of trainers course for canine border guards in Turkmenistan  OSCE.org

Building the Future of Social Work: Students Participate in the Family Needs Assessment in Turkmenistan - turkmenportal.comBuilding the Future of Social Work: Students Participate in the Family Needs Assessment in Turkmenistan  turkmenportal.com