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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Why is there a ‘Door to Hell’ burning for decades in Turkmenistan? - The HinduWhy is there a ‘Door to Hell’ burning for decades in Turkmenistan?  The Hindu

Fresh fruit and vegetable supply expands in Turkmenistan - HortidailyFresh fruit and vegetable supply expands in Turkmenistan  Hortidaily

Prohibitions, luxury, and absolute silence: Turkmenistan blends strict control, futuristic architecture, and mystery in one of the most closed countries on the planet - CPG Click Petróleo e GásProhibitions, luxury, and absolute silence: Turkmenistan blends strict control, futuristic architecture, and mystery in one of the most closed countries on the planet  CPG Click Petróleo e Gás

Turkmenistan Halts Gas Exports to Turkey Amid Contract Talks - The Times Of Central AsiaTurkmenistan Halts Gas Exports to Turkey Amid Contract Talks  The Times Of Central Asia

Turkmenistan - Welcome to the United NationsTurkmenistan  Welcome to the United Nations

AFGHANISTAN STUN HOSTS BANGLADESH AS TURKMENISTAN MARCH INTO FINAL UNBEATEN - Asian Volleyball ConfederationAFGHANISTAN STUN HOSTS BANGLADESH AS TURKMENISTAN MARCH INTO FINAL UNBEATEN  Asian Volleyball Confederation

Turkmenistan to Start New Phase of Giant Galkynysh Field - energyintel.comTurkmenistan to Start New Phase of Giant Galkynysh Field  energyintel.com

Turkmenistan and Moldova Exchange Experience on Strengthening Child Protection and Family Support Systems - UnicefTurkmenistan and Moldova Exchange Experience on Strengthening Child Protection and Family Support Systems  Unicef

Meeting of the Deputy Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and the Republic of Lithuania - Turkmenistan Altyn AsyrMeeting of the Deputy Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and the Republic of Lithuania  Turkmenistan Altyn Asyr

Turkmenistan emerged unbeaten champion - Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)Turkmenistan emerged unbeaten champion  Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)

What happened to the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) natural gas pipeline? - Commonspace.euWhat happened to the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) natural gas pipeline?  Commonspace.eu

India U20 women on track in Asian Cup Qualifiers after Turkmenistan demolition - AIFFIndia U20 women on track in Asian Cup Qualifiers after Turkmenistan demolition  AIFF

TURKMENISTAN RISE IN DHAKA AS GOLDEN GLORY SEALED IN FIVE-SET EPIC - Asian Volleyball ConfederationTURKMENISTAN RISE IN DHAKA AS GOLDEN GLORY SEALED IN FIVE-SET EPIC  Asian Volleyball Confederation

Turkmenistan Steps Up Drive for Foreign Investment - energyintel.comTurkmenistan Steps Up Drive for Foreign Investment  energyintel.com

Turkmenistan’s Strategic Reentry into Gas Diplomacy - The Times Of Central AsiaTurkmenistan’s Strategic Reentry into Gas Diplomacy  The Times Of Central Asia

Turkmenistan participates in the Meeting of National Commissions for UNESCO in Samarkand - Turkmenistan Altyn AsyrTurkmenistan participates in the Meeting of National Commissions for UNESCO in Samarkand  Turkmenistan Altyn Asyr

DAY 5 DELIVERS DRAMA AS TURKMENISTAN EDGE BANGLADESH IN FIVE-SET THRILLER - Asian Volleyball ConfederationDAY 5 DELIVERS DRAMA AS TURKMENISTAN EDGE BANGLADESH IN FIVE-SET THRILLER  Asian Volleyball Confederation

Meat Becomes Increasingly Unaffordable in Turkmenistan Amid Soaring Prices - The Times Of Central AsiaMeat Becomes Increasingly Unaffordable in Turkmenistan Amid Soaring Prices  The Times Of Central Asia

Festive event and exhibition dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust was held in Aktau - Turkmenistan Altyn AsyrFestive event and exhibition dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust was held in Aktau  Turkmenistan Altyn Asyr

BANGLADESH AND TURKMENISTAN REMAIN UNBEATEN AS DAY 3 IGNITES CAVA CUP FOR MEN IN DHAKA - Asian Volleyball ConfederationBANGLADESH AND TURKMENISTAN REMAIN UNBEATEN AS DAY 3 IGNITES CAVA CUP FOR MEN IN DHAKA  Asian Volleyball Confederation

From Global Pledge to Local Action: Turkmenistan Advances Methane Reduction Strategy with CCAC and GIZ Support - EEASFrom Global Pledge to Local Action: Turkmenistan Advances Methane Reduction Strategy with CCAC and GIZ Support  EEAS

Turkmenistan Revives Push for Major Gas Pipeline to Europe - Pipeline Technology JournalTurkmenistan Revives Push for Major Gas Pipeline to Europe  Pipeline Technology Journal

Advancing One Health: Turkmenistan hosts third national intersectoral meeting - World Health Organization (WHO)Advancing One Health: Turkmenistan hosts third national intersectoral meeting  World Health Organization (WHO)

Turkmenistan markets licorice-derived agricultural stuff at latest exchange session - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan markets licorice-derived agricultural stuff at latest exchange session  Trend News Agency

High Praise, Empty Pockets: Turkmenistan May Scrap Benefit Hikes - The Times Of Central AsiaHigh Praise, Empty Pockets: Turkmenistan May Scrap Benefit Hikes  The Times Of Central Asia

Turkmenistan national overstaying for 7 years held in Pune, asked to leave India - The Indian ExpressTurkmenistan national overstaying for 7 years held in Pune, asked to leave India  The Indian Express

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

Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC3) Opens in Awaza, Turkmenistan, Mobilizing Global Partnerships for Inclusive Prosperity - Welcome to the United NationsThird United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC3) Opens in Awaza, Turkmenistan, Mobilizing Global Partnerships for Inclusive Prosperity  Welcome to the United Nations

UNECE and UNDP support the development of renewable energy in Turkmenistan - UNECEUNECE and UNDP support the development of renewable energy in Turkmenistan  UNECE

UNDP Launches Second Cohort of the Future Skills Academy Empowering Youth with Future-Ready Skills - United Nations Development ProgrammeUNDP Launches Second Cohort of the Future Skills Academy Empowering Youth with Future-Ready Skills  United Nations Development Programme

Berdimuhamedow Visits Afghanistan to Launch New Phase of TAPI Gas Pipeline - Caspian NewsBerdimuhamedow Visits Afghanistan to Launch New Phase of TAPI Gas Pipeline  Caspian News

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

Turkmenistan and GIZ expand climate risk management and sustainable land use co-op - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan and GIZ expand climate risk management and sustainable land use co-op  Trend News Agency

Strengthening Turkmenistan’s National Power Grid and Energy Efficiency - Asian Development BankStrengthening Turkmenistan’s National Power Grid and Energy Efficiency  Asian Development Bank

Turkmenistan, Lithuania explore ways to strengthen economic, transport ties - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan, Lithuania explore ways to strengthen economic, transport ties  Trend News Agency

Turkmenistan registers third successive victory in Cava Cup - Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)Turkmenistan registers third successive victory in Cava Cup  Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)

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

WHO hosts strategic roundtable on “Immune Patrol” rollout in Turkmenistan - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO hosts strategic roundtable on “Immune Patrol” rollout in Turkmenistan  World Health Organization (WHO)

Awaza gears up to host UN conference on landlocked developing countries - UN NewsAwaza gears up to host UN conference on landlocked developing countries  UN News

OSCE launches training series on combating money laundering through virtual assets in Turkmenistan - Organization for Security and Co-operation in EuropeOSCE launches training series on combating money laundering through virtual assets in Turkmenistan  Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe

Turkmenistan To Begin Gas Supply To Afghanistan By 2027, Says TAPI Project Head - ????????? ??????????Turkmenistan To Begin Gas Supply To Afghanistan By 2027, Says TAPI Project Head  ????????? ??????????

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

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

ADB Approves First Health Sector Project in Turkmenistan - Asian Development BankADB Approves First Health Sector Project in Turkmenistan  Asian Development Bank

Turkmenistan Reaffirms Commitment to Protecting Children from All Forms of Violence at Regional Ministerial Conference in Bucharest - UnicefTurkmenistan Reaffirms Commitment to Protecting Children from All Forms of Violence at Regional Ministerial Conference in Bucharest  Unicef

Capitoline Museums – exhibition “Ancient civilisations of Turkmenistan” - Ministero degli Esteri e della Cooperazione InternazionaleCapitoline Museums – exhibition “Ancient civilisations of Turkmenistan”  Ministero degli Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale

Turkmenistan’s TAPI gas pipeline takes off - IntelliNewsTurkmenistan’s TAPI gas pipeline takes off  IntelliNews

OSCE promotes women’s entrepreneurship at a seminar on circular economy in Turkmenistan - Organization for Security and Co-operation in EuropeOSCE promotes women’s entrepreneurship at a seminar on circular economy in Turkmenistan  Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe

Unbeaten Turkmenistan crowned CAVA Cup champions, Bangladesh finish fourth - Dhaka TribuneUnbeaten Turkmenistan crowned CAVA Cup champions, Bangladesh finish fourth  Dhaka Tribune

CIET 2025: Green Energy and Sustainable Construction at the Center of International Dialogue in Awaza - Turkmenistan Altyn AsyrCIET 2025: Green Energy and Sustainable Construction at the Center of International Dialogue in Awaza  Turkmenistan Altyn Asyr

Youth Dialogue was held in Dushanbe to mark the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s Neutrality, the 80th anniversary of the UN, and the International Year of Peace and Trust - Turkmenistan Altyn AsyrYouth Dialogue was held in Dushanbe to mark the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s Neutrality, the 80th anniversary of the UN, and the International Year of Peace and Trust  Turkmenistan Altyn Asyr

Neutrality a Cornerstone of Turkmenistan’s Foreign Policy: Envoy - The Diplomatic InsightNeutrality a Cornerstone of Turkmenistan’s Foreign Policy: Envoy  The Diplomatic Insight

IAEA, IARC and WHO unite to conduct the imPACT Review mission and strengthen oncological service in Turkmenistan - World Health Organization (WHO)IAEA, IARC and WHO unite to conduct the imPACT Review mission and strengthen oncological service in Turkmenistan  World Health Organization (WHO)

Turkmenistan schoolchildren head to the "Robotics Olympics" in Panama - Turkmenistan Altyn AsyrTurkmenistan schoolchildren head to the "Robotics Olympics" in Panama  Turkmenistan Altyn Asyr

Strengthening prosecutorial capacity in Turkmenistan to combat trafficking in persons for labour exploitation - United Nations Office on Drugs and CrimeStrengthening prosecutorial capacity in Turkmenistan to combat trafficking in persons for labour exploitation  United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime

Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan: Reinventing Gas Monetization - energyintel.comTurkmenistan and Uzbekistan: Reinventing Gas Monetization  energyintel.com

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

Turkmenistan beat Afghanistan to become undefeated champions - daily-sun.comTurkmenistan beat Afghanistan to become undefeated champions  daily-sun.com

Gateway Ventures Int'l advances projects with Dragon Oil in Turkmenistan (Exclusive) - Trend News AgencyGateway Ventures Int'l advances projects with Dragon Oil in Turkmenistan (Exclusive)  Trend News Agency

UNICEF and Government of Turkmenistan Strengthen Partnership to Protect Every Child Through Immunization - UnicefUNICEF and Government of Turkmenistan Strengthen Partnership to Protect Every Child Through Immunization  Unicef

Once-in-a-decade push for the ‘locked out’: Global leaders set for landmark UN conference in Turkmenistan - UN NewsOnce-in-a-decade push for the ‘locked out’: Global leaders set for landmark UN conference in Turkmenistan  UN News

IFS Bandaru Wilsonbabu’s Tenure in Madagascar Ends; Turkmenistan is the Next Diplomatic Stop - Know More About Him - Indian MastermindsIFS Bandaru Wilsonbabu’s Tenure in Madagascar Ends; Turkmenistan is the Next Diplomatic Stop - Know More About Him  Indian Masterminds

IMF bets Turkmenistan to gain from Trans-Caspian and North-South transit links (Exclusive) - Trend News AgencyIMF bets Turkmenistan to gain from Trans-Caspian and North-South transit links (Exclusive)  Trend News Agency

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

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

Turkmenistan Escalates Crackdown on Citizens Looking to Emigrate Abroad - The Jamestown FoundationTurkmenistan Escalates Crackdown on Citizens Looking to Emigrate Abroad  The Jamestown Foundation

Turkmenistan's Pipeline Diplomacy With the Taliban - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comTurkmenistan's Pipeline Diplomacy With the Taliban  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with Turkmenistan Foreign Minister Meredov - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with Turkmenistan Foreign Minister Meredov  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Landlocked but not left behind: UN summit in Turkmenistan wraps with bold new roadmap - UN NewsLandlocked but not left behind: UN summit in Turkmenistan wraps with bold new roadmap  UN News

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

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

After Berdimuhamedov Sr.’s Visit, Azerbaijan to Gift Oil Tanker to Turkmenistan - The Times Of Central AsiaAfter Berdimuhamedov Sr.’s Visit, Azerbaijan to Gift Oil Tanker to Turkmenistan  The Times Of Central Asia

U.S. President to Meet Leaders of Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan - UzDaily.uzU.S. President to Meet Leaders of Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan  UzDaily.uz

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)

Strategic Cooperation Between Turkey and Turkmenistan Gains Momentum - The Times Of Central AsiaStrategic Cooperation Between Turkey and Turkmenistan Gains Momentum  The Times Of Central Asia

Turkmenistan and Qatar Build Closer Ties at Doha Summit - The Times Of Central AsiaTurkmenistan and Qatar Build Closer Ties at Doha Summit  The Times Of Central Asia

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

Afghanistan, Turkmenistan notch win on 2nd day - Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)Afghanistan, Turkmenistan notch win on 2nd day  Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)

Turkmenistan - EBRDTurkmenistan  EBRD

Turkmenistan edge Bangladesh to reach CAVA Cup final - Dhaka TribuneTurkmenistan edge Bangladesh to reach CAVA Cup final  Dhaka Tribune

Bangladesh lost in a close fight against Turkmenistan - daily-sun.comBangladesh lost in a close fight against Turkmenistan  daily-sun.com

Trump to host leaders of Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan - Radar ArmeniaTrump to host leaders of Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan  Radar Armenia

Turkmenistan Defines National Steps for Adapting to Cryosphere Changes - unesco.orgTurkmenistan Defines National Steps for Adapting to Cryosphere Changes  unesco.org

Pussy Riot Member Detained at Polish Border on Turkmenistan’s Request - The Moscow TimesPussy Riot Member Detained at Polish Border on Turkmenistan’s Request  The Moscow Times

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 Orders Cultural Performers To Lose Weight -- Or Their Jobs - Radio Free Europe/Radio LibertyTurkmenistan Orders Cultural Performers To Lose Weight -- Or Their Jobs  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

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

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

Driving ban puts brakes on young women in Turkmenistan - The HinduDriving ban puts brakes on young women in Turkmenistan  The Hindu

Breath of hope: How oxygen is saving Turkmenistan’s babies - UnicefBreath of hope: How oxygen is saving Turkmenistan’s babies  Unicef

Bandaru Wilsonbabu appointed as Indias next ambassador to Turkmenistan - Tribune IndiaBandaru Wilsonbabu appointed as Indias next ambassador to Turkmenistan  Tribune India

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

Opinion: Gas, Geopolitics, and Realism: U.S.–Turkmenistan Talks Signal Shift - The Times Of Central AsiaOpinion: Gas, Geopolitics, and Realism: U.S.–Turkmenistan Talks Signal Shift  The Times Of Central Asia

OSCE trains Turkmenistan’s IT students in responsible use of Artificial Intelligence - Organization for Security and Co-operation in EuropeOSCE trains Turkmenistan’s IT students in responsible use of Artificial Intelligence  Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe

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

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

The silent crisis: Abortion and reproductive rights in Turkmenistan - EurasianetThe silent crisis: Abortion and reproductive rights in Turkmenistan  Eurasianet

One of the world’s most isolated countries, this former Soviet state is showing signs it’s ready for more tourists - CNNOne of the world’s most isolated countries, this former Soviet state is showing signs it’s ready for more tourists  CNN

Capitoline Museums – exhibition “Ancient civilisations of Turkmenistan” - Ministero degli Esteri e della Cooperazione InternazionaleCapitoline Museums – exhibition “Ancient civilisations of Turkmenistan”  Ministero degli Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale

Kazakhstan, Afghanistan discuss creation of transit corridor via Turkmenistan - Trend News AgencyKazakhstan, Afghanistan discuss creation of transit corridor via Turkmenistan  Trend News Agency