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 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

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 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

Helping Parents Give Children the Best Start in Life: Training for Health Professionals in Turkmenistan - UnicefHelping Parents Give Children the Best Start in Life: Training for Health Professionals in Turkmenistan  Unicef

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

Turkey, Qatar, Russia, Iraq, Libya, Kazakhstan, Algeria, Azerbaijan, Saudi Arabia, And Turkmenistan Propel A Six-Point-Two Billion Dollar Breakthrough In Global Infrastructure Development - Travel And Tour WorldTurkey, Qatar, Russia, Iraq, Libya, Kazakhstan, Algeria, Azerbaijan, Saudi Arabia, And Turkmenistan Propel A Six-Point-Two Billion Dollar Breakthrough In Global Infrastructure Development  Travel And Tour World

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

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

Turkmenistan company launches mobile app for learning English - TelecompaperTurkmenistan company launches mobile app for learning English  Telecompaper

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

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

Building the Future of Social Work: Students Participate in the Family Needs Assessment in Turkmenistan - UnicefBuilding the Future of Social Work: Students Participate in the Family Needs Assessment in Turkmenistan  Unicef

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

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

Bangladesh rout Turkmenistan 7-0 to seal spot in AFC Women’s Asian Cup - - Daily ObserverBangladesh rout Turkmenistan 7-0 to seal spot in AFC Women’s Asian Cup -  Daily Observer

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

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

Turkmenistan sharpens its agro-preparation focus on wheat and cotton - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan sharpens its agro-preparation focus on wheat and cotton  Trend News Agency

Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan explore ways to enhance bilateral cooperation - AnewZAzerbaijan, Turkmenistan explore ways to enhance bilateral cooperation  AnewZ

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

Kashmiri parents seek MEA intervention as students stranded, denied entry into Turkmenistan - Kashmir News ServiceKashmiri parents seek MEA intervention as students stranded, denied entry into Turkmenistan  Kashmir News Service

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

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

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

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

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

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

«School of Entrepreneurs» of Turkmenistan invites you to courses - Turkmenistan Altyn Asyr«School of Entrepreneurs» of Turkmenistan invites you to courses  Turkmenistan Altyn Asyr

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

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

The World’s Largest Flaming Gas Crater Is Showing Signs of Dying Out - My Modern MetThe World’s Largest Flaming Gas Crater Is Showing Signs of Dying Out  My Modern Met

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

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

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 and Poland discussed issues of exchanging experience in the legislative sphere - turkmenportal.comTurkmenistan and Poland discussed issues of exchanging experience in the legislative sphere  turkmenportal.com

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

Central Asia changes its playbook - The Japan TimesCentral Asia changes its playbook  The Japan Times

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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)

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

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)

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

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

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

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

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

The Gate to Hell Is Dying: Turkmenistan’s fiery crater enters its final phase - Business TodayThe Gate to Hell Is Dying: Turkmenistan’s fiery crater enters its final phase  Business Today

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

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

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

The President of Turkmenistan congratulated the President of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela - Turkmenistan Altyn AsyrThe President of Turkmenistan congratulated the President of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela  Turkmenistan Altyn Asyr

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

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

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

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)

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

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

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

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 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)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

An exhibition of Turkmenistan's export goods is being held in Istanbul - Turkmenistan Altyn AsyrAn exhibition of Turkmenistan's export goods is being held in Istanbul  Turkmenistan Altyn Asyr

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

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

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

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

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

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