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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The historic city of Mary will host the Turkmenistan Schoolboys National Championships - asbcnewsThe historic city of Mary will host the Turkmenistan Schoolboys National Championships  asbcnews

Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan Finalize $555 Million Investment and Trade Agreement - The Times Of Central AsiaKazakhstan and Turkmenistan Finalize $555 Million Investment and Trade Agreement  The Times Of Central Asia

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

Trade turnover between Turkmenistan and Tajikistan increases by more than 85% in seven months - qazinform.comTrade turnover between Turkmenistan and Tajikistan increases by more than 85% in seven months  qazinform.com

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

WHO and Turkmenistan develop National Strategic Plan for Tuberculosis Control 2026–2030 - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO and Turkmenistan develop National Strategic Plan for Tuberculosis Control 2026–2030  World Health Organization (WHO)

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

Looking Back at a Hot Railroad Summer for Central Asia and Afghanistan - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineLooking Back at a Hot Railroad Summer for Central Asia and Afghanistan  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Turkmenistan launches tender for mosque construction in Fuzuli - AzerNewsTurkmenistan launches tender for mosque construction in Fuzuli  AzerNews

Ding Xuexiang Meets Respectively with Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa and Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov - ??????Ding Xuexiang Meets Respectively with Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa and Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov  ??????

Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC3) Opens in Awaza, Turkmenistan, Mobilizing Global Partnerships for Inclusive Prosperity | Office of the High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Develo - Welcome to the United NationsThird United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC3) Opens in Awaza, Turkmenistan, Mobilizing Global Partnerships for Inclusive Prosperity | Office of the High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Develo  Welcome to the United Nations

Trade between Serbia and Turkmenistan making fresh milestones - Trend News AgencyTrade between Serbia and Turkmenistan making fresh milestones  Trend News Agency

Turkmenistan national duped in Gurgaon by three men posing as officials - The Times of IndiaTurkmenistan national duped in Gurgaon by three men posing as officials  The Times of India

Afghanistan and Turkmenistan discuss expanding energy cooperation - AnewZAfghanistan and Turkmenistan discuss expanding energy cooperation  AnewZ

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

Turkmenistan advances trade facilitation with German GIZ support - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan advances trade facilitation with German GIZ support  Trend News Agency

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

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

National Breastfeeding Week - UnicefNational Breastfeeding Week  Unicef

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 Could Lose Big From China-Russia Gas Deals - energyintel.comTurkmenistan Could Lose Big From China-Russia Gas Deals  energyintel.com

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

Turkmenistan Withdraws From the ABU Song Festival 2025 - Eurovoix WorldTurkmenistan Withdraws From the ABU Song Festival 2025  Eurovoix World

Uzbekistan reveals trade turnover with Turkmenistan - Trend News AgencyUzbekistan reveals trade turnover with Turkmenistan  Trend News Agency

Pussy Riot Member Niyazova Released From Custody in Poland - The Moscow TimesPussy Riot Member Niyazova Released From Custody in Poland  The Moscow Times

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

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

Strengthening zoonotic disease prevention – WHO concludes technical advisory mission to Turkmenistan - World Health Organization (WHO)Strengthening zoonotic disease prevention – WHO concludes technical advisory mission to Turkmenistan  World Health Organization (WHO)

Turkmenistan, IRU keen to give TIR system much-needed facelift - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan, IRU keen to give TIR system much-needed facelift  Trend News Agency

Landlocked but not left behind: UN summit in Turkmenistan wraps with bold new roadmap - Welcome to the United NationsLandlocked but not left behind: UN summit in Turkmenistan wraps with bold new roadmap  Welcome to the United Nations

WHO boosts virological surveillance and pandemic influenza preparedness in Turkmenistan - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO boosts virological surveillance and pandemic influenza preparedness in Turkmenistan  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)

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

Tehran, Ashgabat push to boost rail transit, target 20m tons - Tehran TimesTehran, Ashgabat push to boost rail transit, target 20m tons  Tehran Times

Turkmenistan, EU discuss TAPI and TAP projects in Islamabad - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan, EU discuss TAPI and TAP projects in Islamabad  Trend News Agency

Turkmenistan to Send Tents, Food, Other Aid to Afghanistan; Quake Toll Rises - The Times Of Central AsiaTurkmenistan to Send Tents, Food, Other Aid to Afghanistan; Quake Toll Rises  The Times Of Central Asia

OSCE promotes youth engagement in climate change issues in Turkmenistan - Organization for Security and Co-operation in EuropeOSCE promotes youth engagement in climate change issues in Turkmenistan  Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe

AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Indian football team beats Turkmenistan 7-0 - Olympics.comAFC U20 Women's Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Indian football team beats Turkmenistan 7-0  Olympics.com

Turkmenistan’s state exchange buzzes as polypropylene tops export bids - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan’s state exchange buzzes as polypropylene tops export bids  Trend News Agency

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

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

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

Championing environmental and social inclusivity: Mira (Kyrgyzstan), Gulshat (Turkmenistan) and Nigina (Uzbekistan) - Organization for Security and Co-operation in EuropeChampioning environmental and social inclusivity: Mira (Kyrgyzstan), Gulshat (Turkmenistan) and Nigina (Uzbekistan)  Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe

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

In Turkmenistan, Non-Turkmen Public Servants Pressured to “Turkmenize” Their Names - The Times Of Central AsiaIn Turkmenistan, Non-Turkmen Public Servants Pressured to “Turkmenize” Their Names  The Times Of Central Asia

Trilateral Summit in Turkmenistan Focuses on Transport, Energy, and Trade - The Times Of Central AsiaTrilateral Summit in Turkmenistan Focuses on Transport, Energy, and Trade  The Times Of Central Asia

Turkmenistan announces international tender for supply of spare parts for tugboat - turkmenportal.comTurkmenistan announces international tender for supply of spare parts for tugboat  turkmenportal.com

Turkmenistan launches tender for construction work at Ashgabat Creative Center - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan launches tender for construction work at Ashgabat Creative Center  Trend News Agency

India vs. China on the Trans-Afghan Rails: Why New Delhi Will Lean West via Kazakhstan–Turkmenistan - Daryo.uzIndia vs. China on the Trans-Afghan Rails: Why New Delhi Will Lean West via Kazakhstan–Turkmenistan  Daryo.uz

EU and CA Youth Forum starts in Turkmenistan | Turkmenistan News from Arzuw.news - Arzuw newsEU and CA Youth Forum starts in Turkmenistan | Turkmenistan News from Arzuw.news  Arzuw news

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

The Landlocked Gather in Turkmenistan to Confront an Age-old Conundrum - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineThe Landlocked Gather in Turkmenistan to Confront an Age-old Conundrum  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

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

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)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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)

SCO Secretary-General Meets with the Ambassador of Turkmenistan - sectsco.orgSCO Secretary-General Meets with the Ambassador of Turkmenistan  sectsco.org

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)

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

"We Finally Killed The Gateway To Hell": Turkmenistan Extinguishes 54-Year Desert Fire That Burned Since The Soviet Era - Sustainability Times"We Finally Killed The Gateway To Hell": Turkmenistan Extinguishes 54-Year Desert Fire That Burned Since The Soviet Era  Sustainability Times

Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan meets with Special Representative of Finland to OSCE - AKI PressForeign Minister of Turkmenistan meets with Special Representative of Finland to OSCE  AKI Press

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

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 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

UNDP and the Ministry of Communications of Turkmenistan Conduct Digital Transformation Trainings for Public and Private Sectors - UNDPUNDP and the Ministry of Communications of Turkmenistan Conduct Digital Transformation Trainings for Public and Private Sectors  UNDP

OSCE seminar addresses implementation of OSCE Vienna Document 2011 on confidence- and security-building measures in Turkmenistan - Organization for Security and Co-operation in EuropeOSCE seminar addresses implementation of OSCE Vienna Document 2011 on confidence- and security-building measures in Turkmenistan  Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe

Iraq Seeks Alternative Gas Import Routes Through Turkmenistan Amid Sanctions Challenge - The Times Of Central AsiaIraq Seeks Alternative Gas Import Routes Through Turkmenistan Amid Sanctions Challenge  The Times Of Central Asia

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

Turkmenistan and Iran to Build Dual-Gauge Rail Lines at Sarakhs Border Crossing - The Times Of Central AsiaTurkmenistan and Iran to Build Dual-Gauge Rail Lines at Sarakhs Border Crossing  The Times Of Central Asia

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

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)

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

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

US Hosts Annual Bilateral Consultation With Turkmenistan - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineUS Hosts Annual Bilateral Consultation With Turkmenistan  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

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

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

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

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

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

Iran air channel for 'our own': Evacuation of Indians picks up pace, Turkmenistan steps in - Telegraph IndiaIran air channel for 'our own': Evacuation of Indians picks up pace, Turkmenistan steps in  Telegraph India

Sunny weather is forecast in Turkmenistan - Turkmenistan Altyn AsyrSunny weather is forecast in Turkmenistan  Turkmenistan Altyn Asyr

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 and UNICEF Take Key Step Toward New National Strategy on Early Childhood Development - UnicefTurkmenistan and UNICEF Take Key Step Toward New National Strategy on Early Childhood Development  Unicef

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

Turkmenistan at 30: a legacy of welcome, a future of progress - Euronews.comTurkmenistan at 30: a legacy of welcome, a future of progress  Euronews.com

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

Turkmenistan: Freedom in the World 2025 Country Report - Freedom HouseTurkmenistan: Freedom in the World 2025 Country Report  Freedom House

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

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

UN Special Rapporteur Urges Turkmenistan to Release Activist Murat Dushemov - The Times Of Central AsiaUN Special Rapporteur Urges Turkmenistan to Release Activist Murat Dushemov  The Times Of Central Asia