Turkmenistan.
country in Central Asia
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What's happening
Active this week
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Turkmenistan seeks economic cooperation with Austria, exploring ties through the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber in Vienna.Some support1 report
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Turkmenistan is expanding its export potential by shipping goods, including cotton yarn, to Türkiye, Kyrgyzstan, and the UAE.Some support1 report
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The Cabinet of Ministers held meetings in Turkmenistan, where Serdar Berdimuhamedov serves as head of state.Some support2 reports
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Turkmenistan's Cabinet of Ministers approved modernization measures, including partnerships with China for gas treatment and energy upgrades.Some support1 report
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Turkmenistan's Cabinet of Ministers discussed efforts to align national standards with World Trade Organization requirements.Some support1 report
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Turkmenistan's Cabinet of Ministers held meetings while parliamentarians conducted working visits to Tajikistan, Tanzania, and Andorra.Some support1 report
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The TAPI gas pipeline connects Afghanistan and Pakistan, while Turkmenistan seeks expanded US cooperation and supports the gas project.Well supported13 reports
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Oil and gas projects are implemented in the Turkmen sector of the Caspian Sea.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Turkmennebit signed an MoU with China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) for oil and gas operations in the Caspian Sea.Some support1 report
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Georgia and Turkmenistan discussed expanding bilateral trade and transport cooperation within the United Nations framework.Some support2 reports
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Turkmenistan hosts a regional meeting focused on strengthening multilateral and regional cooperation within Central Asia.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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A conference was held in Ashgabat, the capital city of Turkmenistan.Some support1 report
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The EU has set methane intensity standards for imports, which will drive gas export potential.Some support1 report
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Turkmenistan discussed expanding trade and economic cooperation within the United Nations framework.Well supported18 reports5 developments inside
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Turkmenistan's state policy supports food security and market saturation, with grain production strengthening domestic food security.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The State Food Industry Association was authorized to build a new plant in Turkmenistan.Some support1 report
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Leadership drives strategic partnership to connect India to Central Asia via Chabahar.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Azerbaijan facilitates energy transit and green energy cooperation with Central Asian neighbors, including Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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The sovereign state of Turkmenistan is establishing its oil development base in the Caspian Sea.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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Religious heads from Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan attended an OTS meeting held in Azerbaijan, where Arpaguş also spoke.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan are expanding trade and diplomatic links with Iran.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A Turkmen delegation visited Wuhan, where the Turkmen leader held talks with Xi Jinping regarding bilateral relations.Some support2 reports
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High-level talks regarding the upcoming CIS summit and Central Asia meetings involving Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan.Well supported9 reports5 developments inside
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President of Uzbekistan met with Turkmenistan officials to discuss expanding trade and regional cooperation.Some support1 report
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High-level talks in Turkmenistan discussed chairmanship priorities involving the CIS Bloc.Some support3 reports
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A presidential visit is planned between Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan to expand bilateral cooperation.Well supported6 reports
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Japanese agencies met with Turkmen delegation to discuss joint hydrogen research and specialist training.Some support1 report
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Turkmenistan is developing its national AI strategy through cooperation with OpenAI and the United Nations Development Programme.Some support1 report
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High-level talks between Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan focused on expanding bilateral cooperation in trade, energy, and transport sectors.Well supported12 reports3 developments inside
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A summit involving Turkmenistan in Armenia focused on the environmental well-being of the Caspian Sea and Aral Sea basin ecosystems.Some support1 report
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Turkmenistan's Head of State is leading industrial modernization programs.Some support3 reports4 developments inside
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Nikol Pashinyan will travel to Turkmenistan for a summit, and Masoud Pezeshkian has been invited to attend a CIS meeting there.Well supported8 reports1 development inside
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Turkmenistan affirmed its commitment to the UN Charter and highlighted CICA's importance, while Azerbaijan chaired the CICA format.Some support1 report
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Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan's rural economies and agriculture depend heavily on the flow of the Amu Darya river.Some support1 report
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A minister visited Turkmenistan for cultural ties, and leaders conveyed greetings to develop bilateral relations between Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan.Well supported14 reports2 developments inside
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Gurbanmammet Elyasov serves as Turkmenistan's ambassador to Azerbaijan, leading to shared cultural projects and donations.Some support1 report
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Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan expanded their strategic partnership and strengthened bilateral ties on October 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Iran seeks to expand cooperation within ECO, focusing on bilateral relations regarding energy, trade, and transit with partners like Turkmenistan.Well supported4 reports
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A new project focuses on regional cooperation and resilience among Central Asian states.Well supported5 reports14 developments inside
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A drone threat forced aircraft returning from Turkmenistan to divert to St. Petersburg, impacting Moscow airspace.Some support1 report
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Sadyr Japarov participated in a meeting held in Turkmenistan on October 9, 2026.Some support3 reports
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TotalEnergies and Bouygues are expanding trade and energy cooperation in Turkmenistan through major projects.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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SPE representatives held discussions regarding energy cooperation with Turkmenistan.Some support1 report
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President of Turkmenistan signed decrees aimed at bolstering the country's healthcare system.Some support2 reports
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The World Health Organization and Turkmenistan discussed cooperation in public health on October 11, 2026.Some support1 report
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Vladimir Putin and Masoud Pezeshkian are scheduled to attend a summit in Turkmenistan, where Iran's NPT withdrawal may be discussed.Well supported11 reports
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The Chamber of Commerce hosted a national forum in Turkmenistan, which included participation from the Academy of Sciences.Some support1 report
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Trump and Putin agreed on oil sales during a Turkmenistan summit, driven by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.Some support1 report
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Belarus participates in CIS under Turkmen chairmanship, seeking integration benefits from the structure.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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Turkmenistan is seeking to strengthen the management of the Caspian Sea, coinciding with a UN assessment of data gaps in the region.Some support3 reports
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An environmental summit was held on the Caspian Sea involving Turkmenistan, with Azerbaijan joining the Central Asian format.Well supported12 reports1 development inside
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Putin visited Turkmenistan for a CIS meeting, and Peskov spoke on behalf of the Kremlin regarding the event.Some support3 reports
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Turkmenistan promotes cooperation with the media entity MIR.Some support1 report
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Nikol Pashinyan spoke at a CIS Council meeting in Turkmenistan and signed a regulation on state border delimitation.Some support4 reports
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Turkmenistan's President met with Vladimir Putin to discuss bilateral cooperation, trade, and strategic partnership.Some support1 report
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Leaders, including Nikol Pashinyan, discussed strengthening bilateral relations between his country and Turkmenistan.Some support1 report
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The Caspian Sea region, including cities like Baku and Ashgabat, is developing into a vital economic bridge between Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A summit cemented the geopolitical transformation of Trans-Caspian space, focusing on capitalizing on Caspian maritime assets for logistics routes.Some support1 report
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An exhibition showcasing Azerbaijani cultural heritage was held in the Turkmen museum in Ashgabat on June 6, 2026.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev attended a cultural event in Turkmenistan where countries displayed their national products and traditions.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Turkmenistan
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News at the entities that move Turkmenistan most-
United Nations StructuralNicoletta advocated for a United Nations treaty concerning human rights on October 25, 2026.Moves Turkmenistan
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Commonwealth of Independent States StructuralKazakhstan has been ranked second among the member states of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS).Moves Turkmenistan
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Caspian Sea StructuralCountries plan new pipelines across the Caspian Sea region.Moves Turkmenistan
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Cabinet of Ministers StructuralCabinet of Ministers published damage figures and Sergii Koretskyi was interviewed by BBC News.Moves Turkmenistan
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Azerbaijan OperationalTensions exist between Turkish adviser Oktay Saral and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev.Moves Turkmenistan
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China StructuralLeaders of China and Egypt participated in the 2013 Doha Round talks, agreeing on global recovery and financial reforms.Moves Turkmenistan
Connections
The 40 strongest of 506, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Ashgabat Structural
Ashgabat functions as the administrative and political capital of Turkmenistan, hosting its government and international institutions.
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Azerbaijan Operational
Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan maintain a deep, strategic bilateral partnership focused on energy, trade, transport, and cultural cooperation.
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China Structural
China and Turkmenistan maintain a strategic partnership centered on the ongoing supply of natural gas via a dedicated pipeline, with China being the dominant customer.
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United Nations Structural
Turkmenistan is a formal member state of the United Nations and actively participates in its international cooperation and security initiatives.
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Commonwealth of Independent States Structural
Turkmenistan maintains formal member or associate status within the Commonwealth of Independent States, actively participating in regional summits and councils.
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Georgia Operational
The two states maintain active bilateral cooperation focused on expanding trade, energy transit, and logistical corridors.
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Kazakhstan Operational
The relationship is characterized by deepening bilateral cooperation, strategic partnership, and active cross-border trade and diplomatic coordination.
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Uzbekistan Operational
Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan maintain a strategic partnership characterized by active bilateral cooperation in trade, energy, and regional development.
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Malaysia Structural
Malaysia and Turkmenistan maintain a strategic, long-term structural partnership focused on joint development and securing energy reserves.
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Caspian Sea Structural
Turkmenistan's economy and geopolitical function are structurally dependent on the Caspian Sea for hydrocarbon resources, trade logistics, and environmental stewardship.
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Mary Region Structural
Mary Region is a defined administrative and geographic subdivision of Turkmenistan.
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Cabinet of Ministers Structural
The Cabinet of Ministers functions as the formal executive body responsible for implementing state policy and managing the affairs of Turkmenistan.
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Bangladesh Operational
Turkmenistan and Bangladesh maintain an operational relationship characterized by bilateral trade, supply chain collaboration, and economic cooperation.
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Belarus Structural
Belarus and Turkmenistan maintain a structural relationship defined by bilateral economic cooperation and participation in the CIS structure, which is currently chaired by Turkmenistan.
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Anwar Ibrahim Operational
Anwar Ibrahim and Turkmenistan engage in official diplomatic visits and bilateral talks focused on enhancing political and energy cooperation.
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Türkiye Operational
Türkiye and Turkmenistan maintain an active operational relationship characterized by bilateral trade and regional diplomatic cooperation.
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Ilham Aliyev Operational
Aliyev and Turkmenistan maintain an active bilateral relationship characterized by high-level diplomatic visits and discussions of economic cooperation.
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Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow Structural
A holds the formal office of National Leader of Turkmenistan, establishing a leadership dependency on the state.
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Masoud Pezeshkian Operational
Pezeshkian engages in high-level diplomatic interactions, including summits and official visits, within Turkmenistan.
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Türkmennebit Structural
The company operates under the mandates and resource framework of the Turkmenistani state.
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Nikol Pashinyan Operational
Nikol Pashinyan and Turkmenistan are actively engaging in high-level diplomatic talks to expand bilateral trade and economic relations.
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Kyrgyzstan Structural
Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan maintain a structural relationship characterized by formal bilateral cooperation and critical cross-border supply of goods and fuel.
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Pakistan Operational
The relationship is defined by active bilateral cooperation, trade seeking, and the TAPI gas pipeline infrastructure.
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Seoul Operational
Seoul and Turkmenistan engage in active diplomatic and business cooperation, evidenced by recent high-level summits and joint venture planning.
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Afghanistan Structural
Turkmenistan utilizes Afghanistan as a critical transit corridor for the TAPI gas pipeline while engaging in deepening bilateral economic cooperation.
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Lee Jae Myung Operational
Lee Jae Myung and Turkmenistan are engaged in active cooperation regarding energy projects and critical mineral supply chains.
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Amu Darya Structural
Turkmenistan's rural economies are structurally dependent on the flows of the Amu Darya river.
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UNICEF Operational
UNICEF maintains an active partnership with the government of Turkmenistan, focusing on social services, education, and children's investments.
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Vladimir Putin Operational
Putin and Turkmenistan maintain an operational strategic partnership characterized by high-level diplomatic summits and bilateral cooperation.
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general assembly Structural
Turkmenistan utilizes the General Assembly as a formal platform to present political initiatives and resolutions.
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Petronas Carigali Structural
Petronas Carigali operates under long-term, authorized agreements and holds a significant interest in oil and gas blocks within Turkmenistan.
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China National Petroleum Corporation Operational
CNPC and Turkmenistan maintain an active partnership focused on gas development within Turkmenistan's territory.
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academy of sciences Structural
The Academy of Sciences functions under the mandate and utilization of the Turkmenistani leadership for national development goals.
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Shavkat Mirziyoyev Operational
The relationship is characterized by active bilateral cooperation, diplomatic summits, and the signing of strategic partnership treaties.
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Gurbanmammet Elyasov Structural
Gurbanmammet Elyasov serves as an ambassador representing the interests of Turkmenistan.
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Li Guoliang Transactional
Li Guoliang announced scholarships specifically for students from Turkmenistan.
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Turkmen State Institute of Architecture and Construction Structural
The state provides the necessary foundation and mandate for the institute's existence and function.
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Erkin Tuniyaz Transactional
A led a Chinese delegation to Turkmenistan.
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Iraq Transactional
Iraq is currently seeking urgent gas imports from Turkmenistan to meet its energy needs.
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Armenia Operational
Ongoing bilateral cooperation and diplomatic engagement are characterized by expanding trade and peace talks.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
39 events- Turkmenistan seeks economic cooperation with Austria, exploring ties through the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber in Vienna.
- Turkmenistan is expanding its export potential by shipping goods, including cotton yarn, to Türkiye, Kyrgyzstan, and the UAE.
- The Cabinet of Ministers held meetings in Turkmenistan, where Serdar Berdimuhamedov serves as head of state.
- Turkmenistan's Cabinet of Ministers approved modernization measures, including partnerships with China for gas treatment and energy upgrades.
- Turkmenistan's Cabinet of Ministers discussed efforts to align national standards with World Trade Organization requirements.
- Turkmenistan's Cabinet of Ministers held meetings while parliamentarians conducted working visits to Tajikistan, Tanzania, and Andorra.
- Oil and gas projects are implemented in the Turkmen sector of the Caspian Sea.
- Turkmennebit signed an MoU with China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) for oil and gas operations in the Caspian Sea.
- Georgia and Turkmenistan discussed expanding bilateral trade and transport cooperation within the United Nations framework.
- A conference was held in Ashgabat, the capital city of Turkmenistan.
- The EU has set methane intensity standards for imports, which will drive gas export potential.
- The State Food Industry Association was authorized to build a new plant in Turkmenistan.
- Azerbaijan facilitates energy transit and green energy cooperation with Central Asian neighbors, including Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan.
- President of Uzbekistan met with Turkmenistan officials to discuss expanding trade and regional cooperation.
- Japanese agencies met with Turkmen delegation to discuss joint hydrogen research and specialist training.
- Turkmenistan is developing its national AI strategy through cooperation with OpenAI and the United Nations Development Programme.
- A summit involving Turkmenistan in Armenia focused on the environmental well-being of the Caspian Sea and Aral Sea basin ecosystems.
- Nikol Pashinyan will travel to Turkmenistan for a summit, and Masoud Pezeshkian has been invited to attend a CIS meeting there.
- Turkmenistan affirmed its commitment to the UN Charter and highlighted CICA's importance, while Azerbaijan chaired the CICA format.
- Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan's rural economies and agriculture depend heavily on the flow of the Amu Darya river.
- Gurbanmammet Elyasov serves as Turkmenistan's ambassador to Azerbaijan, leading to shared cultural projects and donations.
- Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan expanded their strategic partnership and strengthened bilateral ties on October 1, 2026.
- A drone threat forced aircraft returning from Turkmenistan to divert to St. Petersburg, impacting Moscow airspace.
- Sadyr Japarov participated in a meeting held in Turkmenistan on October 9, 2026.
- SPE representatives held discussions regarding energy cooperation with Turkmenistan.
- President of Turkmenistan signed decrees aimed at bolstering the country's healthcare system.
- The World Health Organization and Turkmenistan discussed cooperation in public health on October 11, 2026.
- Vladimir Putin and Masoud Pezeshkian are scheduled to attend a summit in Turkmenistan, where Iran's NPT withdrawal may be discussed.
- The Chamber of Commerce hosted a national forum in Turkmenistan, which included participation from the Academy of Sciences.
- Trump and Putin agreed on oil sales during a Turkmenistan summit, driven by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
- Turkmenistan is seeking to strengthen the management of the Caspian Sea, coinciding with a UN assessment of data gaps in the region.
- An environmental summit was held on the Caspian Sea involving Turkmenistan, with Azerbaijan joining the Central Asian format.
- Putin visited Turkmenistan for a CIS meeting, and Peskov spoke on behalf of the Kremlin regarding the event.
- Turkmenistan promotes cooperation with the media entity MIR.
- Nikol Pashinyan spoke at a CIS Council meeting in Turkmenistan and signed a regulation on state border delimitation.
- Turkmenistan's President met with Vladimir Putin to discuss bilateral cooperation, trade, and strategic partnership.
- Leaders, including Nikol Pashinyan, discussed strengthening bilateral relations between his country and Turkmenistan.
- A summit cemented the geopolitical transformation of Trans-Caspian space, focusing on capitalizing on Caspian maritime assets for logistics routes.
- Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev attended a cultural event in Turkmenistan where countries displayed their national products and traditions.
September 2026
5 events- Turkmenistan hosts a regional meeting focused on strengthening multilateral and regional cooperation within Central Asia.
- Religious heads from Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan attended an OTS meeting held in Azerbaijan, where Arpaguş also spoke.
- High-level talks regarding the upcoming CIS summit and Central Asia meetings involving Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan.
- High-level talks in Turkmenistan discussed chairmanship priorities involving the CIS Bloc.
- TotalEnergies and Bouygues are expanding trade and energy cooperation in Turkmenistan through major projects.
August 2026
2 eventsShow 2 earlier months
July 2026
4 events- The TAPI gas pipeline connects Afghanistan and Pakistan, while Turkmenistan seeks expanded US cooperation and supports the gas project.
- Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan are expanding trade and diplomatic links with Iran.
- Iran seeks to expand cooperation within ECO, focusing on bilateral relations regarding energy, trade, and transit with partners like Turkmenistan.
- Belarus participates in CIS under Turkmen chairmanship, seeking integration benefits from the structure.
June 2026
10 events- Turkmenistan discussed expanding trade and economic cooperation within the United Nations framework.
- Turkmenistan's state policy supports food security and market saturation, with grain production strengthening domestic food security.
- The sovereign state of Turkmenistan is establishing its oil development base in the Caspian Sea.
- A Turkmen delegation visited Wuhan, where the Turkmen leader held talks with Xi Jinping regarding bilateral relations.
- A presidential visit is planned between Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan to expand bilateral cooperation.
- High-level talks between Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan focused on expanding bilateral cooperation in trade, energy, and transport sectors.
- Turkmenistan's Head of State is leading industrial modernization programs.
- A minister visited Turkmenistan for cultural ties, and leaders conveyed greetings to develop bilateral relations between Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan.
- The Caspian Sea region, including cities like Baku and Ashgabat, is developing into a vital economic bridge between Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan.
- An exhibition showcasing Azerbaijani cultural heritage was held in the Turkmen museum in Ashgabat on June 6, 2026.