A meeting was held at the State Service of Maritime and River Transport of Turkmenistan with representatives of "AECOM Technical Services" (USA)

On October 29, 2026, a meeting was held at the headquarters of the State Service of Maritime and River Transport of Turkmenistan with a regional delegation of "AECOM Technical Services" (USA) under the Transport Corridor Technical Resilience (TCTR) program in Central Asia. During the meeting, the parties exchanged views on the extensive work being carried out to modernize the regional transport and logistics infrastructure, projects underway at the "Balkan" Shipyard and Ship Repair Facility, and the enhancement of interregional transport corridors.

Next Meeting on the Agreement on Marine Scientific Research in the Caspian Sea Begins

On October 27, 2026, the next meeting of authorized representatives of the Caspian littoral states began at the Caspian Sea Institute in Ashgabat. The main issue on the agenda is the discussion of the draft Agreement between the Governments of the Caspian littoral states on cooperation in the field of marine scientific research in the Caspian Sea.

Meeting of the Foreign Ministers of Turkmenistan and Georgia

International Conference and Exhibition “Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan – 2026”

Turkmenistan’s Delegation Participated in the SCO Council of Heads of Government Meeting

Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, H. Geldimyradov, attended the expanded meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states. At the meeting held in Dushanbe, he addressed the assembly as an honored guest representing the invited country.

An Online Training Session on Digital Solutions Held Within the Framework of the OSCE "Green Ports" Project

On 20 October 2026, an online training session was organized within the framework of the project "Promoting Green Ports and Connectivity in the Caspian Sea Region", implemented by the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) aimed at strengthening the environmental sustainability and transport-logistic infrastructure of the region. Relevant representatives from the State Service of Maritime and River Transport of Turkmenistan and the Turkmenbashi International Seaport participated in this international training session themed "Smart Ports, Sustainable Future: How Digitalization Is Driving the Green Transformation of Ports".

Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation of the Republic of Azerbaijan Visits Turkmenistan

Meeting of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan with the US Secretary of State

Delegation of Turkmenistan Participated in the 52nd Session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers

US Ambassador Holds Meeting at Turkmenbashi International Seaport

On October 14, 2026, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to Turkmenistan held an official meeting with the leadership of the Turkmenbashi International Seaport. At the beginning of the talks, the head of the diplomatic mission expressed gratitude for the hospitality extended. During the discussions, which took place in an atmosphere of mutual understanding and friendship, the parties exchanged views on developing economic and logistical cooperation at both regional and international levels.

Working Visit of the President of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Azerbaijan Begins

On October 15, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov arrived in the Republic of Azerbaijan to attend the 7th Summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA). This was reported by the official news agency "Atavatan-Turkmenistan".

The 5th Meeting of the DARYA High-Level Group Begins in Ashgabat

On 13 October 2026, the 5th Meeting of the High-Level Group of the DARYA Regional Programme commenced in Ashgabat. The meeting focuses on skills development in the context of the Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor.

The Caspian littoral states have agreed to establish a new Commission to counter the decline in the level of the Caspian Sea

Following the Caspian Ecological Summit held on October 9, 2026, in the "Avaza" National Tourist Zone in Turkmenistan, a historic Decision of the Heads of the Caspian Littoral States was adopted. In accordance with this document, a special five-party high-level task force is being established to combat the receding water levels and prevent the decline of the Caspian Sea level.

The First Caspian Environmental Summit Held in the Avaza National Tourist Zone

Russia to Develop Caspian Sea Research Program Until 2030 and Create Its Digital Twin

The President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, announced the development of a special state program covering the period until 2030, aimed at studying the ecological status of the Caspian Sea and forecasting changes in its water levels. The Russian leader made this statement during his speech at the Caspian Ecological Summit, held on October 9, 2026, in the "Avaza" National Tourist Zone in Turkmenistan.

CIS Council of Heads of State Meeting Held in Avaza

On October 9, 2026, the regular meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) was successfully held in the "Avaza" National Tourist Zone, Turkmenistan. Coinciding with the 35th anniversary of the organization's establishment and Turkmenistan's presidency of the CIS, this historic summit marked a significant step toward strengthening regional stability, security, and economic integration. The high-level meeting, held at the invitation of the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, was attended by the heads of state of Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and Azerbaijan, the Prime Minister of Armenia, and the Secretary General of the CIS. The international significance of the event was further elevated by the attendance of the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian, who joined the summit for the first time as a special guest.

At Turkmenistan's Initiative, 2029 Declared the "Year of Transport Connectivity"

Important decisions aimed at the future development of the region were adopted at the meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) held in the "Avaza" National Tourist Zone. In accordance with the decision, 2028 was declared the Year of Social Development and Quality of Life, and 2029 was declared the Year of Transport Connectivity within the Commonwealth. These initiatives aim to elevate economic and social cooperation among the member states to a new stage.

The Minister of Roads and Urban Development of the Islamic Republic of Iran Met with the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan

On October 7, 2026, a meeting was held in the "Avaza" National Tourist Zone between Batyr Annayev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan for Transport and Communications, and Farzaneh Sadegh, Minister of Roads and Urban Development of the Islamic Republic of Iran. The meeting took place on the sidelines of events organized within the framework of Turkmenistan's chairmanship of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) in 2026.

Meeting of the CIS Council of Foreign Ministers Held in Avaza

On October 7, 2026, a regular meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) was held in the Avaza National Tourist Zone.

CIS Summit in Awaza: International Events and High-Level Meetings Scheduled for October 7–9

From October 7 to 9, 2026, a series of high-level international events will be held in the Awaza National Tourist Zone as part of Turkmenistan's chairmanship of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS).