Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Holds Phone Call with Uzbek President Mirziyoyev

National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, held a phone conversation on Sunday with President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, according to Turkmenistan’s state media.

Turkmen Customs Chief Meets WCO Secretary General in Brussels

Chairman of the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan, Maksat Hudaykuliyev, met with World Customs Organization (WCO) Secretary General Ian Saunders during a working visit to Brussels for the 145th and 146th sessions of the WCO Council. Turkmenistan’s Ambassador to Belgium, Sapar Palvanov, also attended the meeting, according to the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Belgium.

Participation of the delegation of Turkmenistan in the UN International Forum on Public Service Issues in Samarkand

From 23 to 25 June 2025, the UN International Forum on Public Service was held in Samarkand. The delegation of Turkmenistan headed by the rector of the Academy of Public Service under the President of Turkmenistan A.Annamuradov took part in the forum.

Turkmenistan to Showcase Export Goods at Istanbul Expo in July

Turkmenistan will hold an exhibition of its export goods in Istanbul from July 2 to 5, 2025, aimed at promoting the country’s domestically produced goods on the international market.

The President of Turkmenistan received the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation

On Wednesday, June 25, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Sergey Lavrov.

A round table dedicated to the 25th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s cooperation with the Asian Development Bank was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan

On June 24, 2025, a round table dedicated to the 25th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s cooperation with the Asian Development Bank was held in the premises of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan.

Kazakhstan to upgrade Temir Baba checkpoint on Turkmenistan border this year

By the end of 2025, Kazakhstan will modernize five automobile checkpoints, including Temir Baba on the border with Turkmenistan. This was announced by Deputy Chairman of the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of Kazakhstan Bakytzhan Slyamov at a press conference.

Kazakhstan plans to increase cargo transportation to Turkmenistan

The Government of Kazakhstan has developed a draft law on ratification of the agreement on strategic cooperation in the field of transport, logistics and transit with the Government of Turkmenistan.

The Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the UN in Geneva held an international event entitled “International Dimension of Neutrality”

Turkmenistan and the European Union discussed regional security and development of Afghanistan

A meeting of the co-chairs of the Intergovernmental Turkmen-Russian Commission on Economic Cooperation was held in St. Petersburg

A meeting of the co-chairs of the Intergovernmental Turkmen-Russian Commission on Economic Cooperation, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Nokerguly Atagulyev and Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Marat Khusnullin, was held on the sidelines of St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.

Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan strengthen logistics cooperation through Caspian Sea ports

An international scientific and practical symposium titled "Multifaceted Cooperation of the Republic of Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan: Achievements and Prospects" was held on June 18, 2025. It was jointly organized by the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Center of Analysis of International Relations of Azerbaijan, marking "2025 – International Year of Peace and Trust" and the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality.

First freight train from Jinhua to pass through Turkmenistan

The first freight train from Jinhua City in China's Zhejiang Province departed for the Turkmenbashi port in Turkmenistan on June 20, 2025. This event marks the official opening of a new section of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Corridor.

Turkmenistan and the EU held the successive Human Rights Dialogue in Brussels

On 17 June 2025, the 17th Human Rights Dialogue between Turkmenistan and the European Union was held in Brussels. Within the framework of the mechanism, an exchange of views took place on a wide range of issues of mutual interest, including the implementation of national action plans in the field of human rights, strengthening the rule of law, ensuring gender equality, as well as cooperation within international structures. The official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reports.

Turkmenistan and Honduras Sign Joint Communique to Establish Diplomatic Relations

Turkmenistan and the Republic of Honduras officially established diplomatic relations on June 12, 2025, following a ceremonial signing ceremony at the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the United Nations in New York City. This was reported by the press service of the diplomatic mission.

Trade Turnover Between China and Central Asia Reaches Record High in January–May 2025

From January to May 2025, the volume of trade between China and the five Central Asian countries (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan) increased by 10.4% compared to the same period last year, reaching 286.42 billion yuan (approximately $39.91 billion). This was reported by the General Administration of Customs of China.

Turkmenbashi International Seaport and Pakistani Ports discussed expanding cooperation

On June 17, 2025, representatives of the Turkmenbashi International Seaport and representatives of the Pakistani ports of Gwadar and Karachi held a video conference to discuss cooperation in sharing experience in port management and operation.

President Berdymukhamedov met Xi Jinping in Astana

June 17, 2025 – On the sidelines of the second "China – Central Asia" summit in the Kazakh capital, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdymukhamedov held a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Astana. This was reported by official Turkmen media.

Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Iran Sign Protocol to Enhance Europe Rail Corridor

Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Iran have signed a protocol to expand cooperation on the development of a multimodal transport corridor connecting Central Asia to Europe, June 16, 2025, as reported by Turkmenistan’s official media.

Current issues of Turkmen-Slovenian partnership were discussed

On June 16, 2025, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with the State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Slovenia Marko Stucin. This is reported on the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.