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.

The delegation of Turkmenistan took part in the international conference “The New World Order: Geopolitical Aspects and Global Challenges”

On June 15, 2025, the delegation of Turkmenistan headed by the Chairman of the Democratic Party of Turkmenistan A.Serdarov took part in the international conference “The New World Order: Geopolitical Aspects and Global Challenges”, held in the city of Shusha, Azerbaijan Republic. This is reported by the news agency of diplomatic missions.

Turkmenistan to Participate in International Economic Forum in Russia

Turkmenistan will participate in the International Economic Forum set to take place in Russia from June 17-21, 2025. The Turkmen delegation will be led by Deputy Prime Minister N. Atagulyev.

Turkmenistan Participates in CIS Interior Ministry Meeting on Combating Organized Crime

A meeting of heads of operational units from the Ministries of Internal Affairs of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) member states was held in the capital of Kazakhstan, focusing on combating organized crime. Turkmenistan was among the participants in this interstate event, alongside representatives from Russia, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Belarus, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan, as reported by TASS.

Political consultations were held between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela

International Conference titled “Peace, Sustainable Development and Migration” held in Ashgabat

Caspian Operation: "Neptune" Rig Delivered from Turkmenistan to Azerbaijan

The "Neptune" drilling rig has been successfully moved from the Turkmen sector of the Caspian Sea to Azerbaijan. The maritime operation lasted three days and involved vessels from the Azerbaijan Caspian Shipping Company (ASCO), part of the AZCON holding. This information comes from the official website of the Agency for Transport and Communications under the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan.

The working visit of the Ambassador of Turkmenistan the Republic of the Philippines

Consultations on consular issues were held between Turkmenistan and the Republic of Armenia

Pakistan launches first freight rail line to Russia via Turkmenistan

Pakistan will inaugurate its first freight rail line to Russia on June 22, with a train departing from Lahore, announced Railways Minister Muhammad Hanif Abbasi at a press conference.

Ashgabat International Airport Launches Entertainment Resource for Passengers

Ashgabat International Airport announced on its website the launch of a modern information and entertainment platform available via its internal Wi-Fi network within the airport.

Turkmenistan’s President launched harvest season in Ak Bugday district

President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov kicked off the country’s grain harvest during a working visit to the Ak Bugday district in the Ahal velayat, according to Turkmenistan’s official state media.

Shipping prepares for huge investments in decarbonization

The global shipping industry is undergoing a net-zero transformation, impacting supply chains, business models, ships, ports, and the workforce. New IMO regulations for net-zero fuels and emissions, set for October adoption, emphasize the need for significant investment in decarbonization, including scaling up alternative fuel production and upgrading port infrastructure. This "complete transformation" requires ecosystem-wide collaboration, reported on the official website of the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

Conference "Towards New Peaks of Sustainable Development Through the Digital Economy"

On June 11, 2025, a scientific and practical conference titled "Towards New Peaks of Sustainable Development Through the Digital Economy" was held in the conference hall of the Marine Secondary Professional School of Turkmenbashi city. The event, dedicated to Science Day, was jointly organized by the "Turkmendenizderyayollary" Agency, the Turkmenbashi City Council of Balkan Velayat, and the Makhtumkuli Youth Organization of Turkmenistan. The conference was attended by teachers, students, and representatives of public organizations from the Marine Secondary Professional School of Turkmenbashi.

Delegation of Turkmenistan took part in the 71st meeting of the UN Tourism Commission for Europe

From 4 to 6 June 2025, the 71st meeting of the UN Tourism Commission for Europe was held in Baku. The delegation of Turkmenistan headed by the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Federal Republic of Germany, Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan to the UN Tourism B.Rejepov took part in the event. This is reported on the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

President of Uzbekistan Receives Deputy Prime Minister of Turkmenistan Overseeing Trade Sector

On June 10-12, 2025, within the framework of the Tashkent International Investment Forum, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev received Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, Nokerguly Atagulyev, according to the official website of Uzbekistan.