On October 23, 2023, in Luxembourg, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov took part in the 19th ministerial meeting “Central Asia - European Union”. In his statement, he highlighted the main areas of cooperation with the EU and priorities in interaction, which are aimed at the long term. First, the importance of maintaining international peace and security is emphasized. In this context, the head of Foreign ministry especially drew attention to the initiative to devel...

Throughout the entire period of its independence, neutral Turkmenistan has pursued an open and predictable domestic and foreign policy in all spheres of life of the state and society.  At the same time, our country has been firmly following the path of implementing large-scale and long-term national programs aimed at strengthening the foundations of the state structure, creating a diversified economic system, solving important social problems, and improving the standard of living of the Turkm...

Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Brussels Sapar Palvanov held a meeting with Deputy of the House of Representatives of Belgium Tim Vandenput, Chairman of the interparliamentary friendship group "Belgium-Turkmenistan". During the conversation, the Turkmen diplomat stressed the importance of activating the inter-parliamentary dialogue and called the creation of the above-mentioned friendship group in 2020 an impulse in bilateral cooperation between the legislative bodies of the two countries. I...

On 22nd September, the European External Action Service (EEAS) convened a meeting in Bruges to discuss the potential development of a bespoke executive training program for diplomats and officials from Central Asia. The program aims to deepen their understanding of the EU, its external actions, and key policies pertinent to EU-Central Asia relations. The meeting was graced by the presence of the rector of the College of Europe, Ms. Federica Mogherini, who formerly held the position of High Re...

On 20 September 2023, Sapar Palvanov, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Kingdom of Belgium, met with Vladimir Dlouhi, President of Eurochambres, and CEO Ben Butters to discuss prospects for cooperation. Ambassador Palvanov highlighted the numerous business opportunities in Turkmenistan and the potential for cooperation between Eurochambres and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan. He stressed that the Chamber is a key facilitator of the interests of the country’s broad busines...

Yesterday, at the European Parliament, an exhibition titled "Bridging Horizons: A Cultural Odyssey from Central Asia and Mongolia to the European Parliament" took place. The event showcased unique exhibits representing the cultural traditions of Central Asia and Mongolia. The opening ceremony was led by MEP Tomáš Zdechovský, chairman of the European Parliament's Group on Central Asia and Mongolia. Ambassadors from the region were also given the opportunity to speak. Today, as we stand bene...

On September 18, 2023, the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a meeting with the President of the European Council Charles Michel in New York. As the head of state noted, Turkmenistan attaches great importance to strengthening friendly ties and constructive dialogue with the EU, which is expanding every year, covering new areas of interaction. In this context, the successful cooperation of Turkmenistan with this international structure, both in a bilateral format and with...