Playlist
Central Asian Expert Forum Kicks Off in Tashkent with Turkmenistan’s Participation
The 8th Central Asian Expert Forum opened in Tashkent, focusing on enhancing regional cooperation. The event brought together representatives of key think tanks and strategic research institutions from across Central Asia, including the Scientific Center for Strategic Studies at the Institute of International Relations of Turkmenistan’s Foreign Ministry, according to the MFA press service.
During the first session titled “A New Central Asia: Advancing the Architecture of Regional Partnership”, Turkmen expert Bekdurdy Amansaryev delivered a speech. He emphasized that Central Asia is evolving into more than just a geographical region — it is becoming a platform for political dialogue, economic integration, and humanitarian engagement.
Amansaryev outlined Turkmenistan’s contributions to the region’s development, including its work in peace and security, transport connectivity, energy cooperation, water management, environmental protection, and humanitarian partnerships.
He also highlighted that Turkmenistan’s permanent neutrality is not a form of isolation, but a basis for peacebuilding initiatives. The country reaffirms its commitment to strengthening ties with its Central Asian neighbors and shaping a fair, stable, and cooperative regional integration model.
Also read
Most viewed
National Leader of the Turkmen people pays working visit to Balkan region of Turkmenistan
The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, paid a working visit to the Balkan region of Turkmenistan today. During the trip, the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan reviewed issues related to the high-level organization of major international events scheduled to be held in Turkmenistan in 2026, in line with the country’s foreign policy strategy.
As part of the visit, the National Leader of Turkmenistan examined project proposals concerning the readiness of facilities planned for international events along the Caspian Sea coast. Attention was given to the landscaping of surrounding areas, the modern design of entrance zones, the level of interior equipment, the layout of venues for various stages of international forums, and the progress of interior finishing works in buildings intended for large-scale conferences.
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov emphasized that all necessary conditions must be created for international guests attending events in Turkmenistan. He also highlighted the importance of fully integrating digital technologies into these facilities and provided guidance to relevant officials.
During the working trip, the National Leader conducted an aerial inspection by helicopter over the Avaza National Tourist Zone, where he reviewed ongoing construction projects. Upon completion of the visit to the Balkan region of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov returned to Ashgabat.
Blitz