Playlist
The President of the People's Republic of China Invited to Visit Turkmenistan
19 Mar. 08:32During the friendly visit of the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, to the People's Republic of China, an important official meeting was held with President Xi Jinping. The talks in Beijing focused on reinforcing the comprehensive strategic partnership and exploring new avenues for bilateral cooperation. The meeting reaffirmed the commitment of both nations to maintaining a high-level political dialogue based on mutual trust and shared strategic goals.
A highlight of the diplomatic exchange was the delivery of an official invitation: Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov handed over a letter from President Serdar Berdimuhamedov addressed to President Xi Jinping. The letter cordially invites the Chinese leader to visit Turkmenistan at a time of his convenience. According to TDH, this gesture is a significant indicator of the deepening ties and reflects the importance Turkmenistan places on its relationship with one of the world's leading economies.
During the conversation, the Hero-Arkadag expressed his conviction that the upcoming visit of President Xi Jinping would open a new chapter in the history of Turkmen-Chinese relations. High-level visits play a crucial role in accelerating joint initiatives in the energy, trade, and cultural sectors, ensuring that bilateral agreements are translated into practical benefits for both nations. The parties agreed to begin the necessary diplomatic preparations to ensure the success of this future landmark event.
President Xi Jinping accepted the invitation with great appreciation, emphasizing that Turkmenistan remains a reliable and valued strategic partner for China. He praised Turkmenistan's positive neutrality and its role in promoting regional connectivity. This forthcoming visit is expected to further solidify the friendship between the two peoples and enhance the overall framework of China-Central Asia cooperation, leading to greater regional prosperity.
Also read
Turkmen Journalists and Experts Participated in the OSCE Central Asia Media Conference in Bishkek
10 Oct. 13:57On October 9–10, 2026, the capital of Kyrgyzstan hosted a major OSCE Central Asia Media Conference, bringing together leading experts, government officials, civil society representatives, and media professionals from across the region. Entitled "Building Shared Reality: Information Integrity, Media Ethics and Trust in the Digital Age," this high-level forum addressed the most pressing contemporary challenges, including the transformation of information ecosystems, the impact of Big Tech, the deployment of artificial intelligence systems, and the digital safety of media workers.
The significance of this conference is profound, serving as an essential platform for building cross-border dialogue, reinforcing professional journalistic standards, and collectively shaping regional solutions amidst rapid digitalization.
Throughout the rich program of the forum, participants discussed a wide array of topics ranging from independent self-regulation standards and source protection to practical tools for AI integration in newsrooms and gender-sensitive approaches to journalists' safety. Representatives from Turkmenistan took an active part in the conference sessions, highlighting national priorities within the broader regional framework. Specifically, during discussions on implementing OSCE policy guidelines, Turkmen delegation member emphasized the importance of a phased approach to developing the media environment—one grounded in studying international experience, expert dialogue, and adaptation to national and linguistic realities.
Key topics included digital platform transparency, the development of Turkmen-language AI models, media economic sustainability, and copyright protection in the era of AI. Additionally, Azat Seyitmuhammedov, founder of Arzuw News, shared practical insights into deploying generative artificial intelligence to optimize workflows in smaller local newsrooms.
The conference underscored that continuous multilateral dialogue among Central Asian nations and international partners, including the OSCE Centre in Ashgabat, is vital for successfully navigating the technological challenges of the future.
Blitz