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Turkmenistan and ILO Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthening Strategic Cooperation
18 Apr. 16:19A high-level meeting took place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan between Deputy Foreign Minister Mahri Bashimova and a delegation from the International Labour Organization (ILO) led by Miranda Fayerman. The visit of the international experts is focused on implementing a series of practical initiatives, including regional roundtables involving a broad spectrum of state and social partners. The dialogue marks another step toward enhancing institutional cooperation in labor relations.
During the discussions, both parties emphasized the systemic and sustainable nature of the partnership between Turkmenistan and the ILO. The focus remains on improving the national legal framework and ensuring the effective implementation of international labor standards across all sectors. Special attention was paid to the importance of inter-departmental coordination as a vital component for the successful execution of joint programs and activities.
A key highlight of the meeting was the discussion regarding the implementation of the 2026 "Roadmap" for cooperation. This strategic document serves as the primary mechanism for achieving tangible and measurable results in labor policy. The parties reviewed the progress made so far and reaffirmed their commitment to achieving the milestones set for the upcoming year, ensuring that the collaboration remains focused on practical outcomes.
The delegates also evaluated the positive results of activities conducted throughout 2025, specifically noting the effective feedback received from regional stakeholders. The ILO representatives commended the ongoing efforts to integrate global best practices into local administrative processes. Concluding the meeting, both sides expressed their dedication to maintaining a productive and transparent dialogue to foster further improvements in labor rights and social protection.
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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.
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