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On October 10, the capital of Tajikistan, Dushanbe, will host the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) Heads of State Summit. One of the central topics will be the upcoming transfer of the CIS chairmanship to Turkmenistan beginning January 1, 2026. It is also expected that the next summit will be held in Ashgabat.
This was announced by Yuri Ushakov, assistant to the President of Russia. Leaders from Azerbaijan, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan are expected to attend. The summit will begin with a meeting of delegation heads and CIS Secretary General Sergey Lebedev, followed by a broader discussion session.
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan will take part in the summit, highlighting the country’s active and neutral position within the CIS framework.
Key agreements are expected to be signed following the summit, aimed at boosting cooperation and regional security. These include:
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A counterterrorism and anti-extremism cooperation program for 2026–2028;
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A border security strengthening plan through 2030;
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A military cooperation concept until 2030;
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A joint declaration on the 80th anniversary of the United Nations;
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Documents on joint efforts against transnational crime.
It is also anticipated that Sergey Lebedev’s mandate as CIS Secretary General will be extended for another three-year term.
Turkmenistan’s future leadership of the CIS will provide new opportunities to strengthen regional stability, enhance economic collaboration, and promote interconnected transportation systems.
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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.
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