Turkmenistan

Country Turkmenistan
Capital Ashgabat
Continent Asia
Currency Turkmen new manat(TMT)
Languages Turkmen, Russian & Uzbek

Ashkhabad

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Introduction

Eastern Turkmenistan for centuries formed part of the Persian province of Khurasan; in medieval times Merv (today known as Mary) was one of the great cities of the Islamic world and an important stop on the Silk Road. Annexed by Russia between 1865 and 1885, Turkmenistan became a Soviet republic in 1924. It achieved independence upon the dissolution of the USSR in 1991. Extensive hydrocarbon/natural gas reserves could prove a boon to this underdeveloped country if extraction and delivery projects were to be expanded. The Turkmenistan Government is actively seeking to diversify its gas export routes beyond the existing Russian pipeline network. President for Life Saparmurat NYYAZOW died in December 2006, and Turkmenistan held its first multi-candidate presidential electoral process in February 2007. Gurbanguly BERDIMUHAMEDOW, a vice premier under NYYAZOW, emerged as the country's new president.

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Turkmenistan - Wikipedia
Turkmenistan - CIA World Fact Book
Turkmenistan - BBC
Turkmenistan - Timeline - BBC

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Turkmenistan strengthens its influenza vaccination programme - World Health Organization (WHO)Turkmenistan strengthens its influenza vaccination programme  World Health Organization (WHO)

"Incomprehensible": Turkmenistan Expresses Concern Over Trump's Travel Ban - NDTV"Incomprehensible": Turkmenistan Expresses Concern Over Trump's Travel Ban  NDTV

Ovezgulyyev was named as the Best Boxer at the Turkmenistan Junior National Championships - asbcnewsOvezgulyyev was named as the Best Boxer at the Turkmenistan Junior National Championships  asbcnews

Could a Woman End Turkmenistan’s International Isolation? - Carnegie Endowment for International PeaceCould a Woman End Turkmenistan’s International Isolation?  Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

OSCE workshop in Turkmenistan supports development of national competency framework and training strategy on cybercrime and electronic evidence - Organization for Security and Co-operation in EuropeOSCE workshop in Turkmenistan supports development of national competency framework and training strategy on cybercrime and electronic evidence  Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe

United States and Russia angling for influence in Turkmenistan - EurasianetUnited States and Russia angling for influence in Turkmenistan  Eurasianet

Turkmenistan’s deepening water crisis could have far-reaching regional consequences - Atlantic CouncilTurkmenistan’s deepening water crisis could have far-reaching regional consequences  Atlantic Council

Turkmenistan opens border for US citizens fleeing Iran amid Israel strikes - FirstpostTurkmenistan opens border for US citizens fleeing Iran amid Israel strikes  Firstpost

Turkmenistan's ‘Gateway to Hell’ fire, burning since 1971, now tamed | World News - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesTurkmenistan's ‘Gateway to Hell’ fire, burning since 1971, now tamed | World News - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Daewoo E&C chairman visits Turkmenistan, expands local market presence - The Korea HeraldDaewoo E&C chairman visits Turkmenistan, expands local market presence  The Korea Herald

PM meets with the Foreign Ministers of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan - PM IndiaPM meets with the Foreign Ministers of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan  PM India

Turkmenistan: Imprisoned Activist Faces New Dubious Charges - Human Rights WatchTurkmenistan: Imprisoned Activist Faces New Dubious Charges  Human Rights Watch

Students of the Tashkent Institute are interning in Turkmenistan - Turkmenistan Altyn AsyrStudents of the Tashkent Institute are interning in Turkmenistan  Turkmenistan Altyn Asyr

The dead sea - Telegraph IndiaThe dead sea  Telegraph India

Turkmenistan to build 5G network in Arkadag - TelecompaperTurkmenistan to build 5G network in Arkadag  Telecompaper

Turkmen Authorities Comment on Partial US Travel Ban - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineTurkmen Authorities Comment on Partial US Travel Ban  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Turkmenistan Says 'Gateway To Hell' Fire, Raging For Over 50 Years, Tamed - NDTVTurkmenistan Says 'Gateway To Hell' Fire, Raging For Over 50 Years, Tamed  NDTV

Ashgabat fires back at US partial travel ban on Turkmen citizens - EurasianetAshgabat fires back at US partial travel ban on Turkmen citizens  Eurasianet

Jaishankar welcomes Turkmenistan's foreign minister remark on terrorism - Business StandardJaishankar welcomes Turkmenistan's foreign minister remark on terrorism  Business Standard

Turkmenistan to introduce simplified procedures for obtaining visas - EurasianetTurkmenistan to introduce simplified procedures for obtaining visas  Eurasianet

Turkmenistan exchange witnesses dynamic trading in key commodity sectors - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan exchange witnesses dynamic trading in key commodity sectors  Trend News Agency

How Turkmenistan’s Government Neglects Its People (And Why the World Should Care) - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineHow Turkmenistan’s Government Neglects Its People (And Why the World Should Care)  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Turkmenistan advances resilience in cotton production and pest management in cereal crops - Food and Agriculture OrganizationTurkmenistan advances resilience in cotton production and pest management in cereal crops  Food and Agriculture Organization

Internet life in Turkmenistan detected! - EurasianetInternet life in Turkmenistan detected!  Eurasianet

After 54 years of fire, the 'Door to Hell' is finally closing, say scientists - BBC Wildlife MagazineAfter 54 years of fire, the 'Door to Hell' is finally closing, say scientists  BBC Wildlife Magazine

WHO boosts virological surveillance and pandemic influenza preparedness in Turkmenistan - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO boosts virological surveillance and pandemic influenza preparedness in Turkmenistan  World Health Organization (WHO)

Why Is Turkmenistan Subject to a Partial US Travel Ban? - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineWhy Is Turkmenistan Subject to a Partial US Travel Ban?  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Memoir: Recollecting the benefits of shoe leather diplomacy in Turkmenistan - EurasianetMemoir: Recollecting the benefits of shoe leather diplomacy in Turkmenistan  Eurasianet

WHO and Turkmenistan develop a new National Strategic Plan on tuberculosis control - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO and Turkmenistan develop a new National Strategic Plan on tuberculosis control  World Health Organization (WHO)

Turkmenistan douses the flames of “hell” - IntelliNewsTurkmenistan douses the flames of “hell”  IntelliNews

WHO and United Nations Volunteers champion Youth4Health network in Turkmenistan through intensive spoken English course - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO and United Nations Volunteers champion Youth4Health network in Turkmenistan through intensive spoken English course  World Health Organization (WHO)

World Report 2025: Rights Trends in Turkmenistan - Human Rights WatchWorld Report 2025: Rights Trends in Turkmenistan  Human Rights Watch

WHO strengthens laboratory surveillance of antimicrobial resistance in Turkmenistan - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO strengthens laboratory surveillance of antimicrobial resistance in Turkmenistan  World Health Organization (WHO)

Ministry of Health and UNICEF completed the National Micronutrient Survey among Women and Children in Turkmenistan - UnicefMinistry of Health and UNICEF completed the National Micronutrient Survey among Women and Children in Turkmenistan  Unicef

"Door to Hell" starting to close after 54 years - New Atlas"Door to Hell" starting to close after 54 years  New Atlas

Russia’s Putin begins visit to Turkmenistan for forum with regional leaders, including Iran - The HinduRussia’s Putin begins visit to Turkmenistan for forum with regional leaders, including Iran  The Hindu

Turkmenistan: Trade single window eases transit, powers growth - UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)Turkmenistan: Trade single window eases transit, powers growth  UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)

Turkmenistan aids evacuation from Iran amid escalating conflict - news.cgtn.comTurkmenistan aids evacuation from Iran amid escalating conflict  news.cgtn.com

Turkmenistan Defines National Steps for Adapting to Cryosphere Changes - UNESCOTurkmenistan Defines National Steps for Adapting to Cryosphere Changes  UNESCO

Turkmenistan Country Day advances collaboration for EPW2 - World Health Organization (WHO)Turkmenistan Country Day advances collaboration for EPW2  World Health Organization (WHO)

Entrepreneurs of Turkmenistan reminded to pay pension contributions - turkmenportal.comEntrepreneurs of Turkmenistan reminded to pay pension contributions  turkmenportal.com

China's Xi in Kazakhstan to cement 'eternal' Central Asia ties - The HinduChina's Xi in Kazakhstan to cement 'eternal' Central Asia ties  The Hindu

Turkmenistan embraces advanced remote sensing technology for enhanced crop monitoring - Food and Agriculture OrganizationTurkmenistan embraces advanced remote sensing technology for enhanced crop monitoring  Food and Agriculture Organization

UNICEF and Ministry of Education Begin Implementation of the “Green School” Programme in Turkmenistan - UnicefUNICEF and Ministry of Education Begin Implementation of the “Green School” Programme in Turkmenistan  Unicef

Telling Children’s Stories with Dignity: UNICEF’s Media Ethics Training in Turkmenistan - UnicefTelling Children’s Stories with Dignity: UNICEF’s Media Ethics Training in Turkmenistan  Unicef

Turkmenistan Contains ‘Gate to Hell’ Fire After Decades of Inferno - The Times Of Central AsiaTurkmenistan Contains ‘Gate to Hell’ Fire After Decades of Inferno  The Times Of Central Asia

Turkmenistan is trying to come out of its shell - EurasianetTurkmenistan is trying to come out of its shell  Eurasianet

Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan Strengthen Strategic Partnership - The Astana TimesKazakhstan, Turkmenistan Strengthen Strategic Partnership  The Astana Times

Turkmenistan considers creation of electronic visa system - VisasNewsTurkmenistan considers creation of electronic visa system  VisasNews

Turkmenistan reports strong wheat output in its Akhal amid agricultural ?ampaign - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan reports strong wheat output in its Akhal amid agricultural ?ampaign  Trend News Agency

Turkmenistan introduces E-visas for international travellers - CNBC TV18Turkmenistan introduces E-visas for international travellers  CNBC TV18

Young scientists from Turkmenistan won gold at an international competition in Malaysia - Turkmenistan Altyn AsyrYoung scientists from Turkmenistan won gold at an international competition in Malaysia  Turkmenistan Altyn Asyr

Turkmenistan: Dictator’s daughter makes her political debut - EurasianetTurkmenistan: Dictator’s daughter makes her political debut  Eurasianet

"Dayhanbank" became the leader in issuing bank cards in Turkmenistan - turkmenportal.com"Dayhanbank" became the leader in issuing bank cards in Turkmenistan  turkmenportal.com

Dress Codes Tighten For Women In Turkmenistan, Where The State Tells You What To Wear - Radio Free Europe/Radio LibertyDress Codes Tighten For Women In Turkmenistan, Where The State Tells You What To Wear  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

Turkmenistan Says 'Gateway To Hell' Crater Fire, Burning Since Soviet Era, Now Tamed - News18Turkmenistan Says 'Gateway To Hell' Crater Fire, Burning Since Soviet Era, Now Tamed  News18

Is Arkadag the world’s greatest football team? - The EconomistIs Arkadag the world’s greatest football team?  The Economist

UNICEF and Government of Turkmenistan Presented the New MICS Data - UnicefUNICEF and Government of Turkmenistan Presented the New MICS Data  Unicef

Turkmenistan: A land of white cars, marble cities, and strict laws - Times of IndiaTurkmenistan: A land of white cars, marble cities, and strict laws  Times of India

UNICEF and Turkmenistan Tennis Federation Initiate the First Wheelchair Tennis Programme for Children with Disabilities - UnicefUNICEF and Turkmenistan Tennis Federation Initiate the First Wheelchair Tennis Programme for Children with Disabilities  Unicef

Journalist Nurgeldi Halykov barred from leaving Turkmenistan - Committee to Protect JournalistsJournalist Nurgeldi Halykov barred from leaving Turkmenistan  Committee to Protect Journalists

The “Gates Of Hell” Appear To Be Dying After Decades Of Furiously Burning - IFLScienceThe “Gates Of Hell” Appear To Be Dying After Decades Of Furiously Burning  IFLScience

Government of Turkmenistan, UNICEF, ILO, and World Bank Launch Joint Assessment to Strengthen Social Protection System - UnicefGovernment of Turkmenistan, UNICEF, ILO, and World Bank Launch Joint Assessment to Strengthen Social Protection System  Unicef

Turkmenistan’s Shift Towards The Moscow-Tehran-Beijing Axis - Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic StudiesTurkmenistan’s Shift Towards The Moscow-Tehran-Beijing Axis  Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies

Iraq Seeks Alternative Gas Import Routes Through Turkmenistan Amid Sanctions Challenge - The Times Of Central AsiaIraq Seeks Alternative Gas Import Routes Through Turkmenistan Amid Sanctions Challenge  The Times Of Central Asia

Türkiye-Turkmenistan Gas Deal Opens Possibilities for New Routes - The Jamestown FoundationTürkiye-Turkmenistan Gas Deal Opens Possibilities for New Routes  The Jamestown Foundation

Turkmenistan Settles Gas Swap Deal With Turkiye, Iran - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineTurkmenistan Settles Gas Swap Deal With Turkiye, Iran  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Driving ban puts brakes on young women in Turkmenistan - France 24Driving ban puts brakes on young women in Turkmenistan  France 24

Swedish Court Rejects All MTS Claims Against Turkmenistan - business.com.tmSwedish Court Rejects All MTS Claims Against Turkmenistan  business.com.tm

Turkmenistan and Russia sign new Foreign Ministry Cooperation Program for 2025–2026 - AnewZTurkmenistan and Russia sign new Foreign Ministry Cooperation Program for 2025–2026  AnewZ

Turkmenistan Among Nations Targeted in New U.S. Travel Restrictions and Bans - The Times Of Central AsiaTurkmenistan Among Nations Targeted in New U.S. Travel Restrictions and Bans  The Times Of Central Asia

With Turkmenistan set to join CITES, wildlife trade regulation in Central Asia gets a boost - MongabayWith Turkmenistan set to join CITES, wildlife trade regulation in Central Asia gets a boost  Mongabay

Turkmenistan 3-1 Thailand (10 Jun, 2025) Final Score - ESPN (IN) - ESPN IndiaTurkmenistan 3-1 Thailand (10 Jun, 2025) Final Score - ESPN (IN)  ESPN India

Turkmenistan Joins CITES, Strengthening Wildlife Trade Regulation and Conservation in Central Asia - CITESTurkmenistan Joins CITES, Strengthening Wildlife Trade Regulation and Conservation in Central Asia  CITES

"Dayhanbank" is the leader in the number of Internet banking users in Turkmenistan - turkmenportal.com"Dayhanbank" is the leader in the number of Internet banking users in Turkmenistan  turkmenportal.com

Country Reports on Terrorism 2023: Turkmenistan - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Country Reports on Terrorism 2023: Turkmenistan  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

UNDP and Japan Strengthen Community Resilience to Extremism in Turkmenistan - United Nations Development ProgrammeUNDP and Japan Strengthen Community Resilience to Extremism in Turkmenistan  United Nations Development Programme

Turkmenistan: Economic hardship, repression, and targeting of critics at home and abroad - Civicus MonitorTurkmenistan: Economic hardship, repression, and targeting of critics at home and abroad  Civicus Monitor

Täze Aý enters a new market: compound feed production launched in Turkmenistan - turkmenportal.comTäze Aý enters a new market: compound feed production launched in Turkmenistan  turkmenportal.com

OSCE seminar in Turkmenistan addresses effective communication in the digital age - Organization for Security and Co-operation in EuropeOSCE seminar in Turkmenistan addresses effective communication in the digital age  Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe

Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India Pipeline - Drishti IASTurkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India Pipeline  Drishti IAS

President of Turkmenistan congratulates Canadians on national holiday - turkmenportal.comPresident of Turkmenistan congratulates Canadians on national holiday  turkmenportal.com

UNDP and Hedayah Strengthen Turkmenistan’s National Capacities to Prevent Violent Extremism - United Nations Development ProgrammeUNDP and Hedayah Strengthen Turkmenistan’s National Capacities to Prevent Violent Extremism  United Nations Development Programme

Turkmenistan - General DebateTurkmenistan  General Debate

Turkmenistan Breaks Isolation With New E-Visa System To Welcome Tourists - Travel and Leisure AsiaTurkmenistan Breaks Isolation With New E-Visa System To Welcome Tourists  Travel and Leisure Asia

Turkmenistan’s banking sector sees slight growth in capital, decline in liquidity - Trend News AgencyTurkmenistan’s banking sector sees slight growth in capital, decline in liquidity  Trend News Agency

Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s remarks and answers to questions during a meeting with employees of the Foreign Ministry of Turkmenistan and faculty and students of the Institute of International Relations, Ashgabat, June 25, 2025 - The Ministry of Foreign - ???????????? ??????????? ??? ??????Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s remarks and answers to questions during a meeting with employees of the Foreign Ministry of Turkmenistan and faculty and students of the Institute of International Relations, Ashgabat, June 25, 2025 - The Ministry of Foreign  ???????????? ??????????? ??? ??????

In Turkmenistan, the death of a journalist lifts the veil on forced labor in cotton fields - Forbidden StoriesIn Turkmenistan, the death of a journalist lifts the veil on forced labor in cotton fields  Forbidden Stories

TAPI Project: Construction of Afghan section of Turkmenistan-to-India pipeline starts - India TV NewsTAPI Project: Construction of Afghan section of Turkmenistan-to-India pipeline starts  India TV News

UNHCR applauds Turkmenistan for resolving statelessness - UNHCR - The UN Refugee AgencyUNHCR applauds Turkmenistan for resolving statelessness  UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency

Turkmenistan making moves to integrate into Middle Corridor trade routes - EurasianetTurkmenistan making moves to integrate into Middle Corridor trade routes  Eurasianet

U.S. and Russia Vie for Influence in Energy-Rich Turkmenistan - Discovery AlertU.S. and Russia Vie for Influence in Energy-Rich Turkmenistan  Discovery Alert

Turkey, Turkmenistan agree gas supply deal for March - ReutersTurkey, Turkmenistan agree gas supply deal for March  Reuters

Ministry of Health and UNICEF launched the Integrated Management of Childhood Illnesses program across Turkmenistan - UnicefMinistry of Health and UNICEF launched the Integrated Management of Childhood Illnesses program across Turkmenistan  Unicef

Read, Don't Wipe! Turkmenistan Tells Citizens Not To 'Soil' State Newspapers - Radio Free Europe/Radio LibertyRead, Don't Wipe! Turkmenistan Tells Citizens Not To 'Soil' State Newspapers  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

Turkmenistan - EBRDTurkmenistan  EBRD

Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan Set to Double Trade and Strengthen Ties - The Astana TimesKazakhstan, Turkmenistan Set to Double Trade and Strengthen Ties  The Astana Times

Lukashenko: Belarus values long-term friendly relations with Turkmenistan - BelTA – NewsLukashenko: Belarus values long-term friendly relations with Turkmenistan  BelTA – News

Italian energy leader ENI broadens footprint in Turkmenistan - Trend News AgencyItalian energy leader ENI broadens footprint in Turkmenistan  Trend News Agency

Turkish president makes phone call to Chairman of People's Council of Turkmenistan - Trend News AgencyTurkish president makes phone call to Chairman of People's Council of Turkmenistan  Trend News Agency