Trading at the SCRMT: raw fabric and float glass were purchased
On Friday, February 7th, during trading at the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan, light industry products and construction materials were sold.
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President: Our main goal is the further prosperity and development of Turkmenistan
Concluding the expanded government meeting held on February 7, the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, summarized the work of the economic sectors over the past year and clearly defined the priority tasks for 2025
Industry in figures: hydrocarbon production and growth of goods production in Turkmenistan
At the end of 2024, the industrial sector of Turkmenistan demonstrated steady growth. Natural gas production amounted to 77.6 billion cubic meters, and oil production reached 8.2 million tons. The production of petroleum bitumen (+10.2%), gasoline (+4.8%), fuel oil (+8.2%), and diesel fuel also showed positive dynamics
The banks of Turkmenistan have increased lending volumes
In 2024, Turkmenistan's banks demonstrated a significant increase in lending. The volume of loans issued to the private sector, including small and medium-sized enterprises, has increased particularly noticeably
Sakarchage etrap wins $1 million prize for best performance
Sakarchage etrap of the Mary velayat has been recognized as the best etrap (district) in Turkmenistan. This is based on the results of the competition held among the etraps and cities with the rights of etraps in the velayats. Sakarchage etrap achieved the best results in social, economic, and cultural indicators in 2024
The President approved the Program of Socio-Economic Development of Turkmenistan-2025
During an expanded government meeting on Friday, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan signed a resolution "On approval of the Program for socio-economic development of the country and investments in 2025"
New hakim of Ahal velayat appointed
The President of Turkmenistan, by his decree, dismissed Soltanmyrat Soltanmyradov from the position of hakim of the Ahal velayat
Serdar Berdimuhamedov replaces Deputy Prime Minister for Culture
At an expanded government meeting on Friday dedicated to the results of 2024, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a decree dismissing Mahrijemal Mammedova from the position of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan for Culture and Mass Media
President of Turkmenistan appoints new Minister of Finance and Economy
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov dismissed Serdar Jorayev from the post of Minister of Finance and Economy of Turkmenistan and appointed Mammetguly Astanagulov, who previously held the position of Deputy Minister of Finance and Economy
Artificial Intelligence to be integrated into Kazakhstan's school curriculum
Elements of artificial intelligence have been incorporated into the new educational standard set to take effect in 2026.
Travel And Tour World: Turkmenistan and Qatar may become key players in regional tourism
A Turkmen delegation, headed by the Deputy Chief of the State Migration Service, recently concluded a visit to Doha, Qatar, for discussions focused on enhancing collaboration in tourism and migration
Turkmenistan at the Second Regional Meeting on the implementation of the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration
A Turkmen delegation, headed by the Deputy Chairman of the State Migration Service of Turkmenistan, participated in the Second Regional Meeting of Asia-Pacific countries on the implementation of the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration. The event was co-organized by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM). The meeting took place in Bangkok, Kingdom of Thailand, according to the website of the State Migration Service of Turkmenistan.
Turkish Airlines launches special fare promotion on Istanbul-Ashgabat route
Turkish Airlines, Turkey's flagship carrier, is offering a special fare promotion on the Istanbul-Ashgabat route.
International forum IFT 2025: Key investment opportunities for business
The Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs of Turkmenistan (UIET) plays a crucial role in developing the country’s private sector, fostering a favorable business environment, supporting entrepreneurs, and attracting investments. A testament to this commitment is the International Forum on Attracting Investments to the Private Sector – "Investing in the Future of Turkmenistan" (IFT 2025), initiated by UIET.
Join the webinar on the role of women and girls in STEM
In honor of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, observed annually on February 11th, a webinar will be held featuring women engineers and scientists from various countries who will share their journeys in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics).The event will be organized by the STEM4ALL platform, created by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF).
