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The Third Meeting of the Heads of the Parliaments of the Central Asian States and the Republic of Korea held in Tashkent
On 16 December 2025, the Third Meeting of the Heads of the Parliaments of the Central Asian States and the Republic of Korea was held in Tashkent.
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Cultural calendar of Ashgabat includes a book fair, an intellectual tournament, and theatrical performances
In the lead-up to the holiday of New Year, the Turkmen capital is hosting numerous events that create a magical atmosphere. Every day, the «Berkarar» and «Arkaç» shopping and entertainment centres host craft fairs where you can buy beautiful Christmas tree decorations, unique toys, and holiday gifts. There are also a number of cultural events planned this week to help residents and visitors of the city get into the spirit of New Year.
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The leadership of Turkmenistan in promoting a systems approach to international relations has been recognised
High-level representatives of the International forum on peace and trust held in Ashgabat – heads of state and government – recognised the leadership of Turkmenistan in consistently promoting a systemic approach to international relations. This is stated in the Ashgabat declaration adopted following the conference.
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Efforts of Turkmenistan to develop the global security Concept have received high praise
Efforts of Turkmenistan to develop a global security Concept and foster a modern understanding of collective peace were highly praised by the heads of state and government at the International forum on peace and trust held in Ashgabat. This was noted in the Ashgabat declaration adopted following the forum.
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Support expressed for Turkmenistan’s initiative to proclaim 2028 the Year of International Law
Turkmenistan’s proposal to proclaim 2028 as the Year of International Law was unanimously supported by the participants of the International Forum of Peace and Trust held in Ashgabat—heads of state and government. This support was expressed in the Ashgabat Declaration adopted following the forum.
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Representatives of the international community welcomed Turkmenistan for its principles of neutrality in conflict prevention and the elimination of their root causes
High-level participants of the International Forum of Peace and Trust held in Ashgabat—heads of state and government—welcomed the establishment and continued work of the Group of Friends of Neutrality for Peace, Security and Sustainable Development, as well as the application of the principles of neutrality in conflict prevention and the resolution of humanitarian issues. This is stated in the Ashgabat Declaration adopted following the conference.
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Turkmenistan has received international recognition for promoting gender equality
Participants of the International conference «The Role of women in modern society: developing international cooperation for sustainable development» expressed gratitude to Turkmenistan for its consistent contribution to advancing the ideas of gender equality, mutual understanding, and sustainable development. This is stated in the Final document adopted following the conference.
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Ashgabat Declaration: artificial intelligence should contribute to peace, dialogue, and sustainable development
Participants of the International Forum of Peace and Trust held in Ashgabat—heads of state and government—spoke in favor of the ethical use of digital technologies and artificial intelligence. This is stated in the Ashgabat Declaration adopted following the forum.
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Meeting of the Turkmen-Austrian friendship group
Today, a meeting of the Turkmen-Austrian friendship group was held at the «Yyldyz» hotel, where the results of the work completed this year were summarised.
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ASHGABAT DECLARATION of the International Forum dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust (2025), the International Day of Neutrality, and the 30th Anniversary of the Permanent Neutrality of Turkmenistan
We, the participants of the International Forum dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust, 2025, the International Day of Neutrality, and the 30th Anniversary of the Permanent Neutrality of Turkmenistan, gathered in Ashgabat on 12 December 2025 at the invitation of the Government of Turkmenistan, in cooperation with the United Nations, pursuant to General Assembly resolution 78/266 of 21 March 2024, which proclaimed 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust, and in the spirit of strengthening multilateral dialogue, mutual understanding, and cooperation among States in the interest of peace, security, and sustainable development,