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        <pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>

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                <title><![CDATA[The UN General Assembly adopted a Resolution initiated by Turkmenistan]]></title>
                <link>https://usa.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/news/161264</link>
								<pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[On May 20, 2026, the Resolution “The Role and Importance of a Policy of Neutrality in Maintaining and Strengthening International Peace, Security and Sustainable Development” was unanimously adopted during the 82nd plenary meeting of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly.

The Resolution that was developed at the initiative of Turkmenistan was co-sponsored by 47 states.

The Resolution particularly emphasizes the efforts of the Government of Turkmenistan to institutionalize the dialogu...]]></description>
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                <title><![CDATA[Ambassador of Turkmenistan Meets with Congressman Bill Huizenga]]></title>
                <link>https://usa.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/news/161263</link>
								<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[On May 20, 2026, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the United States E.Aydogdyyev met with U.S. Congressman Bill Huizenga at the U.S. Congress.

During the meeting, the sides exchanged views on the current state and prospects of Turkmen-American cooperation, including political dialogue, trade and economic partnership, regional connectivity, and the role of the C5+1 and B5+1 formats.

Congressman Huizenga noted the positive outcomes of the C5+1 Summit and emphasized the importance of continued e...]]></description>
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                <title><![CDATA[Ambassador of Turkmenistan Meets with U.S. Senator Steve Daines]]></title>
                <link>https://usa.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/news/161174</link>
								<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[On May 19, 2026, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the United States Esen Aydogdyyev met with U.S. Senator Steve Daines at the U.S. Senate.

During the meeting, the sides exchanged views on the current state and prospects of Turkmen-American cooperation, including political dialogue, trade and economic partnership, energy, and regional connectivity.

The importance of the C5+1 format in strengthening cooperation between the United States and the countries of Central Asia was also noted. The side...]]></description>
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                <title><![CDATA[Visit of the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, the Hero-Arkadag, to Great Britain]]></title>
                <link>https://usa.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/news/161172</link>
								<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[In the morning, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, arrived at Windsor Castle in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. There, the Hero-Arkadag was warmly welcomed by Edward Benyon, Deputy Chairman of the Royal Windsor Horse Show Organizing Committee, and Sarah Rutherford-Jones, a Windsor event organization representative.

Following this, the Hero-Arkadag met with King Charles III of the United Kingdom of Great Britain...]]></description>
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                <title><![CDATA[Ambassador of Turkmenistan Meets with U.S.-Turkmenistan Business Council Representatives]]></title>
                <link>https://usa.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/news/161160</link>
								<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[On May 19, 2026, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the United States Esen Aydogdyyev had a meeting in Washington, D.C. with Mr. Eric Stewart, Executive Director of the U.S.-Turkmenistan Business Council, and representatives of the Council’s member companies.

During the meeting, the Ambassador presented Turkmenistan’s economic priorities in the context of the 35th anniversary of the country’s independence and the motto of 2026 — “Independent, Permanently Neutral Turkmenistan – Homeland of Purposef...]]></description>
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                <title><![CDATA[The President of Turkmenistan attended the official commissioning ceremony of a new dry cargo ship]]></title>
                <link>https://usa.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/news/161173</link>
								<pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[On 8 May 2026, during a working visit to the Balkan region, esteemed President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov took part in the ceremony to mark the commissioning of a new dry cargo ship “Gadamly”.

Speaking at the ceremony, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov warmly congratulated all participants upon the launch of the new dry cargo ship “Gadamly” at the Turkmenbashi International Seaport in the Balkan region.

The head of state emphasized that effective work continues aimed at further ex...]]></description>
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                <title><![CDATA[EQUESTRIAN TEXTILE HERITAGE, INCLUDING TURKMEN PIECES, HIGHLIGHTED AT THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY MUSEUM]]></title>
                <link>https://usa.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/news/160844</link>
								<pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[On May 9, 2026, representatives of the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the United States attended the exhibition “Adorning the Horse: Equestrian Textiles for Power and Prestige” and the screening of the documentary film “Atlan” at The George Washington University Museum and The Textile Museum in Washington, D.C.

The exhibition highlights the historical and cultural significance of equestrian textiles, including Turkmen items that reflect the rich artistic traditions and deep connection of the Turk...]]></description>
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                <title><![CDATA[Event on Turkmenistan’s Economic Development Held at IMF Headquarters]]></title>
                <link>https://usa.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/news/160764</link>
								<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[On May 7, 2026, an event titled “Economic Development of Turkmenistan in the Context of Regional and Global Economic Outlook” was held at the headquarters of the International Monetary Fund in Washington, D.C. The event was jointly organized by the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the United States and the IMF.

The event brought together more than 80 representatives of government agencies, international financial institutions, business associations, and companies from Turkmenistan and the United St...]]></description>
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                <title><![CDATA[Turkmen-American Business Cooperation Association Opens in the USA]]></title>
                <link>https://usa.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/news/160761</link>
								<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[On May 7, 2026, the opening ceremony of the Turkmen-American Business Cooperation Association (TABCA) and its first business forum were held at the Leesburg Pike Business Center in Washington, D.C.

The event brought together more than 50 Turkmen and American companies from logistics, e-commerce, IT, education, consulting, trade, services, and other SME sectors.

Representatives of TABCA presented the Association’s goals and priorities, highlighting its role as a practical platform for stren...]]></description>
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                <title><![CDATA[Turkmen Business Delegation Participated in the SelectUSA]]></title>
                <link>https://usa.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/news/160699</link>
								<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[A delegation of business and private sector representatives from Turkmenistan paid a working visit to the United States, where they participated in the SelectUSA Investment Summit 2026 and engaged with American companies and investors. The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the United States also attended the event.

The Summit's program featured plenary sessions, an expanded exhibition hall, and expert discussions on global investment trends, advanced technologies, manufacturing, and regional stra...]]></description>
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                <title><![CDATA[The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the United States met with Assistant Secretary Paul Kapur at the U.S. Department of State]]></title>
                <link>https://usa.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/news/160591</link>
								<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[On May 1, 2026, a meeting was held at the U.S. Department of State between the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the United States and Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Paul Kapur.

During the meeting, the sides discussed a broad range of issues related to the development of bilateral cooperation. Both parties noted with satisfaction the positive dynamics of Turkmenistan–U.S. relations and emphasized the importance of maintaining regular dialogue and expanding engage...]]></description>
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                <title><![CDATA[President of Turkmenistan participated in the Meeting of the Council of Heads of State-Founders of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea]]></title>
                <link>https://usa.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/news/160158</link>
								<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[On April 22, 2026, in the afternoon, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov took part in the regular meeting of the Council of Heads of State-Founders of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS).

At the Akorda Palace, the President of Turkmenistan was warmly welcomed by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.

Following the official joint photo ceremony of the heads of delegations, the meeting of the Council of Heads of State-Founders of the International F...]]></description>
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                <title><![CDATA[Ambassador of Turkmenistan Meets with IMF Executive Director]]></title>
                <link>https://usa.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/news/160157</link>
								<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[On April 22, 2026, His Excellency Esen Aydogdyyev, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the United States, met with International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Director Patryk Łoszewski at the IMF headquarters. The high-level meeting focused on deepening the strategic partnership between Turkmenistan and the Fund.

During the discussions, both parties evaluated the current state of bilateral cooperation and identified key areas for future engagement. A primary focus was placed on enhancing technical...]]></description>
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                <title><![CDATA[President of Turkmenistan received First Vice Premier of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China]]></title>
                <link>https://usa.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/news/160160</link>
								<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[On April 16, 2026, the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedow, received Member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, First Vice Premier of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China Ding Xuexiang, who is visiting Turkmenistan on the instructions of the President of the People’s Republic of China Xi Jinping.

Expressing gratitude for the warm hospitality extended to the Chinese delegation, Ding Xuexiang emp...]]></description>
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                <title><![CDATA[Hero-Arkadag held negotiations with the Federal President of the Republic of Austria]]></title>
                <link>https://usa.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/news/160159</link>
								<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[During his visit to the Republic of Austria, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Hero-Arkadag held negotiations with the Federal President of Austria Alexander Van der Bellen.

Before the meeting, an official photograph was taken of Hero-Arkadag and the Federal President of the Republic of Austria against the backdrop of the State Flags of the two countries.

The Federal President of the friendly state once again warmly welcomed the disti...]]></description>
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                <title><![CDATA[Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the United States Presents Copies of Credentials]]></title>
                <link>https://usa.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/news/159536</link>
								<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[On April 9, 2026, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to the United States of America, Esen Aydogdyyev, presented copies of his credentials to the Chief of Protocol of the United States, Monica Crowley, during an official ceremony held at the President’s Guest House Blair House in Washington, D.C.

Representatives of the U.S. Department of State, including Deputy Assistant Secretary of State John Pommersheim, attended the event.

Following the ceremony, the U.S....]]></description>
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                <title><![CDATA[Turkmenistan participated in the Second meeting of the heads of government/ vice president of the member states of the Organization of Turkic States]]></title>
                <link>https://usa.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/news/159501</link>
								<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[On April 2, 2026, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Nokerguly Atagulyyev took part in the Second meeting of the heads of government/vice president of the member states of the Organization of Turkic States, held in the city of Baku. The event brought together heads of government and vice presidents, high-ranking representatives of the member states and observer countries of the Organization, as well as representatives of international institutions.

During the meeting,...]]></description>
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                <title><![CDATA[Meeting of the Working group on Trade-economic cooperation between Turkmenistan and the United States of America]]></title>
                <link>https://usa.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/news/159500</link>
								<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[On March 27, 2026, a meeting of the Working group on Trade and economic cooperation between Turkmenistan and the United States of America was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan.

During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of bilateral trade and economic cooperation between Turkmenistan and the United States.

The participants emphasized the importance of maintaining a regular and substantive dialogue at various levels, n...]]></description>
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                <title><![CDATA[Key aspects of promoting gender equality]]></title>
                <link>https://usa.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/news/159499</link>
								<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[On March 26, 2026, a conference dedicated to interparliamentary dialogue on promoting gender equality and strengthening its legislative foundations was held in Ashgabat. The forum was attended by leaders of the Mejlis, representatives of relevant ministries and sectoral agencies, as well as reputable international organizations, representatives of several countries, and the media.

During the conference, participants discussed priority areas of international efforts aimed at ensuring gender eq...]]></description>
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                <title><![CDATA[Turkmenistan – European Union Business Forum: New Prospects for Cooperation]]></title>
                <link>https://usa.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/news/159498</link>
								<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                <description><![CDATA[On March 26, 2026, the Yyldyz Hotel hosted a business forum entitled “New Horizons for Strengthening Connectivity, Attracting Investments and Sustainable Development,” organized as part of the expansion of the multifaceted dialogue between Turkmenistan and the European Union.

This meeting, which brought together the heads of relevant ministries and departments of Turkmenistan, as well as representatives of diplomatic missions, international organizations, and foreign business circles, was fur...]]></description>
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