Turkmenistan regards the 80th anniversary session of the United Nations General Assembly as an important stage in international efforts to strengthen peace and stability. In today’s complex global environment, marked by numerous challenges and declining levels of trust, it is especially relevant to harness the potential of the United Nations — its political and diplomatic instruments and moral authority — to seek mutually acceptable solutions and ensure universal and comprehensive security. T...

Check against delivery Originally presented in Russian   (New York, 23 September 2025)   Mr. President, Excellencies, distinguished delegates, ladies and gentlemen, At the outset, allow me to congratulate you on the opening of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly and to wish you every success in your important work. I warmly congratulate H.E. Ms. Annalena Baerbock on her election as President of the General Assembly and wish her every success in guiding...

Dear President of the People’s Republic of China, Dear Heads of State and Government, distinguished members of delegations, First of all, I would like to express my deep gratitude to the distinguished President of the People’s Republic of China, H.E. Mr. Xi Jinping, for the kind invitation to take part in this Summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization as a guest of honour, as well as for the warm hospitality and excellent working conditions provided. Turkmenistan’s participation i...

Check against delivery   Awaza, 5 August 2025   Excellencies, Dear Secretary-General of the United Nations, Dear Heads of State, Distinguished Leaders and High Representatives of Governments and Parliaments, Heads of International Organizations, Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, On behalf of the people of Turkmenistan, I extend a warm and heartfelt welcome to each of you, and express our sincere gratitude for your participation in the Third United Nations Conferen...

Check against delivery Originally presented in Russian   Awaza, 5 August 2025   Excellencies, Distinguished Secretary-General of the United Nations, Mr. António Guterres, President of the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly, Mr. Philemon Yang, President of the Economic and Social Council, Mr. Lok Bahadur Thapa, Honourable Heads of State and Government, Representatives of International Organizations, Heads and Members of Delegations, Ladies and Gentle...

Statement at the Opening Ceremony of the International Year of Peace and Trust, 2025 Date: January 17, 2025 Location: United Nations Headquarters, New York Excellencies, Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen, It is a profound honor to address this distinguished assembly at the opening of the International Year of Peace and Trust, an initiative that reflects our shared commitment to fostering dialogue, cooperation, and harmony among nations. For Turkmenistan, 2025 is especi...