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The Sustainable Development Goals in Turkmenistan
The Sustainable Development Goals are a global call to action to end poverty, protect the earth’s environment and climate, and ensure that people everywhere can enjoy peace and prosperity. These are the goals the UN is working on in Turkmenistan:
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09 July 2024
Guterres commends Turkmenistan’s ‘policy of neutrality’ amid troubled times
Cooperation between the United Nations and Turkmenistan, and regional developments in Central Asia, were the focus of a meeting between UN Secretary-General António Guterres and President Serdar Berdimuhamedov held in the capital, Ashgabat, on Saturday.The Secretary-General expressed his appreciation to Turkmenistan for hosting the UN Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia in Ashgabat, and commended Turkmenistan’s generosity in granting citizenship to stateless people.He also thanked the President for providing the UN Country Team with a new building.Regional challengesLater at a press encounter, Mr. Guterres told journalists that “Turkmenistan is playing a very important role in international relations”, particularly in cooperation with the UN.“In these troubled times, I commend Turkmenistan’s policy of neutrality,” he said.The Secretary-General is on an official visit to Central Asia, which covers Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan.Mr. Guterres last visited the region seven years ago. Since then it has been affected by numerous global challenges, he said, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, rising geopolitical tensions and the intensifying climate crisis.He was encouraged that relations between Central Asian countries have improved in the face of these challenges, and regional cooperation has deepened, again highlighting the important role played by Turkmenistan.He said the region continues to face many obstacles to development, including water shortages, land degradation, natural hazards, and a lack of adequate connectivity. “The solutions are interlinked and can be found through dialogue and cooperation, and Turkmenistan plays a central role in that cooperation,” he said.UN commitmentThe Secretary-General noted that the establishment of the UN Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy demonstrates the Organization’s commitment to Central Asia.“With the engagement of all five Central Asian countries, the Regional Centre will continue to provide a forum for coming together around common solutions, especially on the implementation of the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy in Central Asia and the management of natural resources to the benefit of all,” he said.Climate action and sustainable developmentThe Secretary-General also used the opportunity to highlight how like other countries across Central Asia, Turkmenistan is suffering the impacts of the intensifying climate crisis.He stressed the need for “far more ambitious climate action and cuts in emissions if the world is to stay within 1.5 degrees of global heating.”Mr. Guterres further noted that Turkmenistan has made “important strides” towards achieving a number of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), adding that the UN Country Team is engaged with the Government in identifying gaps and risks.“Sustainable, inclusive development can be enormously enhanced by respect for the full spectrum of human rights – economic, social, political, cultural and civic,” he added.In this regard, the Secretary-General encouraged Turkmenistan to continue engaging with UN human rights mechanisms and recommendations. ***As part of the UN Secretary-General’s visit to Turkmenistan, on July 6, 2024, a document signing ceremony took place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan with participation of the heads of UN Agencies and the national ministries and departments.The event saw the signing of several important documents aimed at strengthening the cooperation between Turkmenistan and the UN in various sectors. A joint program document titled " Strengthening of integrated and coordinated employment and social protection systems for just transitions" was signed by the UN Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan, Mr. Dmitry Shlapachenko, and the Minister of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of Turkmenistan, Mr. Muhammetseyit Sylapov. The joint program document will be submitted to the UN’s Joint SDG Fund for funding. Additionally, the UNDP Deputy Resident Representative, Mr. Tomica Paovic signed three project documents - "Strengthening National Capacity for Seismic Risk Assessment, Prevention, and Response to Potential Earthquakes"; “Capacity Building for the Central Commission for Holding Elections and Referendums in Turkmenistan” and “Enhancing the Capacity of the Board of Lawyers in Turkmenistan in Ensuring Human Rights” - with the national partners, namely: Institute of Seismology and Atmospheric Physics of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan, Central Election Commission, and Bar Association.
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27 June 2024
Youth Dialogue in Turkmenistan: Paving the Way for the Summit of the Future
The United Nations in Turkmenistan has hosted a dynamic Youth Dialogue, focused on the upcoming Summit of the Future. The event, held at the UN House in Ashgabat, brought together over 70 young leaders, including young SDG Ambassadors, university students, activists, and leaders of youth organizations who shared their ideas to shape the future of the global agenda. The dialogue, moderated by UN Resident Coordinator Mr. Dmitry Shlapachenko, provided an opportunity for young people to share their perspectives on key issues facing the world, including climate change, sustainable development, peacebuilding, and digital transformation. The event also saw the launch of a new cohort of Young SDG Ambassadors, signifying the commitment of Turkmenistan to including youth in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.“The Summit of the Future is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to address the challenges that matter most to humanity,” said Mr. Shlapachenko. “Your voices, your ideas, and your aspirations are critical as we navigate these global challenges. Today’s dialogue is more than just a conversation; it’s a crucial step in ensuring that the perspectives and priorities of young people are integrated into the global agenda.” During his opening speech, he emphasized several key initiatives the UN Secretary-General stipulated in his Our Common Agenda report, which underlay the draft Pact for the Future to be adopted by the Heads of State and Government at the Summit of the Future. He further highlighted the Global Digital Compact and Declaration for the Future Generations as important documents attached to the Pact. Mr. Shlapachenko also introduced the Young Professionals Programme (YPP) promoted by the UN Secretariat as an exciting opportunity for young talents to join the United Nations. Each of these initiatives plays a crucial role in building a more inclusive, ethical, and cooperative world. The dialogue was structured around five pillars of the Pact for the Future, presented by the Heads of UN Agencies, including UNRCCA, UNDP, UNICEF, WHO, and RCO. The speakers elaborated on the substance of the pillars and shared the background information that shaped the content of the Pact. After the presentations the young people split into five groups and brainstormed about how they would contribute to the implementation of the global agreements reached at the Summit of the Future. Their recommendations will be compiled and shared with the Government of Turkmenistan.The event underscored the critical role of youth in shaping a more inclusive and responsive United Nations system. The UN Resident Coordinator concluded by thanking the participants for their engagement and commitment, reaffirming that the future belongs to the youth, and their voices are indispensable in shaping it. About the Summit of the Future: The Summit of the Future, set to take place in September 2024, aims to address the most pressing global challenges through strengthened international cooperation. It focuses on sustainable development, international peace and security, science, technology, and innovation, youth and future generations, and transforming global governance.
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27 June 2024
IOM promotes economic empowerment of women and girls from Afghan and local communities in Turkmenistan
Fifty women and girls from the Afghan and local communities of Mary province have got better access to sustainable livelihoods by successfully completing a threemonth vocational training program in sewing at the Vocational School of the city of Mary of the Ministry of Energy of Turkmenistan with the support of the non-governmental organization “Mashgala” as part of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) regional project "Comprehensive Action Plan for Afghanistan and Neighboring Countries".This target group was selected based on a professional development needs assessment of more than 216 Afghan and local women and girls conducted by IOM in the cities of Mary, Bayramali and Sakar Chaga in Mary province, which identified the most in-demand professions and skills that would help them to become employed in small businesses or self-employed to generate a sustainable source of income. The vocational training took place in groups of 25 people. For three months, the participants deep dived into the theoretical and practical aspects of training with guidance of professional instructors from the Vocational School of the city of Mary of the Ministry of Energy of Turkmenistan. All participants were actively involved in the training process, some of whom even became participants of the national sewing competition in Ashgabat. The instructors of the the Vocational School repeatedly noted the enthusiasm, determination and zeal of all the participants, each of whom was able to sew her own version of clothes by the end of the training. All graduates were provided with official certificates confirming their qualifications as seamstresses. They were also provided with an individual professional sewing machine procured by IOM to ensure the sustainability of training and enable the graduates to put their skills into practice to create sustainable sources of income. The IOM regional project “Comprehensive Action Plan for Afghanistan and Neighboring Countries” aims to provide comprehensive support to Afghan nationals living in Turkmenistan and local communities, especially women and girls, to ensure long-term sustainable development at the local level. One of the project components is the socio-economic empowerment of Afghan and local community women and girls with the direct involvement of local authorities and national non-governmental organizations. IOM Contact Person in Turkmenistan: Dovlet Chariev, Project Associate Tel: +99365708755, e-mail: dchariyev@iom.int
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12 June 2024
Pre-COP29: Turkmen Youth Climate Changers on their way from Dubai to Baku
In partnership with the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office, the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Turkmenistan, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan held an event dedicated to the World Environment Day, outcomes of last year's Climate Change Conference (COP28), and preparations for this year’s Climate Change Conference (COP29) to be held in Baku, Republic of Azerbaijan. This event focused on handover of COP28 Presidency to Azerbaijan, which will host COP29. It also covered the results of COP28 and the involvement of young people in the decision-making process during COP29.Thу event gathered representatives of the UN Country Team, the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan, diplomatic community, national partners, young SDG Ambassadors, environmental activists.During the meeting, the speakers - Ahmed al Hameli, UAE Ambassador to Turkmenistan, Dmitry Shlapachenko, UN Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan, Gismet Gezalov, Ambassador of Azerbaijan to Turkmenistan, and Mahri Bashimova, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan - emphasized the importance of working together and reinforced the commitment to combating climate change and reaching sustainable development goals. The opening ceremony was followed by statements by the Mr. Magtymguly Akmuradov, Advisor to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, who highlighted the role of education and diplomacy in promoting sustainable solutions and strengthening global cooperation.The conference also spotlighted the Road Map for Turkmenistan Conference of Youth on Climate Change 2024 presented by Gulshat Ayydova, providing a strategic framework for youth-led initiatives. LCOY participants shared their invaluable experiences from LCOY2023, reflecting on lessons learned and insights gained for future engagement in global climate summits. "From the moment we stepped foot in Dubai city, we immersed ourselves in the vibrant atmosphere of the youth conference, eager to engage, learn, and collaborate. At COY18, I discovered that climate change isn't a national issue, it's a global one. Working alongside young people from so many different countries gave me a sense of hope and a renewed belief that together we can make a difference. We learned, shared ideas, and strategized together. The workshops and discussions at COY18 equipped me with the skills and knowledge to become a more effective advocate for climate action. I'm excited to put what I learned into practice.” - young SDG Ambassador Maral Allaberdyyeva shared her experience of participating in COY18.A highlight of the event was the presentation of a video capturing the experiences and insights of Turkmen delegates from COY18, accompanied by a reflective discussion on the evaluation of lessons learned from COY18 and COP28 participation.Last year's events, three in Dashoguz, Mary, Lebap velayats and one final in Ashgabat, organized by the UN Resident Coordinator's Office, the UAE Embassy, and the British Embassy, culminated in the Global Youth Climate Conference 2023 (COY18) and the UN Climate Change Conference 2023 (COP28), where Turkmen youth showcased their innovative solutions and advocacy efforts. This year's focus is on young SDG ambassadors, students and environmental activists who discuss refining solutions proposed at previous conferences for effective implementation.As the conference progresses, participants will continue to explore avenues for advancing youth participation in decision-making processes within COP29, to be hosted in Baku this year. The contributions of Turkmen youth to previous global climate conferences demonstrate their commitment to driving positive change and shaping a sustainable future.
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15 April 2024
Even more than a fighting spirit
Every martial artist has a ritual they follow before a big fight. Maybe it’s a special meal they eat, or a song they listen to. For Mustafa, a professional kickboxer in Turkmenistan, his ritual is to watch comedy movies. “Before a fight, I listen to music and watch comedy films,” says Mustafa. “I don't think about the fight. When I come into the ring, only then I start to think about the fight.” It may seem like an unusual approach, but having won 79 of his last 84 matches, it seems to work for him. Mustafa’s dream is to compete internationally for Turkmenistan. There’s just one catch: as a refugee – recognised by UNHCR under its global mandate – he doesn’t have the documents necessary to compete under the Turkmen flag. Forced to fleeMustafa came to Turkmenistan nearly 30 years ago, when he was just six years old. Together with his mother, father and two older brothers, they fled widespread violence and human rights abuses in Afghanistan. Mustafa and his two brothers completed primary and secondary school, learning Turkmen and Russian languages, and making Turkmenistan their home. They also developed affinities with popular national sports which, for Mustafa, was kickboxing. While he was too young to have any memories from Afghanistan, he does remember settling in Turkmenistan. “When I went to school, it was very easy for me to understand the other children, my adaptation at school was very good,” says Mustafa. “I have a strong character.” And it’s that strong character that has served him so well over the years, from hobby fighter to professional kickboxer and trainer. A fighting spirit Mustafa competed in his first tournament at 18 years old, and has won 16 since then. With such a winning streak, in 2017 he was selected to represent Turkmenistan in the Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games in Ashgabat. Like other athletes selected from across the country, he undertook intensive training for a full year before the competition. Just days before the opening ceremony however, he was disqualified – as a refugee, and not a citizen of Turkmenistan, the governing international sports committee said that Mustafa was not permitted to fight for Turkmenistan. “I was very upset that I could not participate,” says Mustafa. “But then, I became stronger.”To be a great kickboxer requires so much more than physical strength and stamina. “You need to have passion for this kind of sport,” says Mustafa. “Then you need good character, strong character, and to not be scared.”Mustafa channeled his disappointment into training harder. Of all 79 victories, he is most proud of winning the President's Cup. Over 350 masters of kickboxing competed in the tournament. “I participated in these games, and won the President’s cup,” says Mustafa. “I was so proud of that. And then as I was a professional kickboxer, they gave me an additional cup of technical sportsman of kickboxing.”In addition to competing professionally, Mustafa trains over 150 pupils at the local sports club, including boys and girls, adults, and other professionals. Most recently, one of his pupils won an international Fight Nation Championship.Home is where the heart is“From when I was six years old, I have lived here,” says Mustafa. “We feel ourselves as Turkmen people.” “I feel thankful for Turkmenistan. People in Turkmenistan are very hospitable and friendly with me. Turkmenistan gave me this profession, and I thank God that I can earn money for my family,” says Mustafa.“I want to receive a passport from Turkmenistan. I want to compete for Turkmenistan” With boxing being a full contact sport, at 32-years old, Mustafa may not be able to compete professionally for too many more years. But, true to his character, his hope and resolve remain strong. “I am in the sport hall training every day, and I can keep my body in good shape,” he says. “As a person, I cannot achieve many of my goals, but with my pupils, I have already won many kinds of competitions. I feel I have won first place too.” *****Turkmenistan currently hosts 13 refugees, all recognised by UNHCR before the country established its national asylum system. All have been in the country at least 20 years, are now fluent in Turkmen, and are de facto integrated into their communities. Some – like Mustafa and his brother – are married to citizens of Turkmenistan, and now have children who are citizens.As they are not recognised as refugees by the government, however, nor citizens of Turkmenistan, all 13 remain in legal limbo and face barriers to employment, health care, education, and housing. UNHCR – tasked by UN Member States to support their protection of refugees – is encouraging the authorities of Turkmenistan to regularise their stay, enabling them to apply for citizenship, access basic rights and services, and contribute to the sustainable development of the country generously hosting them. In 2023, the government granted residence to two refugees.UNHCR is grateful for continued collaboration with the Government of Turkmenistan on this issue, and looks forward to working together to implement the 2024 joint workplan to protect forcibly displaced and stateless people.
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25 July 2024
UN Human Rights Office initiates discussion on recommendations provided to Turkmenistan within the 4th cycle of the UPR
On 22 July OHCHR, in collaboration with the UN Resident Coordinator's Office (UN RCO), organized a briefing on the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) for Turkmenistan, following the publication of a matrix of the recommendations. The UN Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan, Mr. Dmitry Shlapachenko, highlighted the significant role of the UPR in promoting the Sustainable Development Agenda, peace and security, and human rights at the country level. He also stressed that the UN encourages a coordinated and comprehensive approach to implementing the UPR recommendations. The UN system in Turkmenistan is ready to provide comprehensive support in applying such an approach, as the accepted recommendations cover issues relevant to all UN agencies. On 23 July, the UN Human Rights Office conducted a seminar looking at practical experiences in implementing UPR recommendations for members of the Inter-Agency Commission working on Turkmenistan's human rights and international humanitarian law obligations. During the workshop, the UN Human Rights Office shared best practices from other countries. Participants discussed practical approaches to developing a Roadmap for the implementation of the recommendations. "The recommendations cover a wide range of issues, including non-discrimination, freedom from torture, the right to a fair trial, strengthening national human rights institutions and the improvement of human rights for groups in vulnerable situations" said Bogner during the seminar.During the 4th cycle of the UPR conducted in November 2023, Turkmenistan accepted 146 out of 228 recommendations. In February, it also received recommendations from the UN Committee on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women, following the submission of its sixth periodic national report.
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18 July 2024
Turkmenistan and UN Strengthen Partnership at Second Strategic Advisory Board Meeting
The meeting was co-chaired by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Mr. Rashid Meredov, and the UN Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan, Mr. Dmitry Shlapachenko. The primary focus of the meeting was to brief the national stakeholders and the UN Country Team members on the outcomes of the visit of the UN Secretary-General to Turkmenistan on 5-7 July 2024 and, as a follow-up to the agreements reached at the meetings of the UN Secretary-General with the leadership of Turkmenistan, to discuss ideas and proposals to implement the UN General Assembly Resolution 78/266 "International Year of Peace and Trust" in 2025 adopted on 21 March 2024.While briefing on the results of Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ visit to Ashgabat, the Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan highlighted the strengthened strategic UN-Turkmenistan dialogue and alignment of the positions of Turkmenistan and United Nations on such topical issues as ensuring peace and security through joint efforts and on the basis of the UN Charter; intensification of dialogue on peace and security in the framework of international regional organizations; increased role of the United Nations as the sole and legitimate guarantor of security in the world; enhanced use of the potential of neutrality and preventive diplomacy as tools to maintain peace and to build trust among the states; situation in Afghanistan and the need to integrate this country in the regional economic cooperation. During the talks, Turkmenistan once again reiterated its initiatives in relation to the development of a Global Security Strategy, Global Framework for Transition to Circular Economy, promoting energy and transport connectivity and implementation of water diplomacy, as well as Turkmenistan’s readiness to host the ministerial conference on financing for development in 2025. Turkmenistan reconfirmed its commitment to take measures to address climate change, accelerate SDGs implementation, and promote and protect human rights, including through the cooperation with UN human rights mechanisms.Concluding the first session, the members of Strategic Advisory Board agreed to accept the report by the Foreign Minister on the outcomes of the UNSG’s visit to Turkmenistan and to transform the initiatives proposed by the Turkmen side during the Global Governance Summit and at the meeting with the UN Secretary-General to concrete activities to be reflected in the next cycle of the UN-Turkmenistan Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework for 2026-2030 which is under development now.During the second session of the meeting, the meeting participants exchanged proposals and ideas with regard to development of the Plan of Actions to implement the UNGA Resolution to mark 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust. The statements by the Foreign Minister, Deputy Prime Ministers for education and science and for economy and finance as well as the speeches by the heads of UN agencies highlighted concrete suggestions to be reflected in the action plan. The participants welcomed all initiatives proposed by the UN side. It was agreed that a national trust fund would be established to fund the activities of the Action Plan. The trust fund will be capitalized based on government co-financing, funds of the UN system and, possibly, other donors. The meeting participants decided that a joint working group will be formed to finalize the Plan and submit it for approval by the next meeting of the Strategic Advisory Board to be held in September 2024. The meeting provided a platform for Turkmenistan and the United Nations to reaffirm their shared commitment to promoting peace, trust, and sustainable development. The participants reiterated their dedication to collaborating closely in the implementation of the UN Resolution, aiming to build a more peaceful and prosperous future for Turkmenistan, the region and the world.The "Turkmenistan - UN" Strategic Advisory Board was established by the President of Turkmenistan to enhance cooperation and strategic dialogue between the Government of Turkmenistan and the United Nations. The board focuses on advancing shared goals in peace, development, and humanitarian assistance.
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17 July 2024
UN and Turkmenistan Joint Expert Group Convenes to Advance SDG Financing
The meeting began with welcoming remarks and Introduction to the Common Country Analysis (CCA), including SDG analysis focusing on targets, gaps, risks and progress towards Turkmenistan's national SDG commitments.The meeting focused on analyzing SDG financing gaps, with experts from various UN agencies presenting their findings. They discussed proposed SDG indicators and target values for food systems and food security, the methodology for labeling Turkmenistan's state budget using the SDG Rapid Comprehensive Assessment, and shared UNCTAD's SDG costing results with a focus on Central Asia. The SDG Push analysis, including scenario modeling for SDG indicators, was also presented, and the meeting concluded with a Q&A session and closing remarks emphasizing collaborative efforts to bridge financing gaps and accelerate SDG progress in Turkmenistan.The Joint Expert Group of the UN and the Government of Turkmenistan on SDG Financing serves as a platform for dialogue and collaboration to advance the implementation of the SDGs in Turkmenistan. The group brings together experts from various UN agencies, government ministries, and civil society organizations to discuss key issues related to SDG financing, including resource mobilization, budget allocation, and monitoring and evaluation.
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11 July 2024
Representatives of Turkmenistan's Interdepartmental Working Group for development and implementation of National Action Plans on Combating Trafficking in Persons get acquainted with Belarusian experience
As part of the visit, the delegation of Turkmenistan met with representatives of the Department for Citizenship and Migration and the Main Department for Drug Control and Combating Trafficking in Persons of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Belarus, the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Republic of Belarus. Members of the delegation were also exposed to the activities of the International Training Center of the Academy of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Belarus, the Life Safety Center of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Belarus, the operations of the “hotline” run by the national NGO "Business Women's Club" of the city of Brest and the Rehabilitation Center of the International Organization for Migration in the city of Minsk for victims of human trafficking as well as the activities of the Border Guard Service of the State Border Committee of the Republic of Belarus on identification of victims of human trafficking at the entry and exit from the country at the Minsk national airport. In the course of the meetings the emphasis was placed on the implementation of the National Mechanism for Identification and Referral of Victims of Trafficking in Persons. The delegation of Turkmenistan was presented with practical aspects of work of law enforcement agencies, social and non-governmental organizations within the framework of the National Mechanism for Identification and Referral of Victims of Trafficking in Persons, including prevention, identification, interception and investigation of cases of trafficking in persons, many of which are already being committed in cyberspace.A separate topic of the presentations was the social protection system and programs for social support, rehabilitation and reintegration of victims of trafficking in persons, including children, minors and women. In this regard, the Belarusian colleagues presented the areas of work of State Rehabilitation Centers and Crisis Rooms that provide support to all those in difficult life situations, including victims of domestic violence and human trafficking. Representatives of the delegation of Turkmenistan were also familiarized with the system of training and advanced training of specialists of State Rehabilitation Centers and Employment Services, including the topic of identification and referral of victims of trafficking. According to the members of the delegation of Turkmenistan, the experience of the Republic of Belarus in countering trafficking in persons will be taken into account in implementing a new National Action Plan of Turkmenistan on Combatting Trafficking in Persons which is currently being finalized with the support of the IOM in Turkmenistan. The IOM Project “Strengthening the legal framework on trafficking in persons in Turkmenistan to better address the needs of youth and women through a survivor-centered approach” is funded by the IOM Development Fund (IDF). As part of this project, IOM has provided recommendations to relevant national stakeholders for improvement of the CTIP legal framework of Turkmenistan in line with international standards and best practices, which directly relate to areas such as criminalization of trafficking and related offenses, investigation and prosecution, victim identification, status and access to support services, as well as prevention of trafficking through safe migration and socio-economic empowerment of women and youth. The project is also supporting the development of the new CTIP National Action Plan of Turkmenistan inclusive of specific actions aimed at women and youth empowerment in response to emerging trends and challenges in combating human trafficking.The International Organization for Migration has been working in Turkmenistan since 1997. IOM is one of the key partners of Turkmenistan in combatting trafficking in persons. Two previous National Action Plans of Turkmenistan on Combatting Trafficking in Persons (2016-2018, 2020- 2022) were developed and implemented with the support of IOM in Turkmenistan.IOM contact person in Turkmenistan: Gulshirin ANNADURDIYEVA, Project Assistant phone: +99365717260, e-mail: gannadurdiye@iom.int
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09 July 2024
International Training Course on Tuberculosis Treatment Enhances Expertise for MoHMIT Specialists
WHO/Europe consultants, Professor Alena Skrahina and Dr. Elmira Gurbanova, led the sessions of the training course, organized within the framework of the WHO-USAID project "Accelerating efforts to end TB in Turkmenistan."Participants engaged in discussions on a wide range of topics, including:- New diagnostic methods for TB and TB infection- Treatment approaches for drug-resistant TB (DR-TB) and rifampicin-resistant TB (RR-TB) in both children and adults- Clinical case studies using short treatment regimens for DR-TB and RR-TBThe training also covered co-infections, such as RR-TB and viral hepatitis C, TB/RR-TB and HIV, and the intersection of TB with pregnancy and diabetes. Participants explored clinical cases related to RR-TB treatment, including acute renal failure, myelosuppression, mental disorders, clostridioides difficile, optic neuritis, and peripheral neuropathy. Additionally, the course addressed TB infection management for contacts of DR-TB and multidrug-resistant TB (MDR-TB), RR-TB treatment in the context of alcohol dependence and QTcF interval prolongation. The training concluded with discussions on the registration of TB and RR-TB treatment outcomes, emphasizing the assessment of program effectiveness.Dr. Elmira Gurbanova, one of the course leaders, expressed optimism about the impact of the training: "By aligning our practices with WHO recommendations and national guidelines, we can improve patient outcomes and contribute to the global fight against TB."The international training course provided a valuable platform for medical professionals to enhance their knowledge and skills, fostering collaboration and advancing TB treatment strategies.
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