Solemn Event Marking United Nations Day Held in Ashgabat

On 23 October 2026, a solemn event marking United Nations Day was held at the UN building in Ashgabat. United Nations Day is observed annually on 24 October to commemorate the entry into force of the UN Charter.

The event was organized by the Office of the UN Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan with the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. It was attended by representatives of relevant ministries and agencies of the country, as well as members of the mass media.

The event was opened with addresses by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Mähri Bäşimowa and UN Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan Grace Wang.

Their remarks emphasized the pivotal role of the United Nations in maintaining international peace and security, strengthening international cooperation and promoting sustainable development. It was noted that Turkmenistan regards the UN as a universal and legitimate international organization that plays a central role in addressing pressing global issues on the basis of international law and the principles of the UN Charter.

Particular attention was paid to the strategic nature of Turkmenistan’s longstanding cooperation with the United Nations, which covers a broad range of areas, including international peace and security, sustainable development, environmental protection, transport, energy, humanitarian cooperation and the protection of human rights.

It was emphasized that Turkmenistan consistently advocates strengthening multilateral diplomacy, expanding international dialogue and enhancing the role of the United Nations in addressing contemporary challenges. In this context, particular importance was attached to the country’s initiatives aimed at fostering a culture of peace and trust, advancing preventive diplomacy and promoting the principles of neutrality on the international stage.

The event served as a further reaffirmation of Turkmenistan’s commitment to the goals and principles of the Charter of the United Nations, as well as the country’s readiness to continue constructive cooperation with the UN in the interests of peace, security and sustainable development.