Cultural and humanitarian cooperation

In 2025, cultural and humanitarian cooperation between the Republic of Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan developed in the context of strengthening bilateral relations and strategic partnership between the two countries. Key efforts in this direction included high-level contacts, intergovernmental visits, participation of delegations in international humanitarian forums, and the organization of joint and reciprocal cultural events.
The cultural-humanitarian agenda covered areas such as culture, healthcare, social policy, gender equality, preservation of historical and cultural heritage, and the development of interregional ties.

At the end of March 2025, the Minister of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan, A. Sh. Alnazarova, visited Turkmenistan on a working trip to participate in international humanitarian events held in Ashgabat.
As part of the visit:

The Minister participated in an international conference focused on the development of international cooperation, health protection, and child support.
A meeting took place with the Vice President for Medical Activities of the Gurbangulu Berdymukhamedov Charitable Foundation, Oguljahan Atabaeva.
Another meeting was held with the Minister of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan, Myrat Mammedov.
During the negotiations, both sides emphasized:
The importance of strengthening Kazakhstan-Turkmenistan ties in the healthcare sector as an essential element of humanitarian cooperation.
The prospects for exchanging experiences in maternal and child health protection, disease prevention, and the implementation of social programs.
This visit was a practical contribution to the development of humanitarian cooperation and laid the groundwork for further intergovernmental agreements.

In March 2025, large-scale cultural and public events were held in Turkmenistan in celebration of the International Nowruz Day.
The festive program included a concert by the West Kazakhstan Regional Philharmonic named after G. Kurmangaliyev, exhibitions of folk crafts, and demonstrations of traditions reflecting the shared cultural heritage of the region’s peoples. Ethnic Kazakhs living in Turkmenistan attended the concert.
The Nowruz celebrations became an important element in strengthening cultural dialogue and humanitarian ties.
During the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries, held in August 2025 at the National Tourist Zone "Awaza" (Turkmenistan), an exhibition of the Republic of Kazakhstan was organized, showcasing the country’s cultural and economic heritage.
The exhibition became an important part of the conference and aimed to present Kazakhstan as an active participant in international cooperation in areas such as culture, science, tourism, and economics.
The exhibition included:

Creative works and folk crafts of Kazakh artisans, highlighting the country's unique cultural heritage.
Economic and investment opportunities of Kazakhstan, including potential in tourism and innovative technologies.
Historical and cultural monuments, as well as Kazakhstan's achievements in sustainable development.
This exhibition helped underscore Kazakhstan's international importance as a key partner for landlocked countries and strengthened cultural ties between the conference participants.

In October 2025, a cultural evening was held in Ashgabat, dedicated to the 180th anniversary of Abai Kunanbayev, organized by the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Turkmenistan.
The event included:

Performances of Abai’s works.
Emphasis on his role as an outstanding thinker and spiritual bridge between the peoples of the Turkic world.
Highlighting the significance of Kazakh culture in the broader regional humanitarian space.

On October 29, 2025, cultural and protocol events were held in Turkmenistan in celebration of Kazakhstan’s Republic Day, organized by the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
The celebrations included:

A formal reception and cultural program.
Presentation and exhibition events.
Speeches dedicated to the history, culture, and statehood of Kazakhstan.
This event contributed to promoting cultural diplomacy and strengthening friendly relations between the two countries.

In November 2025, creative ensembles from the Mangystau region of the Republic of Kazakhstan toured the cities of Balkanabad and Turkmenbashi. The concerts featured about 80 artists presenting folk and contemporary music. These events were organized as part of interregional cooperation between Mangystau and the Balkan region.
These tours were a significant contribution to developing cultural exchange at the regional level.
On December 9–10, 2025, an international forum titled "The Role of Women in Modern Society: Developing International Cooperation for Achieving Sustainable Development Goals" was held in the National Tourist Zone "Awaza", coinciding with the events of the International Year of Peace and Trust and the 30th Anniversary of Turkmenistan’s Permanent Neutrality.
The forum featured:

Discussions on gender equality, social policy, and sustainable development.
Thematic humanitarian sessions.
Cultural and public events with the participation of foreign delegations, including from Kazakhstan.
Bilateral meetings with Iranian Government Speaker Fatemeh Mohadjerani.
The forum became an important international platform for humanitarian dialogue.

In 2025, Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan also interacted within the framework of international cultural platforms, including:

Participation in events organized by the International Organization of Turkic Culture (TURKSOY).
The participation of Turkmenistan in global cultural policy forums (MONDIACULT).
International festivals and cultural programs featuring creative teams from both countries.

A key event of the year was the state visit of the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdymukhammedov, to the Republic of Kazakhstan, which took place on November 24–25, 2025.
During talks with President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, issues were discussed regarding the expansion of cooperation in the political, economic, and cultural-humanitarian spheres.
As a result of the visit, a package of bilateral documents was signed, including:

An agreement between the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Government of Turkmenistan on cooperation in the cultural-humanitarian sphere, aimed at developing cultural exchanges, education, science, and humanitarian initiatives.
A plan for joint activities between the Ministries of Health of Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan for 2026–2027, aimed at developing professional contacts and exchanging experience.
A memorandum on scientific cooperation between the National Academy of Sciences of Kazakhstan and the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan.
This signing consolidated the humanitarian dimension of bilateral cooperation and laid the institutional foundation for further expansion of interactions.

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