Ashgabat, September 7, 2025 – The Europe Today: Turkmenistan has dispatched humanitarian aid to children and residents of Afghanistan affected by the recent earthquake, underscoring the country’s steadfast commitment to the principles of humanism and good neighborliness.
In accordance with the Order of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, a humanitarian consignment was sent from Ashgabat International Airport, consisting of textiles, food products, clothing, and other essential goods. The aid is intended primarily for children and families who suffered as a result of the natural disaster.
The initiative was organized on behalf of the Charity Fund for Providing Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship named after Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, with all supplies provided at the expense of the organization. This action once again reaffirms Turkmenistan’s adherence to the noble traditions of compassion and solidarity deeply rooted in its history.
Humanitarian assistance and international cooperation represent one of the priority directions of Turkmenistan’s foreign policy strategy, first introduced by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, and now actively pursued by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov. Within this framework, particular emphasis is placed on strengthening humanitarian ties as an integral component of regional and global stability.
Participants at the handover ceremony expressed deep gratitude to the leadership of Turkmenistan for its continuous support and timely assistance to the Afghan people during times of need.
By consistently advancing a constructive and peace-oriented foreign policy, Turkmenistan continues to make a meaningful contribution to fostering humanitarian cooperation, based on mutual respect, understanding, and trust.
