Representatives of Turkmenistan’s State Migration Service Attend Regional Training Seminar in Almaty
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A regional training seminar on international protection was held in Almaty, Kazakhstan, on 20–21 October 2026. Participants included representatives of government agencies from Central Asian countries, international organizations and Turkmenistan’s State Migration Service.
A regional training seminar dedicated to international protection was held in Almaty, Kazakhstan, on 20–21 October 2026. The event brought together representatives of relevant government agencies from Central Asian countries, experts from international organizations, and representatives of Turkmenistan’s State Migration Service.
According to the press service of Turkmenistan’s State Migration Service, the seminar aimed to facilitate the exchange of experience on migration issues, strengthen cooperation in ensuring international protection for refugees, improve migration management, and prevent statelessness.
During the seminar, participants discussed current trends in international migration policy, the legal framework for granting asylum, the activities of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), and international practices in protecting refugees’ rights.
The seminar also addressed the specific features of Central Asian countries’ national migration legislation, procedures for determining refugee status, and opportunities to improve the relevant mechanisms.
Participants emphasized the importance of regional cooperation in the field of migration, noting that sharing experience and strengthening mutual engagement would contribute to more effective solutions to challenges in this area.