BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 17. Turkmenistan has
proposed developing an international code governing the peaceful
use of artificial intelligence in international relations and
diplomacy.


This was reflected in a press release issued by the press
service of the Turkmen government citing President Serdar
Berdimuhamedov’s speech at the 7th Summit of the Conference on
Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) in
Baku.


According to the publication, Serdar Berdimuhamedov said that
digital technologies were becoming increasingly important in
international cooperation, creating opportunities for economic
development, more efficient public administration and improved
diplomatic tools.


At the same time, their application requires a responsible
approach based on international law, trust and consideration of the
interests of all states, he added.


“In this regard, Turkmenistan is proposing the development of an
International Code on the Peaceful Use of Artificial Intelligence
in International Relations and Diplomacy,” Berdimuhamedov
stated.







Meanwhile, Turkmenistan is developing a national policy
framework for artificial intelligence as part of its broader
digital transformation agenda. In May 2026, the Ministry of
Communications and the United Nations Development Programme
reviewed key findings of a draft national AI strategy, focusing on
digital infrastructure, data governance and the responsible
adoption of AI in the public sector.


In January 2026, the government also announced plans to develop
national rules for AI use, define the responsibilities of relevant
parties and establish standards and technical regulations for
AI-related products. These measures form part of the country's
wider efforts to develop its digital economy.


Practical applications are also being explored. According to the
country’s Ministry of Communications, pilot AI projects have been
launched in education, healthcare, agriculture and road traffic
management. The ministry has also outlined plans for a national
data centre and a specialized AI competence centre.


In education, a Turkmen delegation discussed potential
cooperation with OpenAI in May 2026, including the possible
piloting of AI tools in selected educational institutions, teacher
training and the development of AI literacy. The discussions also
covered data protection and the safe use of AI.