Turkmenistan Appoints and Dismisses Judges in Judicial Reshuffle
On June 4, 2026, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan issued a decree concerning the appointment and dismissal of judges across various courts in the country. This significant judicial reshuffle aims to enhance the efficiency and integrity of the nation's legal system.
Details of the Decree
The decree, in accordance with Articles 25, 56, 60, 81, and 102 of the Law of Turkmenistan "On the Court," includes the following key appointments and dismissals:
- Appointments:
- Mekan Ilmyradovich Hummedov as a judge of the Berkararlyk etrap court in Ashgabat, assigned the fifth qualification class.
- Mahriban Allashukurovna Bagyyeva as a judge for family cases in the Kopetdag etrap court of Ashgabat.
- Ayjahan Yagmyrovna Ymamberdiyeva as a judge of the Ahal velayat court and included in its Presidium, relieved from her previous position as a judge of the Ak bugday etrap court.
- Muhammetmyrat Alyyev as a judge of the Ak bugday etrap court, assigned the fifth qualification class.
- Mekan Muhammetnurovich Muhammetgurbanov as a judge of the Babadayhan etrap court, assigned the fifth qualification class.
- Shatlyk Babajanovich Kozyyev as a judge of the Etrek etrap court, assigned the fifth qualification class.
- Maysa Jumadurdyyevna Metgeldiyeva as a judge for family cases in the Turkmenabat city court, relieved from her previous position as a judge of the same court.
- Orazmuhammet Gochmammedovich Saparmammedov as a judge of the Halach etrap court, assigned the fifth qualification class.
- Sohbet Hojamyradov as a judge of the Mary city court, assigned the fifth qualification class.
- Jeyhun Elyas ogly Annagulyev as a judge of the Tagtabazar etrap court, assigned the fifth qualification class.
- Dismissals:
- Leyla Myradovna Kemalova from the position of judge of the Berkararlyk etrap court due to the expiration of her term.
- Dunyagozel Bayramsahedovna Begjanova from the position of judge of the Ahal velayat court due to the expiration of her term.
- Meylis Maksatgeldiyevich Ovezov from the position of judge of the Balkanabat city court due to the expiration of his term.
- Ovez Agageldiyevich Esenov from the position of judge of the Mary city court due to the expiration of his term.
Implications of the Judicial Changes
This comprehensive reshuffle reflects the government's commitment to strengthening the judicial system by appointing qualified individuals to key positions and ensuring that the judiciary operates effectively. The inclusion of judges for family cases indicates a focus on specialized areas of law, aiming to address specific legal needs within the community.
By assigning qualification classes to newly appointed judges, the decree also emphasizes the importance of professional development and recognition within the judiciary. These measures are expected to enhance the overall quality of legal proceedings and uphold the rule of law in Turkmenistan.
Conclusion
The recent appointments and dismissals within Turkmenistan's judiciary mark a significant step towards judicial reform and efficiency. As these new judges assume their roles, it is anticipated that the legal system will experience improvements in both functionality and public trust.
