Embassy of the United States in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan; address 9 1984 Street, Ashgabat; phone +99312940045. Head of mission: Ms. Elizabeth Rudd.
Head of mission: Ms. Elizabeth Rudd, Ambassador (as of 2024)
The United States is a major global tourism destination, appealing to millions with its rich cultural landmarks, natural attractions, and iconic cities. Its high international tourist receipts underscore its importance in the tourism sector. Consequently, it may attract a segment of Turkmenistan's population of 6 million.
The safety of the United States for tourists from Turkmenistan can be assessed through various crime statistics. According to the Global Peace Index, the U.S. ranks 130th out of 160 countries, which is lower than Turkmenistan's ranking of 80th, indicating that the U.S. is perceived as less safe overall. In terms of murder rates, Turkmenistan has a rate of 4.2 per 100,000 people, while the U.S. has a higher rate of 6.8. Additionally, the U.S. has a female murder rate of 2.9, which is not reported for Turkmenistan. The Global Organized Crime Index provides further insights, where lower scores indicate better safety. For instance, the U.S. scores 5.0 for mafia groups and 6.5 for crime networks, compared to Turkmenistan's scores of 3.0 and 3.5, respectively. Other areas, such as human trafficking and arms trafficking, also show higher scores (indicating worse conditions) for the U.S. compared to Turkmenistan. Overall, while the U.S. has many attractions for tourists, it is important for visitors from Turkmenistan to be aware of the higher crime rates and organized crime indices when considering their safety.
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