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The ‘Karakum Glow’ gas crater is gradually fading after half a century of burning
07.06.2025A gas crater known as the ‘Karakum Glow’ has been burning in Turkmenistan for over 50 years. This phenomenon arose in 1971 as a result of drilling operations. This was reported by the Stavropol website. However, today the fire has significantly weakened. The intensity of the burning has decreased threefold: if earlier the light from the crater was visible for kilometres, now it is only noticeable near the crater itself, which has a diameter of about 70 metres. The reason for the weakening of the flame is obvious — the depletion of the gas reserves that feed the fire. Despite Turkmenistan's rich deposits, the underground methane reserves in the crater area are coming to an end. Environmentalists see this as a positive sign: methane is a powerful greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming.
May issue of ‘Arkadagly Ýaşlar’ magazine: achievements, science and international cooperation
05.06.2025The May issue of ‘Arkadagly Ýaşlar’ magazine opens with articles about significant events in the life of Turkmenistan. The front pages feature a report on the triumph of the ‘Arkadag’ football club, which won the AFC Challenge League, and the celebrations held to mark this achievement. This was reported by the state information agency ‘Turkmenistan Today’. The issue pays special attention to patriotic themes: the article ‘Watan goragy belent jogapkärçilik, jana-jan borç’ is dedicated to Victory Day, and the article ‘Gözelligiň göwher gaşy’ tells about the beauty of white marble Ashgabat on City Day. The magazine includes materials on international cooperation, in particular a report on the second meeting of the Central Asian Youth Dialogue at the UN headquarters in New York, an analysis of cooperation between the countries of the region and China, and an article on economic partnership. The scientific section ‘Ýaşlar ylym dünýäsinde’ presents readers with research by young scientists, while articles on the archaeological site of Yekegovak and ecology complement the informative section. As usual, the issue includes poetry, an astrological forecast and the results of the ‘Ýaş waspçy’ competition.
Turkmenistan and Italy signed agreements on co-operation in the field of archaeology
31.05.2025During Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov's official visit to Kazakhstan, a ceremony was held to exchange documents related to archaeological cooperation, TDH reported. According to the source, two agreements were signed: the first one between the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan and the International Association for Mediterranean and Oriental Studies (ISMEO, Italy), and the second one between the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan and the Turin Centre for Archaeological Research and Excavations in Asia and the Middle East (Italy). Both documents are aimed at developing joint activities in the field of archaeological research. The agreements envisage deepening partnership in archaeological research and expanding scientific cooperation.
Turkmenistan and Newsweek discussed prospects for media cooperation
30.05.2025On 27 May, the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the United Nations Office in Geneva held talks with Laure Crane, C-Level Engagement Director at the international news agency Newsweek. During the meeting, the parties discussed in detail promising areas of cooperation aimed at promoting Turkmenistan's strategic initiatives in the international arena. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The discussion focused on specific formats for cooperation, including the preparation and publication of analytical materials on Turkmenistan's policies and achievements, the organisation of exclusive interviews with representatives of the country's top leadership, and the participation of Newsweek correspondents in major international events held in Turkmenistan. Particular attention was paid to expanding dialogue on key areas of international cooperation and covering Turkmenistan's position on pressing global issues.
New park opened in Ashgabat
24.05.2025On 23 May, a new park ‘Shapak’ was opened in Choganly residential area located in Bagtyyarlyk district of Ashgabat. Its opening is timed to the upcoming City Day and has become a pleasant event for local residents. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The opening ceremony was attended by representatives of state authorities, military and law enforcement agencies, as well as members of Halk Maslahaty, representatives of public organisations, elders, mothers-veterans and young people. The creation of the park reflects the active development of urban infrastructure within the framework of a large-scale urban development programme implemented on the initiative of the country's leadership.
EC President invited to take part in International Forum on Peace and Trust
23.05.2025The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov has sent an official invitation to the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen to take part in the International Forum of Peace and Trust to be held on 12 December in Ashgabat. The message was handed over to the diplomatic adviser of the European Commission head by Turkmenistan's Ambassador to Belgium Sapar Palvanov. This is reported by the IIC. During the meeting, the sides discussed the current state and prospects of interaction between Turkmenistan and the European Union. It was noted that bilateral relations are developing in a constructive manner. Particular attention was paid to the significance of the recent meeting of foreign ministers of the EU and Central Asian countries in Ashgabat, as well as the first summit ‘European Union-Central Asia’, which became important stages on the way to the formation of a sustainable partnership. The Turkmen side expressed readiness to step up co-operation with the EU in such priority areas as energy, transport, supply of critical raw materials, education and scientific and technical exchange. Interest in deepening dialogue on regional and global agenda - from economic ties to environmental issues - was also confirmed.
A modern settlement with developed infrastructure will be built in Turkmenistan
22.05.2025A new modern settlement is being built on the territory of the Taze yol rural council of Kunyaurgench district of Dashoguz velayat of Turkmenistan, which will be equipped with all necessary infrastructure for comfortable life and labour activity. This is reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The project envisages construction of hundreds of residential houses, including cottages, as well as laying of modern engineering communications - water supply networks, electricity, gas pipeline and roads. Special attention is paid to the development of the production base. A private enterprise for production of soft drinks, a bakery and a greenhouse complex for growing lemons and mushrooms will be opened in the settlement. These facilities will not only provide the population with products, but will also create jobs for local residents. There will also be a wide network of social and cultural facilities: a secondary school for 420 students, a kindergarten for 160 children, a Health House, a House of Culture with a 200-seat auditorium, a shopping centre, shops, a service centre, administration and fire service buildings. The construction of the new settlement is being carried out in accordance with modern town-planning standards adopted in the country. The project is aimed at improving the quality of life of the population and socio-economic development of the region.
Turkmenistan pavilion takes third place at EXPO 2025 in Osaka
19.05.2025Turkmenistan's pavilion took the honorable third place among the brightest national expositions at the World EXPO 2025 in Osaka. This is reported by Turkmenportal news website. According to the source, the rating was based on the results of a survey of 100 visitors to the exhibition, conducted by Japanese ABC Television (Asahi Broadcasting Corporation). Representatives of the TV channel emphasised the original architectural solution of the Turkmen pavilion. According to them, the facade of the building makes an unforgettable impression, especially in the evening. It is noteworthy that the Japanese audience was particularly interested in the Japanese language textbooks used in primary schools of Turkmenistan. The report also noted the gastronomic part of the exposition. The journalists highly appreciated the traditional Turkmen tea set and the national treat pishme offered to it.
UNICEF training for journalists takes place in Ashgabat
13.05.2025A special training for journalists, organised by the UNICEF Office in Turkmenistan with the support of the country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has started at the UN headquarters in Ashgabat. The event, which will last until 17 May, is conducted by international experts from Kazakhstan and Lithuania. This is reported by ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The training programme includes methods of creating quality content for children's audience, peculiarities of interviewing children and teenagers, principles of ethical representation of children in social advertising. Attention will be paid to the use of AI technologies to visualise children's content and the basics of storytelling when working with children's topics. The participants of the training will practise their knowledge during group exercises on creating media materials. The event was an important step in raising the professional standards of the Turkmen media's work with children's issues, which is in line with international principles of child rights protection.
Turkmenistan leads in speed of transit procedures in Central Asia
11.05.2025Turkmenistan continues systematic work to improve the efficiency of regional transit routes. This is evidenced by the results of an express study conducted in October-November 2024 by the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ), the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan reports. According to the study, the average time of transit cargo passing through the state border of Turkmenistan is 50 minutes - the best indicator among Central Asian countries. By comparison, it is 2 hours 26 minutes in Kazakhstan, 1 hour 50 minutes in Tajikistan, 1 hour 28 minutes in Kyrgyzstan and 1 hour 25 minutes in Uzbekistan. This result was possible due to digitalisation and introduction of modern technologies in the activities of the State Customs Service. These measures made it possible to optimise and unify procedures, which noticeably accelerated cargo clearance. The achievement points to Turkmenistan's growing role as an important and reliable logistics hub between Europe and Asia, where speed and technology become important competitive advantages.
In Turkmenistan, the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War is being celebrated
09.05.2025Today, Turkmenistan marks a significant event - the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945, which occupies a special place in the national historical memory. Commemorative events are being held all over the country, reflecting deep respect for the feat of generations who defended peace and freedom, the state news agency TDH reported. The National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov took part in the ceremony of laying flowers at the monuments of the memorial complex ‘People’s Memory’. In his address to the nation on the occasion of the Victory Anniversary, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasised the important role of war and home front veterans in the modern development of the country. According to the head of state, their life path serves as an example of true patriotism, steadfastness and moral greatness for the younger generation, instilling in them a sense of duty to the Motherland, respect for the older generation and historical truth. The source notes that more than one hundred citizens of Turkmenistan were honoured with the high title of Hero for their courage and heroism during the war, and thousands were awarded orders and medals. Among them is Berdimuhamed Annayev, great-grandfather of the current President and grandfather of the National Leader, whose biography has become a symbol of valour and devotion to the Fatherland. A special page in the annals of memory is the handing over of the Battle standard of the 748th Rifle Regiment of the 206th Rifle Division, in which Berdimuhamed Annayev fought, to mark the 75th anniversary of the Victory in 2020. A delegation from the Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation specially arrived in Ashgabat to participate in the ceremony.
The capital of Turkmenistan will host the International Exhibition and Conference "White City Ashgabat"
09.05.2025On 24-25 May 2025, the capital of Turkmenistan will be the venue for the XXIV White City Ashgabat Multidisciplinary International Exhibition and Conference. The event, organised by the Ashgabat Mayor's (Khakim) Office, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan and Turkmen Energy Forum Company, will be a key platform for demonstrating the city's achievements in urban planning, industry, science and education. This is reported by the state news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The conference programme includes plenary sessions, thematic sessions and bilateral meetings aimed at discussing strategies for sustainable development of Ashgabat itself and the country as a whole. The main topics include digitalisation of urban infrastructure, green construction, development of renewable energy, modernisation of the industrial sector, improvement of the transport system, public-private partnership mechanisms and introduction of innovative solutions in healthcare and education. The Conference will open with a plenary session entitled ‘International Year of Peace and Trust: White City Ashgabat - City of Future and Opportunity’. The central leitmotif will be the positioning of Ashgabat as a benchmark for sustainable development and introduction of advanced technologies. One of the key sessions will be ‘Modern Construction and Industry: Technologies and Financing’, where the transformation of the construction industry, introduction of innovations in the production of construction materials and ways of financing infrastructure projects will be considered. It is also planned to discuss international industrial cooperation and technological modernisation. The session ‘Technological Innovations in Modernising the Construction, Industrial and Energy Sectors of Turkmenistan's Economy’ will focus on digital transformation and improving the efficiency of key sectors. The discussion will cover the introduction of AI, digital solutions and new production models focused on safety, environmental friendliness and sustainability. A separate block will be devoted to human capital development - interaction between business and educational institutions and training of new generation of engineering and technical specialists. Special attention will be paid to the training of personnel capable of working effectively in the digital economy. The focus will also be on the modernisation of road infrastructure with the use of energy efficient and intelligent technologies aimed at sustainable development of urban transport systems.
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