Education
Turkmen students learn the secrets of a world leader in agricultural machinery
30.09.2025Students and teachers majoring in Agricultural Mechanisation at the Turkmen Agricultural Institute and the S.A. Niyazov Turkmen Agricultural University completed a joint internship in Germany and the Netherlands. This was reported by the news website Asmannews. The programme focused on studying modern John Deere machinery and equipment and applying theoretical knowledge in practice. In the German city of Mannheim, participants visited a tractor manufacturing plant, learned about the company's history and production processes, including the full assembly cycle and automation. The students also visited a factory in Bruchsal and a central spare parts warehouse. In Kaiserslautern, at the company's European Technology and Innovation Centre, students learned how to use the ‘Work Planner’ programme for digital management of agricultural machinery. The delegation visited a factory in Horst (Netherlands), where mounted and self-propelled sprayers are manufactured. The students studied various models, as well as innovative systems for precise fertiliser application and plant spraying. The programme also included excursions to technical museums and historical sites. The internship gave students valuable experience working with the advanced technologies of the world leader in agricultural machinery manufacturing.
Hydrogen Energy Centre opens in Turkmenistan
28.09.2025A Hydrogen Energy Centre has been established at the Yagshygeldi Kakayev International University of Oil and Gas. This was reported by the Orient news agency. The centre has already presented its first results: research has been conducted on the production of ‘green’ hydrogen by electrolysis, and a facility has been created to obtain it from natural gas using plasma chemical technologies. Cooperation has been established with international partners, including Tsukuba University, ‘Iwatani’ and ‘Kawasaki Heavy Industries’, the IAEA and Imperial College London, to train specialists and exchange experience. Seminars and advanced training courses are held for employees of the State Concerns ‘Türkmengaz’ and ‘Türkmennebit’, as well as the Ministry of Energy of Turkmenistan. During the recent visit of the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, to Japan, a Memorandum was signed with the University of Tsukuba on joint research and educational programmes for 2025–2026.
Turkmen students to undergo training in Japan
25.09.2025As part of the Memorandum of Academic Exchange and Cooperation between the Oguz Han Engineering and Technology University of Turkmenistan and Tsukuba University (Japan), three Turkmen students will travel to Japan to study. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. The programme is scheduled to run from 1 October 2025 to 31 August 2026 and covers engineering, computer science, humanities and advanced technologies. The implementation of this educational initiative is an important step in the development of science and the strengthening of international cooperation. Participation in the programme will give students the opportunity to expand their professional knowledge, gain academic experience, deepen their understanding of cultural characteristics, and prepare for future work as highly qualified specialists in their fields.
Turkmen students successfully competed at the WSDG 2025 competition in Malaysia
24.09.2025Students from the Oguz Han Engineering and Technology University of Turkmenistan successfully participated in the ‘World Sustainable Development Goal Challenge’ (WSDG 2025) competition organised by Multimedia University and the Malaysian Young Scientists Organisation. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. More than 2,100 scientific works by students from 15 countries participated in the competition. The gold medal and the ‘WSDG Innovation Grand Award’ went to Suleymanmuhammet Shamuhammedov, a fourth-year student at the Faculty of Chemical Technology, for his work ‘Scientific Foundations for the Production of Green Cement for Sustainable Development,’ dedicated to environmentally friendly methods of cement production and efficient energy use. The gold medal and prize ‘Best Innovation in Sustainable Development’ was awarded to the work ‘Innovative Technology for Producing Pure Gypsum from Phosphogypsum—an Industrial Waste’, prepared by Aymyrat Halnazarov, a third-year student of the Faculty of Chemical Technology, and Jemal Sharipova, a third-year student of the Faculty of Chemical Engineering. The study proposed an environmentally friendly and economically viable method of processing industrial waste into building materials. The scientific supervisor of the national team, Atamyrat Altyev, Candidate of Technical Sciences, made a significant contribution to these successes.
A meeting with the AQA Global delegation was held at the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan
19.09.2025On 18 September, the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan hosted a meeting with a delegation from the British company AQA Global Assessment Services, which included Director of International Business Development Sean Crowley, Director of Assessment Systems Anna Green, and Regional Consultant Vali Guseyn. This was reported by the news agency Orient. The parties discussed prospects for cooperation in improving the quality of education and assessment systems, taking into account the needs of the labour market. AQA has extensive international experience, ranging from the implementation of national certification and qualification standardisation systems to the digitisation of testing. In particular, in Uzbekistan, the company participated in the development of a new assessment model for secondary schools, and in Kazakhstan, it participated in the creation of a criteria-based system for graduates. The future partnership involves the exchange of experience in the field of examination platforms and certification, the introduction of digital solutions, the development of uniform qualification standards and methodological support for teachers. Particular emphasis is placed on the application of international standards in the planning of educational reforms.
Turkmenistan and Japan discussed expanding educational cooperation
19.09.2025On 16 September, Turkmenistan's Minister of Education J. Gurbangeldiyev met with Hiroshi Sasaki, Japan's Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Turkmenistan. During the talks, the parties discussed long-term prospects for cooperation in the field of education. This was reported by the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. The positive dynamics of cooperation, which gained new momentum after the April visit of the President of Turkmenistan to Japan, was noted. Particular attention was paid to the growing interest of Turkmen youth in learning Japanese, which is now studied by thousands of students and schoolchildren in the country. During the meeting, specific proposals were discussed for the implementation of joint training programmes in the field of hydrogen energy. Issues related to the professional development of teachers of exact sciences through JICA and MEXT programmes were considered, as well as the coordination of the work of educational institutions in Turkmenistan where Japanese is taught. The Japanese side was invited to participate in an international exhibition and scientific conference on education and healthcare, which will be held in Ashgabat in October this year. The parties confirmed their commitment to further strengthening their educational partnership and expressed confidence in the successful implementation of the planned projects.
500 places have been provided to citizens of Turkmenistan at Russian universities for the new academic year
17.09.2025Russia has provided citizens of Turkmenistan with 500 state-funded places to study at Russian colleges and universities in the 2026-2027 academic year. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The statement notes that the programme opens up the opportunity to receive education in Russia free of charge. Applications are accepted through the education-in-russia.com portal. Registration for participation in the 2026-2027 academic year quota campaign began on 15 September.
Schoolchildren from Turkmenistan to compete in robotics championship in Panama
16.09.2025The ‘Oguzrobot’ team from School No. 97 in Ashgabat will represent Turkmenistan at the ‘First Global Challenge 2025’ international tournament, which will be held from 29 October to 1 November in Panama. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. This prestigious competition, known as the ‘Robotics Olympiad’, will bring together participants from more than 190 countries under the motto ‘Eco Equilibrium’. The teams' task is to create robots to protect biodiversity and restore ecosystems. ‘Oguzrobot’ has been participating in the tournament since 2017 and has already won medals and special prizes. The team is currently actively testing its robot, adapting it to the conditions of future trials. International cooperation will also be an important part of the competition: schoolchildren from different countries will come together to solve problems, which will promote the exchange of experience and the development of STEM education.
A Korean language textbook for 9th grade students has been published in Turkmenistan
15.09.2025In the period of the Revival of the New Era of the Powerful State, the course set by His Excellency President Serdar Berdimuhamedov serves as a powerful impetus for development in all areas, including the education system. A striking example of the fulfilment of the tasks set is the publication of a new textbook, Korean Language, for 9th grade students in general education schools, prepared by authors D. Soyunnazarova and M. Mammedova (published by the Turkmen State Publishing Service, 2025). This was reported by the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. The textbook has a unique design and includes interesting exercises, poems, proverbs and riddles designed to develop students' intellect and increase their interest in the subject. Thematic illustrations contribute to better assimilation of the material. An important feature of the publication is the availability of audio recordings for dictionaries and texts, which demonstrates the practical implementation of the course on the integration of digital technologies into the educational process. The material in the textbook is structured according to a clear scheme: from learning new vocabulary through text to grammar and homework assignments. The sections at the end of the book containing information about the Republic of Korea add additional value to the manual.
A new Japanese language textbook for 9th grade students has been published in Turkmenistan
15.09.2025Systematic work continues in Turkmenistan to modernise education within the framework of state concepts for the development of education. Under the leadership of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, tasks are being implemented to integrate modern methods of teaching foreign languages and digitise the educational process. This was reported by the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. One of the practical results of this work was the publication in 2025 of a Japanese language textbook for 9th grade general education schools. The textbook, developed by a team of authors consisting of H. Ito, N. Katsu and A. Taganova, fully complies with the approved curriculum and consists of eight thematic chapters covering various aspects of everyday life and culture. A distinctive feature of the new textbook is its multimedia format: the dictionary and texts are accompanied by audio recordings, which helps to develop students' language skills. The publication includes a variety of exercises, dialogues, grammar materials and a bilingual glossary that meet modern methodological requirements. This textbook is a practical implementation of the tasks of digitising education and improving foreign language teaching in Turkmenistan.
Training courses on aviation security were held in Turkmenistan
14.09.2025The ‘Türkmenhowaýollary’ State Service, with the support of the European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC), held two training courses on improving national aviation security. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The classes were conducted in accordance with ICAO international standards and European practices. The first programme focused on the testing and operation of screening equipment, the analysis of images in introscopes, the operation of explosive detectors and manual screening systems. The second course covered quality control systems: the organisation of supervision and inspections, instructor training, risk analysis and the elimination of violations. The knowledge gained will help specialists during international inspections, including the upcoming ICAO USAP-CMA inspection, and will be used in the daily work of aviation services.
Turkmenistan to host Google I/O Extended international IT conference for the first time
12.09.2025Ashgabat will host Turkmenistan's first Google I/O Extended conference, organised by the local Google Developer Groups Ashgabat community. The event is scheduled for 20 September, according to the online publication Orient. This format is a local version of Google's global event for developers, which aims to introduce the country's IT community to key innovations and announcements presented at the annual Google I/O conference. Participants will be able to immerse themselves in discussions on the latest trends in artificial intelligence, Android development, cloud services and web technologies. According to the organisers, the event is designed as a platform for gaining new knowledge, professional networking and finding inspiration. The event will start at 4 p.m. Participation is free, but advance registration on the organisers' official website is required due to limited seating. Registration is available at the following link: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-ashgabat-presents-google-io-extended/.
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