Education
Turkmenistan summarises results of international conference and chemistry Olympiad
19.10.2025Magtymguly Turkmen State University hosted the IV International Chemistry Olympiad and the scientific and practical conference ‘The Role of Innovative Technologies in Improving Chemistry Teaching Methods.’ This was reported by IIC Turkmenistan. The events were attended by about 260 students, young teachers and experts from 12 countries, including Russia, China, Kazakhstan, Iran, Uzbekistan, Japan and Europe. The Olympiad was held in two categories: for chemistry students and for those studying chemistry as an additional discipline. More than 120 participants became prize-winners, including 57 medals won by students from Turkmenistan, which confirmed the high level of education in the country. At the same time, the conference became a platform for discussing innovative methods of teaching chemistry. Foreign delegations also visited cultural and scientific sites in Ashgabat, including museums, a science and technology park, and the State Circus, where they saw acrobatic tricks performed on Ahal-Teke horses.
The launch of Lu Ban's workshop was discussed in Ashgabat
19.10.2025From 15 to 17 October, a delegation from Xi'an Petroleum University, Hebei Petroleum Vocational and Technical University, as well as ‘Shangqi, Ltd.’ and ‘TechMax Intelligence Technology Co., Ltd.’, visited the Yagshygeldi Kakayev International Oil and Gas University in Ashgabat to discuss the opening of a Lu Ban workshop at the university. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The visit was held as part of a year-long cooperation initiative launched by a Memorandum of Understanding signed between the Yagshygeldi Kakayev International Oil and Gas University, Xi'an Petroleum University, Hebei Vocational and Technical University, China National Petroleum Corporation and the China Education Association for International Exchange. The document provides for the creation of the Lu Ban workshop. The Chinese delegation familiarised itself with the renovation work being carried out on the premises of the Turkmen university in preparation for the workshop. During the visit, a working meeting was also held to discuss the details of the organisation and launch of the workshop.
Turkmen schoolchildren's project wins Google award
16.10.2025Twelfth-grade students from Specialised School No. 97 in Ashgabat, Begench Annaorazov, Ayhan Bayramov, and Salyh Annanepesov, took second place in the ‘Firebase Studio Championship Central Asia 2025’ competition. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. Their project, TerraVibe, was among the top ten teams and was awarded special certificates and cash prizes from Google. The application uses cameras and AI to analyse the condition of plants and identify damaged areas. To create the project, the students consulted with teachers from the computer department of the ‘Kämil Bilim Erjeller’ educational centre.
Turkmenistan and the United Kingdom develop partnership in education
14.10.2025From 10 to 12 October, representatives of Turkmenistan and the United Kingdom in the field of education and science held meetings in Ashgabat as part of an international exhibition and conference, according to the news website Asmannews. On 11 October, at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, a delegation from the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan, under the headship of Deputy Minister Azat Atayev, met with representatives of British academic organisations, including ‘Cambridge University Press and Assessment’, ‘Pearson’, ‘Norwich Institute for Language Education’ and ‘Heriot-Watt University’, as well as with the leadership of Turkmen universities. British experts held master classes on modern methods of teaching English, digital tools and preparation for international exams. During the meetings, opportunities for academic mobility, teacher training, digitalisation of education and joint STEM projects were discussed. The events strengthened the partnership and support for Turkmenistan's educational initiatives in line with international standards.
Turkmenistan and Vietnam expand cooperation in engineering education
14.10.2025From 10 to 12 October, in Ashgabat, as part of the International Exhibition and Conference ‘Healthcare, Education and Sports in the Renaissance Era of a New Epoch of a Powerful State,’ a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between Oguz Han University of Engineering and Technology and Hanoi University of Science and Technology (Vietnam). This was reported by IIC Turkmenistan. The document aims to develop scientific and educational cooperation, create joint programmes and exchange experience between students and teachers. The parties agreed to cooperate in the field of higher education and training of specialists in the engineering and technology sector, which is particularly relevant in the context of the digitalisation of the economy.
Turkmenistan and Qatar join forces in education
13.10.2025As part of the international exhibition and conference ‘Healthcare, Education and Sports in the Renaissance Era of a New Epoch of a Powerful State,’ a meeting was held between the Minister of Education of Turkmenistan, Jumamyrat Gurbangeldiyev, and the Executive Director of the National Library of Qatar, Tan Huism. This was reported by IIC. The parties noted the rich historical and cultural heritage that connects the Turkmen and Qatari peoples and emphasised the importance of joint efforts to preserve traditions and develop librarianship. The Turkmen side recalled the visit to Qatar in 2024, during which valuable publications related to the Turkic and Turkmen world, stored in the National Library of Qatar, were studied. The Minister expressed interest in providing access to these materials for the country's universities using digital technologies. The Qatari side fully supported the initiative, confirming its readiness to deepen cooperation.
Turkmenistan's language university launches joint projects with Europe
12.10.2025On 10 October, at the international exhibition and scientific conference ‘Healthcare, Education and Sports in the Renaissance Era of a New Epoch of a Powerful State,’ the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages signed agreements with a number of recognised foreign educational institutions, according to the news resource TerraNews. The following agreements were signed as part of the cooperation: - Memorandum of Understanding between the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages and the Norwich Institute for Language Education (United Kingdom); - An Agreement on academic and cultural cooperation with the Faculty of Education – Philosophy III of Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (Germany). The documents are aimed at exchanging experience, expanding educational programmes, developing joint scientific and educational projects, and intensifying the integration of the parties into the international scientific community. These steps mark a new stage in the implementation of the institute's strategic objectives, the training of highly qualified specialists and the improvement of the national education system in accordance with international standards.
A German university professor held a seminar at a Turkmen university
12.10.2025The Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages hosted a methodological seminar for German language teachers, conducted by Johanna Mierendorff, Professor of Early Childhood Education and Senator of the Academic Senate at Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (Germany). This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The professor shared methodological recommendations on issues of child development and social pedagogy, and emphasised the importance of developing effective methods and techniques for the harmonious upbringing of children and family support. Particular attention was paid to the education of the younger generation and the organisation of developmental activities in libraries for the beneficial leisure of children. The institute noted that the seminar was ‘particularly useful and inspiring’ for German language teachers.
UNICEF and the UK are developing inclusive schools in Turkmenistan
06.10.2025UNICEF and the British Embassy in Turkmenistan have joined forces to support inclusive education reform. The partnership will continue to fund a pilot project that, for the first time in the country, systematically integrates children with disabilities into the general education system, according to the news website Asmannews. The project is based in two schools and two kindergartens in Ashgabat with the aim of creating a national model for subsequent scaling up. The main areas of work are infrastructure and accessibility, combating stigma and training. The initiative is being implemented in conjunction with the Ministry of Education and supports the National Concept of Inclusive Education. British Ambassador Stephen Conlon called the project an important step towards removing barriers, while UNICEF Representative in Turkmenistan Jalpa Ratna emphasised that it helps every child, including children with disabilities, to learn and develop in an inclusive environment.
Turkmenistan develops expertise in renewable energy at training course in Florence
06.10.2025A delegation from Turkmenistan took part in a training course on the regulation and integration of renewable energy, which was held from 29 September to 1 October 2025 at the European University Institute in Florence (Italy). This was reported by the news website Asmannews. The event, organised by the Florence School of Regulation (FSR) in collaboration with European partners, brought together politicians, regulators and experts from around the world. The Turkmen delegation included representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, State Concern ‘Türkmengaz’, the Ministry of Energy and the State Energy Institute. The programme included discussions on international experience in the field of renewable energy, investment support mechanisms, network development, and innovative Power-to-X technologies. Participation in the course was part of the EU-funded project ‘EU for a green Turkmenistan: Policy Dialogue and Climate Action 2024-2028’, financed by the EU and the German Foreign Ministry, and was a step towards strengthening international cooperation and promoting sustainable development goals.
Turkmen schoolchildren are ready to amaze the world with their math skills
04.10.2025Secondary school students from Turkmenistan will take part in the Junior Mental Calculation World Championship, which will be held from 4 to 6 October in Bielefeld, Germany. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The tournament has been held since 2008 and annually attracts over 100 participants from nearly 20 countries. Contestants compete in three age categories, performing mental arithmetic tasks ranging from basic operations to fractions and factorisation. The country will be represented by eight schoolchildren who passed the qualifying competition in the spring of this year. All of them are students of the ‘Kämil bilim’ education centre and study at specialised schools in Ashgabat, Balkanabat and Turkmenabat. The team was formed in April after an internal competition, where the teenagers successfully completed tasks at the world championship level.
Turkmen teachers learn nanotechnology in Japan
03.10.2025Two lecturers from the Oguz Han University of Engineering and Technology in Turkmenistan are undergoing training at the Innovation Centre for NanoMedicine (iCONM) in Kawasaki, Japan, from 1 to 17 October. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. The trip was organised as part of a Memorandum of Understanding between the university and iCONM to exchange scientific experience and develop advanced technologies. The iCONM centre specialises in nanotechnology, nanomedicine and nanomaterials. The visit is aimed at improving the qualifications of teachers, developing joint scientific projects and strengthening international cooperation in the field of higher education. The knowledge gained will help to introduce innovative methods in the training of young engineers in Turkmenistan.
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