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Turkmenistan draws with Uzbekistan at CAFA Youth Championship
15.06.2025The Turkmenistan youth team (under 20) drew 1-1 with Uzbekistan in the Central Asian Football Association (CAFA) championship, which is being held in the Tajik cities of Gissar and Tursunzade. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. Turkmen footballers started the match with strong pressure and opened the scoring in the 15th second. Veysigeldi Orazdurdyev intercepted the ball, beat two defenders and scored with a precise shot, setting a tournament record for the fastest goal. However, in the 6th minute, defender Akmuhamet Amanov carelessly deflected the ball into his own net, equalising the score. This is the second match for the Turkmen team in the tournament. In their first game, they lost to Iran 0-1. Now, to advance to the bronze medal match, Iran must defeat Uzbekistan by at least two goals in the final round. In Group A, Afghanistan lost to Tajikistan (0-2) and Kyrgyzstan (0-3) and is out of the running for a medal. The winner of the group will now be decided in the match between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan. The group winners will meet in the final, while the runners-up will compete for bronze. There will also be a consolation match for fifth and sixth place.
Turkmenistan participated in the meeting of ministers of the OTS
15.06.2025Deputy Minister of Labour and Social Protection of the Population of Turkmenistan Halbibi Tachjanova took part in the second meeting of ministers responsible for family and social policy of the Organisation of Turkic States (OTS) held in Baku. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The meeting was also attended by representatives of Azerbaijan, Turkey, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, as well as OTS Secretary General Kubanychbek Omuraliev. Participants discussed issues related to strengthening the institution of the family, combating early marriage and preserving traditional values. In her speech, Halbibi Tachjanova noted that Turkmenistan pays special attention to involving women in the socio-economic life of the country, ensuring gender equality and protecting women's rights. A joint declaration was adopted at the end of the meeting.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan presented a report on the work of the ‘Türkmenhimiýa’ concern
15.06.2025At a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan held on 13 June, Deputy Prime Minister B. Annamammedov presented a report on the activities of the enterprises of the State Concern ‘Türkmenhimiýa’. This was reported by TDH. According to the report, steps are currently being taken to ensure the stable and uninterrupted operation of chemical production facilities. President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasised the importance of the efficient operation of mineral fertiliser plants, as well as the importance of timely supply of products to the agricultural sector. The Head of the industry has been instructed to continue modernising the production infrastructure and ensure full utilisation of the enterprises' capacities.
Abdulla Babayev prepares for fourth fight under Habib Nurmagomedov
15.06.2025Turkmen MMA fighter Abdulla Babayev has reached the final stages of his preparations for the fourth match of the Fight Nights promotion to be held in Ulyanovsk (Russia) on 20 June. Babayev spoke about this in an interview with Turkmenportal. The training camp is being held at the Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov Hall in Makhachkala. The 24-year-old fighter is being trained by former UFC lightweight champion Habib Nurmagomedov. ‘Habib is personally overseeing my training,’ said Babayev. High-level athletes are also participating in the preparations: current UFC champion Islam Makhachev and Umar and Usman Nurmagomedov. Babayev's opponent will be Russian fighter Habib Guseynov. The Turkmen athlete stated that his sole goal is victory. Babayev has three wins in three matches under the Fight Nights organisation. His goal is to secure the championship belt in this organisation.
Ceremonies honouring graduates of military HEIs were held in Turkmenistan
15.06.2025Ceremonies were held in Ashgabat to honour graduates of the Military Academy, the Military Institute of the Ministry of Defence of Turkmenistan named after Saparmyrat Turkmenbashi the Great, the Border Institute, the Institute of National Security and the Institute of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, as well as the Military Medical Faculty of the State Medical University named after Myrat Garryev. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The celebrations began with the laying of flowers at the monuments to Berdimuhamed Annayev and Malikguly Berdimuhamedov, as well as at the monuments of the ‘Halk hakydasy’ Memorial Complex. The main part of the celebration took place on the square near the Constitution Monument. Young officers received diplomas and badges and took the oath of allegiance. The President of Turkmenistan, Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the country, General of the Army Serdar Berdimuhamedov, addressed the graduates with a congratulatory speech. The address emphasised the role of military educational institutions in training personnel to defend independence, neutrality and law and order. The modernisation of the military education system, the introduction of new technologies and the importance of patriotic education were also noted. The festive atmosphere was complemented by performances by creative groups and demonstrations by the Honour Guard. The celebration ended with a parade of cadets. The participants expressed their gratitude to the Head of State for his support and attention to military personnel and promised to serve Turkmenistan with honour.
The Turkmen film ‘Kitap’ was screened at a film festival in Bishkek
15.06.2025On 13 June, the Turkmen film ‘Kitap’ (‘Book’), produced by the Oguzhan Turkmenfilm Association in 2024, was screened at the TSUM cinema in Bishkek. The film was included in the competition programme of the III Bishkek International Film Festival in the Central Asian cinema section, according to the news website TerraNews. The film was directed by Hekim Alovov, and the screenplay is based on the novel of the same name by Nurmyrat Saryhanov. The music for the film was composed by Rovshen Nepesov. The plot tells the story of the elderly Velmyrat Aga, who lives a secluded life in the mountains. His journey is a reflection on spiritual values, labour and the meaning of life, reflecting the moral foundations of Turkmen culture. The film stars Muhammetmyrat Atayev, Chary Yakubov, Annageldi Orazgeldiyev and Suleyman Eminov. This year, the Bishkek Film Festival brought together participants from 33 countries. The programme includes 40 films and special screenings of French and German cinema. The closing ceremony and awards ceremony are scheduled for 15 June.
Turkmenistan launches nationwide campaign for World Blood Donor Day
15.06.2025On 14 June, a nationwide blood donation campaign was launched in Turkmenistan to mark World Blood Donor Day. The campaign is being held under the slogan ‘Give blood, give hope: together we save lives’ and covers medical institutions throughout the country. This was reported by the news agency Orient. The key event was the start of the donation campaign at the International Centre for Surgery and Endocrinology in Ashgabat, where medical workers from the capital's clinics joined in to donate blood. The campaign was organised by the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan and the Blood Centre under the Directorate of Infectious Disease Centres.
Representatives of travel agencies of Turkmenistan visited Antalya
15.06.2025Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA) and Turkish Airlines have organised a familiarisation trip to Antalya for representatives of ten travel agencies from Turkmenistan. This was reported by the news agency Orient. As part of the ‘Sea, Sand and Sun’ programme, participants visited eight high-class hotels and explored the region's natural, historical and cultural attractions. In addition, Turkmen specialists held business meetings with representatives of the Turkish tourism industry and sampled the local cuisine.
The total value of transactions on the Turkmenistan SCRMET amounted to approximately 987 million manats
15.06.2025At the auction of the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan (SCRMET) held on 14 June, 16 deals were concluded for a total amount of 987 million 278 thousand 565 manats. This was reported by the press service of the SCRMET of Turkmenistan. As part of domestic trading, Turkmen entrepreneurs purchased a number of industrial goods, including road bitumen grade ‘BND 60/90’, technical iodine grade ‘A’, technical carbon grade ‘Y-354’ and fine-grained potassium chloride. Representatives of Turkish business circles purchased oil road bitumen of the same brand worth 440 thousand US dollars.
Turkmenistan implements gasification programme in Dashoguz velayat
15.06.2025Gas workers from the ‘Saparmyrat Türkmenbaşyetrapgaz’ administration successfully fulfilled their plan for the first five months of the year, ensuring a stable supply of natural gas to residents and organisations in the western part of Dashoguz velayat. This was reported by the news website Asmannews. Active gasification of new houses and social facilities continues both in the centre of the district and in rural areas. Since the beginning of the year, natural gas has become available to many families. Currently, about 22,000 households use natural gas, and over 250 use liquefied gas. With the expansion of the network, the number of liquefied gas consumers is decreasing. Repairs to the main pipelines are also being carried out and a digital metering system is being introduced to enable more efficient use of resources. More than 2,450 km of gas pipelines and 714 distribution units are under management. Internal gas supply systems in homes are being inspected on a regular basis.
‘Obschepisatelskaya Literaturnaya Gazeta’ has allocated a section to poets of Turkmenistan
15.06.2025The second issue of the Russian publication ‘Obschepisatelskaya Literaturnaya Gazeta’ (‘General Writers' Literary Newspaper’) for 2025 has been released. This literary publication features new material about poets from Turkmenistan. This was reported by the news website Asmannews. The section ‘Contemporary Poets of Turkmenistan’ features an article by poet and translator Andrei Novikov. In the publication, readers will find poems by various Turkmen authors translated into Russian, whose lyrics cover themes of homeland, friendship, brotherhood, human feelings and spiritual values. The appearance of this section has become a symbol of the strengthening of cultural dialogue between the countries. In the International Year of Peace and Trust, the publication confirms the growing interest in the poetic heritage of Turkmenistan and emphasises the importance of intercultural exchange in the field of literature. The publication opens up new opportunities for readers to become more familiar with the poetic tradition of Turkmenistan, a country with a rich cultural heritage and a distinctive artistic school.
Turkmenistan and the UN discussed issues of preventive diplomacy and humanitarian cooperation
14.06.2025On 14 June, a working meeting was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan between Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov and Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General, Head of the UN Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (UNRCCA) Kaha Imnadze. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. During the talks, the parties discussed the prospects for Turkmenistan's participation in the UNRCCA's programmes and projects aimed at strengthening stability and security in the Central Asian region. Particular attention was paid to preparations for the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, where Turkmenistan traditionally puts forward constructive initiatives. The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan emphasised his country's commitment to the principles of preventive diplomacy and the importance of a multilateral approach to resolving regional issues. The parties also noted the significance of Turkmenistan's humanitarian activities based on the ideals of international solidarity and support. The meeting confirmed Turkmenistan's active position in implementing the UN's goals and its readiness to further strengthen cooperation with the UN Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy.
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