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Representatives of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan participate in the OSCE PA meeting
01.07.2025A delegation from the Mejlis of Turkmenistan is on a working visit to Porto, Portugal, where the 32nd annual meeting of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly is taking place from 29 June to 3 July. This was reported by the press service of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan. The forum also includes an event entitled ‘The Year of International Peace and Trust: Principles of Dialogue and Neutrality in Maintaining Peace and Security, Mutual Trust,’ organised by the Mejlis and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. In addition, representatives of Turkmenistan took part in a meeting with Farah Karimi, Special Representative of the OSCE PA for Central Asia. The efforts of countries in the region to combat climate change and legislative initiatives in the field of ecology were discussed. The Turkmen delegation also attended the opening ceremony of the Assembly and the general plenary meeting, where key challenges and priorities on the international agenda were discussed.
In the city of Arkadag, new residents were ceremoniously handed the keys to their apartments
01.07.2025On 29 June, in honour of the second anniversary of the founding of the city of Arkadag, new residents were ceremoniously handed the keys to modern apartments and houses, according to the state news agency TDH. The festive atmosphere was accompanied by music and performances by creative groups. Residents shared their impressions of the “smart” technologies that make life as comfortable as possible. Motion sensors regulate lighting in rooms, automatic curtains adjust to light and weather conditions, and security systems prevent accidents and are controlled remotely. The new residents expressed their gratitude to the country's leadership for their attention to the well-being of citizens and for creating conditions for a comfortable life.
Serdar Berdimuhamedov congratulated the Governor General of Canada
01.07.2025President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent a congratulatory message to Governor General Mary Simon and the Canadian people on the occasion of Canada Day, a national holiday. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. In his message, the Head of Turkmenistan wished Mary Simon good health, happiness and success, and the people of Canada peace, prosperity and sustainable development.
The President of Turkmenistan accepted the credentials of the new Ambassador of Pakistan
01.07.2025President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov accepted the credentials of the new Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Turkmenistan, Faryal Leghari. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The Ambassador conveyed greetings and best wishes from the leadership of Pakistan, noting Turkmenistan's peaceful policy. The Head of State congratulated the diplomat on her appointment and expressed hope for her contribution to the development of bilateral ties. The sides emphasised the importance of cooperation in politics, economics, energy, transport, education and culture. Special attention was paid to joint projects, including the construction of the TAPI gas pipeline and other infrastructure facilities. The President of Turkmenistan noted that these initiatives contribute to the development of the region. At the end of the meeting, the Ambassador expressed her readiness to work actively to strengthen Turkmen-Pakistani relations.
Turkmen Ambassador of Technovation Girls receives prestigious international award
01.07.2025Saparguly Mahtumov, ambassador of the Technovation Girls international programme from Turkmenistan, was among the four winners of the GALA-2025 Global Ambassador Leadership Award. He became the first young man in the history of the award to receive this high honour for his active work in promoting STEM education among girls in Turkmenistan and Central Asia. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. As Technovation programme coordinator Megan Black noted at the online award ceremony, Saparguly has proven himself to be a talented organiser, providing technical support to participants and coordinating the work of ambassadors across the country. This season, he was joined by winners from Spain, Nigeria and Kyrgyzstan. Technovation Girls is a global initiative that has been successfully implemented in Turkmenistan for four years. The programme aims to engage girls in technology and social entrepreneurship through the creation of mobile applications that solve pressing social issues. The best teams get the opportunity to present their projects at the Global Summit in California in front of experts from leading IT companies. This victory confirms Turkmenistan's significant contribution to the development of digital education and gender equality in STEM, opening up new prospects for the country's young talents.
Foreign Ministers of Turkmenistan and Zambia held a telephone conversation
01.07.2025On 30 June 2025, a telephone conversation took place between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Republic of Zambia, Mulambo Haimbe. This was reported by the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. During the conversation, the parties discussed the further development of inter-state relations, paying particular attention to cooperation in the political, diplomatic, trade and economic fields. Issues of interaction within international organisations, primarily the UN, were also touched upon. Special attention was paid to preparations for the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC3). The sides noted Zambia's active participation in the UN Ministerial Conference on Transport for such countries, held in August 2022. The telephone conversation confirmed the mutual interest of Turkmenistan and Zambia in strengthening their partnership at the bilateral and multilateral levels.
Teachers and students of the Turkmen Institute of World Languages received certificates from Moscow State University
30.06.2025On 27 June, the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages held a ceremony to award certificates of advanced training issued by Lomonosov Moscow State University. More than 300 teachers and students of the institute successfully completed distance learning courses in Russian language and literature. This was reported by the online publication Turkmenportal. First Secretary of the Russian Embassy in Turkmenistan, representative of ‘Rossotrudnichestvo’ Yulia Zaitseva congratulated the graduates, noting that the knowledge they had gained would form the basis for their professional growth. Selbi Batyrova, Vice-Rector for Research at the institute, emphasised the importance of studying Russian language and literature, calling it a ‘bridge of friendship between peoples.’ The courses were held in two stages, from 24 February to 10 March and from 24 March to 7 April. The programme introduced participants to the latest achievements in Russian philological science. The certificate award ceremony was attended by representatives of the Russian Embassy, the institute's management and other distinguished guests.
A Russian-Turkmen concert will be held in Turkmenistan to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory Day
30.06.2025On 15 August, a Russian-Turkmen concert will be held in the Rachmaninov Hall of the Moscow Conservatory, dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War and the International Year of Peace and Trust. The event is organised by the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Russian Federation in conjunction with the ‘Sounds of the Dutar’ Foundation as part of the XIX International Festival ‘Gathering of Friends.’ This was reported by the online publication Turkmenportal. The concert was inspired by the book ‘Music of Peace, Music of Friendship and Brotherhood’ by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, which reveals the richness of Turkmen musical art. Renowned Turkmen performers, whose mastery has been recognised worldwide, will come to Moscow. In addition to the musical programme, guests will be treated to art and book exhibitions showcasing the diversity of Turkmen culture. Last year, the same hall hosted a successful concert dedicated to the 300th anniversary of Magtymguly Pyragy, confirming the strong cultural ties between Russia and Turkmenistan.
Turkmenistan and Qatar discussed the development of bilateral cooperation
30.06.2025On 29 June, Myratgeldi Seyitmammedov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Qatar, met with Al Johara Yousef Fakhro, Head of the Department for Asian Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Qatar. This was reported by the news agency Orient. During the meeting, Mr. Seyitmammedov noted the significance of declaring 2025 the ‘International Year of Peace and Trust’ in Turkmenistan, as well as the importance of international events dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the country's permanent neutrality. The parties discussed prospects for strengthening political, cultural and humanitarian ties, as well as the composition of the Qatari delegation to participate in the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries, which will be held in August in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone on the Caspian Sea coast.
A lecture entitled ‘Turkmenistan through the prism of language’ was held in Moscow
30.06.2025On 26 June, the Russian State Library's Centre for Oriental Literature, in cooperation with the Embassy of Turkmenistan to the Russian Federation, hosted a lecture entitled ‘Turkmenistan through the prism of language’, dedicated to the contemporary development of the Turkmen language and its role in socio-cultural processes. This was reported by the news agency Orient. During the event, Maya Klycheva, Candidate of Philosophical Sciences and Associate Professor at MGIMO, gave a presentation. She presented the results of a sociolinguistic analysis, spoke about the teaching of the Turkmen language in Russia and highlighted social changes in Turkmenistan through the prism of language. M. Klycheva also noted that the Turkmen language was included in the MGIMO programme in the early 2000s on the initiative of the Russian Foreign Affairs Ministry, with the support of universities in Turkmenistan. Graduates who speak the language work, among other places, at the Russian Embassy in Ashgabat. The discussion concluded with a discussion of the development of the Turkmen language in business and journalism, as well as improving the quality of editing in Turkmen-language media.
The Arkadag city celebrated the second anniversary of its foundation
30.06.2025On 29 June, celebrations and a conference dedicated to the second anniversary of its founding were held in the city of Arkadag. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. Forum participants discussed issues of digital and environmental transformation, noted the high level of medical and social facilities that meet international standards, as well as the contribution of the private sector to the development of the city. A festive concert with performances by national and foreign artists was held on ‘Arkadag Binasy’ Square. The event ended with a song sung by all participants, setting a festive and solemn mood. The city of Arkadag is built on historic Turkmen land and combines modern digital, environmentally friendly and communication technologies with traditional national architecture. In two years, the city has received international awards for innovation and ecology, including the main prize at the ‘World Smart City Expo 2024’ in South Korea.
Valentina Matvienko congratulated Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov on his birthday
30.06.2025On 29 June, a telephone conversation took place between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and Chairwoman of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation Valentina Matvienko. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. Matvienko congratulated the Hero Arkadag on his birthday, wished him good health and success, and noted his contribution to the development of Turkmen-Russian relations. She conveyed greetings and best wishes from Russian President Vladimir Putin. In turn, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov thanked her for her warm words and emphasised Matviyenko's important role in strengthening bilateral dialogue. The interlocutors noted that relations between Turkmenistan and Russia are developing as a deep strategic partnership based on friendship and mutual respect. They emphasised that the key to development is open and constructive dialogue at the highest level. In conclusion, the sides exchanged wishes for health, success and prosperity to the peoples of both countries.
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