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Referee from Turkmenistan will work at World Wrestling Championships in Bulgaria
13.08.2025Magtymguly Zamanmyradov, representative of Turkmenistan, has been included in the panel of judges for the World Junior Wrestling Championships for athletes under 20, which will take place from 15 to 26 August in Samokov (Bulgaria). This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. M. Zamanmyradov has international referee status and will work throughout the competition. The Turkmen referee has been assigned to officiate both Greco-Roman and freestyle wrestling matches.
Ambassador of Turkmenistan sent an appeal to participants of the Russian-Turkmen concert
13.08.2025The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Russian Federation, Esen Aydogdyev, sent greetings to participants and guests of the Russian-Turkmen concert ‘Music of Peace, Music of Friendship and Brotherhood,’ which will take place in Moscow on 15 August. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. In his address, E. Aydogdyev noted that the concert is dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality and the proclamation of 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust. It is important for Turkmen diplomats that these events are widely celebrated in Russia and supported by Russian partners, reflecting the strong friendly relations between the countries. The Head of the diplomatic mission emphasised that cultural cooperation is one of the key areas of Turkmenistan's foreign policy, embodied in the ‘Dialogue through Culture’ initiative of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. Joint concerts and acquaintance with Turkmen music strengthen the traditions of mutual cultural enrichment. The Ambassador of Turkmenistan expressed gratitude to the Moscow Conservatory for supporting the concert and noted that its graduates include well-known Turkmen composers and performers. The diplomat also thanked the musicians, organisers and author of the project, Mamed Guseynov, for their contribution to the event.
Turkmenistan's national team for the World Freestyle and Greco-Roman Wrestling Championships has been determined
13.08.2025The Turkmenistan Wrestling Federation has approved the composition of the national freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling teams to participate in the World Youth Championships (under 20 years old), which will be held from 15 to 26 August in Samokov (Bulgaria). This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The freestyle wrestling team consists of five athletes: Azatberdi Ashyrgulyev (61 kg), Vatan Annaorazov (74 kg), Alp Arslan Begenjov (79 kg), Dovletgeldi Myradov (86 kg) and Orazmuhammet Hojalyev (92 kg). The Turkmen wrestlers will compete from 15 to 22 August. The Greco-Roman wrestling team, which includes Nuryagdy Dovranov (55 kg) and Husniddin Ulugbekov (60 kg), will compete from 19 to 26 August. The team is coached by Shageldi Annayev and Magtymguly Zamanmyradov. Reserve members include Kabe Matjanov (57 kg) and Kemal Kakabayev (63 kg). The athletes will be accompanied by coaches Mekan Orazov and Batyr Orazgylyjov, as well as federation representative Maksatmyrat Ilyasov. The delegation will be led by federation president Maksat Bayramov.
Events held in Turkmenistan to mark Caspian Sea Day
13.08.2025On 12 August, Caspian Sea Day was held in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone to mark the entry into force of the Framework Convention on the Protection of the Marine Environment of the Caspian Sea. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The central event was a conference entitled ‘The Caspian Sea – A Sea of Friendship and Peace,’ attended by representatives of the Caspian littoral states, international organisations and the scientific community. Issues related to the protection of the Caspian environment, the rational use of its resources and the implementation of regional and international environmental programmes were discussed. Special attention was paid to Turkmenistan's initiatives, including the Caspian Ecological Initiative and proposals to establish joint structures with the UN to address climate and water issues. Participants emphasised the importance of the Caspian Sea as a factor in peaceful cooperation, strategic stability and economic development in the region. The forum concluded with an appeal to the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, expressing gratitude for the organisation and contribution to the protection of the marine environment. The celebration was accompanied by exhibitions, sporting and cultural events, as well as excursions to Avaza.
A meeting on cooperation with China in the field of education was held in Turkmenistan
13.08.2025A meeting was held at the Yagshygeldi Kakayev International University of Oil and Gas with a delegation from the Centre for Language Education and Cooperation of the Ministry of Education of China on the development of cooperation in the teaching of Chinese in Turkmenistan. This was reported on the website of the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. Employees of the Centre for Language Education and Cooperation of the Ministry of Education of the PRC presented their own work aimed at improving Chinese language teaching methods and the use of advanced modern technologies in the educational process. The Centre's delegation offered its Turkmen colleagues assistance in developing teaching aids and materials, as well as in improving the qualifications of the university's teaching staff. During the meeting, the delegation from the PRC visited the Oil and Gas Faculty of the Turkmen university and familiarised themselves with the work of the Department of Foreign Languages. It should be recalled that a Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in the study of the Chinese language between the Y. Kakayev International University of Oil and Gas and the China University of Petroleum was signed in 2023.
Russian-Turkmen concert will be held in Moscow
13.08.2025On 15 August this year, a joint Russian-Turkmen concert will be held in the Russian capital, symbolising mutual understanding and cooperation between the two countries. The concert, entitled ‘Music of Peace, Music of Friendship and Brotherhood,’ is timed to coincide with the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality, the 80th anniversary of Victory Day, and the declaration of 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust. This was reported by the IIC. Cultural figures and diplomats from both countries delivered welcoming speeches, noting the importance of cultural dialogue and the unifying role of musical art. Russian and Turkmen performers will present musical numbers at the concert. The concert will feature music by composers of the past and present, including Moscow Conservatory graduate Nury Halmamedov, whose work links the cultural traditions of Turkmenistan and Russia. The title of the concert was inspired by a work by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov about the storyteller Shukur-bagshy, who preferred music to war.
An international conference marking Caspian Day has begun in Turkmenistan
12.08.2025An international scientific and practical conference dedicated to Caspian Sea Day was held in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone. The large-scale event entitled ‘The Caspian Sea – A Sea of Friendship and Peace’ is attended by representatives of diplomatic missions of the Caspian littoral states, as well as members of authoritative international organisations (UN, OSCE, UNEP, UNDP, EU). This was reported by IIC. The agenda includes topical issues related to the implementation of the Tehran Convention, the importance of the Hazar State Nature Reserve in Turkmenistan for the preservation of the region's biological diversity, and the role of the Caspian Sea for ornithology. Conference delegates plan to focus on the development of eco-tourism in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone and discuss environmental standards in the work of the Turkmenbashi International Sea Port. In addition, participants will consider the importance of the Caspian Sea for strengthening good-neighbourly relations between the Caspian littoral states. Experts from the World Bank, FAO and the International Maritime Law Institute will join the event via videoconference.
A meeting with students from China was held at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Belgium
12.08.2025The Embassy of Turkmenistan in Belgium hosted a meeting with a group of students from China who arrived in Brussels on a summer educational programme. The students represented nine provinces and study at leading Chinese schools and universities. This was reported by the news agency Orient. Sapar Palvanov, Turkmenistan's Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Belgium, welcomed the guests and spoke about the country's foreign policy, particularly its status of permanent neutrality recognised by the UN. Important initiatives were discussed, such as the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC 3) and the significance of 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust. The students learned about Turkmenistan's peacekeeping role, transport diplomacy and partnership with the EU and China. The Ambassador of Turkmenistan recalled the country's historical role in the Great Silk Road and the importance of modern transport routes. The students were attracted by the presentation of the national cultural heritage, traditional crafts and clothing. Each of them received a Turkmen tahya as a gift, which aroused keen interest and warm emotions. The meeting was accompanied by an active dialogue on diplomacy and life in Turkmenistan, becoming a valuable platform for cultural exchange and public diplomacy.
Representatives of Turkmenistan took part in a summer school in Kyrgyzstan
12.08.2025Representatives of the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan took part in the international summer school ‘DARYA summer school on Excellence in Teaching and Learning,’ held from 5 to 8 August in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. The event was dedicated to the concept of ‘School of Professional Excellence’ and the use of SCAFFOLD and ISATCOVE tools in DARYA projects. The school included three key areas: developing project policies for vocational training centres, improving teacher qualifications, and introducing innovative teaching methods. Participants worked in a format of training sessions, interactive sessions, and group discussions, creating roadmaps for development in their countries.
Turkmenistan and Vietnam discussed the development of bilateral cooperation
12.08.2025On 11 August, Nazarguly Shagulyev, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Belarus, met with Nguyen Van Chung, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to Belarus. This was reported by the news agency Orient. During the negotiations, the parties discussed the development of bilateral and international cooperation, noting the positive dynamics in the economy, politics, culture and humanitarian sphere. N. Shagulyev emphasised the role of Turkmenistan as a reliable partner and recalled the country's international initiative to declare 2025 the International Year of Peace and Trust, as decided by the UN General Assembly. The Head of the diplomatic mission also spoke about the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries held in Turkmenistan. The Vietnamese Ambassador expressed gratitude for the meeting and confirmed his intention to develop cooperation with Turkmenistan, highly appreciating its contribution to international trust and peacekeeping initiatives.
Turkmen students took first place in the IYSA project competition
12.08.2025At the World Robotics & Computer Science Olympiad, organised by the Indonesian Young Scientist Association (IYSA), Turkmen students took first place in the ‘Computer Technology’ category with their project ‘Car rental using Artificial Intelligence.’ This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The team from the International University for the Humanities and Development was represented by B. Toylyev, B. Rejepov and Y. Batyrov. The competition included categories on ecology, robotics, games, physics and engineering, as well as computer technology. More than 30 teams from 12 countries took part.
Turkmen karate fighters won 16 medals at the Central Asian Championships in Uzbekistan
12.08.2025From 3 to 13 August, Samarkand (Uzbekistan) is hosting the Central Asian Traditional Karate Championship. The Turkmenistan team performed well, winning nine gold, three silver and four bronze medals. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. Young athletes performed particularly successfully in the kata and kumite disciplines. Shamyrat Hojageldiyev (6-7 years old) won two gold medals, Aylar Azadova and Damir Allaberdiyev (10-11 years old), Medine Kazakova (12-13 years old), Adylsha Atayev (14-15 years old), Ibragim Shagulyev (16-17 years old), Nurgeldi Annagurbanov (18-21 years old) and Hemra Begjanov (18-20 years old) won one each. Silver medals went to Aylar Ilhanova (two medals, 10–11 years old) and Selim Myratdurdyev (21–25 years old). Bronze medalists were Myahri Sahatova, Suleyman Rovshenov (both 12–13 years old), Soltansha Ataniyazov and Serdar Bayryev (both aged 16–17). About 500 athletes from five countries in the region took part in the tournament, with the Turkmen team represented by schoolchildren and students from Ashgabat, Ahal and Dashoguz velayats.
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