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The capital of Turkmenistan will host the International Exhibition and Conference "White City Ashgabat"
09.05.2025On 24-25 May 2025, the capital of Turkmenistan will be the venue for the XXIV White City Ashgabat Multidisciplinary International Exhibition and Conference. The event, organised by the Ashgabat Mayor's (Khakim) Office, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan and Turkmen Energy Forum Company, will be a key platform for demonstrating the city's achievements in urban planning, industry, science and education. This is reported by the state news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The conference programme includes plenary sessions, thematic sessions and bilateral meetings aimed at discussing strategies for sustainable development of Ashgabat itself and the country as a whole. The main topics include digitalisation of urban infrastructure, green construction, development of renewable energy, modernisation of the industrial sector, improvement of the transport system, public-private partnership mechanisms and introduction of innovative solutions in healthcare and education. The Conference will open with a plenary session entitled ‘International Year of Peace and Trust: White City Ashgabat - City of Future and Opportunity’. The central leitmotif will be the positioning of Ashgabat as a benchmark for sustainable development and introduction of advanced technologies. One of the key sessions will be ‘Modern Construction and Industry: Technologies and Financing’, where the transformation of the construction industry, introduction of innovations in the production of construction materials and ways of financing infrastructure projects will be considered. It is also planned to discuss international industrial cooperation and technological modernisation. The session ‘Technological Innovations in Modernising the Construction, Industrial and Energy Sectors of Turkmenistan's Economy’ will focus on digital transformation and improving the efficiency of key sectors. The discussion will cover the introduction of AI, digital solutions and new production models focused on safety, environmental friendliness and sustainability. A separate block will be devoted to human capital development - interaction between business and educational institutions and training of new generation of engineering and technical specialists. Special attention will be paid to the training of personnel capable of working effectively in the digital economy. The focus will also be on the modernisation of road infrastructure with the use of energy efficient and intelligent technologies aimed at sustainable development of urban transport systems.
The President of Turkmenistan received congratulatory letters from foreign colleagues
09.05.2025Leaders of foreign states have sent congratulations to President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War. This is reported by the state news agency TDH. The President of Turkmenistan was congratulated by President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rakhmon, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kasym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Zhaparov, President of the Republic of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev. In addition, Serdar Berdimuhamedov was congratulated by Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation Mikhail Mishustin, Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of the Russian Federation Dmitry Medvedev and Chairman of the Collegium of the Eurasian Economic Commission. The foreign leaders wished the President of Turkmenistan good health, happiness and further successes, and the Turkmen people peace, prosperity and stability.
Hero-Arkadag congratulated the President of Turkmenistan on Victory Day
09.05.2025National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov on behalf of the Turkmen people and the Khalk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan congratulated President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov on the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The Hero-Arkadag noted the heroism and courage of the people, stressing that the memory of the feat of the frontline soldiers and home front workers continues to inspire the youth. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov stressed that Victory Day is celebrated in the country at the state level, and the 80th anniversary coincides with the International Year of Peace and Trust, as well as the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality. The national leader of the Turkmen people noted the importance of supporting veterans and their families, as well as immortalising their memory in books and memorials. The Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty paid special attention to the memory of war veteran Berdimuhamed Annayev, whose feat is recognised both in Turkmenistan and abroad. In conclusion, the Hero-Arkadag wished the President health and success in his work for the sake of peace and well-being of the country.
Turkmenistan and Russia have produced a joint report on Berdimuhamed Annayev
09.05.2025The International Information Centre of Turkmenistan and ‘Russia-1’ shot a joint report about Hero of Turkmenistan Berdimuhamed Annayev. This is reported by the International Information Centre. Berdimuhamed Annayev was born in 1904 in the village of Yzgant (now Gokdepe etrap of Akhal velayat). In 1944 he voluntarily went to the front of the Great Patriotic War, where he fought in the 748th rifle regiment of the 206th division of the 2nd Ukrainian Front. Berdimuhamed Annayev was posthumously awarded for heroism with the medal ‘For Bravery’ (Decree of the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin, June 2018). After returning from the front, he became a teacher of the Turkmen language. In 2020, the battle standard of the regiment under which he fought was delivered to Ashgabat as a symbol of memory. Turkmenistan made a significant contribution to the Victory: more than 300 thousand of its natives participated in the war, 104 became Heroes of the Soviet Union. The People’s Memory Memorial Complex in Ashgabat is dedicated to the fallen in the war and earthquake victims.
Customs officers of Turkmenistan have undergone training in the protection of the ozone layer
09.05.2025A unique training course organised by the State Customs Service in cooperation with the Ozone Centre of the Ministry of Environment Protection was held in the city of Arkadag. The event is aimed at training specialists to detect and stop illegal trafficking of ozone-depleting substances and hydrofluorocarbons. This is reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. As part of the programme, the recruits studied international environmental standards, familiarized themselves with the national legislation, mastered practical methods of detecting smuggling, and underwent special training on identification of hazardous substances. The Director of the Training Centre under the SCS stressed that such courses are becoming an important platform for the professional development of employees and strengthening the country's environmental security.
Delegation of Turkmenistan participated in the tenth meeting of the WGWU
09.05.2025A delegation of Turkmenistan took part in the tenth meeting of the High-Level Working Group on the Caspian Sea (HLWG), which was held from 5 to 7 May in Moscow. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The event was also attended by delegations from the Republic of Azerbaijan, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Russian Federation. During the talks, the interlocutors considered methods of establishing direct baselines in the Caspian Sea, as well as the prospects of preparing the next meeting of foreign ministers. Co-operation in the Caspian Sea was also reviewed. The next meeting of the HLWG will be held in Turkmenistan on dates that have been agreed upon through diplomatic channels.
Turkmenistan Airlines informs about the updated rules of entry to the Republic of Korea
09.05.2025Turkmenistan Airlines notifies citizens of Turkmenistan and all passengers planning a trip to the Republic of Korea about the entry into force of new requirements established by the migration service of this country. The information is published on the official website of the air carrier. According to the updated rules, all those entering the Republic of Korea must fill in the electronic arrival card no later than three days before arrival. This measure is aimed at optimising passport control procedures and reducing the time of passing formalities on arrival. In this regard, the airline strongly recommends all passengers to fill out the card in advance, at least 72 hours before departure, to avoid possible delays at the airport. Recall that Turkmenistan Airlines will start operating direct flights between Ashgabat and Seoul from 14 July.
The President of Turkmenistan received a congratulatory message from V. Putin on Victory Day
09.05.2025On the eve of the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War, Russian President Vladimir Putin sent official congratulations to the leaders of Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Israel. This is reported by the IIC. In his messages, the Russian leader noted deep respect for the memory of the heroes-liberators, stressed the importance of preserving historical truth and expressed gratitude for the careful attitude to the common heritage. Special congratulations were sent to the peoples of Georgia and Moldova. In them, Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasised the value of friendly relations and the need to protect joint history from attempts at revision and falsification.
The Turkmen military will participate in the Victory Day parade in Red Square
09.05.2025According to Russian Ambassador to Turkmenistan Ivan Volynkin in an article for the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper, Turkmen servicemen will be among the participants of the Victory Day parade in Moscow. This will be the third time they will participate in the Victory Day parade. Before that, the company of Turkmenistan's guard of honour marched with honour through Red Square in 2010 and 2020. This is reported by the IIC. The Russian diplomat stressed the importance of the regular presence of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov at the Moscow celebrations on 9 May, which testifies to the trusting relations between the two countries. He noted that in Turkmenistan, preparations for the 80th anniversary of the Victory are in full swing: commemorative events are being held throughout the country, thematic exhibitions and lectures have been organised, a solemn ceremony at the monument ‘Eternal Glory’ is planned. The culmination of the celebrations will be the laying of flowers at the ‘People's Memory’ memorial complex in Ashgabat with the participation of the country's leadership and diplomatic corps.
Turkmen women artists presented national art at the exhibition in Tashkent
08.05.2025The capital of Uzbekistan is hosting the landmark exhibition "Women Artists of the Turkic World" which brings together talented authors from Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Turkey and Uzbekistan. The exhibition presents a rare synthesis of traditional art and modern artistic endeavours - from national crafts to avant-garde experiments. This is reported by the Internet publication "Turkmenistan: Golden age". Special attention attract the works of Turkmen artists Guncha Gochmuradova and Khatija Amansahedova, teachers of the State Academy of Arts of Turkmenistan. Their works imbued with national colour became a bright part not only of the exhibition, but also of the International Festival of Traditional Art held in parallel. As part of the April festival dedicated to the "green" economy, the Turkmen craftswomen got acquainted with the cultural monuments of Samarkand and Bukhara and took part in a professional conference where they shared the secrets of Turkmen traditional art. This large-scale cultural project contributes to strengthening creative ties between Turkic people and opens new horizons for young talents.
Turkmenistan and France are strengthening their partnership in advanced technological sectors
08.05.2025The official visit of the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov to France has opened new prospects for Turkmen-French cooperation in advanced technological sectors. This was reported by IIC of Turkmenistan on 8 May. According to the source, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the ‘Türkmenaragatnaşyk’ agency and ‘Airbus Defence and Space SAS,’ which will allow Turkmenistan to intensify interaction with the world leader of aerospace industry in the field of space technologies and satellite communications. A framework agreement was also reached between the ‘Türkmenaragatnaşyk’ agency and the French company ‘Thales Alenia Space France’ to modernise Turkmenistan's national communications satellite ‘TürkmenÄlem’. The signing ceremony took place in Paris within the framework of the Turkmen-French Economic Forum, which emphasises the desire of Turkmenistan and France to strengthen mutually beneficial partnerships.
The Chairman of the Central Election Commission of Turkmenistan held meetings with the Ambassador of Kazakhstan
08.05.2025Chairman of the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums in Turkmenistan Gulmurat Myradov held a meeting with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Turkmenistan Nurlan Nogayev on 5 May. The meeting was attended by relevant persons from the Central Election Commission of Turkmenistan and the Embassy of Kazakhstan in the country, the Commission's press service reported. During the talks, they presented Turkmenistan's electoral system, election commissions, their establishment, powers and activities, which are based on democratic principles and in accordance with the Constitution and the Electoral Code of Turkmenistan. G.Myradov also stressed that close, friendly relations are maintained with the Central Election Commission of Kazakhstan. In turn, the Ambassador expressed his gratitude for the reception and handed over an invitation from the Chairman of the Central Election Commission of the Republic of Kazakhstan N.Abdirov to the first meeting of the Consultative Platform of the Central Election Bodies of the OTS member countries, as well as to the international scientific-practical conference ‘The Turkic World: Electoral Traditions, Experience and Development Prospects’. N.Nogayev also emphasised the cultural and spiritual ties between the Turkmen and Kazakh peoples. At the end of the meeting G.Myradov expressed hope for the continuation and strengthening of co-operation between the CECs of Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan and wished the guests success in their work.
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