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Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov approved the composition of the Council of Elders of the Charitable Foundation
21.08.2025The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, has approved the composition of the Council of Elders under the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The decision was made in accordance with the fund's Charter and the Regulations governing the Council of Elders, as well as to ensure the organisational support of its work. The Council of Elders will play a key role in coordinating the Fund's activities and supporting children in care. The Hero Arkadag emphasised the importance of strengthening the institution of the Council of Elders for the effective management of projects aimed at helping children in need of special support and care.
A meeting of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan will be held in Ashgabat on 19 September
21.08.2025The next meeting of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan will be held in Ashgabat on 19 September. It will be held at the ‘Maslahat Köşgi’ Palace, according to a Resolution of the Presidium of the Halk Maslahaty signed by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. According to the document, by 1 September 2025, the Halk Maslahaty of the velayats, as well as the cities of Ashgabat and Arkadag, must submit to the Halk Maslahaty lists of public representatives who will form the country's highest representative body. The meeting will be held as part of efforts to ensure broad public participation in decision-making affecting the state and public life of Turkmenistan.
The composition of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan has been approved
21.08.2025In accordance with the Constitutional Law of Turkmenistan ‘On the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan’ and the Regulations on the Council of Elders of the Halk Maslahaty, the composition of this body has been approved. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The relevant Resolution was signed by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. The decision is aimed at providing organisational support for the activities of the Council of Elders, which is part of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan system.
The President of Turkmenistan congratulated participants of ‘Kids Expo: Everything for Children’
21.08.2025Turkmenistan President Serdar Berdimuhamedov congratulated participants and guests of the ‘Kids Expo: Everything for Children’ international exhibition and fair on its opening. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The Head of State emphasised that caring for the younger generation is one of the state's priorities: programmes in the fields of education, sport and healthcare are being implemented in the country, and modern children's facilities and conditions for the comprehensive development of young people are being created. The President of Turkmenistan noted that the annual exhibition has become a tradition and serves as an example of measures aimed at raising educated and healthy citizens. According to Serdar Berdimuhamedov, the current exhibition not only showcases a wide range of goods and services for children, but also serves as a platform for master classes, competitions and presentations of innovative developments. In conclusion, the President of Turkmenistan wished the participants good health, prosperity and success in their work.
The National Leader of the Turkmen people held another meeting of the Council of Elders
21.08.2025On 20 August, a meeting of the Council of Elders of the Halk Maslahaty and the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship was held in Ashgabat, chaired by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The meeting discussed organisational issues, the activities of the Council in the regions, as well as preparations for important events – the celebration of the 34th anniversary of Turkmenistan's independence and the meeting of the Halk Maslahaty in September. The participants emphasised the role of the older generation in strengthening national unity, educating young people and supporting state initiatives. They noted the successes in agriculture, the economy and the social sphere, as well as the Charitable Foundation's contribution to the protection of children and the development of humanitarian projects. The meeting concluded with wishes of success to the new members of the Council and a call to actively participate in preparations for upcoming state events.
A meeting of the Presidium of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan was held in Turkmenistan
21.08.2025On 20 August, a meeting of the Presidium of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan was held under the chairmanship of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The main topic of the meeting was preparations for the upcoming meeting of the Halk Maslahaty and the celebration of the 30th anniversary of the country's permanent neutrality. The event was attended by members of the Presidium, the leadership of the parliament and the government, representatives of parties, public organisations and the media. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov emphasised the importance of the tradition of joint discussion of state tasks and noted that the upcoming meeting in September will be a significant stage in summarising the country's development and discussing priority areas. The meeting approved the Organising Committee, set the date and venue for the forum, and identified key issues, including socio-economic development, awarding citizens for labour achievements, preparations for the anniversary of neutrality and the International Year of Peace and Trust. Special attention was paid to the improvement of the capital, the organisation of international events, the provision of conditions for guests and the media, as well as the strengthening of Turkmenistan's international position as a neutral and peace-loving state. The meeting ended with the signing of resolutions on the convening of the Halk Maslahaty and words about the unity of the people and the state.
Turkmen companies are invited to participate in the MiningMetals Uzbekistan 2025 exhibition
21.08.2025Business representatives from Turkmenistan are invited to participate in the 19th International Exhibition MiningMetals Uzbekistan 2025. The event will be held from 28 to 30 October this year at the ‘Uzexpocentre’ exhibition complex in Tashkent. This was reported by the IIC. The exhibition is a specialised platform for showcasing modern technologies and solutions in the mining, metallurgy and metalworking industries. Last year, the event brought together more than 170 companies and 3,050 specialists from 19 countries around the world. Participation in the exhibition will give representatives of Turkmen enterprises the opportunity to establish business contacts with international partners, familiarise themselves with the latest equipment and technologies, and demonstrate their own developments on the regional market.
Turkmenistan prepares for the Congress of the Halk Maslahaty and the celebration of the 34th anniversary of independence
21.08.2025Under the chairmanship of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, a meeting of the Council of Elders and the Presidium of the Halk Maslahaty was held in Ashgabat, dedicated to the organisation of the next congress of the Halk Maslahaty and the celebration of the 34th anniversary of the country's independence. This was reported by IIC. At the meeting of the Council of Elders under the Halk Maslahaty and the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation, organisational issues were discussed. In particular, the updated composition of the Council from the capital and the Ahal velayat was approved. The main focus was on preparations for the upcoming meeting of the Halk Maslahaty, where the results of the year are traditionally summarised and strategic tasks for the country's development are determined. The National Leader of the Turkmen people emphasised the importance of explaining key issues of the state's domestic and foreign policy to the population. At the meeting of the Presidium of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, specific organisational decisions were adopted. The participants signed resolutions on the official convening of the national forum and approved its date and venue. A special Organising Committee was set up to coordinate the preparatory work and ensure all aspects of the upcoming congress are taken care of. The meeting was held as part of the preparations for the celebration of the 34th anniversary of independence.
The folk song contest ‘Çalsana, bagşy!’ has come to an end in Turkmenistan
21.08.2025The final round of the folk musicians' competition ‘Çalsana, bagşy!’ (‘Play, Bakshy!’) held as part of the state creative competition ‘Golden age of Turkmen’ has ended in Ashgabat. This was reported by the IIC. Twenty-eight performers aged 18 to 35 from all velayats of the country took part in the competition. The competition was held in two stages: first, the participants demonstrated their skills in playing the dutar (a Turkmen two-stringed instrument), then they performed folk songs in the traditional bakshy genre. The jury, consisting of renowned master musicians, evaluated the performance technique and preservation of ancient traditions. At the end of the competition, 14 winners were awarded valuable prizes — national Turkmen carpets and gold chains on behalf of the President of Turkmenistan. The event was accompanied by a thematic exhibition of antique musical instruments, carpets and works of art, and ended with a collective performance of the song ‘Çalsana, bagşy!’
Young talents from Turkmenistan took part in an international arts festival in Kazakhstan
21.08.2025The International Children's Arts Festival organised by the International Organisation of Turkic Culture (TURKSOY) has come to an end in Aktau, Kazakhstan. Turkmenistan was represented by young artists from the Balkan, Mary, Lebap and Ahal velayats. The children's dance group ‘Abatjyk’ from the Balkan velayat, as well as students Dovletgeldi Orazdurdyev (Turkmenbashi), Soyench Mashadov and Shamyrat Myratjanov (Balkanabat) won prizes in the categories of choreography and instrumental performance. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. In the competition for young artists ‘Traditional Children's Games of the Turkic World,’ the Grand Prix was won by Bibinabat Ashyrova from the Mary velayat, and the prize winners were Aysel Semenderova (Lebap velayat) and Vepa Geldimuhammedov (Ahal velayat). The festival ended with a gala concert featuring performances by the best ensembles from the participating countries. TURKSOY Secretary General Sultan Raev noted the importance of such events for strengthening cultural ties between the Turkic peoples.
Turkmenistan co-chaired the meeting of the Council of Permanent Representatives to the CIS in Minsk
21.08.2025On 19 August 2025, a meeting of the Council of Permanent Representatives of the CIS Member States was held at the CIS headquarters in Minsk. Turkmenistan was represented at the event by its Permanent Representative to the CIS, Nazarguly Shagulyev, who acted as co-chair. This was reported by the online publication Turkmenportal. The participants approved the draft agendas for the upcoming meetings of the Council of Foreign Affairs Ministers (9 October, Dushanbe), the Council of Heads of Government (29 September, Minsk) and the Council of Heads of State of the CIS (10 October, Dushanbe). The summits are expected to discuss issues of scientific and technological cooperation, digitalisation of the economy, the CIS economic development strategy for 2026-2030, and adopt joint statements on the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear accident and the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations. The meeting served as a preparatory stage for key events of the Commonwealth at the end of 2025.
Turkmenistan participated in the Meeting of Senior Officials of TURKSOY in Turkey
20.08.2025On 18 August 2025, the fifth Meeting of Senior Officials of the International Organisation of Turkic Culture was held in Trabzon, Turkey. The event was held in preparation for the 42nd regular meeting of the Permanent Council of Ministers of Culture of the TURKSOY member countries. Turkmenistan was represented by Maya Saparova, Head of the External Relations Department of the Ministry of Culture. This was reported by the IIC. The participants discussed issues related to strengthening cultural cooperation between Turkic peoples, including the development of youth exchange programmes, support for projects in the field of art and literature, and preparations for events within the framework of the ‘Cultural Capital of the Turkic World 2026’. Deputy Secretary General of TURKSOY, Sayit Yusuf, emphasised the importance of TURKSOY consultations for preserving and promoting common cultural values in the international arena.
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