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May issue of ‘Arkadagly Ýaşlar’ magazine: achievements, science and international cooperation
05.06.2025The May issue of ‘Arkadagly Ýaşlar’ magazine opens with articles about significant events in the life of Turkmenistan. The front pages feature a report on the triumph of the ‘Arkadag’ football club, which won the AFC Challenge League, and the celebrations held to mark this achievement. This was reported by the state information agency ‘Turkmenistan Today’. The issue pays special attention to patriotic themes: the article ‘Watan goragy belent jogapkärçilik, jana-jan borç’ is dedicated to Victory Day, and the article ‘Gözelligiň göwher gaşy’ tells about the beauty of white marble Ashgabat on City Day. The magazine includes materials on international cooperation, in particular a report on the second meeting of the Central Asian Youth Dialogue at the UN headquarters in New York, an analysis of cooperation between the countries of the region and China, and an article on economic partnership. The scientific section ‘Ýaşlar ylym dünýäsinde’ presents readers with research by young scientists, while articles on the archaeological site of Yekegovak and ecology complement the informative section. As usual, the issue includes poetry, an astrological forecast and the results of the ‘Ýaş waspçy’ competition.
A concert by Italian trumpeter Nello Salza was held in Turkmenistan
05.06.2025A memorable concert dedicated to the work of legendary composer Ennio Morricone was held at the Magtymguly National Music and Drama Theatre. Italian trumpeter Nello Salza, together with the State Symphony Orchestra of Turkmenistan conducted by Rasul Klychev, presented a programme of famous film soundtracks. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The evening opened with a melody from the film Malena, which immediately created a special atmosphere in the hall. Nello Salza surprised the audience by starting his performance with artistic whistling, then moving on to virtuoso playing on the trumpet, an instrument that held a special place in Morricone's work. The programme included compositions from westerns, detective films and science fiction films. Turkmen singer Bahar Durdyeva performed as a vocalist at the concert. The evening ended with the presentation of flowers by Italian Ambassador Luigi Ferrari and a promise of new creative encounters. As conductor Rasul Klychev noted, this concert was an important event in the cultural life of the country.
FIFA and FFT held a seminar in Turkmenistan on finding football talent
05.06.2025From 1 to 3 June, a specialised FIFA seminar on identifying football talent was held at the Kopetdag Stadium in Ashgabat. The event, organised by the Football Federation of Turkmenistan with the support of FIFA, brought together coaches of children's and youth teams from across the country. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The lead instructor was English expert Richard Allen, who has experience working with top European clubs, including ‘Tottenham Hotspur’ and ‘RB Leipzig’. Over the course of three days, he trained Turkmen specialists in modern methods of searching for and evaluating young footballers. The seminar was also attended by FIFA Technical Director for the region Gayoz Darsadze (Georgia) and head coach of the Turkmenistan national team Rovshen Meredov. The ‘FIFA Talent Identification Course’ programme aims to improve the qualifications of coaching staff and the system for training young players in the country.
Turkmenistan plans to open a Regional Centre for Climate Technology in 2025
05.06.2025On the eve of the TESC 2025 conference, Magtymguly Akmuradov, advisor to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, announced plans to open a Regional Climate Technology Centre for Central Asia in Ashgabat by the end of 2025. The initiative, proposed by Turkmenistan back in 2012 at the ‘Rio+20’ forum, is now taking shape. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The centre is intended to become a platform for access to modern climate technologies and strengthening regional cooperation. As Akmuradov noted, special attention will be paid to the adaptation of agriculture and water management – key issues in the region, where rapid glacier melt threatens water security. Preparations for the centre have been underway for several years. A memorandum was signed with UNEP in November 2023, and negotiations with the director of the organisation's regional office took place in 2024. Turkmenistan will fully fund the centre's work for the first three years, with plans to attract international climate funds in the future. The new centre will not only be a platform for sharing experience, but also a research base promoting the free transfer of environmentally friendly technologies to countries in the region.
Turkmenistan participated in an international conference on glacier conservation in Dushanbe
05.06.2025At the end of May, an international conference on glacier conservation was held in Dushanbe, attended by a delegation from Turkmenistan. The event brought together experts, government officials and business representatives to seek solutions for Central Asia's adaptation to climate change. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. Participants discussed cross-sectoral cooperation, glacier monitoring and the integration of water and glacier issues into the SDGs. Particular attention was paid to glacier melt as a key factor in the region's water security. Turkmenistan was represented by Batyr Mamedov (International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea) and Pirli Kepbanov (National Institute of Deserts). In his report, P. Kepbanov noted that although there are no permanent glaciers in the country, winter snow cover in the mountains plays an important role in water supply. However, rising temperatures are leading to a reduction in precipitation and a decrease in river flow. The conference explored ways to balance environmental, social and agricultural water needs. For Central Asia, where major rivers depend on glacier melt, these issues are critical.
Turkmenistan participates in the CDIO 2025 International Conference
05.06.2025A delegation from the Oguz Han Engineering and Technology University of Turkmenistan is participating in the CDIO 2025 International Conference, which is being held from 1 to 5 June at Monash University in Melbourne (Australia). This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The delegation includes teachers and students representing the fields of molecular biology, mechatronics and modern technology physics. The conference brings together representatives of more than 200 universities belonging to the global CDIO network, which focuses on innovative engineering education. Monash University joined the initiative in 2023 and actively participates in CDIO international forums. The Turkmen team presents scientific developments and exchanges experience with the international academic community. Participation is aimed at improving the university's educational programmes in line with international standards and introducing a project-oriented approach. The university became the first full member of CDIO in Central Asia in March 2023 and actively participates in the organisation's events.
Delegation of Turkmen University is on a working visit to Austria
05.06.2025Since 1 June, a delegation from the Oguz Han Engineering and Technology University of Turkmenistan has been on a working visit to Graz University of Technology in Austria. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The purpose of the visit is to evaluate current scientific projects and discuss prospects for cooperation within the framework of the existing Memorandum of Understanding between the two universities. During the visit, the Turkmen delegation met with researchers from the Institute of Electronics, familiarised themselves with the work of relevant laboratories and discussed areas for further joint research, including the measurement of electromagnetic radiation, the development of antennas and the design of sensor systems. The delegation's visit to Austria will last until 12 June.
The transition to ‘green’ energy was discussed in Ashgabat ahead of the TESC 2025 conference
04.06.2025Ahead of the TESC 2025 international conference in Ashgabat, a round table was held on Turkmenistan's transition to green energy. The event, organised with the support of the UN, brought together representatives of international organisations, government agencies and the expert community. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden Age’. The round table was moderated by Dmitry Shlapachenko, UN Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan. Participants discussed policy-making in the field of sustainable energy and the development of the country's national potential. The head of UNICEF in Turkmenistan, Jalpa Ratna, shared the organisation's vision for ‘green’ energy, while UNDP representative Tomica Paovic spoke about the development of relevant competencies. Turkmenistan's Foreign Affairs Ministry adviser Magtymguly Akmuradov presented national approaches to climate policy. Muhammetberdi Bashiyev (‘Turkmengas’) reported on the results of work to reduce methane emissions. During a lively discussion, practical proposals were developed for the development of international cooperation in the field of environmentally friendly energy.
Turkmenistan hosted conference on ecology
04.06.2025On 2 June, the Turkmen Agricultural University named after S.A.Niyazov hosted a scientific and practical conference entitled ‘Ecological Culture – the Basis of Sustainable Development’. The event was timed to coincide with World Environment Day, the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality and the International Year of Peace and Trust. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden Age’. The plenary session discussed issues of environmental safety, methods of environmental education and international cooperation in this area. The work then continued in four sections, where eco-policy, the role of science in educating young people, the principles of environmental safety and the influence of exact sciences on the innovative development of the country were considered. Participants noted the contribution of the university to the training of ecologists and scientific research in the field of nature conservation. Special attention was paid to Turkmenistan's state programmes, such as the National Climate Change Strategy and the Forest Programme for 2021-2025. The importance of greening campaigns and the preservation of natural resources for future generations was also emphasised.
A conference was held in Ashgabat to mark the 330th anniversary of Dovletmammet Azadi
04.06.2025The Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages hosted a conference entitled ‘Azadi - a treasure trove of science and wisdom’ dedicated to the 330th anniversary of the birth of Dovletmammet Azadi. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. According to the source, the event was attended by scientists, representatives of the Secretariat of the National Commission of Turkmenistan for UNESCO, the Magtymguly Turkmen State University and the Magtymguly Institute of Language, Literature and National Manuscripts of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan. The participants' speeches were devoted to a comprehensive study of Azadi's works. It was noted that Azadi's legacy remains relevant today. The participants emphasised the eternal value of the wise ideas laid down in Azadi's works. His works continue to serve as a source of knowledge, spiritual growth and cultural dialogue.
Turkmen bakshis took part in a festival in Bishkek
04.06.2025Bakshi and storytellers from Turkmenistan took part in the VIII World Festival ‘Epics of the Peoples of the World’, which was held from 28 to 30 May in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. According to the source, the event brought together participants from Altai, Kalmykia, Dagestan, Tuva, Sakha (Yakutia), Khakassia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and France. Turkmenistan was represented by distinguished bakshi Kerven Yevbasarov with excerpts from the epic ‘Gorogly’ and master jeweller Shazada Orazberdiyev. They also attended the opening ceremony and the ‘Түндүк көтөрүү’ (‘Raising the dome of the yurt tents’) ritual. The festival in Bishkek included exhibitions of folk art, competitions, theatre performances, master classes, symposiums and a gala concert. The event was dedicated to the 130th anniversary of the great storyteller Sayakbai Karalaev.
Turkmenistan footballers prepare for qualifying match against Thailand
04.06.2025The Turkmenistan national football team has begun training ahead of their second qualifying round match against Thailand in the 2027 Asian Cup, which will take place on 10 June at the Ashgabat Stadium. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. Thirty players have been called up for the squad, 23 of whom will make the final line-up. The extended list includes foreign-based players, such as Teymur Charyev from Belarusian club ‘Torpedo-BelAZ’ and Mikhail Titov from Kyrgyz club ‘Uzgen’. Training is taking place twice a day at the Nisa Stadium under the guidance of new head coach Rovshen Meredov. The training programme will end on 9 June and includes tactical and physical training. Both teams, Turkmenistan and Thailand, are at the top of Group D. In the first round, the Turkmenistan national team beat Chinese Taipei (2-1), while Thailand defeated Sri Lanka (1-0). The winners of the six groups will advance to the final stage of the tournament, which will be hosted by Saudi Arabia for the first time. Eighteen teams, including the host Saudi Arabia, have already secured their places in the final. The Asian Cup is held every four years. The current champion is Qatar, which won in 2019 and 2023.
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