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Minsk and Ashgabat strengthen cooperation in the field of education
27.05.2025On 26 May, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Belarus Nazarguly Shagulyyev met with Belarusian Education Minister Andrei Ivanets in Minsk. The talks centred on the development of bilateral cooperation in education, including training of Turkmen students in Belarusian universities, the IIC reports. The interlocutors emphasised the strategic importance of quality education as a foundation of long-term partnership between the two states. Special attention was paid to the improvement of educational programmes, expansion of academic mobility and introduction of modern educational approaches. The head of the diplomatic mission said that 2025 in Turkmenistan is held under the aegis of the International Year of Peace and Trust, and also marks the 30th anniversary of the country's permanent neutrality. In this regard, a number of international initiatives aimed at strengthening humanitarian ties are planned. Andrei Ivanets reiterated Belarus' interest in supporting Turkmenistan's educational projects and expressed readiness for further dialogue aimed at expanding joint opportunities for students and the scientific and pedagogical community of both countries.
Football Federations of Turkmenistan and Qatar strengthen cooperation
27.05.2025Football associations of Turkmenistan and Qatar have signed a co-operation agreement aimed at developing partnership ties and promoting bilateral cooperation in football. The signing ceremony was held on Monday, 26 May, at the headquarters of the Qatar Football Association, located in the Al Bidda Tower in Doha, Orient news agency reported. From the Qatari side, the document was signed by the president of the Association Jassim bin Rashid Al Buenain, from Turkmenistan - the head of the Football Federation of Turkmenistan Guvanch Ovekov. The event was also attended by the secretaries general of both organisations - Mansour Al-Ansari (Qatar) and Serdar Geldiyev (Turkmenistan). The source notes that the signing of the agreement was part of Qatar's efforts to expand co-operation with Asian football bodies and strengthen sports ties with partner countries in the region.
Turkmen footballers won the first match of the CAFA-2025 Championship
27.05.2025Turkmenistan's U17 national youth team has successfully started its performance at the Central Asian Football Association (CAFA) championship held in Tashkent. In the opening match of the tournament, Turkmen footballers defeated Afghanistan 1-0, as ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’ news agency reported. According to the rules of the competition, the participants are divided into two groups. The Turkmen team was drawn into Group B, where Afghanistan and Tajikistan also play. The teams of Iran, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan play in Group A. Turkmenistan's youth team is headed by head coach Ahmet Allaberdiyev. In the next round, the Turkmen players will play against Tajikistan.
‘Türkmengaz’ employees consistently supply consumers with natural gas
27.05.2025Employees of the ‘Lebapgazçykaryş’ department of the State Concern ‘Türkmengaz’ continue to demonstrate high production indicators as part of efforts to increase natural gas production and reliable supply of consumers. This is reported by the news website Asmannews. According to the department, more than 3 billion 207.5 million cubic metres of natural gas were produced from January to April, which is 101.4% of the planned volume. At the same time, more than 11.6 thousand tonnes of gas condensate were produced during the mentioned period, which is 109.6% of the plan. This valuable product was sent for processing to the Seydi Refinery. A significant part of the produced gas is exported to China. For this purpose, fuel is supplied to the Malay-Bagtyyarlyk high-pressure gas trunkline. In the first four months of the year, almost 1.8 billion cubic metres of marketable gas was transported through this route, which corresponds to 168% of the plan. This allowed not only to strengthen the country's export positions, but also to ensure consistent supply to the domestic market.
Turkmenbashi Oil Refinery Complex shows significant growth
27.05.2025Turkmenbashi complex of oil refineries, which is part of the State Concern ‘Türkmennebit’, has demonstrated high production results. This is reported by the Internet resource Asmannews. According to the source, the enterprise, equipped with advanced technologies, produces products of international level, providing both domestic market and export supplies. Specialists of the complex successfully refine oil and produce a wide range of products - from petrol, paraffin and diesel fuel to fuel oil, oils, polypropylene and liquefied gas. Continuous modernisation of production allows to increase refining volumes. During the reporting period, the Company refined about 1 million 497 thousand tonnes of crude oil - 104% of the planned volume. A number of items significantly exceeded the plan: bitumen - 181%, oils - 110%, liquefied gas - 120%, diesel fuel - 106% and others. Over 590 tonnes of raw materials were additionally processed over the plan. All products are labelled ‘Made in Turkmenistan’ and meet international quality requirements.
‘Synmaz Nesil’ presented new technological solutions at the exhibition in Ashgabat
27.05.2025Private company ‘Synmaz Nesil’, known for its products for the construction sector, presented new technological solutions at the XXIV International Exhibition ‘White City Ashgabat’, highlighting its contribution to the modernisation of the capital of Turkmenistan. This was reported by the online edition of ‘Business Turkmenistan’. Since 2025, the company has entered a new stage of development by launching the production of copper electrical cable. ‘Synmaz Nesil’ became the first in the country to set up the production of cable products using recycled raw materials. All production processes are carried out under strict quality control, in compliance with industrial safety, environmental and fire safety regulations. Copper cable is produced under the brand name ‘Nesil’ and complies with national standards. The products are intended both for the domestic market and for export, which fits into the strategy of import substitution and expansion of foreign economic relations. The company was founded on 18 March 2014 and initially specialised in the production of scaffolding and waterproofing materials under the ‘Izogam’ brand.
The legacy of Magtymguly Pyragy was the subject of a broadcast on Gold FM in Brussels
27.05.2025International journalist and expert in the field of sustainable development Derya Soysal became a participant of a special radio programme on the waves of Gold FM in Brussels, dedicated to the creative heritage of Turkmen poet Magtymguly Pyragy. This was reported by the Orient news agency. According to the source, D. Soysal emphasised that Magtymguly occupies an outstanding place in the Turkmen and Turkic, as well as in the world poetic tradition. In addition, she recalled that in 2024 Ashgabat hosted a large-scale celebration of the 300th anniversary of the poet, which brought together many high-ranking guests, including the Presidents of Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. The journalist also recited Magtymguly's poems in four languages - English, French, Turkish and Turkmen, clearly demonstrating the universality and depth of his messages. At the end of the radio programme, D. Soysal noted that the poetry of Magtymguly Pyragy is not just a cultural heritage, but a living source of inspiration, capable of serving as a moral guide for all mankind.
The results of the International Conference ‘White City Ashgabat’ have been summed up
27.05.2025Turkmenistan summed up the results of the XXIV International Conference ‘White City Ashgabat’, which brought together leading experts and representatives of international companies to discuss the prospects of development of the Turkmen capital. It is reported by the Internet publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The forum became a platform for sharing experience in introducing innovative technologies in construction, transport and urban infrastructure. Special attention was paid to digital solutions, artificial intelligence and ‘smart’ systems that can improve the efficiency of urban management. The Ministry of Construction and Architecture of Turkmenistan presented successful projects in the field of clean energy, green transport and sustainable urban environment. The participants noted the country's significant achievements in the development of road infrastructure, including the construction of international highways and bridges that strengthen Turkmenistan's position as an important logistics hub in the region. Major foreign companies expressed interest in the development of Ashgabat. CNTIC (China) and Daewoo E&C (South Korea) are ready to cooperate in the construction of industrial facilities and transport infrastructure. The Asian Development Bank will support projects in energy efficiency and renewable energy. The conference confirmed Turkmenistan's aspiration to create a ‘smart’ environmentally friendly city where technologies serve to improve the quality of life. The joint efforts of the state, business and international partners open new prospects for the establishment of a smart, environmentally friendly city in Turkmenistan.
Embassy of Turkmenistan presented the country's culture at the Seoul Friendship Festival
27.05.2025On 24 May 2025, Turkmenistan's diplomatic mission to the Republic of Korea took part in the annual Seoul Friendship Festival organised by the capital's City Hall. It is reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The national pavilion of Turkmenistan displayed arts and crafts, traditional clothes, paintings by Turkmen artists, as well as literature about Turkmenistan. The works of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and National Leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov took a central place in the exposition and aroused special interest of the guests. The festival participants also learnt about Turkmenistan's peaceful foreign policy, socio-economic achievements and cultural initiatives. Special attention was paid to the events dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality and the International Year of Peace and Trust.
The Foreign Affairs Ministers of Turkmenistan and China held a telephone conversation
27.05.2025On 26 May 2025, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held telephone talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. During the conversation, the sides discussed topical issues of strategic partnership, including cooperation in political, economic and energy spheres. Special attention was paid to the interaction between Turkmenistan and China in the UN and other international organisations, where the countries traditionally support each other. It is reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The Ministers noted that open and trusting dialogue at the highest level is a solid basis for bilateral relations. Regular contacts between the leaders of the two states contribute to the deepening of cooperation in all areas. The sides stressed the importance of further political consultations between the foreign ministries. The sides agreed to continue active co-operation at the diplomatic level.
WHO training course on zoonotic disease prevention for trainers launched in Turkmenistan
27.05.2025From 26 to 30 May 2025, the Public Health and Nutrition Centre of Turkmenistan is hosting a training for national trainers on prevention, surveillance and treatment of zoonotic diseases. The event is organised with the support of the WHO Country Office in Turkmenistan within the framework of the Pandemic Fund project aimed at strengthening pandemic preparedness through a ‘One Health’ approach in Central Asia. It is reported by IIC. The participants of the course were specialists of the State Veterinary Service under the Ministry of Agriculture and the State Sanitary and Epidemiological Service of the Ministry of Health of Turkmenistan. Professor Natalia Pshenichnaya, WHO international consultant on zoonosis control, conducts the classes. According to Arslan Soltanmyradov, Head of the International and Scientific Relations Department of the State Veterinary Service, the course plays a key role in strengthening the country's capacity to control zoonoses, which contributes to improving epidemiological well-being and protecting human and animal health. The main objective of the training is to train national trainers, who will subsequently conduct cascade trainings for specialists at regional and local levels.
Universities of Turkmenistan and France considered areas of partnership
27.05.2025A meeting with representatives of the University of Le Havre (France) was held at the Magtymguly Turkmen State University on 23 May. Vice-Rector of the University of Le Havre Jean-Noel Castorio and Director of International Relations Pierrot Barthelemy visited the Turkmen university, the press service of the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan reported. According to the source, during the talks, the parties discussed key areas of co-operation and presented the educational opportunities of their universities. Special attention was paid to the experience of Magtymguly Turkmen State University in training specialists in French language and literature, along with teaching other foreign languages.
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