As part of the implementation of strategic objectives for the socio-economic development of the country, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a number of important documents aimed at improving living conditions, modernising the education system and upgrading the skills of civil servants. This was reported by the state news agency TDH.

In order to raise the standard of living in the regions and in accordance with the ‘National programme of the President of Turkmenistan for the transformation of social and living conditions of the population of villages, settlements, etrap cities and etrap centers for the period up to 2028,’ the Head of State approved a revised programme. The document is intended to intensify the implementation of the tasks set out in the course of comprehensive regional development.

In addition, Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a Decree approving the composition of the State Commission for Admission to Higher and Secondary Vocational Educational Institutions of Turkmenistan for 2025. The commission will provide organisational and methodological support for the admission process, which will take place from 14 July to 25 August 2025. In accordance with the instructions, the khakimliks of the velayats, as well as the cities of Ashgabat and Arkadag, have been instructed to ensure conditions for the work of the admissions commissions.

In addition, a plan for admission to higher education institutions and secondary vocational schools in the country has been approved. Educational institutions have been instructed to organise entrance exams at their locations.

Special attention is paid to training personnel for the civil service. The President of Turkmenistan signed a Decree approving plans for the admission of students to the Academy of Public Administration under the President of Turkmenistan for the 2025–2026 academic year. The document includes retraining and advanced training programmes for members of the Mejlis, members of the Halk Maslahaty, employees of central and local government bodies, as well as paid training programmes for masters and specialists.