An international youth forum of Central Asian and Persian Gulf countries is being held in Dushanbe from 21 to 24 May. Turkmenistan is represented by a large delegation including young scientists, entrepreneurs, IT-specialists, cultural figures, athletes and volunteers. This is reported by the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan.

The forum has become an important platform for the exchange of experience and ideas in key areas, including innovation and digital technologies, youth entrepreneurship, ecology and sustainable development, education and culture. The forum programme includes plenary sessions, exhibitions, sports competitions and project presentations. Special attention is paid to youth diplomacy and volunteer movement.

The participation of Turkmen youth in such a large-scale event demonstrates the success of the state youth policy and meets the goals of the Strategy of International Cooperation of Turkmenistan's Youth for 2023-2030. The Forum is being held within the framework of the International Year of Peace and Trust, which underlines the importance of such initiatives for strengthening international dialogue.