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The opening ceremony of the new village of Bagtly Zamana took place in Turkmenistan
18.09.2025On 17 September, a new modern village called Bagtly Zamana was opened in the Gowshut geneshlik of the Kaka etrap of the Ahal velayat. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The village was built as part of the ‘National Programme of the President of Turkmenistan for Transforming the Social and Living Conditions of the Population in Villages, Settlements, Towns, Etraps, and Etrap Centers for the Period Until 2028’ and is timed to coincide with the 34th anniversary of Turkmenistan's independence. The village has 400 residential buildings, a school with 640 places, a kindergarten with 320 places, a shopping centre, a health centre and an administrative building. The facilities are equipped with modern equipment, creating conditions for education, healthcare and a comfortable life for residents. The ceremony was attended by representatives of the authorities, the public and elders. The festive atmosphere was complemented by performances by artists, and the culmination was the housewarming of families who received the keys to their new homes. The opening of Bagtly Zamana has become a symbol of improved living standards and evidence of the country's socio-economic development.
New ‘Yutong’ buses launched in Ashgabat
15.09.2025New ‘Yutong’ buses have been introduced on city routes in Ashgabat. These modern 12-metre vehicles with three doors and air conditioning have already begun transporting passengers, according to the news website Turkmenportal. The vehicles are equipped with Euro-5 engines and a cashless payment system. For safety and convenience, there are devices to monitor passenger boarding and alighting, video surveillance, GPS and cameras that track the bus's movement and the driver's performance. The interior is designed to accommodate people with disabilities, and there is a voice announcement system to notify passengers of upcoming stops. As part of the city's autopark renewal programme, the capital of Turkmenistan has received a total of 700 new Chinese-made buses.
A new issue of the journal ‘Issues of Philology’ has been published in Turkmenistan
15.09.2025The third issue of the electronic scientific and methodological journal ‘Issues of Philology’ for 2025, published by the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages, has been released in Turkmenistan. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The issue features materials on the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries and related events. The articles in this issue are devoted to the legal basis of Turkmenistan's neutrality, the philosophy of peace and trust, the role of language policy in strengthening global stability, and the country's foreign policy course in the International Year of Peace and Trust. The authors focus on the humanistic initiatives and traditions of the Turkmen people. In addition, materials have been published on the role of the family in statehood, cooperation between UNESCO departments and clubs, and dialogue among young people in Central Asia. The journal is included in the official List of Scientific Publications of Turkmenistan and the collection of the Central Scientific Library of the country's Academy of Sciences.
The city of Arkadag is being supplied with new equipment to maintain environmental cleanliness
15.09.2025According to the ‘Concept for the Development of the City of Arkadag in 2024–2052,’ digital technologies are gradually being introduced into the urban management system, including the sphere of public utilities. This was reported by the Orient news agency. Recently, the public utilities department of Arkadag City received new specialised equipment for sanitation work. Equipped with modern devices, the machines allow for effective maintenance of cleanliness and improvement of streets and adjacent areas. The equipment is based on the latest solutions from leading global manufacturers and is designed to perform high-quality cleaning and greening tasks in the city.
The opening of a new modern village Dovletli Mekan took place in Turkmenistan
10.09.2025A new modern village, Dovletli Mekan, was held in the Ongaldy geneshlik of Ak Bugday etrap of Ahal velayat, timed to coincide with the 34th anniversary of Turkmenistan's independence. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The ceremony was attended by representatives of local authorities, deputies, public organisations, elders and residents of the region. A congratulatory message from the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, was read out, emphasising the importance of state policy in creating comfortable living conditions for citizens. The new village has 400 residential buildings, an administrative building for the local council, a health centre, a school with 640 places, a kindergarten with 320 places, a shopping centre, and modern engineering and transport infrastructure. Green areas and a park have been created. The school and kindergarten are equipped with modern facilities and conditions for teaching and raising children. The health centre and pharmacy provide medical services to the population. The shopping centre will provide residents with essential goods. Guests at the ceremony toured the new houses, furnished and decorated in the national style, and learned about traditional rural rituals and cultural performances. The villagers expressed their gratitude to the country's leadership for improving social conditions and developing the regions.
700 new ‘Yutong’ buses arrived in Ashgabat
08.09.2025A large shipment of 700 new ‘Yutong’ buses has arrived in Ashgabat, which is intended to modernise public transport and improve passenger comfort. This was reported by the Orient news agency. The 12-metre-long buses comply with Euro 5 environmental standards, underscoring Turkmenistan's commitment to environmental safety. The new vehicles are equipped with modern air conditioning systems, digital payment systems, video surveillance and GPS navigation, ensuring passenger comfort and safety. In addition, audio and video equipment is provided for passengers.
Turkmen scientists have patented a technology for obtaining iodine from Caspian algae
06.09.2025The Ministry of Finance and Economy of Turkmenistan has registered copyright for the latest biotechnology that allows iodine and polysaccharides to be extracted from brown and blue-green algae growing in the Caspian Sea. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The authors of the development are specialists from the biotechnology laboratory of the International Scientific-Technological Park of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan, A. Rahmanova, D. Gadamov and A. Ashirova. The flora of the Caspian Sea, represented by the algae species Phaeophyceae and Cyanobacteria, has an exceptionally rich composition, including vitamins, minerals and bioactive components, which determines its important role in the ecosystem and wide possibilities for practical application. Substances of organic origin extracted from algae biomass, unlike synthetic analogues, are characterised by high bioavailability and are easily absorbed by the human body, effectively replenishing the iodine deficiency necessary for the synthesis of thyroid hormones. The development of such biotechnologies is defined as a key direction of state policy within the framework of the Science Development Strategy for 2024–2052 and the relevant Programme for the Comprehensive Development of Biotechnology.
New tariffs for the services of the electronic collection ‘Adalat’ have been approved in Turkmenistan
06.09.2025The Ministry of Justice of Turkmenistan has set new rates for providing legal information through the ‘Adalat’ electronic database. The relevant order was signed by Minister of Justice Merettagan Taganov, according to the news website Turkmenportal. Individuals now pay 200 manats for a one-time purchase of the programme, while legal entities pay 400 manats. Licensed private notaries pay 240 manats annually. Access to the ‘Adalat’ online platform via the internet costs 20 manats per month per user. The fees include consultations on using the programme, and the cost of electronic media is paid separately. The new order replaces the document dated 7 November 2017 and was registered in the state register on 1 September 2025.
International trainings were held at the training centre of the Customs Service of Turkmenistan
05.09.2025From 2 to 3 September, the Training Centre of the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan hosted simulation exercises on the legal regulation of illegal maritime trade. This was reported by the press service of the Turkmenistan Customs Service. The event was organised by the UNODC Regional Office for Afghanistan, Central Asia, Iran and Pakistan. This is the centre's first international event since it was granted regional status. Representatives of key state bodies of Turkmenistan and a delegation of specialists from Kazakhstan took part in the exercise. The programme covered the international legal framework for maritime law enforcement, surveillance and monitoring methods, the use of radar and satellite systems, and the practice of gathering evidence for prosecution. The training demonstrated an innovative approach to training specialists and contributed to the exchange of experience and the strengthening of regional security.
A collection on cooperation with Turkmenistan has been published in India
04.09.2025The Indian publishing house ‘Pentagon Press LLP’ has released an English-language collection entitled ‘India-Turkmenistan: Perspectives on History, Culture and Economy,’ prepared with the participation of the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (IIR MFA) of Turkmenistan. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. One of the book's editors, Professor Ovezdurdy Muhammetberdiyev, Doctor of Sociology at the IIO MFA, noted that the aim of the publication is not simply to publish materials, but to produce a fundamental scientific and historical work that reflects the centuries-old ties between the two countries and serves as a basis for future research. The authors of the collection are leading diplomats, scholars and statesmen of Turkmenistan and India, including Chynar Rustemova, Amangeldi Rahmanov, Sapar Berdiniyazov and Nurberdi Amanmyradov. Their personal experience and analytical assessments give the book special value. The main idea of the publication is the historical depth of Turkmen-Indian relations, which date back to the times of the Great Silk Road, as well as the dynamic development of modern political and economic cooperation, including projects in energy, digital technologies, education and culture. Particular emphasis is placed on the contribution of the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, and the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. The book is published in English for an international audience, but a Turkmen edition is also being prepared for the general public in the country. The project is seen as the beginning of more extensive cooperation, including conferences, scientific exchanges and joint research. According to Muhammetberdiyev, the collection has become a ‘bridge of friendship and mutual understanding’ between the two peoples and an important step in strengthening the strategic partnership between Turkmenistan and India.
A road safety campaign has begun in Turkmenistan
03.09.2025On 1 September, Turkmenistan launched a month-long campaign under the slogan ‘Road safety is the peace of our life.’ This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. Throughout the month, conferences, seminars and educational events for drivers, pedestrians and students will be held in all regions of the country. Eco-bike groups from the traffic police will be on duty at educational institutions, paying particular attention to compliance with traffic rules near schools and universities. The events are being held in accordance with the Road Safety Act, and administrative penalties are in place for violations.
More than 200,000 tourists from Turkmenistan visited Uzbekistan from January to July
28.08.2025From January to July this year, 208,864 tourists from Turkmenistan visited Uzbekistan. This was reported by the Turkmenportal website. In terms of the number of tourists during this period, Turkmenistan ranks sixth. The leaders in the ranking by number of visitors were: Kyrgyzstan – 1.846 million, Kazakhstan – 1.466 million, Tajikistan – 1.441 million, Russia – 536,800 and Afghanistan – 267,400. In total, 6.3 million foreign tourists visited the country in the first seven months of the year, which is 48.9% more than in the same period last year.
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