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The introduction of Japanese technologies into television and radio broadcasting was discussed in Ashgabat
23.10.2025Hiroshi Sasaki, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Turkmenistan, visited the State Committee for Television, Radio Broadcasting and Cinematography of Turkmenistan, as well as several television centres where preparations are underway for the introduction of Japanese broadcasting equipment. This was reported by the online news resource TerraNews. During the visit, the diplomat met with Meylis Rejepov, Chairman of the State Committee for Television, Radio Broadcasting and Cinematography. The interlocutors discussed opportunities for expanding bilateral cooperation in the field of television and radio broadcasting and ways to further strengthen technical cooperation between Turkmenistan and Japan.
Туркменистан планирует создание национальных геопарков
20.10.2025At a meeting of the National Commission of Turkmenistan for UNESCO, the creation of geoparks, including natural and cultural sites, as well as landscapes of international geological significance, was discussed within the framework of the UNESCO Geoparks Programme. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. It is noted that national geological parks can become a tool for environmentally friendly development of territories. Participants were presented with international experience, procedures for the formation of geoparks and requirements for their organisation. Of particular interest are unique sites such as the canyons on the south-eastern shore of the Garabogaz Gulf and mud volcanoes. The creation of geoparks in these areas will preserve natural heritage, develop ecotourism, support the local economy and raise public awareness of the importance of the country's geological wealth.
A female bear named Aydere will arrive in Ashgabat from the Moscow Zoo
06.10.2025A brown bear named Aydere will soon be brought to the National Museum of Living Nature of Turkmenistan (Ashgabat Zoo). This was reported by the online news resource TerraNews. The Moscow Zoo is donating the animal as part of a cooperation programme. This was announced by the museum's scientific consultant, Doctor of Biological Sciences Eldar Rustamov. Aydere will become a companion for the brown bear Sumbar, who arrived in Ashgabat a year ago from the Volokolamsk Centre of the Moscow Zoo. According to Rustamov, the plan is to move the female bear in with Sumbar so that the animal ‘doesn't get bored.’ The expert added that there are plans to bring other animals from Moscow, including lions.
In honour of Independence Day, buildings in Ankara were transformed into the colours of the Turkmen flag
28.09.2025On 27 September, Ankara's tallest buildings — the buildings of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey — were illuminated with the colours of the National Flag of Turkmenistan in honour of the 34th anniversary of the country's independence. This was reported by the news website Asmannews. The impressive light installation transformed the buildings into a bright red and green flag with traditional Turkmen patterns, a crescent moon and five stars. The building of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey is 140 metres high, making it one of the tallest buildings in Ankara and an important business centre in the country. This event symbolises the friendship and brotherly relations between Turkey and Turkmenistan.
Burj Khalifa lit up with the Turkmen Flag in honour of the 34th anniversary of independence
28.09.2025In honour of the 34th anniversary of Turkmenistan's independence, the world's tallest building, Burj Khalifa (Dubai, UAE), was illuminated with the country's National Flag. This was reported by the press service of the Consulate of Turkmenistan in the UAE. The event was held as part of a tradition in which friendly states decorate their high-rise buildings with the national symbols of Turkmenistan to congratulate the people on their main national holiday. The impressive light installation transformed the 828-metre skyscraper into a brightly shining red and green column with Turkmen ornaments, a crescent moon and five stars. Such events highlight the friendly and fraternal relations between Turkmenistan and the UAE, as well as the international community's attention to the celebration of the country's Independence Day.
Representatives of Turkmenistan undergo training in Spain
27.09.2025As part of the CADAP 7 programme supported by the European Union, a delegation from Turkmenistan is on a study visit to Spain from 22 to 26 September 2025, aimed at strengthening regional cooperation in Central Asia in the fight against drugs. This was reported by IIC Turkmenistan. Together with colleagues from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, Turkmen specialists are studying Spain's experience in implementing scientifically based strategies to reduce drug demand. Over the course of five days, the delegates are meeting with Spanish politicians, practitioners and medical professionals, and visiting key institutions, including the Ministry of Health, the San Isidro shelter, the Madroño mobile unit, the ACDA Addiction Treatment Centre, the ‘Proyecto Hombre Asturias’ programme, the Drug Addiction Treatment Unit in Oviedo and the Intelligence Center for Counter-Terrorism and Organized Crime (CITCO). The trip serves as a platform for sharing experiences and building institutional capacity, and the knowledge gained will help to improve national strategies for combating psychoactive substances in Turkmenistan and Central Asia and strengthen cooperation with European partners.
The EU supports strengthening the capacity of Turkmenistan's veterinary service
26.09.2025On 24 September, the State Veterinary Service of Turkmenistan received new modern equipment for a training classroom as part of the BOMCA 10 programme, funded by the European Union. This initiative aims to strengthen the capacity of the service and improve the qualifications of specialists, which will improve the quality of border control and ensure better health for farm animals, according to AsmanNews. The handover ceremony was attended by representatives of the EU delegation, including programme manager Borislav Dimitrov. He emphasised that the support provided reflects the European Union's desire to expand cooperation with Turkmenistan in the field of veterinary medicine and animal welfare. Arslan Soltanmyradov, Head of the International and Scientific Relations Department of the State Veterinary Service, expressed his gratitude for the assistance provided, noting that the new equipment opens up opportunities for the introduction of modern methods of training and practical training of specialists. It is expected that the updated training base will significantly improve the level of veterinary education and training, which in the long term will contribute to the protection of animal health and the strengthening of the country's food security.
A seminar on protecting grain crops has begun in Ashgabat
25.09.2025A training course is being held in Ashgabat as part of a joint project between the Ministry of Agriculture of Turkmenistan and the UN Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) entitled ‘Promoting capacity building for the protection of cereal crops from pests’. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The two-year project, which started at the beginning of the year, is scheduled to run until 2027 and includes a series of seminars on phytosanitary control, new chemical agents and technologies for pest and weed control. A pilot experimental site is being created at the Grain Research Institute to demonstrate methods of increasing yields and conducting field training for agronomists, hakimlik employees, farmers and neighbouring farms. The results of the research will be evaluated by scientists, representatives of universities and the agricultural business. During the training, it was noted that several agro-ecological projects with a scientific focus are being implemented in Turkmenistan, including the protection of cotton. Russian specialists shared their experience in protecting grain crops, presenting information on pests, pesticides and the characteristics of locust distribution, which sparked a lively exchange of views with their Turkmen colleagues. The seminar is being held at the ‘Archabil’ Hotel until the end of the week, with participants visiting enterprises and quarantine and plant protection services under the Ministry of Agriculture of Turkmenistan.
BOMCA 10 provided Turkmenistan with equipment for quarantine control
24.09.2025As part of the ‘Border Management in Central Asia’ (BOMCA 10) programme, the State Plant Quarantine Service under the Ministry of Agriculture of Turkmenistan received new IT and laboratory equipment worth €17,598. This was reported by IIC Turkmenistan. The delivery includes 20 sets of computers with monitors for regional departments and border posts. In addition, the service received eight laser printers and one colour printer. To improve the efficiency of cargo control through the Single Window for Export and Import Operations system, specialists received four tablets. Five digital microscopes were also installed at key checkpoints, which will speed up and improve the accuracy of decisions made.
Air link between Turkmenistan and Pakistan to open new phase in partnership
24.09.2025Direct air service between Turkmenistan and Pakistan is seen as a strategic step that opens up new prospects in business, trade and cultural ties. This was reported by IIC Turkmenistan. This was written by Faryal Leghari, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Pakistan to Turkmenistan, in the newspaper ‘Neutral Turkmenistan’. The Head of the diplomatic mission emphasised that a two-hour flight connects Turkmenistan with Pakistan and provides access to the international network of ‘Turkmen Airlines’, covering Europe, Russia, China and the Asia-Pacific region. The resumption of flights will stimulate trade: it will speed up the delivery of fruit, vegetables, meat and rice and create new routes as part of Pakistan's ‘Vision for Central Asia’ strategy, which opens up access to world markets through the ports of Karachi and Gwadar. The cooperation promises development in the textile industry, simplification of business contacts (business visas within 24 hours), and expansion of cultural exchanges — from fashion to medical and educational tourism.
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.
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