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Turkmenistan and UN develop a strategy to protect the Aral Sea ecosystems
23.05.2025On 22 May 2025, a high-level round table on land and ecosystem conservation in the Aral Sea basin was held in Ashgabat. The event was held in a hybrid format in the UN building and was timed to coincide with the International Day for Biological Diversity. This is reported by IIC. Among the key topics of discussion were the results of biodiversity monitoring in the region, creation of buffer zones and ecological corridors, improvement of environmental legislation and transboundary cooperation in the field of ecology. The roundtable participants considered the possibilities of implementing modern technologies for monitoring and assessment of ecosystem services to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. Special attention was paid to the issues of correlation of national legislation with international environmental standards.
‘White City Ashgabat’ Forum starts with Pre-Conference Day
23.05.2025The capital of Turkmenistan will host the Pre-Conference Day before the opening of the XXIV International Universal Exhibition ‘White City Ashgabat’ on 23 May this year. The event will bring together more than 550 delegates from 30 countries, confirming the growing international interest in the opportunities of the Turkmen capital. This is reported by the ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’ online press. The programme of the day includes official registration of participants at the Olympia Hotel, cultural events that will allow the guests of the forum to get acquainted with Turkmen traditions, evening reception for informal communication and establishment of business contacts. The conference organisers create all conditions for fruitful work and comfortable stay of the guests, stressing the special importance of the upcoming large-scale forum as a platform for effective international cooperation.
International conference on architecture and urban development held in Ashgabat
23.05.2025On May 21, the Turkmen State Institute of Architecture and Construction held an international scientific and practical conference ‘Ashgabat - the Pearl of National Architecture’, dedicated to the City Day. Experts from 10 countries, including Turkmenistan, the CIS countries, Italy and the United States, participated in a hybrid format. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The event opened with an exhibition of scientific projects and decorative and applied arts, where the concept of the institute's new complex, scheduled to open in 2026, was presented. Participants discussed modern trends in urban development, environmental issues, energy conservation and digitalization in architecture. Particular attention was paid to the integration of science and production, academic exchange and training of qualified personnel. As part of the conference, the Academy of Arts held a section on the role of national patterns in modern architecture, accompanied by an exhibition of student works.
Registration for the International Forum ‘White City Ashgabat’ has ended
21.05.2025On 20 May this year, the registration of participants of the XXIV White City Ashgabat Multidisciplinary Conference, which will be held on 24-25 May 2025 on the eve of the City Day, was completed. The event, held under the motto ‘Inspire, create, unite!’, will become an important platform for international professional dialogue. This was informed by IIC. The conference will welcome delegates from 30 countries, which shows the growing interest of the world community in Turkmenistan. The main events will be held at two venues: the pavilions of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry will host a large-scale exhibition with 150 stands demonstrating the achievements of the country's urban development policy, and the Olympia Hotel will host a business programme with the participation of representatives of the government, international organizations and the business community. The organisers are the Khakimlik of Ashgabat together with leading ministries and agencies of the country. The conference, held in the International Year of Peace and Confidence, underlines Turkmenistan's commitment to the development of international cooperation and demonstrates the investment potential of the capital..
Ashgabat launches a project to create a national system of animal records
21.05.2025An organisational seminar dedicated to the launch of a joint project of the Government of Turkmenistan and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) on the development of the National Animal Identification and Traceability System (NAITS) was held in the capital's Archabil Hotel on 20 May this year. This is reported by the IIC. At the event, Head of the International and Scientific Relations Department of the State Veterinary Service Arslan Soltanmyradov emphasised the strategic importance of creating a modern system of animal records for the development of the veterinary service and agriculture of the country. He noted that the implementation of the project corresponds to the tasks set by the leadership of Turkmenistan to modernise the agrarian sector and increase the export potential of livestock products. FAO international experts Eran Reisman and Dragan Angelovski presented world practices of building animal identification systems to the participants of the seminar. During the discussions, special attention was paid to the development of the regulatory framework, creation of a digital platform and training of personnel to work with the new system.
A regional training programme for young diplomats was held in Ashgabat
21.05.2025A regional training programme for young diplomats from Central Asian countries was held in Ashgabat from 12 to 16 May. The organisers were the Office of the UN Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan and the Government of Turkmenistan with the support of the Swiss and Italian Embassies and UNFPA. The IIC of Turkmenistan reports. The training took place at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and brought together 26 participants from five countries of the region. For five days, the young diplomats practised skills in international relations, gender equality, sustainable development and climate negotiations. The programme included lectures, seminars and simulation exercises. Senior representatives of Turkmenistan, the UN and diplomatic missions spoke at the opening ceremony. At the end of the training, participants expanded their knowledge of the UN system, strengthened their professional skills and laid the foundation for future co-operation.
An image of the Turkmen flag adorned Kuala Lumpur's central square
20.05.2025In honour of the Constitution Day and the State Flag of Turkmenistan, as well as to mark the 30th anniversary of the country's neutrality and the International Year of Peace and Trust, a special action is being held at the central Independence Square (Merdeka Square) in Kuala Lumpur on 19-20 May. This is reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. On the initiative of the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Malaysia, images of the State Flag of Turkmenistan and the official logo of 2025 are being displayed on a giant screen. The event is particularly significant due to the fact that it is being held in one of the main squares of Malaysia, where the most important state events are traditionally celebrated. This symbolic gesture reflects Malaysia's support for Turkmenistan's peace initiatives in the international arena and testifies to the strong friendly relations between the two countries.
Turkmenistan solemnly celebrated Constitution and State Flag Day
19.05.2025On 18 May, Turkmenistan celebrated Constitution and State Flag Day, one of the most important state holidays of the country. Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, members of the Government, parliamentarians and diplomatic corps attended the ceremonies in Ashgabat. This is reported by IIC. The central event was the laying of flowers at the Constitution Monument and the Main Flagpole of the country. In his festive address, the Head of state emphasised that the Constitution serves as the basis of sovereignty and prosperity of Turkmenistan, while the State Flag embodies the independence, neutrality and rich cultural heritage of the Turkmen people. Special attention was paid to the constitutional principle that the human being is the supreme value of society. The President of Turkmenistan noted that all the country's achievements are aimed at the well-being of its citizens. The symbolism of the State Flag of Turkmenistan reflects the key values: life and peace, unity of regions, rich cultural traditions and neutral status of the country. The festive events ended with a colourful concert in the amphitheatre of the Ashgabat Park, where the leading creative groups of the country performed. This day was a vivid manifestation of the unity of the people and respect for national symbols.
In honour of the Constitution and Flag Day of Turkmenistan, a creative delegation visited Iran
18.05.2025On the eve of the National Holidays - Constitution Day and the State Flag of Turkmenistan - the Turkmen creative delegation paid a visit to the Gulistan Province of the Islamic Republic of Iran. This is reported by the IIC. The trip was timed to honour the memory of great poets - Magtymguly Pyragy and his father Dovletmammad Azadi. The key point of the visit was a pilgrimage to the village of Aktokai, where the burial places of the outstanding poets are located. The programme of the visit also included a visit to the city of Gorgan, which was another manifestation of mutual respect and historically strong cultural ties between the peoples of Turkmenistan and Iran.
A conference in honour of the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality was held in Moscow
18.05.2025Moscow hosted the international conference ‘Linking Times and Civilisations’ timed to mark the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality. The event, organised with the assistance of the Embassy of Turkmenistan at the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences, brought together scientists, orientalists, archaeologists and ethnographers from different scientific institutions. This was reported by the press service of the Turkmen diplomatic mission. The participants stressed the importance of preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of Turkmenistan, including the monuments of Gonur-Depe and Nisa. They noted the country's active cooperation with foreign scientific centres and the contribution of the Turkmen people to the development of world civilization. This heritage, it was stated, contributes to the strengthening of international interaction. The representative of the Turkmen diplomatic mission stressed that Turkmenistan's neutrality is a continuation of historical traditions of peacefulness and mutual respect, especially relevant in the current International Year of Peace and Trust.
Turkmen and Chinese scientists discussed joint projects to fight desertification
18.05.2025A working meeting with a delegation of scientists from the Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography of the Chinese Academy of Sciences was held in the conference hall of the National Institute of Deserts, Flora and Fauna of the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan. The Chinese delegation was headed by the director of the Institute, Professor Abuduwaili Jilili. This is reported by the Internet publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. During the meeting, the sides exchanged information on current research and outlined directions for joint work. The presentations of the two countries' specialists provoked a lively discussion, during which the scientists discussed key issues of desert science, including methods of developing arid territories, combating desertification and fixing mobile sands. Turkmen specialists presented their latest developments in the field of environmental management, which could be useful for their Chinese colleagues. In turn, the guests shared innovative approaches to utilising resources of desert ecosystems and restoring their ecological balance. As part of the visit, the Chinese delegation visited the experimental sites of the Institute, including the Karrykul site in the Central Karakums. Here, the scientists inspected man-made plantings of pistachio adapted to local conditions, and also studied phytomelioration methods used to fix barchans.
The 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality was celebrated in Stavropol Krai
18.05.2025On 16 May 2025, a solemn event dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust and the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality was held in the village of Edelbay in the Astrakhan district of the Stavropol Krai. The event was organised by the Consulate of Turkmenistan in the Russian Federation (Astrakhan) and secondary school No. 14 of Edelbay village. This is reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The holiday began with a ceremony of laying flowers at the monument of the great Turkmen poet and thinker Magtymguly Pyragy, whose work symbolises the spiritual values and wisdom of the Turkmen people. The event was attended by representatives of the district administration, cultural and educational figures, as well as students from Turkmenistan studying in Russia. As part of the programme, the guests presented vivid creative numbers: poems, folk songs, dances and musical compositions reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Turkmenistan. At the end of the concert, the most active participants were awarded with memorable gifts from the Consulate of Turkmenistan.
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