The National Museum of Turkmen Carpet held a traditional exhibition dedicated to the Turkmen Carpet Holiday. It is reported by the state news agency TDH. According to the source, the programme of the event included performances of creative groups and reading out a congratulatory message from the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. The celebration was attended by dignitaries and diplomats. The best craftswomen were awarded for their contribution to the preservation of traditions. In addition, the Assembly of the World Society of Turkmen Carpet Connoisseurs was held to discuss the history, ornamentation and modern trends of carpet weaving.
At the auction of the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan on 24 May, representatives of business circles from Singapore purchased urea B grade from the State Concern ‘Turkmenhimiya’. It is reported by the website of the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan. According to the source, in the domestic market, the Turkmen businessmen concluded a deal with the Ministry of Textile Industry for the purchase of cotton fabric and various cotton waste. The total amount of 3 deals concluded during the bidding was more than 800 thousand manat and 289 million USD.
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov has sent a congratulatory message to President of Georgia Mikhail Kavelashvili on the occasion of Independence Day. It is reported by the state news agency TDH. In his message, Serdar Berdimuhamedov wished the President of Georgia good health and wellbeing, and the people of Georgia peace, sustainable development and prosperity.
Outstanding carpet weavers were honoured in Turkmenistan within the framework of the state policy on preservation and development of the national cultural heritage. By the Decree of the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, outstanding carpet weavers of the country were awarded the honourable title ‘Türkmenistanyň at gazanan halyçysy’ ('Honored Carpet Maker of Turkmenistan'). It is reported by the state news agency TDH. According to the document, this measure is timed to coincide with the Turkmen Carpet Holiday and is aimed at recognising the significant contribution of carpet weavers to the preservation and development of the ancient art of carpet weaving - an important part of the world cultural heritage and the pride of the Turkmen people. The Decree emphasises professionalism, many years of diligent labour and artistic skills displayed in creating famous Turkmen carpets, which are famous far beyond the borders of the country.
The state concern ‘Türkmenhimiýa’ has made an important step in the development of the country's chemical industry by signing a large-scale contract with the South Korean company ‘Daewoo Engineering & Construction Co., Ltd’. The agreement provides for the design and construction of a modern production complex to produce mineral fertilisers on the basis of Turkmenabat Chemical Plant. This project will significantly increase the production capacity of the enterprise and expand the range of products. It is reported by IIC. The agreement demonstrates active development of Turkmenistan's international partnership in one of the key sectors of the economy. The project of the chemical complex in Turkmenabat is especially important for the agricultural sector of the country, as it will provide Turkmenistan's agrarians with quality fertilizers of local production. The concluded contract became another evidence of successful implementation of Turkmenistan's strategy to attract advanced foreign technologies and experience for the development of the national industry. It is expected that the implementation of the construction project will make a significant contribution to the economic development of the country.
On 24 May, Ashgabat hosted the grand opening of the XXIV International Universal Exhibition-Conference ‘White City Ashgabat’ organised by the capital's Mayor and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan. The event has become one of the key events in the celebration of the City Day, bringing together leading enterprises of the country to demonstrate innovative achievements. It is reported by the Internet publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The stand of 'Aýdyň Gijeler', a company specialising in electronics, aroused special interest among visitors. The guests of the exhibition were able to appreciate the new line of portable tablets based on Android with screen diagonals of 10, 12 and 13 inches. The devices are equipped with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of built-in storage, and also come with a convenient removable keyboard case, which makes them an excellent choice for work and travelling. The real hit of the exposition was the Aygul robot - an experimental model with artificial intelligence capable of maintaining a dialogue in the Turkmen language. The robot not only answered visitors' questions, but also talked about the company's products in an interactive format. According to 'Aýdyň Gijeler' representatives, they plan to expand the robot's functionality in the future.
Ashgabat has taken an important step in modernising its urban economy by signing a $60 million contract with the Chinese company Zoomlion. Under the agreement, the capital of Turkmenistan will receive a fleet of specialised vehicles capable of working in extreme conditions - in 45-degree heat and sandstorms. It is reported by the Internet publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. Of particular importance is the establishment of a local service centre that will provide round-the-clock support for the equipment. Director of ‘Changsha Zoomlion Environmental Industry Co., Ltd’ Mr Fu Qu stressed on the margins of the conference ‘White City Ashgabat’ that this large-scale project opens a new page in cooperation between Turkmenistan and China. It will be an important step in the implementation of the ‘One Belt, One Road’ initiative, demonstrating a successful example of technological partnership between the two countries. In the future, co-operation can be expanded by sharing experience and introducing additional innovative solutions for the smart city.
The ‘Nebitgazburawlaýyş’ Trust of the ‘Turkmennebit’ State Concern continues to make a significant contribution to the implementation of the ‘Programme for the Development of the Oil and Gas Industry of Turkmenistan until 2030.’ According to the electronic newspaper ‘Nebit-gaz,’ geological exploration and drilling works are actively carried out at a number of sites in the Balkan province. Based on the data published on the official website of the Concern, in January-April 2025, the specialists of the trust have drilled 55,910 metres of underground rocks, which is 100.4% of the planned indicator. Thirteen wells were put into operation, of which four wells were commissioned in April alone. Subdivisions of the Drilling Operations Department are also demonstrating productive dynamics: Drillers of the Drilling Department ‘Nebitdag’: 10,357 metres of drilling, five productive wells. Drillers of the Drilling Department ‘Goturdepe’: overfulfilment of the plan by 2,606 metres, drilling of four wells was completed. Drillers of the Drilling Department ‘Körpeje’: over 11,000 metres of drilling, three wells completed. Drillers of the Drilling Department ‘Ekerem’: 112 per cent of plan fulfilment, one well commissioned. The source notes that these results emphasise the high production discipline and technical equipment of the drilling teams, which make a significant contribution to building up the country's resource base.
Within the framework of the International Conference ‘White City Ashgabat - 2025’, Rector of the Turkmen State Institute of Architecture and Construction Batyr Mammedov shared the success of the university in training specialists in the construction industry. He noted that the Institute is actively involved in the implementation of large-scale projects of the country, including the development of the ‘smart city’ Arkadag and the creation of new educational spaces. It is reported by IIC. Special attention in the speech was paid to the innovative developments of the institute - from unique building materials to digital solutions for smart cities. The rector emphasised that the construction of a new modern campus in Ashgabat will allow bringing the training of specialists to a new level. Mammedov expressed the institute's readiness for international co-operation, noting that joint projects will facilitate the exchange of experience and create new opportunities for students and teachers.
At the ‘White City Ashgabat’ Conference, Turkmenistan's Minister of Construction and Architecture Abdulla Geldiyev spoke in detail about the country's large-scale infrastructure projects. Special attention was paid to the construction of key transport arteries, including the Turkmenbashi-Garabogaz-Kazakhstan international motorway and the Ashgabat-Turkmenabat high-speed railway. It is reported by IIC. The Minister noted that Turkmenistan is actively introducing advanced technologies of road construction, cooperating with the world's leading manufacturers of specialised equipment. These projects not only improve transport connectivity within the country, but also strengthen the position of Turkmenistan as an important link in international transport corridors. At the end of his speech, Abdulla Geldiyev invited foreign partners to participate in the implementation of infrastructure projects, stressing their importance for the development of regional cooperation.
Within the framework of the International Conference ‘White City Ashgabat - 2025’, Vadim Skorobogatko, Director of ‘BVS Construction Limited’, shared his vision of modern urban development. He noted that the Turkmen capital demonstrates a successful example of integration of technologies and environmentally friendly solutions into the urban environment. It is reported by the IIC. Special attention in his speech was paid to the importance of public-private partnership for the implementation of large-scale infrastructure projects. The company is ready to offer Ashgabat international experience in creating ‘smart’ transport systems and effective solutions for urban economy. Vadim Skorobogatko emphasised that the White City Ashgabat concept successfully combines technological progress with care for future generations, creating a model of sustainable development for the entire region.
Vladimir Petruk, Managing Director of Interbudmontazh, spoke at the XXIV International Exhibition and Conference ‘White City Ashgabat’. He thanked the leadership of Turkmenistan for the opportunity to participate in the authoritative international platform, which promotes the development of partnerships and exchange of professional experience, IIC reports. The initiative to build an underground in Ashgabat was highlighted among the promising areas. Petruk recalled that on the instructions of the President of Turkmenistan in 2014 the development of a feasibility study of the project with the involvement of Japanese, Austrian and American specialists was launched. The planned metro is seen as an element of a sustainable transport system capable of connecting Ashgabat with the new city of Arkadag in the future. In addition, the company is taking part in the construction of a regulating hydraulic structure on the Karakum Canal in partnership with the Australian firm Rubicon. The aim of the project is to ensure sustainable water supply to the capital and support the development of agriculture in the country. In conclusion, Vladimir Petruk expressed interest in further participation of Interbudmontazh in key infrastructure initiatives of Turkmenistan. He stressed the importance of a systematic project approach taking into account the seismic conditions of the region, and also noted that such forums as ‘White City Ashgabat’ serve as a catalyst for major projects and expand the horizons of international cooperation.