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LLDC 3 in Turkmenistan: towards sustainable development and cooperation
16.07.2025The Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC 3) will be held on the Caspian coast in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone from 4 to 8 August. Preparations for the forum are in full swing, according to the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. Over the course of five days, participants will enjoy a packed programme covering political, economic and cultural issues. Plenary sessions, high-level forums, round tables and national days for Central Asian countries are planned. Special attention will be paid to the role of parliaments, civil society and young people in promoting sustainable development. The Youth Forum will be a platform for presenting initiatives and ideas aimed at overcoming the challenges faced by landlocked countries. Delegations from 32 countries, representatives of the UN, international organisations, parliaments, financial institutions and the private sector are expected to attend. The conference coincides with the International Year of Peace and Trust and the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality. The forum in Avaza will be an important platform for discussing ways to integrate and promote sustainable development in these countries.
Turkish Airlines partners awarded in Ashgabat
16.07.2025A ceremony was held in Ashgabat to award Turkish Airlines partner agencies that achieved high results in 2024. The event was attended by representatives of the Turkish diplomatic mission, airline management and regional partners, according to the news website TerraNews. Among the guests of honour were Turkish Ambassador to Turkmenistan Ahmet Demirok, Turkish Airlines Regional Director Sinan Dilek and Cultural and Tourism Counsellor at the Turkish Embassy in Turkmenistan Mehmet Yasa. Participants were shown a video about the airline's successes, followed by a gala dinner. The main part of the programme was the presentation of awards to the best agencies: first place went to ‘Dünýä Ulag Hyzmatlary’, second place to ‘Eşretli Syýahat’, and third place to ‘Lebap Syýahat’. Seven other agencies received diplomas for successful cooperation. At the end of the ceremony, guests were given a chance to win tickets for flights from Ashgabat to Istanbul, and the event concluded with a group photo and words of gratitude from the organisers.
Ashgabat is preparing to host the Second International Kids Expo 2025
16.07.2025Preparations are in full swing for the Second International Kids Expo 2025 exhibition and fair, which will be held in the capital of Turkmenistan from 21 to 23 August. This was reported by the online news resource TerraNews. The organisers note a steady growth in interest from domestic and foreign companies, which is confirmed by the rapid reduction in the number of available exhibition spaces. The forum promises to be a large-scale and eventful event with a varied interactive programme. Among the key events are spectacular shows, including international dance performances and a children's fashion show by the ‘Miras’ fashion house. Visitors will have access to themed areas: - VR space with educational tours; - A science laboratory with practical experiments in physics, chemistry and biology; - A cyber zone with robotics demonstrations, 3D projects and AI interactives; - Master classes in decorative and applied arts, toy making, make-up and hairdressing; - Sports area with mini-football and archery; - Culinary fair with master classes from ‘Melburn’ and ‘Dolce Mia’; - Ethnographic village with live music and craft presentations. Kids Expo 2025 will cover a wide range of industries, including baby food and healthy lifestyles, literature and reading, furniture and interiors, marketing and export, educational products, fashion and style, leisure, toys, ancillary products, insurance and online services, as well as advertising and marketing solutions. The Kids Expo international exhibition is being held for the second time. The first exhibition, held in 2024, brought together 80 participants from China, the United Kingdom, Germany, Russia, the United Arab Emirates, Turkey, the United States, Canada, Portugal, Italy and Bahrain, and attracted over 10,000 visitors.
American classics will be presented in Turkmen language in Ashgabat
16.07.2025On 24 July, the capital of Turkmenistan will host a book fair dedicated to classics of American literature translated into Turkmen. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The event is organised by the US Embassy in Turkmenistan and the country's government. The event will take place at the State Library of the State Cultural Centre of Turkmenistan. Visitors will be presented with an exhibition of bilingual editions of works by American authors. The fair's programme also includes interactive quizzes and competitions, as well as a presentation of materials dedicated to the United States. Admission to the event is free.
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov arrives in Azerbaijan on a visit
16.07.2025The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, arrived in the Republic of Azerbaijan on a visit. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. Hero Arkadag was seen off at Ashgabat International Airport by officials of the country. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov's plane landed at Heydar Aliyev International Airport in Baku. The visit reflects Turkmenistan's commitment to a foreign policy based on peace and good neighbourliness. Under the leadership of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, such ties with neighbouring states are considered a priority. Relations between Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan are developing dynamically and are strategic in nature. The visit of Hero Arkadag underscores the high level of bilateral cooperation.
Turkmenistan and India discussed expanding cultural cooperation
16.07.2025On 15 July, a working meeting was held at the International Information Centre of Turkmenistan between Annasahet Kakayev, Deputy Chairman of the State Committee for Television, Radio Broadcasting and Cinematography, and Kanishka Singh, First Secretary of the Embassy of India. This was reported by the online publication AsmanNews. During the talks, the parties paid special attention to preparations for the upcoming cultural festival ‘WAVES Bazaar,’ scheduled for the end of July in Ashgabat. The prospects for expanding cooperation in the media sphere were discussed, including regular screenings of Indian films on Turkmen television, the creation of joint music programmes on radio and the implementation of film projects involving creative teams from both countries. Considerable attention was paid to the development of partnership in the digital space, including content exchange and cooperation in the field of new media. The participants of the meeting emphasised the importance of cultural dialogue as an effective tool for strengthening mutual understanding between the peoples of Turkmenistan and India. The parties expressed satisfaction with the progress of the negotiations and confirmed their intention to continue working to expand humanitarian cooperation. The meeting took place in a constructive and friendly atmosphere, demonstrating mutual interest in developing cultural ties.
Higher educational institutions of Turkmenistan have trained over 15,000 graduates
16.07.2025In the 2025 academic year, Turkmenistan's universities offered 297 specialised programmes, 176 bachelor's programmes and 24 master's programmes. This was reported by the news resource Turkmenportal with reference to the newspaper ‘Turkmenistan’. At the end of 2024, approximately 10,000 specialists received diplomas upon completion of their studies, over 4,900 bachelor's degree graduates and about 550 master's degree graduates. Among the key innovations is the first enrolment of bachelor's students at the Seyitnazar Seydi Turkmen State Pedagogical Institute, the Turkmen State Institute of Economics and Management, and the Turkmen Institute of Engineering and Transport Communications. Master's programmes were launched in 2025 at the S.A. Niyazov Turkmen Agricultural University, the Institute of International Relations of the Foreign Affairs Ministry and the Turkmen State Institute of Culture, which was an important step in expanding academic opportunities for students.
Students from Turkmenistan learn about digital technologies in Romania
16.07.2025From 1 to 21 July, students from the Institute of Telecommunications and Informatics of Turkmenistan are participating in a summer internship at the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca (Romania) as part of the Erasmus+ programme. This was reported by Orient. The internship programme includes practical training in the university's specialised laboratories, introductory visits to leading IT companies in the region, and the study of modern technologies and advanced industry solutions. Participation in the internship helps strengthen academic and professional ties between young specialists and teachers from both countries, opening up new opportunities for cooperation. This initiative is aimed at developing international educational exchanges, improving the quality of training for specialists in the field of information and communication technologies, and strengthening partnerships between educational institutions in Turkmenistan and Romania.
Turkmenistan and China expand cooperation in the field of ‘smart cities’
16.07.2025A delegation from the Ministry of Industry and Construction of Turkmenistan visited the headquarters of the Chinese company ‘Tongfang Co., Ltd.’ in Beijing. This was reported by the news agency Orient. The visit was a follow-up to agreements reached at the recent ‘China – Central Asia’ summit and is aimed at developing cooperation in the field of digital technologies and smart energy. The Turkmen side familiarised itself with Tongfang's developments in the field of ‘smart cities’ and clean energy. Company representatives emphasised their readiness to cooperate with Turkmenistan in these areas. Particular attention was paid to the exchange of experience and the development of joint projects, taking into account Turkmenistan's desire to modernise its energy structure and expand its digital infrastructure. During the meeting, the parties expressed mutual interest in strategic partnership and the development of mutually beneficial initiatives.
Young talents of Turkmenistan are invited to participate in the exhibition event
16.07.2025The China Center for International People-to-People Exchange under the Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China, in collaboration with the editorial board of the magazine ‘Class and Beyond’, has announced that it will hold an international exhibition entitled “2025 ‘China-Europe Cultural Train’ World’s Most Beautiful Children’s Painting Exhibition”. Young talents from Turkmenistan are invited to participate. This was reported by IIC of Turkmenistan. The project will be part of a large-scale initiative called ‘China-Europe Humanitarian Express’ and will be implemented using the international logistics route of the ‘China-Europe’ train. Its aim is to unite the cultures of different countries through the art and creativity of children aged 3 to 18. Participants are invited to submit their artwork — paintings, calligraphy, design, sculpture and photography — on the themes: ‘China-Europe Train’, ‘Silk Road Impressions’, ‘Civilization Dialogue’ and ‘Our Shared Home’. The best works will be included in the permanent exhibition of the project's digital cloud exhibition hall. In addition, the authors of outstanding works will have the opportunity to take part in an international tour along the China-Europe train route, where they will be able to present their works to a wide audience.
UNICEF conducted training for medical staff in Turkmenistan
16.07.2025From 24 June to 11 July, UNICEF conducted training sessions in Ashgabat and all velayats of Turkmenistan aimed at promoting respectful and non-discriminatory terminology in the field of mental health. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. The events were part of a regional project to reduce stigma surrounding mental disorders, implemented in Central Asian countries and Belarus. More than 200 healthcare workers took part in the training. The training helped them better understand how language affects perceptions of mental health and patient trust. Participants analysed stigmatising expressions, developed alternative wording, role-played situations and discussed methods for effective communication with patients and communities. Promoting inclusive language is an important step towards creating a more empathetic and accessible mental health care system. UNICEF will continue to support Turkmenistan's efforts in this area, with a particular focus on children, adolescents and vulnerable groups.
Turkmenistan delegation participates in international training in Almaty
16.07.2025A Turkmen delegation is participating in a regional training course entitled ‘Towards Respectful Care: Overcoming Gender Bias in Medical Practice,’ which is being held on 15-16 July in Almaty. The event is organised as part of the EU-supported CADAP 7 programme, according to the news website Turkmenportal. The training aims to improve the skills of healthcare workers and civil society representatives in providing gender-sensitive and trauma-informed care to women who use synthetic drugs and new psychoactive substances (NPS). The delegation includes representatives of the Ministry of Healthcare and Medical Industry, relevant universities and the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection of Turkmenistan. Participants are discussing ways to overcome stigma in medicine, develop an empathetic and professional approach to patients, and improve cross-sectoral cooperation. Particular attention is being paid to the role of men in creating a safe and respectful medical environment. The initiative is being implemented in support of Turkmenistan's national priorities for the development of an inclusive health care system.
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