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Turkmenistan widely celebrated Culture and Art Workers' Day
28.06.2025On 27 June, Turkmenistan celebrated the Day of Workers of Culture and Art and the poetry of Magtymguly Pyragy. The week of culture dedicated to this date ended with a gala concert of masters of the arts in the ‘Türkmeniň ak öýi’ building in the ‘Nowruz ýaýlasy’ valley of the Ak Bugday etrap of the Ahal velayat, according to the state news agency TDH. Throughout the week, exhibitions, concerts, theatre performances, conferences, seminars and creative evenings were held in different parts of the country. Both stage artists and young representatives of the cultural sphere took part in them. Special attention was paid to the creative legacy of the great poet and humanist Magtymguly Pyragy. At the foot of the monument built in Ashgabat, a flower-laying ceremony was held with the participation of members of the Mejlis, representatives of public associations, the media and students. The central event was a festive concert featuring performances by folk and distinguished artists, folklore and dance groups. A special place in the programme was given to compositions based on poems by Magtymguly Pyragy and the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, as well as the traditional dance kushtdepdi, included in the UNESCO list of intangible cultural heritage.
Rare caracal offspring recorded for the first time in Turkmenistan
28.06.2025An international group of researchers has recorded the first appearance of a caracal cub in the Garabogazgol basin. The unique images were captured using camera traps as part of a joint project between the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland and Team Bars Turkmenistan, according to the news website Turkmenportal. The discovery confirms the reproduction of this rare species in the country and marks the northernmost point where caracals have been recorded in Turkmenistan. Caracals are rare and elusive predators that play an important role in the region's ecosystem. The population has been monitored since 2024 and covers key natural areas, including the Kaplankyr Nature Reserve and the Ustyurt Plateau.
The leadership of the Football Federation of Turkmenistan participated in the FIFA summit in Miami
28.06.2025The FIFA Executive Football Summit 2025 was held in Miami (USA), attended by the Chairman of the Football Federation of Turkmenistan, Guvanchmuhammet Ovekov, and the Secretary General of the FFT, Serdar Geldiyev. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. According to the source, the event brought together FIFA leadership, representatives of continental confederations and national federations. Issues related to the development of football were discussed, including digital technologies such as FIFA Connect, the promotion of women's and youth football, preparations for international tournaments and the format of the new Club World Cup. The participants paid special attention to the FIFA Arena project, which aims to create mini-football pitches around the world. The Football Federation of Turkmenistan expressed its readiness to participate in this initiative.
Head of Turkmenistan Customs Service Meets with WCO Secretary General
28.06.2025During a working visit to Brussels, the Chairman of the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan, Maksat Hudaykuliev, met with the Secretary General of the World Customs Organisation (WCO), Ian Saunders. The meeting was also attended by Sapar Palvanov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Belgium, according to the news website Turkmenportal. M. Hudaykuliev confirmed his desire to expand cooperation with WCO, including projects on risk management and staff training. Special attention was paid to the training centre at the State Customs Service, which has been granted the status of a regional training centre. The ambassador conveyed official invitations to the Secretary General of the WCO to attend the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries and the High-Level Dialogue on Peace. The Secretary General of the Organization accepted both invitations and confirmed his participation in the August forum. In addition, Mr. Saunders noted Turkmenistan's contribution to the development of the customs sector.
A university for industrialists and entrepreneurs has been established in Turkmenistan
28.06.2025On 27 June, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a Decree establishing the International University of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The decision was made as part of the implementation of the ‘Programme of the President of Turkmenistan for the Socio-Economic Development of the Country in 2022-2028’ and is aimed at supporting the business sector and developing a system for training qualified personnel. According to the document, the decision of the Board of the Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs of Turkmenistan to establish a new higher education institution has been approved. The Ministry of Education has been instructed to provide comprehensive support in organisational and legal matters, including the development of the charter, licensing and state accreditation in accordance with the established procedure. The new university will train specialists in accordance with international educational standards. The start of student enrolment is scheduled for the 2025–2026 academic year. It is also planned to attract foreign teachers and experts to improve the quality of the educational process. It is planned to determine the areas of training, approve curricula and tuition fees.
Turkmenistan and Japan discussed aspects of economic cooperation
28.06.2025On 27 June, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a meeting with Hiroyuki Tsubai, member of the Board of Directors, Executive Vice President of ITOCHU Corporation, President of the machine-building company, and Chairman of the Japan-Turkmenistan Economic Cooperation Committee. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The guest expressed gratitude for the reception and noted the interest of Japanese business in cooperation with Turkmenistan, emphasising the favourable investment climate in the country. In turn, the Head of State confirmed the strategic nature of Turkmen-Japanese relations based on mutual respect. The President of Turkmenistan recalled his visit to Japan in April, during which important agreements were reached, including Turkmenistan's participation in the ‘Expo 2025’. H.Tsubai, in turn, emphasised the significance of the initiatives put forward by the President during those talks and reported on steps to implement them. The sides discussed the current state and prospects of economic cooperation. Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted the contribution of Japanese companies, including ITOCHU Corporation, to Turkmenistan's industry and expressed readiness to expand partnership, especially in new areas. At the end of the meeting, the President of Turkmenistan thanked the Executive Vice President of ITOCHU Corporation for his contribution to strengthening bilateral ties and wished him success in his future work.
The President of Turkmenistan met with the Head of ‘Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd.’
28.06.2025On 27 June, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a meeting with Kenji Sanada, Executive Director of ‘Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd.’ This was reported by the state news agency TDH. Mr. Sanada expressed his gratitude for the reception and noted that favourable business conditions in Turkmenistan and the country's achievements in economic modernisation are important for his company. He also congratulated the President of Turkmenistan on the second anniversary of the city of Arkadag. During the meeting, the parties emphasised the high level of trade and economic cooperation between Turkmenistan and Japan, including the active participation of Japanese companies in the development of mutual projects. The Head of State noted Turkmenistan's openness to new areas of partnership with ‘Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd.’ and expressed confidence in the further development of mutually beneficial cooperation.
Turkmenistan Aviation School receives international ICAO certification
28.06.2025The aviation personnel training school of the ‘Türkmenhowaýollary’ agency has reached an important professional milestone by receiving the ‘Trainair Plus’ certificate from the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO). This prestigious certificate opens up new opportunities for training aviation specialists not only at the national level, but also internationally. This was reported by the IIC. At a government meeting, the Director General of the Transport and Communications Agency, M. Chakyev, presented a report on the significance of this achievement. Obtaining the certificate will allow the introduction of modern international training standards, expand cooperation with foreign aviation centres and organise specialised courses under the auspices of the ICAO in 2025. President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov supported the initiative to develop the training centre, noting the strategic importance of training highly qualified personnel for the country's civil aviation. The Head of State instructed to ensure the systematic implementation of educational programmes in accordance with international requirements.
Turkmen and Indian analysts discussed prospects for cooperation
28.06.2025Employees of the Scientific Centre for Strategic Studies at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan held an introductory online meeting with representatives of the Global South Centre of Excellence ‘DAKSHIN’ from India. This meeting was the latest in a series of meetings aimed at establishing working and business contacts between Turkmen analysts and their foreign colleagues, according to the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. During the meeting, Professor Gulshan Sachdeva presented the activities of the DAKSHIN Centre and expressed readiness for mutual cooperation. In turn, Shiri Shiriev, Head of the Scientific Centre for Strategic Studies of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan, outlined the institute's capabilities and proposed areas for joint research. The parties noted their interest in continuing the dialogue, especially in the context of the topics discussed at the fourth meeting of the ‘Central Asia – India’ Dialogue, held on 6 June in New Delhi. At the end of the meeting, the participants expressed their intention to formalise cooperation through relevant documents for the development of mutually beneficial relations between Turkmenistan and India.
Universities of Turkmenistan and the Republic of Korea signed a Memorandum of Understanding
28.06.2025On 25 June, the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages and the Kangwon National University of the Republic of Korea signed a Memorandum of Understanding. This event marked an important step in strengthening cooperation between Turkmenistan and the Republic of Korea in the field of science and education, according to the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. During the signing ceremony, the parties outlined plans to exchange experience and methodological materials, implement joint scientific and educational projects, improve the qualifications of teachers, and organise academic exchanges. Turkmenistan and Korea continue to develop fruitful cooperation based on mutual respect and trust, paying special attention to joint programmes and strengthening ties between scientific and educational institutions of the two countries. The event was held at a high organisational level in the format of a video conference.
A delegation from Turkmenistan took part in a conference in Khanty-Mansiysk
28.06.2025A delegation from Turkmenistan took part in the VII International Conference ‘Information and Communication in the Digital Age’, which was held from 25 to 27 June in Khanty-Mansiysk as part of the XVI International IT Forum and UNESCO's intergovernmental programme ‘Information for All’. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The conference was attended by about 120 delegates from more than 40 countries, including experts in the field of IT, politics, scientists, journalists, as well as representatives of educational and cultural institutions. The Turkmen delegation included Esen Hojaguliyev, a lecturer at the Institute of Telecommunications and Informatics of Turkmenistan, as well as representatives of Turkmen public organisations Begmuhammet Meredov and Kadyr Amandurdyev. The event included plenary meetings, sessions and round tables on issues related to digitalisation, the development of artificial intelligence, information security, cyber hygiene and cultural diversity in the digital age.
Turkmenistan and UKEF discuss prospects for economic cooperation
28.06.2025On 27 June 2025, a working meeting was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan between Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs M. Byashimova and a delegation from the British export finance agency UK Export Finance (UKEF), led by Regional Director for Turkey, Eastern Europe and Central Asia Shebnem Alp. This was reported by the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. During the talks, the interlocutors discussed topical issues of bilateral cooperation in the trade, economic and investment spheres. Particular attention was paid to specific infrastructure and export-oriented projects of mutual interest. Deputy Minister M. Byashimova noted the significant potential for expanding partnership between Turkmenistan and the United Kingdom in the context of sustainable economic development. In turn, UKEF representatives expressed their readiness for further dialogue and the search for effective mechanisms for implementing joint initiatives. At the end of the meeting, the parties confirmed their mutual interest in strengthening cooperation and agreed to continue working on the implementation of promising projects.
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