At the 82nd meeting of the CIS Council on Railway Transport, trilateral talks were held between the Heads of the railway administrations of Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan and Iran. The main topic was the development of the international transport corridor ‘Uzbekistan-Turkmenistan-Iran’, which opens up new opportunities for freight transport to Europe. This was reported by the online publication TerraNews. The participants discussed specific measures to increase freight traffic and optimise logistics processes. The talks resulted in the signing of a protocol confirming further cooperation between the parties. Experts noted the growing role of Central Asia in the formation of alternative transport routes between Asia and Europe. Thanks to their favourable geographical location, the countries of the region are becoming an important transit hub in international supply chains, connecting China and other Asian countries with the markets of the European Union.
On Saturday, 14 June, the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan (SCRMET) held a trading session, which resulted in a total volume of transactions amounting to 987 million 278 thousand 565 manats. According to the exchange's press service, participants in the auction showed particular interest in several key commodity items. This was reported by the online publication ‘Business Turkmenistan’. On the domestic market, local entrepreneurs actively purchased road bitumen of the ‘BND 60/90’ brand, technical iodine of the highest category ‘A’, technical carbon of the ‘Y-354’ brand and high-quality fine-grained potassium chloride. These materials are in steady demand among Turkmen industrial enterprises and construction companies. Representatives of Turkish business circles concluded a deal to purchase BND 60/90 petroleum road bitumen worth 440,000 US dollars. A total of 16 deals were concluded during Saturday's trading. At the end of the week, the exchange turnover amounted to 2 million 283 thousand 790 US dollars and 1 billion 139 million 682 thousand 165 manats.
The Magtymguly National Music and Drama Theatre is preparing the premiere of the play ‘Gurbannazar Ezizov,’ dedicated to the life and work of the outstanding Turkmen poet. The production, based on a play by brothers Hydyr and Ilyas Amangeldiyev, reveals Ezizov's fate through the prism of his poems, memories and mystical premonitions. This was reported by IIC. The Amangeldiyev brothers, who grew up next door to the poet's family, incorporated their personal impressions and stories heard first-hand into the play. Gurbannazar Ezizov was a happy man – talented, loved and recognised. But there was one unfulfilled dream in his life: a son. And fate decreed that a boy was born forty days after his father's death. Director Mekan Jumabayev, immersed in Ezizov's poetry, discovered disturbing hints of his early departure. This became the key idea of the play. The plot begins with a childhood episode when little Gurbannazar stopped his father from cutting up the funeral bier, a symbol of death kept in his grandfather's house, for firewood. This moment later resurfaces at the end of the poet's life when the angel of death appears before him, allowing him to review his entire life. Viewers will see key moments in Ezizov's life: his student years, military service, marriage, and warm family scenes with his daughters. Particularly impressive is the episode at the art council, where the poet is reprimanded for the dark themes in his work. But his friends, including composer Nury Halmammedov and singer Atageldi Garyagdyev, always supported him. The musical component of the performance plays a special role: instead of dialogue, we hear Ezizov's poems and songs, including the famous ‘Türkmen sährasy’ performed by Bayramhan Gayirov. This is not just a production – it is a poetic journey where life and creativity merge together.
The Turkmenistan youth team (under 20) drew 1-1 with Uzbekistan in the Central Asian Football Association (CAFA) championship, which is being held in the Tajik cities of Gissar and Tursunzade. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. Turkmen footballers started the match with strong pressure and opened the scoring in the 15th second. Veysigeldi Orazdurdyev intercepted the ball, beat two defenders and scored with a precise shot, setting a tournament record for the fastest goal. However, in the 6th minute, defender Akmuhamet Amanov carelessly deflected the ball into his own net, equalising the score. This is the second match for the Turkmen team in the tournament. In their first game, they lost to Iran 0-1. Now, to advance to the bronze medal match, Iran must defeat Uzbekistan by at least two goals in the final round. In Group A, Afghanistan lost to Tajikistan (0-2) and Kyrgyzstan (0-3) and is out of the running for a medal. The winner of the group will now be decided in the match between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan. The group winners will meet in the final, while the runners-up will compete for bronze. There will also be a consolation match for fifth and sixth place.
Deputy Minister of Labour and Social Protection of the Population of Turkmenistan Halbibi Tachjanova took part in the second meeting of ministers responsible for family and social policy of the Organisation of Turkic States (OTS) held in Baku. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The meeting was also attended by representatives of Azerbaijan, Turkey, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, as well as OTS Secretary General Kubanychbek Omuraliev. Participants discussed issues related to strengthening the institution of the family, combating early marriage and preserving traditional values. In her speech, Halbibi Tachjanova noted that Turkmenistan pays special attention to involving women in the socio-economic life of the country, ensuring gender equality and protecting women's rights. A joint declaration was adopted at the end of the meeting.
At a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan held on 13 June, Deputy Prime Minister B. Annamammedov presented a report on the activities of the enterprises of the State Concern ‘Türkmenhimiýa’. This was reported by TDH. According to the report, steps are currently being taken to ensure the stable and uninterrupted operation of chemical production facilities. President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasised the importance of the efficient operation of mineral fertiliser plants, as well as the importance of timely supply of products to the agricultural sector. The Head of the industry has been instructed to continue modernising the production infrastructure and ensure full utilisation of the enterprises' capacities.
Turkmen MMA fighter Abdulla Babayev has reached the final stages of his preparations for the fourth match of the Fight Nights promotion to be held in Ulyanovsk (Russia) on 20 June. Babayev spoke about this in an interview with Turkmenportal. The training camp is being held at the Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov Hall in Makhachkala. The 24-year-old fighter is being trained by former UFC lightweight champion Habib Nurmagomedov. ‘Habib is personally overseeing my training,’ said Babayev. High-level athletes are also participating in the preparations: current UFC champion Islam Makhachev and Umar and Usman Nurmagomedov. Babayev's opponent will be Russian fighter Habib Guseynov. The Turkmen athlete stated that his sole goal is victory. Babayev has three wins in three matches under the Fight Nights organisation. His goal is to secure the championship belt in this organisation.
Ceremonies were held in Ashgabat to honour graduates of the Military Academy, the Military Institute of the Ministry of Defence of Turkmenistan named after Saparmyrat Turkmenbashi the Great, the Border Institute, the Institute of National Security and the Institute of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, as well as the Military Medical Faculty of the State Medical University named after Myrat Garryev. This was reported by the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The celebrations began with the laying of flowers at the monuments to Berdimuhamed Annayev and Malikguly Berdimuhamedov, as well as at the monuments of the ‘Halk hakydasy’ Memorial Complex. The main part of the celebration took place on the square near the Constitution Monument. Young officers received diplomas and badges and took the oath of allegiance. The President of Turkmenistan, Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the country, General of the Army Serdar Berdimuhamedov, addressed the graduates with a congratulatory speech. The address emphasised the role of military educational institutions in training personnel to defend independence, neutrality and law and order. The modernisation of the military education system, the introduction of new technologies and the importance of patriotic education were also noted. The festive atmosphere was complemented by performances by creative groups and demonstrations by the Honour Guard. The celebration ended with a parade of cadets. The participants expressed their gratitude to the Head of State for his support and attention to military personnel and promised to serve Turkmenistan with honour.
On 13 June, the Turkmen film ‘Kitap’ (‘Book’), produced by the Oguzhan Turkmenfilm Association in 2024, was screened at the TSUM cinema in Bishkek. The film was included in the competition programme of the III Bishkek International Film Festival in the Central Asian cinema section, according to the news website TerraNews. The film was directed by Hekim Alovov, and the screenplay is based on the novel of the same name by Nurmyrat Saryhanov. The music for the film was composed by Rovshen Nepesov. The plot tells the story of the elderly Velmyrat Aga, who lives a secluded life in the mountains. His journey is a reflection on spiritual values, labour and the meaning of life, reflecting the moral foundations of Turkmen culture. The film stars Muhammetmyrat Atayev, Chary Yakubov, Annageldi Orazgeldiyev and Suleyman Eminov. This year, the Bishkek Film Festival brought together participants from 33 countries. The programme includes 40 films and special screenings of French and German cinema. The closing ceremony and awards ceremony are scheduled for 15 June.
On 14 June, a nationwide blood donation campaign was launched in Turkmenistan to mark World Blood Donor Day. The campaign is being held under the slogan ‘Give blood, give hope: together we save lives’ and covers medical institutions throughout the country. This was reported by the news agency Orient. The key event was the start of the donation campaign at the International Centre for Surgery and Endocrinology in Ashgabat, where medical workers from the capital's clinics joined in to donate blood. The campaign was organised by the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan and the Blood Centre under the Directorate of Infectious Disease Centres.
Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA) and Turkish Airlines have organised a familiarisation trip to Antalya for representatives of ten travel agencies from Turkmenistan. This was reported by the news agency Orient. As part of the ‘Sea, Sand and Sun’ programme, participants visited eight high-class hotels and explored the region's natural, historical and cultural attractions. In addition, Turkmen specialists held business meetings with representatives of the Turkish tourism industry and sampled the local cuisine.
At the auction of the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan (SCRMET) held on 14 June, 16 deals were concluded for a total amount of 987 million 278 thousand 565 manats. This was reported by the press service of the SCRMET of Turkmenistan. As part of domestic trading, Turkmen entrepreneurs purchased a number of industrial goods, including road bitumen grade ‘BND 60/90’, technical iodine grade ‘A’, technical carbon grade ‘Y-354’ and fine-grained potassium chloride. Representatives of Turkish business circles purchased oil road bitumen of the same brand worth 440 thousand US dollars.