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Karate fighters from Turkmenistan won 24 medals at the Central Asian Cup in Tashkent
22.08.2025From 18 to 20 August, Tashkent hosted the Central Asian Kyokushinkai Karate Cup, which was attended by about 550 athletes from eight countries. The Turkmen team won 24 medals, including 6 gold, 4 silver and 14 bronze. This was reported by IIC. Meylis Pashakuliev won the category for athletes over 18 years old weighing 80 kilograms. Medine Danatarova won among participants aged 14-15 in the weight category up to 60 kilograms. Gulshirin Orazmuradova took first place in the over-18 category weighing 65 kilograms. Ayymjan Sultanova won in the category for athletes over 18 years old weighing up to 65 kilograms. Suleyman Agamedov was the best among participants aged 16-17 in the weight category up to 60 kilograms. Seyran Potarov won in the age group over 45 years old with a weight of up to 85 kilograms. These achievements made a significant contribution to the overall success of the Turkmenistan team at the tournament. Silver medals were awarded to Kumush Genjeeva, Shahzada Menglieva, Aynur Nurjanova and Alimerden Iskanderov. The Turkmen team was represented by athletes from Ashgabat, Ahal, Mary and Dashoguz velayats, as well as students from universities across the country. The success of the Turkmen karatekas confirmed the high level of development of this sport in Turkmenistan.
Turkmenistan and Astrakhan Region expand cooperation at Caspian Media Forum
22.08.2025A meeting between representatives of Turkmenistan and regional leaders took place on the sidelines of the anniversary Caspian Media Forum in the Astrakhan Region. This was reported by IIC. Governor Igor Babushkin noted the steady growth in trade between Turkmenistan and the Astrakhan Region, which increased by 15% last year, and confirmed his readiness to further strengthen the partnership. This year, significant deliveries have already been made, including 18 tonnes of fish products and wheat flour. During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for expanding cooperation in the trade, economic and humanitarian spheres. Rustam Mammedov, Editor-in-Chief of the State Committee for Television, Radio Broadcasting and Cinematography of Turkmenistan, thanked the host side for organising the event and emphasised the importance of media interaction for strengthening bilateral relations.
Meeting of Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and Shavkat Mirziyoyev took place in Avaza
22.08.2025A meeting was held in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, and President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, who arrived in the country on a working visit to participate in the trilateral summit of Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan. This was reported by TDH. The negotiation was held in a one-on-one format, followed by an expanded meeting with the participation of delegations from both countries. It was noted that cooperation between Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan is based on strong ties of friendship and political will to develop interaction in all areas. It was emphasised that in recent years, bilateral relations have reached a qualitatively new level.
A delegation from Turkmenistan paid a working visit to Canada
22.08.2025A delegation from Turkmenistan visited Canada on a working visit, during which meetings were held with the leadership of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), representatives of the United Nations Institute for Water, Environment and Health, as well as professors from the University of Montreal and other Canadian universities. This was reported by IIC of Turkmenistan. The prospects for cooperation in the field of education and media were discussed, including the organisation of joint courses, internships and exchanges of experience in journalism. In addition, the parties exchanged views on events to mark the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality and the International Year of Peace and Trust. The participants noted the importance of international cooperation and expressed their gratitude to the leadership of Turkmenistan for its support in developing professional ties. Following the visit, initiatives were put forward to expand cooperation between the educational systems of the two countries.
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Belarus held a meeting with students of the BNTU
22.08.2025On 21 August, Nazarguly Shagulyev, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Belarus, met with Turkmen students at the Belarusian National Technical University (BNTU). The event was timed to coincide with the International Year of Peace and Trust, as well as the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality. This was reported by the news agency Orient. Before the meeting, the diplomat discussed with BNTU Vice-Rector Oleg Gusev issues of developing cooperation in the field of education and science, as well as improving conditions for students. Addressing the young people, N. Shagulyev noted the country's achievements during the years of independence, emphasised the importance of the policy of neutrality and called on students to develop patriotism, respect for traditions and a desire for self-improvement. At the end of the meeting, participants were shown video materials about Turkmenistan, and the meeting itself served as a reminder of the value of friendship and mutual trust between the two peoples.
Turkmenistan and Mari El discussed issues of trade and economic partnership
22.08.2025The Consul General of Turkmenistan in the Russian Federation (Kazan), Guych Garayev, met with the management of export companies in Mari El to discuss trade and economic cooperation with Turkmen partners. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. Representatives of the companies ‘Rosholod’, ‘Intercold’ and ‘Kazanskoe’ took part in the negotiation. The main focus was on establishing business ties with companies in Turkmenistan. Mari El is a federal subject of the Russian Federation in the Volga Federal District, with Yoshkar-Ola as its capital. The region borders the Nizhny Novgorod and Kirov regions, Chuvashia and Tatarstan.
A solemn ceremony of raising the Russian flag took place in the capital of Turkmenistan
22.08.2025In Ashgabat, at the Russian House, a solemn ceremony of raising the tricolour flag was held on the eve of the Russian Federation's National Flag Day. The holiday is celebrated annually on 22 August. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. Participants were told about the history and symbolism of the flag, after which the tricolour was raised to the Russian national anthem. About 30 people took part in the event. First Secretary of the Russian Embassy in Ashgabat, representative of ‘Rossotrudnichestvo’ Yulia Zaitseva emphasised that the flag is a symbol of faith, hope, strength of spirit and unity of the Russian world. According to her, Russians are proud of their national symbol both in diplomatic missions and at sporting, political and economic events. She noted that Flag Day is celebrated not only in Russia, but also in all countries where Russian compatriots live.
A new women's football club, ‘Kerwen’, has been founded in Ashgabat
22.08.2025A new women's football club, ‘Kerwen’, has been established in Ashgabat, which will include both players from the Turkmenistan national team and promising young athletes. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. Maria Ponomareva has been appointed head coach, assisted by Evgenia Spirina and Kristina Naumenko. Technical support for the club is provided by the distributor of the Spanish brand ‘Joma’ in Turkmenistan. According to the management, the team's goal is to develop women's football and reach the international level.
‘Ahal’ and ‘Altyn Asyr’ played to a draw in the final match of the 18th round of the Turkmenistan Championship
22.08.2025In the final match of the 18th round of the Turkmenistan Premier League football championship, the football clubs ‘Ahal’ and ‘Altyn Asyr’ played to a goalless draw. The match took place in Ashgabat at the ‘Nusay’ Stadium and was the third between these teams this season. ‘Altyn Asyr’ had previously won two matches: 1-0 away and 3-1 at home. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. Before the match, ‘Ahal’ was in second place in the standings, while ‘Altyn Asyr’ was in third place. A victory would have allowed the capital club to overtake its rival, but the game ended in a draw. As a result, both teams received one point each. ‘Ahal’, with 32 points after 16 matches, remained in second place, while ‘Altyn Asyr’, with 30 points after 18 games, remained in third place. ‘Arkadag’ remains the championship leader with 57 points in 19 matches and a perfect record.
UNICEF Summer School for Youth comes to an end in Ashgabat
22.08.2025The UNICEF Summer School on Climate Change has come to an end in Ashgabat. This was reported by the online news resource TerraNews. The programme was attended by representatives of government agencies, NGOs and international organisations, including UNDP, FAO and GIZ. Over the course of three months, 35 young participants studied topics related to climate, energy, agriculture, water resources and waste management, developed projects and visited relevant facilities. The programme culminated in the preparation of a National Youth Statement for LCOY-2025 and initiatives for implementation at the local level.
Mental arithmetic competitions held in Turkmenistan
22.08.2025As part of the International Exhibition and Fair ‘Kids Expo’, mental arithmetic competitions were held, organised by the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan in conjunction with educational centres. The event was attended by 116 schoolchildren aged 6 to 14 from all velayats of the country. This was reported by IIC. Turkmen students set new world records. Rovach Begenjov (10 years old) broke the record in the category ‘Fastest mental addition’ by adding 100 random numbers three times in 15.58 seconds. Ali Orashov (14) from Balkanabat became the best in the category ‘speed flash anzan’, adding 150 two-digit numbers that appeared at intervals of 0.3 seconds. Mekan Batyrov (11 years old) from Balkanabat set a record in the category ‘Fastest mental multiplication of 10 consecutive 8-digit numbers.’ The guest of honour at the event was world-renowned Turkish memory development expert Melik Duyar, Guinness World Record holder and founder of the ‘Mega Hafıza’ organisation. The intellectual competition concluded with the final stage of the ‘Amazing People’ contest, with five winners receiving valuable prizes.
BOMCA 10 handed over vehicles for dog handlers to Turkmenistan
22.08.2025The Border Management Programme in Central Asia (BOMCA 10), funded by the European Union, has handed over two special vehicles for the canine service to the Border Service of Turkmenistan. The handover ceremony took place on 20 August, according to the news website Turkmenportal. The vehicles will be used in Ashgabat and Mary to transport dog handlers and service dogs, which should improve the mobility and efficiency of the units. EU Ambassador to Turkmenistan Beata Peksa emphasised the importance of long-standing cooperation in the field of border management, while the Head of the Turkmenistan dog handling service, Dovletmyrat Gurtlyev, noted that the new equipment will strengthen the work of units across the country. The support was provided as part of a programme component aimed at strengthening the capacity of law enforcement agencies to detect violations.
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