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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.
Ambassador of Turkmenistan met with Speaker of the Senate of Malaysia
22.08.2025On 21 August, Turkmenistan's Ambassador M. Mashalov met with President of the Senate of Malaysia Dato Awang Bemee Awang Ali Basah at the Malaysian Parliament building in Kuala Lumpur. This was reported by the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. During the negotiation, the sides discussed the current state and prospects of inter-parliamentary cooperation between Turkmenistan and Malaysia, emphasising its important role in the development of political and diplomatic relations. Special attention was paid to the need to intensify the activities of parliamentary friendship groups, organise mutual visits by parliamentarians and hold joint meetings. The interlocutors noted the high level of friendly relations between the two countries and expressed their readiness to further develop them on a long-term and mutually beneficial basis.
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and Ilham Aliyev met in Avaza
22.08.2025In the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone, a meeting was held between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, who arrived in the country to participate in the trilateral summit of Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan. This was reported by TDH. During the negotiation, it was noted that Turkmen-Azerbaijani relations are becoming systematic and regular, reaching the level of a stable and mutually beneficial partnership. During the discussion, the commitment of both countries to the further dynamic development of inter-state dialogue based on centuries-old traditions of good neighbourliness and mutual benefit was emphasised.
President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev arrives in Turkmenistan
22.08.2025President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev arrived in Turkmenistan to participate in the summit ‘Turkmenistan-Azerbaijan-Uzbekistan’. The Head of State's plane landed at the International Airport in Turkmenbashi, where a solemn meeting took place. This was reported by IIC. On behalf of the Turkmen side, the distinguished guest was welcomed by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Nokerguly Atagulyev. After the ceremony, the delegation headed to the ‘Avaza’ national tourist zone. During the visit, bilateral negotiation is planned between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, and President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The trilateral summit will discuss prospects for expanding cooperation in trade, economy, transport, communications, energy and humanitarian spheres. A number of documents are expected to be signed following the summit.
The President of Azerbaijan arrived in Turkmenistan to participate in a trilateral summit
22.08.2025Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has arrived in Turkmenistan. The plane of the Head of State landed at the International Airport in Turkmenbashi. This was reported by IIC. Ilham Aliyev will take part in the trilateral summit ‘Turkmenistan-Azerbaijan-Uzbekistan’, which will be held in the national tourist zone ‘Avaza’. On behalf of the Turkmen side, the guest was met by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Nokerguly Atagulyev. The forum will focus on expanding cooperation in trade, economy, transport, communications, energy and humanitarian spheres. A number of joint documents are expected to be signed following the meeting.
Turkmenistan and the United States held political consultations in Washington
21.08.2025On 20 August, the eleventh round of annual political consultations between Turkmenistan and the United States took place in Washington. The Turkmen delegation was led by Foreign Affairs Minister Rashid Meredov, and the American delegation was led by Deputy Assistant Secretary of the US Department of State for South and Central Asian Affairs John Mark Pommersheim. This was reported by the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The parties discussed the current state and prospects of bilateral relations, paying particular attention to cooperation in the field of security, the expansion of trade and economic ties, and interaction within the framework of the C5+1 regional dialogue. The meeting reviewed specific projects involving American companies and opportunities to increase investment in the economy of Turkmenistan. Following the consultations, the sides confirmed the effectiveness of regular dialogue as a tool for strengthening the Turkmen-American partnership.
The exhibition ‘Kids Expo: Everything for Children’ has opened in the capital of Turkmenistan
21.08.2025The International Exhibition and Fair ‘Kids Expo: Everything for Children’ has kicked off in Ashgabat, organised by TurkmenExpo and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan. The forum has become an important platform for leading companies and brands of children's goods and services, according to the IIC of Turkmenistan. The event is being held for the second time in an expanded format: this year, manufacturers from more than 20 countries are participating, showcasing goods, educational technologies and entertainment projects. The aim of the exhibition is to develop business cooperation, attract investment and strengthen positions in the regional market. The opening ceremony was attended by representatives of the government, the Mejlis, ministries, diplomatic missions, as well as residents and guests of the capital. The exhibition programme includes themed areas with interactive activities: in the Cyber Zone, there will be robot competitions and programming quizzes; in the VR Science Zone, visitors can immerse themselves in science through virtual reality; and in the master class area, there will be ceramics, fashion design and creative activities. Visitors can also enjoy a book fair, children's fashion shows, sports competitions and the final of the mental arithmetic competition. The exhibition offers children's goods for sale and a food court, making it a comfortable and interesting visit for the whole family.
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