The President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, congratulated the finalists of the ‘Çalsana, bagşy!’ competition for dutar players and bakshy musicians, held as part of the ‘Türkmeniň Altyn asyry’ contest. This was reported by the state news agency TDH.

The Head of State noted that in the year of the 30th anniversary of neutrality and the International Year of Peace and Trust, the country's authority in the world arena is growing, and significant achievements have been made in all spheres.

According to the President of Turkmenistan, the large-scale reforms initiated by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, are changing the face of the state, and the country's residents are working hard to celebrate the 34th anniversary of independence with dignity.

Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasised the role of culture and art in strengthening patriotism and humanism, as well as the importance of the programme to support creative workers and develop national performing arts. The Head of State called the ‘Çalsana, bagşy!’ competition an important tool for identifying talented young people.

The President of Turkmenistan recalled the contribution of famous bakshys of the past and expressed confidence that young performers will continue to develop traditions and that the sounds of the dutar and ghijak will be heard throughout the world.

In conclusion, the President of Turkmenistan wished the participants good health and creative success.