At a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan on June 20, Deputy Prime Minister B. Amanov reported on the work carried out at oil and gas fields under the jurisdiction of the State Concern &quot; T&uuml;rkmennebit &quot;.

It was noted that appropriate measures are currently being taken for further development, in particular, power supply to the recently discovered Uzynada deposit . Along with its power supply, this will also allow additional volumes of electricity to be supplied to other nearby deposits.

In this regard, a corresponding proposal was submitted to the President of Turkmenistan for consideration.

Summarizing the report, the head of state noted that all conditions are being created for the identification and development of new hydrocarbon deposits in oil and gas fields under the jurisdiction of the State Concern &quot; T&uuml;rkmennebit &quot;. Having approved the prepared proposal to provide electricity to the recently discovered Uzynada oil and gas field , President Serdar Berdimuhamedov instructed the Deputy Prime Minister to carry out the appropriate work.

Source: <a href="https://tdh.gov.tm/tk/post/45200/turkmenistanyn-ministrler-kabinetinin-mejlisi-170">State News Agency of Turkmenistan</a>

President of Turkmenistan approves proposal to supply electricity to Uzynada field

On June 20, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, physician Arkadag Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov made a working visit to the capital, where he got acquainted with the projects and drawings of the location of healthcare facilities being built here.

Currently, thanks to the constant efforts of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and doctor Arkadag, special attention is paid to the construction of social and healthcare facilities in all corners of the country, including the cities of Ashgabat and Arkadag, as well as the construction materials used. This opens up broad opportunities for the construction of medical institutions that meet modern requirements and international standards with advanced equipment developed on the basis of scientific achievements.

This morning, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, scientist Arkadag visited the Dentistry Center, which is in the final stage of construction, where work continues taking into account the requirements of the time. Great importance is attached to the high level of equipment of its treatment rooms and specialized departments.

This once again confirms the success of the implementation of the State Program &quot;Saglyk&quot; under the leadership of Arkadagly Hero Serdar, developed by the efforts of the doctor Arkadag, within the framework of which medical centers and specialized institutions are currently being built in the capital.

The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Hero-Arkadag got acquainted with the equipment of the premises of the multi-storey Dentistry Center, projects for the improvement of adjacent territories, and drawings of the location of related facilities.

In order to exchange experience, the construction site was visited by the famous German dentist, Professor Axel Zollner, and his colleagues, who practice advanced methods of digital dentistry and are visiting our country.

As noted, all departments and treatment rooms of the Center are equipped with the most modern equipment from well-known manufacturers of medical equipment from Germany, Austria, USA, Japan, Italy, Canada, China and Denmark.

Doctor Arkadag, having familiarized himself with the level of equipment of the Dentistry Center, made a number of comments. Having focused on the need to combine national traditions with advanced experience in the construction of buildings, Hero-Arkadag emphasized that the construction of social facilities at a high level, their commissioning within the scheduled time frame and equipping healthcare institutions in accordance with established standards are important requirements of the urban development program.

As part of the familiarization with the projects of the Dentistry Center, doctor J. Garlyev reported on the features of its equipment, emphasizing that all conditions for inpatient treatment of patients will be created here, including departments for different age categories of citizens, including children.

Along with these issues, scientist Arkadag instructed that special attention be paid to improving the professionalism of medical workers, as well as ensuring appropriate conditions for their work and rest in appropriate premises.

A representative of the Turkish company GAP Inşaat, which has been entrusted with the construction of the Dentistry Center, reported on the architectural features of the new medical facility and the order of placement of its departments, as well as on the progress of improvement of the adjacent territories.

The use of environmentally friendly materials is an important requirement in the construction of healthcare buildings, Hero-Arkadag emphasized, ordering that work be continued in accordance with modern requirements.

The mayor of Ashgabat reported on the activities carried out jointly with the city&#39;s medical institutions to maintain proper sanitary conditions in the capital and improve the territories of healthcare institutions, taking into account established standards.

Hero-Arkadag noted that in white marble Ashgabat it is necessary to regularly engage in landscaping and monitor environmental indicators, instructing the hyakim to continue joint work in this direction at the proper level.

The Minister of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan reported that the Ashgabat Indira Gandhi Medical Secondary School is training specialists to work in the Dentistry Center under construction and is doing everything necessary to continue this activity.

Doctor Arkadag noted that training specialists and the widespread introduction of digital systems and intellectual property objects into the work of healthcare institutions are important requirements of the time. This will not only improve the effectiveness of treatment, but also the quality of medical services provided.

In the era of the Revival of the new era of the powerful state, the large-scale reforms in the healthcare system initiated by Hero Arkadag are successfully continuing under the leadership of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov in all spheres of the country&#39;s life. The issues of strengthening the health of the population are in the center of attention of the state. In this regard, great importance is attached to the construction of medical institutions in white-marble Ashgabat, fully complying with international standards, and their high level of equipment.

Hero-Arkadag emphasized that it is necessary to increasingly introduce a digital system into the work of healthcare institutions, develop cooperation with leading clinics in the world, and constantly improve the professionalism of doctors.

Experienced and prominent dentists noted the high level of equipment at the Center, that the equipment installed here is the most advanced in the world, emphasizing that this is a huge achievement of medical science.

Source: <a href="https://tdh.gov.tm/ru/post/45211/nacionalnyj-lider-turkmenskogo-naroda-predsedatel-halk-maslahaty-geroj-arkadag-oznakomilsya-so-stroitelstvom-uchrezhdenij-sistemy-zdravoohraneniya">State News Agency of Turkmenistan</a>

National Leader of the Turkmen people got acquainted with the construction of healthcare institutions

On June 20, the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a regular meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers using the digital system, at which a number of issues of state life were considered.

The first speaker, the Chairperson of the Mejlis D. Gulmanova, informed about the activities of the national Parliament.

As reported, currently, taking into account the principles of the Constitution of Turkmenistan, adopted state programs, as well as proposals from ministries and industry departments, draft laws are being developed related to improving the legislative framework of civil-legal relations, creating a unified state register of voters and determining the legal and organizational foundations for its maintenance, strengthening the legal foundations of public relations arising from the creation and use of scientific intellectual property, as well as the formation of a legal environment in the field of using virtual assets, updating current customs regulations and the activities of the customs service.

At the same time, credentials were received from the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Slovenia to Turkmenistan. In addition, the representative of the Mejlis visited Warsaw (Republic of Poland) on a business trip to participate in a meeting to discuss cooperation with the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights.

Summarizing the information presented, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized the importance of consistently continuing work to improve the country&#39;s legislative and legal framework.

Source: <a href="https://tdh.gov.tm/tk/post/45200/turkmenistanyn-ministrler-kabinetinin-mejlisi-170">State News Agency of Turkmenistan</a>

President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a regular meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers using the digital system

In order to successfully solve the planned tasks of significantly increasing wheat production in the era of the Revival of a new era of a powerful state and creating all the conditions necessary for the fruitful work of daikhan associations, tenants and land owners in this matter, the President of Turkmenistan signed the Resolution &quot;On the production of a rich wheat harvest in Turkmenistan in 2026&quot;.

According to the document, the State Association &quot;T&uuml;rkmengalla&ouml;n&uuml;mleri&quot; is ordered, together with the velayat khyakimliks, to sow wheat throughout the country for next year&#39;s harvest on a designated area and ensure the production of the crop in the appropriate volume based on the conclusion of agreements with land tenants, land users and land owners.

Source: <a href="https://tdh.gov.tm/ru/post/45209/prezident-turkmenistana-podpisal-postanovlenie-o-proizvodstve-v-turkmenistane-bogatogo-urozhaya-pshenicy-v-2026-godu">State News Agency of Turkmenistan</a>

The President of Turkmenistan signed the Resolution “On the production of a rich wheat harvest in Turkmenistan in 2026”

On 17 June 2025, within the framework of the 17th Human Rights Dialogue between Turkmenistan and the European Union, a bilateral meeting was held between Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Ahmet Gurbanov and Director of the European External Action Service for Asia Paola Pampaloni.

The meeting focused on regional security issues, especially in the context of the situation in Afghanistan. The Turkmen side presented its approach based on the principles of neutrality, good neighborliness and non-interference in the internal affairs of states. It was emphasized that Turkmenistan consistently promotes initiatives aimed at restoring peace and sustainable development in Afghanistan, including providing humanitarian aid and supporting peace initiatives.

Special attention was paid to the implementation of major infrastructure projects, such as the construction of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan railway and the creation of new energy and transport corridors.

The parties confirmed the importance of maintaining an open political dialogue and expressed their readiness for further cooperation on issues of mutual interest.

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Also, on the sidelines of the 17th Dialogue on Human Rights between Turkmenistan and the European Union, which took place in Brussels, a meeting was held between the Ombudsperson of Turkmenistan Yazdursun Gurbannazarova and the head of the Office of the European Ombudsman Lambros Papadias.

During the meeting, the parties exchanged information about their activities, talked about the history of the formation of their institutions, key functions and the specifics of considering citizens&rsquo; appeals. The Turkmen side expressed interest in further exchanging experience, best practices and establishing regular cooperation with European colleagues.

Both sides highly appreciated the potential for dialogue and emphasized the importance of strengthening professional ties between the two institutions, indicating readiness for more frequent bilateral contacts and practical events.

Source: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.tm/en/news/5327">Ministry of Foreign affairs of Turkmenistan</a>

Turkmenistan and the European Union discussed regional security and development of Afghanistan

On June 19, 2025, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held a meeting with the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the State of Palestine to Turkmenistan Ms. Rana Abu Hijleh, who presented copies of her credentials.

R. Meredov congratulated the plenipotentiary representative of Palestine on her appointment to the responsible post and expressed readiness of the Turkmen side to assist and support her diplomatic mission.

During the talks, the sides touched upon the current state of Turkmen-Palestinian cooperation in the political-diplomatic, trade-economic and cultural-humanitarian spheres, as well as outlined priority areas for its further development.

The diplomats emphasized the collaboration of the states both in the bilateral format and within the framework of international organizations.

At the end of the meeting, the Ambassador assured that she would make every effort to enhance the Turkmen-Palestinian partnership.

Source: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.tm/en/news/5326">Ministry of Foreign affairs of Turkmenistan</a>

Ambassador of Palestine presented copies of her credentials at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the State of Palestine to Turkmenistan, Ms. Rana Abu Hijleh , who presented her credentials to the head of state.

Expressing sincere gratitude for the time devoted to the meeting, the diplomat noted that it was a great honor for her to represent her country in Turkmenistan, which had earned high international prestige with its peaceful policy, and, taking the opportunity, conveyed to the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Hero Arkadag , and the head of state heartfelt greetings and best wishes from the President of the State of Palestine, Mahmoud Abbas.

Having warmly welcomed the Ambassador, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov congratulated the diplomat on his appointment to the responsible post and wished him success in his activities to further develop bilateral relations.

Having conveyed his best wishes to the President of Palestine Mahmoud Abbas, the head of state emphasized that Turkmenistan, guided in its foreign policy by the legal status of positive neutrality, attaches great importance to the development of constructive international cooperation. Strengthening interaction with the states of the Middle East is one of the priorities of our country&#39;s foreign policy.

As noted, political and diplomatic relations between Turkmenistan and the State of Palestine are built on the principles of equality, mutual respect and trust, including within the framework of authoritative international structures, primarily the United Nations.

During an interested exchange of views on the current state and prospects of bilateral relations in the trade and economic sector, the parties noted the existence of great potential for their development. Among the promising areas, the export of products of the petrochemical and textile industries of Turkmenistan, the agricultural and processing industries, as well as various food products were identified.

Along with this, an important part of Turkmen -Palestinian relations is the cultural and humanitarian sphere.

&ldquo;We will continue to support the holding of joint Days of Culture, educational exchanges, national exhibitions and conferences, which are important for bringing our peoples closer together,&rdquo; the President of the country noted.

Taking into account the broad potential for cooperation in the designated areas, the head of state confirmed Turkmenistan&rsquo;s readiness to consider specific proposals and fruitful initiatives from the Palestinian side.

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov , once again congratulating Ms. Rana Abu Hijlehi on the start of her work in Turkmenistan, wished her good health, well-being and success in her responsible diplomatic activities.

Expressing gratitude for the good wishes, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the State of Palestine assured the head of state that she would make every effort to further develop Palestinian-Turkmen relations.

Source: <a href="https://tdh.gov.tm/ru/post/45195/prezident-turkmenistana-prinyal-chrezvychajnogo-i-polnomochnogo-posla-gosudarstva-palestina">State News Agency of Turkmenistan</a>

The President of Turkmenistan received the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the State of Palestine

On June 18, 2025, an international scientific and practical symposium &ldquo;Multifaceted Cooperation between the Republic of Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan: Achievements and Prospects&rdquo; was held. It was jointly organized by the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Center for Analysis of International Relations of Azerbaijan, on the occasion of &ldquo;2025 &ndash; International Year of Peace and Trust&rdquo; and the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan&rsquo;s permanent neutrality.

The symposium was attended by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan S.Sharifov, Head of the Center for Analysis of International Relations F.Shafiyev, Head of the Center for Strategic Studies of the Institute of International Relations of the MFA of Turkmenistan Sh.Shiriyev, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Azerbaijan G.Elyasov, Head of the Azerbaijani side of the Turkmen-Azerbaijani interparliamentary friendship group and deputy of the Milli Majlis T.Rustamkhanly, as well as local deputies, experts and journalists.

The speakers emphasized the role of Turkmenistan&rsquo;s permanent neutrality in strengthening peace, regional and global security, stability in international relations in the current complex geopolitical situation in the world, as well as noted how Turkmenistan&rsquo;s permanent neutrality serves as an effective tool for conducting international diplomacy.

Source: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.tm/en/articles/1574">Ministry of Foreign affairs of Turkmenistan</a>

An international scientific and practical symposium on the topic “Multifaceted Cooperation between the Republic of Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan: Achievements and Prospects” was held in Baku

On 17 June 2025, the 176th session of the General Assembly of the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) was held in Paris, bringing together delegations of member countries to discuss current issues related to the organization of international and specialized exhibitions.

The session was attended by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary, Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan to the BIE Maksat Charyev, Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan Mergen Gurdov, as well as the head of the exhibitions and fairs department of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan Kemal Amanov from the Turkmen side.

During the opening of the session, the agenda was approved, including the reports of the Administrative and Budgetary Committee, the Executive Committee, the Legal Committee, and the BIE Information and Communications Committee.

Special thanks to the Government of Turkmenistan were expressed by the President of the Administrative and Budgetary Committee Karen-Mae Hill, who highly appreciated the holding of the meeting of the Administrative and Budgetary Committee of the BIE, which was held in Ashgabat on 17-19 March 2025. She stressed that this meeting was a historic event, since for the first time in the history of the Bureau such a meeting was held outside of Paris.

During the session, reports were heard on the progress of preparations for upcoming international exhibitions.

In addition, the Turkmen delegation held a number of working meetings with representatives of BIE member countries and leadership.

At the end of the meeting, the date for the next session of the BIE General Assembly was approved.

Source:<a href="https://www.mfa.gov.tm/en/articles/1573"> Ministry of Foreign affairs of Turkmenistan</a>

The 176th session of the General Assembly of the International Exhibitions Bureau was held in Paris

The Oguz Han Engineering and Technology University of Turkmenistan held a solemn awards ceremony for the winners of the III integrated Olympiad &ldquo;Talented Descendants of Oguz Han&rdquo;, held by the university among students in grades 9-12 of secondary schools in the country.

Based on the results of the competition, 33 schoolchildren were awarded prizes.

Having performed brilliantly in the Olympiad, 11 students from the country&#39;s schools won first place. Among them are Palvan Ilmammedov, Maksat Tyllaev, Rustem Jumayev, Diyar Dovletov, Hudayguly Hudayberenov, Aylar Orunova and Nyazli Serdarova, students of grades 10-12 of the Ashgabat Specialized Boarding School named after Saparmurat Turkmenbashi.

The honorable first places in the Olympiad were taken by Ulker Ahmedova and Shatlyk Jumageldiyev, students of School No. 86 in Ashgabat, as well as Yusup Resulov and Parakhat Odzharov, students of School No. 87 in the capital.

8 second and 14 third places were rightfully awarded to the most talented and capable participants of the Olympiad &ndash; young experts in science from Ashgabat and all regions of the country.

Another 16 schoolchildren became the winners of Incentive Prizes of the large-scale intellectual competition.

During the award ceremony, the winners and prize winners of the Olympiad were presented with medals, diplomas and valuable gifts from the Oguz Han Engineering and Technology University of Turkmenistan.

The III integrated Olympiad &quot;Talented Descendants of Oguz Han&quot; in mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology included 3 rounds and started in March of this year. In the first round of the competition, 2,500 schoolchildren from all over the country competed. More than 1,000 of them continued the intellectual struggle in the second round. The 60 best experts in the disciplines competed in the final of the Olympiad.

As part of the final stage, held at the university, a summer school was organized for the finalists. It included intellectual and sports competitions, creative and cultural meetings, additional classes in various subjects, as well as entertaining training courses dedicated to current areas of modern science and education.

Events for schoolchildren were held in the university&#39;s innovation centers &quot;World of Knowledge&quot; and &quot;Cybersport&quot;, as well as in the university&#39;s ultra-modern research and scientific laboratories equipped with advanced equipment. The finalists received educational lectures on the development and achievements of modern science, which were given by foreign professors, famous scientists from Germany, T&uuml;rkiye and China.

The meetings of schoolchildren with university students, who introduced them to their scientific works and told them about the first steps on the path to science, were fruitful. Modeling lessons and practical classes in robotics were also included in the intensive program of the summer camp for the Olympiad finalists. The events held were aimed at stimulating the interest of schoolchildren in studying science, expanding their horizons and increasing motivation for active participation in scientific research work.

The integrated Olympiad, held for the third year in a row, is one of the university&rsquo;s career-oriented projects, which is actively working to attract talented youth from the country.

It should be noted that all participants who passed the I, II or III stage of the Olympiad are included in the Golden Fund of the University &ldquo;Talented Descendants of Oguz Han&rdquo;, whose members enjoy a benefit when entering the university.

The fact that 113 of the 146 schoolchildren who participated in the Olympiad in previous years are currently studying at this prestigious university in various fields fully confirms the effectiveness of this project.

The Olympiad successfully makes a significant contribution to the implementation of priority tasks in the sphere of science and education of the country. Among them are strengthening effective links between higher and secondary educational institutions of the country, stimulating and supporting the interest of the younger generation in studying sciences, raising erudite, talented, active youth capable of successfully applying innovative technologies, thinking broadly and independently solving assigned tasks.

Source: <a href="https://turkmenistan.gov.tm/ru/post/96131/v-turkmenistane-nagrazhdeny-pobediteli-iii-integrirovannoj-olimpiady-talantlivye-potomki-oguz-hana">Online newspaper &quot;Turkmenistan: Golden Age&quot;</a>

Winners of the III Integrated Olympiad “Talented Descendants of Oguz Khan” Awarded in Turkmenistan

Turkmenistan provides a 24-hour humanitarian corridor for foreign citizens arriving from Iran. About this reports MFA of Turkmenistan.

As of today, hundreds of people from India, China, Pakistan and other countries have crossed the border through the checkpoints of Turkmenistan.

The Turkmen authorities are ensuring the transit of these citizens and facilitating their return to their homeland.

This work is implemented in cooperation with the diplomatic missions of foreign states in Ashgabat.

Source: <a href="https://tdh.gov.tm/en/post/45191/turkmenistan-continues-provide-humanitarian-support-people-arriving-iran">State News Agency of Turkmenistan</a>

Turkmenistan continues to provide humanitarian support for people arriving from Iran

A three-day international chess tournament has ended in the capital of Turkmenistan. As is known, 129 athletes in the age category of 8, 10 and 12 years from 11 countries of Europe and Asia took part in this intellectual competition. On the same day, in the city of Arkadag, in the center of celebrations of the Markaw Hotel, a ceremony was held in which the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Care presented gifts to young chess players on behalf of the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Hero Arkadag.

On the eve of the ceremony, the results of the International Tournament were summed up at the capital&#39;s Specialized Chess and Checkers School, where the winners were awarded.

Based on the results of the games played, young talents from Turkmenistan demonstrated high skill and distinguished themselves in terms of points scored.

Thus, following the results of the rapid competitions, our country took first place in the overall medal count. Young Turkmen chess players were awarded 3 gold, 4 silver and 3 bronze medals, which in total amounts to 10 awards.

The second place in the competition was taken by young chess players from the Republic of Uzbekistan, who were awarded 2 gold and 2 silver medals - a total of 4 awards. The honorable third place was awarded to representatives of the Republic of Kazakhstan, who won 1 gold and 1 bronze medal - a total of 2 awards.

During the tournament, the prize places among girls were distributed as follows: in the 8-year-old age category, the gold medal was awarded to Larina Zarina from Uzbekistan, who scored 8 points, silver went to Jumaeva Byagul from Turkmenistan with a score of 7 points, and bronze went to Alemanova Amira from Kazakhstan with 6 points.

Among girls in the 10-year age category, the gold medal was won by Vepayeva Lyale from Turkmenistan (8 points); silver went to Nematjonova Zarina from Uzbekistan (7 points), and the bronze medalist was our compatriot Ruslanova Dunya (6.5 points).

In the 12-year age group, all medals were won by representatives of Turkmenistan: Dilber Khupbyeva won gold with 8 points, Aya Bayramova won silver with 7 points, and Nurana Soyunova won bronze with 6 points.

Among boys in the 8-year-old age category, the best result was shown by Charyev Charykhekim from Turkmenistan. Having scored 8 points, he won the gold medal and took first place. Second place (7.5 points) was taken by Erkinboev Saifuddin from Uzbekistan, who won silver, and third place and a bronze medal was awarded to Sayfiev Murodali from Tajikistan with 6 points.

In the 10-year age category, the prize places were distributed as follows: first place (8.5 points) was taken by Abdurakhmon Radjabov from Uzbekistan (gold medal), second place was taken by Maksat Avlyakulyev from Turkmenistan, who scored the same number of points (silver medal), and third place was taken by Asghar Khatir Saniar from Iran with 6 points (bronze medal).

Among boys in the 12-year-old age group, the first place and gold medal was awarded to Primbetov Nurassyl from Kazakhstan with a score of 8 points. Second and third places and, accordingly, silver and bronze medals were awarded to Batyrov Alykhan (7.5 points) and Khamrakulyev Osman (6 points) from Turkmenistan.

In the blitz competitions, first place in the overall medal standings was also taken by young chess players from Turkmenistan, who won 4 gold, 2 silver and 3 bronze medals &ndash; a total of 9 awards.

In the same discipline, chess players from the Republic of Uzbekistan, who won 2 gold, 1 silver - a total of 3 medals, were awarded second place. The third prize place was taken by representatives of the Republic of Kazakhstan, who won 3 silver and 2 bronze medals - a total of 5 medals.

Among girls in the 8-year-old age category, Anna Charyeva from Turkmenistan won first place with 7.5 points and was awarded a gold medal. Zarina Larina from Uzbekistan won second place with 7 points and a silver medal, and Lachin Isayeva from Turkmenistan won third place with 6.5 points and a bronze medal.

Among girls in the 10-year-old age category, all prize places were taken by chess players from Turkmenistan: first place - Ruslanova Dunya, who scored 8 points (gold medal), second place - Vepayeva Lyale, who scored 7 points (silver medal), third place - Mukhametberdieva Dzhumasoltan, who scored 6.5 points (bronze medal).

Among girls in the 12-year-old age category, Aya Bairamova from Turkmenistan took first place with 9 points and was awarded a gold medal. Alina Kairbekova from Kazakhstan, having scored 7 points, took second place and won a silver medal, and Adelina Ramisova from Kyrgyzstan, having scored 6.5 points, took third place, winning a bronze medal.

Among the boys in the 8-year-old age category, the first and second places were shared between young Turkmen chess players: the first place was taken by Charyev Charykhekim, who scored 8 points and won the gold medal, and the second place was taken by Garlyev Isa, who scored 7.5 points and won the silver medal. Third place and the bronze medal was won by Omurzakov Altair from Kazakhstan, who scored 5.5 points.

Among boys in the 10-year-old age category, the prize places were distributed as follows: Abdurakhmon Radzhabov from Uzbekistan, who scored 7.5 points, took first place (gold medal), Alrami Mukashev from Kazakhstan, who scored 6.5 points, took second place (silver medal), Myrat Merdanov from Turkmenistan, who scored the same number of points, took third place (bronze medal).

Among the boys in the 12-year-old age category, the first place and gold medal was awarded to Khusanov Islombek from Uzbekistan, who scored 8 points. The second and third prize places were shared between young chess players from Kazakhstan &ndash; Primbetov Nurassyl, who scored 8 points (second place, silver medal), and Amangeldy Nuras, who scored 6 points (third place, bronze medal).

Thus, at the International Chess Tournament among athletes aged 8, 10 and 12, held at the Specialized Chess and Checkers School of Ashgabat, in the overall medal standings in rapid and blitz, Turkmenistan, having won 7 gold, 6 silver and 6 bronze medals - a total of 19 awards, took first place and became the winner of the tournament.

The second place was awarded to young chess players from the Republic of Uzbekistan, who won 4 gold and 3 silver medals - a total of 7 awards. And the third place was taken by young chess players from the Republic of Kazakhstan, who won 1 gold, 3 silver and 3 bronze medals - a total of 7 medals.

In a solemn atmosphere, young talented chess players were presented with well-deserved awards.

Foreign guests, participants of the tournament, with great enthusiasm noted the high organizational level of the competitions held in Ashgabat. The capital&#39;s Specialized Chess and Checkers School, where the intellectual competition took place, and the opportunities created here made an unforgettable impression on the guests.

In the afternoon, the participants of the International Chess Tournament headed to the city of Arkadag. Upon arrival in the new &quot;smart&quot; city, they took pictures in front of the building of the Children&#39;s Health and Rehabilitation Center named after Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, where the headquarters of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Care is located.

Then, a ceremony was held in the festivities center of the Markaw Hotel, which was attended by the mayor of Arkadag, the manager of the affairs of the Halk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan, the vice-president of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Care, heads of public organizations and political parties, heads and representatives of diplomatic missions and representative offices accredited in our country, participants of the international tournament, as well as schoolchildren of Arkadag, and the media.

During the celebration, Hero Arkadag and Arkadagly Hero Serdar were congratulated on the successful holding of the International Chess Tournament in Ashgabat. The speeches emphasized the special importance of organizing these competitions in the International Year of Peace and Trust. Those gathered expressed their gratitude to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and the National Leader of the Turkmen People Hero Arkadag for their contribution to the development of chess and the conditions created that made it possible to hold the prestigious International Tournament at a high level.

In the era of the Revival of a new era of a powerful state, a comprehensive strategy initiated by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Hero Arkadag and currently being implemented under the leadership of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov is aimed at stimulating and providing all-round support to the mass physical culture, health and sports movement, and high-performance sports. This direction is defined as one of the priorities in the state policy of the Fatherland.

Recognition of Turkmenistan&#39;s efforts in developing sports and strengthening the principles of a healthy lifestyle in society is the adoption of a number of relevant Resolutions by the General Assembly of the United Nations at the suggestion of our country. This demonstrates the broad support of the world community for the reforms carried out in the Fatherland in the sports sphere. A striking confirmation of this is also the announcement of Ashgabat as the &quot;City of New Sports Opportunities of the Commonwealth&quot; at a meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the CIS, and the Tennis Complex in the structure of the capital&#39;s Olympic City as the &quot;Educational and Training Center of the Asian Region&quot; by the Asian Tennis Federation.

All this contributes to increasing the authority of neutral Turkmenistan on the world stage, promoting comprehensive initiatives aimed at developing effective cooperation with foreign partners, as well as supporting the general humanitarian tasks and peacekeeping efforts of the Olympic movement.

The construction of the Olympic Village in Ashgabat, which has no analogues in the Central Asian region, contributed to bringing Turkmen sports to a qualitatively new level. As is known, in 2017, the 5th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games were held in its arenas with triumph, which marked a new chapter in the history of national sports. As a result, Turkmenistan joined the ranks of countries that have all the conditions for organizing high-level competitions. This also demonstrated the success of sports diplomacy, which our country is implementing in the interests of global peace and prosperity.

The increase in the sporting authority of the Fatherland was also facilitated by the holding of the International Rally &quot;Amul-Khazar 2018&quot; and the World Weightlifting Championships, which added new bright pages to the history of national and world sports. Among other major competitions held in Ashgabat, one can note the Central Asian Team Tennis Championship among juniors under 12 years old, the 14th World Kurash Wrestling Championship, the International Hockey Tournament with the participation of teams from the CIS countries and other countries, as well as the International Competitions in National Wrestling Goresh and Belt Wrestling Alysh with the participation of athletes from 13 countries of Asia and Europe.

The speeches emphasized that the active development of sports in our country, which is an ambassador of peace, is the result of the broad opportunities created by the National Leader of the Turkmen people and the President of Turkmenistan for the harmonious education of the younger generation, the realization of its creative potential. After all, sports bring peoples closer together and unite them, and serve to strengthen mutual understanding and trust in the international arena.

It was also emphasized that, thanks to the consistent efforts of Hero Arkadag and Arkadagly Hero Serdar, independent neutral Turkmenistan has provided the necessary conditions for a prosperous life, modern education, sports and health promotion for young citizens.

In this context, it was noted that our country is committed to the fundamental principles of the United Nations regarding the rights and interests of children, and comprehensive care for the younger generation &ndash; the future of the Motherland &ndash; is constantly at the center of attention of the state and society.

Based on these goals, in our independent Fatherland, rightfully recognized as a country of happy childhood, where dreams come true, under the leadership of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, comprehensive programs are being successfully implemented to provide young Turkmen citizens with all the opportunities for fruitful study, the realization of creative and sports talents, and a full rest, so that they grow up educated, erudite, purposeful, physically strong and spiritually rich. At the same time, special attention is paid to the patriotic education of youth.

The current celebration is evidence of the boundless care of the Hero Arkadag and Arkadagly Hero Serdar for the young generation not only of our country, but of the whole world.

Along with this, it was noted that the International Chess Tournament, organized during the International Year of Peace and Trust and held over three days at the Ashgabat Specialized Chess and Checkers School, clearly demonstrated Turkmenistan&rsquo;s commitment to the ideals of friendship and brotherhood, peacefulness and prosperity, harmony and solidarity.

As was emphasized, these intellectual sports competitions became a confirmation that the implementation of sports diplomacy principles brings positive results. The speakers once again congratulated everyone on the successful completion of the competitions.

Then a ceremonial presentation of gifts to the participants of the International Chess Tournament among athletes in the age categories of 8, 10 and 12 years old took place.

Talented young chess players from 11 countries of Europe and Asia, including Turkmenistan, Vietnam, India, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Malaysia, Russia, Tajikistan, Thailand and Uzbekistan, with a feeling of sincere gratitude accepted laptops &ndash; gifts from the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Care, handed over to them on behalf of the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Hero Arkadag. Gifts were also presented to the parents, coaches and doctors who accompanied the children to Ashgabat, that is, to all members of the teams participating in the tournament.

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At the end of the ceremony, a concert was held to mark this significant event, featuring children&#39;s creative groups from our country.

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In their performances, the young artists glorified the happy life of the independent neutral Fatherland, Hero Arkadag and Arkadagly Hero Serdar. Famous foreign children&#39;s songs were also performed. All this became a creative embodiment of the triumph of the principles of peace and friendship, to which the Turkmen people are invariably committed.

A real &ldquo;musical bouquet&rdquo; for the audience was a medley of popular songs by foreign authors.

The performance of the Turkmen national dance kushtdepdi caused great enthusiasm among the participants of the celebration.

The concert ended with the song &ldquo;T&uuml;rkmenistan &ndash; Bitaraplygyň mekany&rdquo;, which glorifies the principles of neutrality of our sovereign Motherland and is dedicated to the motto of this year &ndash; &ldquo;International Year of Peace and Trust&rdquo;.

Noting with enthusiasm that the musical festival gave them unforgettable impressions, the foreign participants of the tournament expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Hero Arkadag and Arkadagly Hero Serdar for the hospitality shown on Turkmen soil and the high level of organization and holding of all events.

Source: <a href="https://tdh.gov.tm/ru/post/45187/v-ashhabade-zavershilsya-mezhdunarodnyj-turnir-po-shahmatam">State News Agency of Turkmenistan</a>

Young Turkmen players took first place in the overall medal standings of the International Chess Tournament

On June 17, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov paid a working visit to the Republic of Kazakhstan to participate in the second Central Asia&ndash;China Summit.

In the foreign policy strategy of our country, the foundation of which was laid by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, in the modern era successfully implemented under the wise leadership of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, a special place is given to bilateral and multilateral relations with the People&#39;s Republic of China. A clear evidence of this is the participation of Turkmenistan in the second Central Asia-China Summit.

As is known, the first summit in this format was held in Xi&#39;an (China) in May 2023. In this regard, it should be noted that, speaking at the Summit, the head of state voiced a number of proposals for the further development of regional cooperation in various areas through joint coordination of actions.

Turkmenistan puts forward constructive initiatives to develop solutions to important issues on the regional and global agenda, and makes a significant contribution to the consolidation of efforts to expand partnership for the sake of universal well-being.

Cooperation between the Central Asian countries and China represents a unique combination of cultures, economies and strategic interests. In recent years, regional relations have intensified, opening up new horizons for increased cooperation in various fields.

China is one of the main partners of the Central Asian states. Investment projects implemented by China jointly with the countries of the region in the energy and infrastructure sectors contribute to economic development.

Energy cooperation between China and the countries of the region, which have huge reserves of natural resources, in particular joint projects in the field of production and export of hydrocarbon raw materials, serve as an important component for strengthening mutually beneficial relations. One of the striking examples of effective cooperation in this area is the transnational gas pipeline Turkmenistan-China, which runs through the territories of the Central Asian countries.

One of the priority vectors of the six-party partnership is the transport and logistics sector. In this regard, it should be noted that the main objectives of Turkmenistan&#39;s initiative &quot;Revival of the Great Silk Road&quot; are consistent with China&#39;s strategy &quot;One Belt, One Road&quot;, which are aimed at ensuring economic development, modernizing specialized infrastructure and deepening cultural ties between peoples.

Throughout history, the Great Silk Road united the East and the West, facilitating the exchange of goods and cultures. In the modern period, our country aims to revive this historical heritage, focusing on the importance of transport corridors and logistics for the economic development of the entire region.

Along with this, cultural and humanitarian relations are an integral part of cooperation between the countries of the region and China.

&hellip;At the capital&rsquo;s International Airport, the head of state was seen off by officials.

Some time later, the presidential plane landed at the Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport in Astana.

At the airport, decorated with the national flags of the countries participating in the Central Asia-China Summit, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov was met by the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov and other officials of the friendly state, as well as members of the delegation of Turkmenistan.

Along the carpet leading from the plane&#39;s steps, the Guard of Honor was lined up. In keeping with the age-old traditions of hospitality, the head of state was presented with bouquets of flowers.

Before the Summit, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a bilateral meeting with Chairman of the People&#39;s Republic of China Xi Jinping.

In the afternoon, the head of state&rsquo;s motorcade headed to the venue of the high-level meeting &ndash; the Independence Palace.

At the main entrance of the Palace of the President of Turkmenistan, the Kazakh leader warmly welcomed.

After the traditional joint photo ceremony, the heads of delegations headed to the conference hall, where the second Central Asia-China Summit took place.

The summit, chaired by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, was also attended by the Chairman of the People&#39;s Republic of China Xi Jinping, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov, the President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, and the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev.

The agenda of the Summit included issues of strengthening regional cooperation, expanding political dialogue, deepening trade and economic relations and interaction in the areas of transport, energy and innovation.

Welcoming the Summit participants, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the heads of delegations for their participation in the high-level meeting and their continued support for regional cooperation.

As the Kazakh leader noted, thanks to trusting relationships and joint efforts, a unique partnership model has been formed, based on the principles of good neighborliness, friendship and mutual support.

The floor was then given to the Summit participants.

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, on behalf of the delegation of Turkmenistan, thanked the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev for the warm welcome and hospitality, and noted that the current meeting is intended to consolidate, continue and develop the important ideas and proposals presented at the previous Summit in Xi&#39;an and the Xi&#39;an Declaration adopted as a result.

As emphasized, the Central Asian states and China act as the most important participants in continental and regional processes. Cooperation in the political and diplomatic sphere has a constructive impact on the entire geopolitical landscape in Asia, and contributes to the creation of prerequisites for sustainable and long-term peace, stability and security.

This format of partnership requires the existence of systemic mechanisms for exchanging opinions, interaction and coordination between foreign policy departments, and the adoption of well-considered diplomatic steps at major international venues and forums, primarily in the United Nations and in a number of regional structures.

In the sphere of foreign policy, taking into account the current global situation, it was proposed to pay the closest attention to Turkmenistan&#39;s initiative to develop a Global Security Strategy under the auspices of the UN. I believe that the political, legal and ideological foundations of this document that we presented correspond to the conceptual approaches and views of the participants in our format on the future development and prospects of global processes, the head of state emphasized. In particular, we are talking about the role of developing countries in them, the use of preventive diplomacy tools, principles of neutrality, and other peacekeeping and negotiation platforms. In this regard, during the upcoming anniversary session of the UN General Assembly, it was proposed to initiate a consultation process within this format to develop a Global Security Strategy and discuss its key provisions.

&quot;We believe it would be appropriate to begin this work with partners in the Asian Group, implying further expansion of the number of participants in the consultations. We would be grateful for support for this proposal,&quot; said President Serdar Berdimuhamedov.

As emphasized, Turkmenistan sees extensive prospects for activating and expanding cooperation between Central Asia and China in the transport sector. Turkmenistan&#39;s strategy &quot;Revival of the Great Silk Road&quot; envisages a key role for Central Asian countries. In our opinion, its combination with China&#39;s &quot;One Belt, One Road&quot; initiative promotes the rapprochement and application of national transport and logistics capabilities in the common interests. Our countries are objectively destined to play a key role in this global undertaking. Today, not only the conditions are maturing, but also the need to combine efforts, mobilize resources to create a modern, reliable and comprehensive transport and logistics system covering the territories of the Asia-Pacific region, South and Central Asia, the Middle and Near East.

In the energy sector, Turkmenistan also advocates for expanding cooperation within this format and sees serious prerequisites for this, the head of state continued, confirming his readiness to discuss issues of diversifying supplies of Turkmen natural gas.

The most important component of the energy component of cooperation is electric power. Here, Turkmenistan also advocates for expanding the geography and volumes of electricity supplies.

As noted, the stimulation of trade and commerce and the creation of joint ventures of various profiles play a key role in the joint economic prosperity of the countries of Central Asia and China.

Speaking about innovative cooperation, the head of state noted that our country expects more focused attention to this area from Chinese partners. The launch of joint programs and projects in the application of artificial intelligence, satellite and space research, digitalization, information platforms, the entire line of software, and a number of other technological segments can significantly increase the effectiveness of joint economic cooperation. On the other hand, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov expressed confidence in promoting the creation of a sustainable market for technological services in Central Asia, the exchange of specialists and methods, and the accelerated development of national technological schools, which will certainly be used in the long term for mutual interests and benefits, emphasizing that this strategic task is an investment in the future of relations between Central Asia and the People&#39;s Republic of China within the framework of a large project of joint development and progress.

High spirituality, great centuries-old culture, true values - all this forms the basis and unshakable foundation of cooperation, historical and current closeness, mutual understanding and sympathy of the peoples of Central Asia and China.

In this regard, the head of state suggested that the participants consider organizing joint thematic festivals of culture and arts on a permanent basis, which would be held in turn in the countries participating in the Summit and, based on this, discuss the initiative to form a new platform for interaction in the field of culture, namely, the &quot;Cultural Dialogue of Central Asia and China&quot;. As was emphasized, in the event of a fundamental agreement between the heads of state, it would be possible to give relevant instructions to the relevant departments to develop the modalities of such a platform.

As noted, by decision of the UN General Assembly, at the initiative of Turkmenistan, 2025 was declared the &ldquo;International Year of Peace and Trust&rdquo;.

Expressing confidence in the continuation of an interested dialogue between our countries on the most important topics of the modern world order, on ways to solve existing global problems, achieve agreement and understanding in the global arena during a major International Forum scheduled for December of this year in Ashgabat dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust, International Day of Neutrality and the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan&#39;s permanent neutrality, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov invited all heads of state to participate in this significant event.

In conclusion, the head of Turkmenistan confirmed our country&rsquo;s firm and unwavering commitment to the closest possible cooperation in the &ldquo;Central Asia-China&rdquo; format, expressing confidence in the enormous opportunities it opens up for our peoples and states in the matter of joint development, peace and

prosperity.

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov also thanked the Secretary General of the Secretariat of the Central Asia-China format Sun Weidong for his contribution to the successful holding of the current Summit.

President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev expressed gratitude to the head of Turkmenistan for his deeply meaningful speech and constructive proposals.

As noted in the speeches, today Central Asia, which has enormous reserves of natural resources, is strengthening its position as an important subject of international relations and trade, economic, investment and humanitarian cooperation.

It was stated that currently the relations between the countries of the region and China, which include various spheres, have reached a qualitatively new level. At the same time, special attention is paid to the implementation of projects jointly with China, expansion of the range and increase in the volume of mutual trade turnover, creation of high-tech industries. At the same time, priority is given to partnership in the agricultural sector, including the introduction of advanced agricultural technologies and efficient water-saving

developments.

The Summit participants noted the importance of strengthening regional energy security and diversifying energy sources.

It was also emphasized that the transport and communications sector is one of the dynamically developing industries. Currently, Central Asia is a key logistics hub linking the largest regions of Europe and Asia. In this context, it was discussed the feasibility of strengthening transcontinental transport interconnectivity and the fullest realization of the advantages of the region, which has a favorable geographical location.

Having noted with satisfaction the focus of the current meeting on strengthening good-neighborliness and mutually beneficial cooperation, the Summit participants expressed confidence that the proposals and initiatives put forward will serve as a solid foundation for strengthening the bonds of friendship and further developing strategic cooperation between the countries.

Central Asia and China.

Following the Summit, the Treaty on Eternal Good-Neighbourliness, Friendship and Cooperation between Turkmenistan, the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, the People&#39;s Republic of China, the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Republic of Tajikistan, the Astana Declaration of the Second Central Asia-China Summit were signed, and the Initiative to Create Favorable Conditions for Mutual Travel of Citizens within the Framework of the Central Asia-China Format was adopted.

Following the signing ceremony, the opening of the Cooperation Center in the &ldquo;Central Asia&ndash;China&rdquo; format was announced and a corresponding video was shown.

Also, within the framework of the high-level meeting, an Agreement was announced between the Khyakimlik of the Ahal Velayat (Turkmenistan) and the People&#39;s Government of Shaanxi Province (People&#39;s Republic of China) on the establishment of sister city relations between the Ahal Velayat and Shaanxi Province.

Having completed the program of his working visit to the Republic of Kazakhstan, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov arrived at the Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport in Astana, from where he departed for his homeland.

Some time later, the presidential plane landed at the International Airport of the Turkmen capital. Here, the head of state was warmly welcomed by officials.

Thus, the current summit demonstrated the commitment of the Central Asian countries and China to further development of mutually beneficial cooperation, and the practical implementation of the agreements reached following the Summit is designed to help ensure long-term universal well-being and sustainable development.

Source: <a href="https://tdh.gov.tm/ru/post/45179/prezident-serdar-berdymuhamedov-prinyal-uchastie-vo-vtorom-sammite-centralnaya-aziyakitaj">State News Agency of Turkmenistan</a>

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov took part in the second Central Asia-China Summit

On June 17, as part of a working visit to the Republic of Kazakhstan, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with Chairman of the People&#39;s Republic of China Xi Jinping.

After warmly greeting each other, the head of state and the Chairman of the PRC expressed satisfaction with the opportunity to meet on the sidelines of the Central Asia-China Summit and discuss the main areas of bilateral relations.

Noting that China highly values the traditionally friendly relations and mutually beneficial strategic partnership with Turkmenistan, PRC Chairman Xi Jinping expressed confidence that the current meeting would give new impetus to interstate cooperation. Taking the opportunity, the Chinese leader addressed warm greetings and best wishes to the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Hero Arkadag.

Thanking for the kind words and conveying warm greetings to the Chairman of the PRC from the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Hero-Arkadag, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized that such high-level meetings are always an important and significant event in the annals of interstate relations.

As the head of state noted, such meetings allow us to discuss the state of bilateral cooperation and exchange opinions on international issues. Such dialogue confirms the continuity of the strategic partnership between our countries, which is growing stronger every year and covers new areas.

For Turkmenistan, China is a reliable and time-tested partner. The positions of both countries coincide on key issues of the global and regional agenda. The principles of friendship, equality and mutual respect, a solid historical foundation, common spiritual and moral values are at the heart of interstate relations, said President Serdar Berdimuhamedov.

As emphasized, in the world arena, Turkmenistan and China are joining forces for peace and stability, adherence to the norms of the Charter of the United Nations. Turkmenistan highly appreciates China&#39;s support for the neutral status and initiatives of our country in the sphere of regional security, energy and transport cooperation, and ecology. In turn, Turkmenistan resolutely supports China&#39;s initiatives.

During the meeting, priority areas of bilateral cooperation in the trade, economic, energy, cultural and humanitarian spheres were also discussed.

As is known, Turkmenistan and China have been cooperating in the fuel and energy sector for many years, in particular, in the area of exporting Turkmen natural gas to a friendly country. In this regard, the interlocutors noted the strategic nature of this area and emphasized the importance of continuing it on the basis of mutual benefit and equal partnership.

As noted, Turkmenistan is in favor of expanding trade and economic ties, where there are extensive prospects for increasing cooperation in the textile industry, railway transport and agriculture.

Particular attention was paid to cooperation in the transport sector. The interlocutors exchanged views on the prospects for establishing sustainable interregional transport and transit corridors.

The cultural and humanitarian sphere was also recognized as an integral part of Turkmen-Chinese relations. Our countries actively cooperate in the fields of science, education, culture and art, which contributes to the rapprochement and mutual enrichment of the cultures of the two peoples.

A separate topic of discussion during the meeting was issues of interaction in the international arena. In this context, the head of state noted Turkmenistan&#39;s initiative to form a Global Security Strategy under the auspices of the UN. According to the Turkmen side, it should focus on the role of developing countries in the modern world order, the use of preventive diplomacy and the principles of neutrality in peacekeeping activities.

In this regard, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov expressed confidence that a substantive discussion of this topic will take place at the upcoming International Forum in Ashgabat in December 2025, dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust and the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan&#39;s neutrality.

The PRC Chairman noted that the Chinese side supports the constructive proposals put forward by Turkmenistan in the interests of peace and sustainable development in the regional and global dimensions.

Congratulating the UN General Assembly on the declaration of 2025 as the &quot;International Year of Peace and Trust&quot; on the initiative of our country, as well as on the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan&#39;s neutrality, PRC Chairman Xi Jinping invited the head of state to take part in the next Summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.

Taking this opportunity, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov invited Chairman of the People&#39;s Republic of China Xi Jinping to visit our country at a convenient time.

The interlocutors also emphasized the importance of the Central Asia-China format as one of the effective forms of international cooperation. In this regard, Chinese President Xi Jinping noted the importance of the proposals put forward by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov at the first Summit of this format.

At the end of the conversation, the heads of the two states exchanged mutual good wishes, expressing confidence in the further development of mutually beneficial partnership in the interests of the two friendly countries and their peoples.

Following the meeting with the participation of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Chairman of the People&#39;s Republic of China Xi Jinping, a ceremony was held to announce the Agreement on Technical and Economic Cooperation between the Government of Turkmenistan and the Government of the People&#39;s Republic of China.

Source: <a href="https://tdh.gov.tm/ru/post/45180/vstrecha-prezidenta-turkmenistana-s-predsedatelem-kitajskoj-narodnoj-respubliki-2">State News Agency of Turkmenistan</a>

Meeting of the President of Turkmenistan with the Chairman of the People's Republic of China

On June 12, 2025, a signing ceremony of the Joint Communiqu&eacute; on the establishment of diplomatic relations between Turkmenistan and the Republic of Honduras was held in the office of the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the UN in New York City.

Before the signing ceremony, a meeting was held between the Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan to the UN Aksoltan Atayeva and the Permanent Representative of the Republic of Honduras to the UN Mary Elizabeth Flores.

The parties confirmed their mutual interest in strengthening friendly relations between the two countries, as well as developing bilateral political, economic and humanitarian cooperation, including interaction within the framework of international organizations, primarily within the UN.

At the end of the meeting, the parties congratulated the governments and peoples of Turkmenistan and Honduras on the establishment of diplomatic relations.

Source: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.tm/news/5321">Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan</a>

Diplomatic relations established between Turkmenistan and the Republic of Honduras

Today, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov left for a working visit to the Republic of Kazakhstan to participate in the Central Asia &ndash; China Summit in Astana.

At the capital&rsquo;s international airport, the head of state was seen off by officials of our country.

Some time later, the head of state&#39;s plane landed at the Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport in Astana.

Here, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov was warmly welcomed by the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov and other officials, as well as members of our country&#39;s delegation.

In the foreign policy strategy of Turkmenistan, laid down by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, the Chairman of the Halk Maslakhaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and now successfully implemented under the wise leadership of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov , great importance is attached to the development of bilateral and multilateral relations with the People&#39;s Republic of China. A striking example of this is Turkmenistan&#39;s participation in the second Summit in the &quot;Central Asia - China&quot; format.

As is known, the first summit of this format was held in May 2023 in Xi&#39;an, China. In this regard, it should be noted that the President of Turkmenistan, speaking at the Summit, put forward a number of proposals for the further development of interregional cooperation in various areas through coordination of efforts.

Source: <a href="https://tdh.gov.tm/tk/post/45172/turkmenistanyn-prezidentinin-gazagystan-respublikasyna-sapary-baslandy">State News Agency of Turkmenistan</a>

The working visit of the President of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Kazakhstan has begun

On June 16, 2025, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with the State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Slovenia Marko Stucin.

The meeting discussed issues on the agenda of bilateral and multilateral relations between Turkmenistan and Slovenia, interaction within international organizations, as well as other issues of mutual interest.

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Political consultations were then held between the foreign ministries of Turkmenistan and Slovenia.

The Turkmen side was headed by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Myahri Byashimova, and the Slovenian delegation was led by State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of Slovenia Marko Stucin.

During the consultations, a set of topical issues of further strengthening Turkmen-Slovenian relations was considered in detail. An exchange of views on topical aspects of the regional and international agenda also took place.

The diplomats emphasized the constructive activities of states in a multilateral format, primarily on the sidelines of the UN, within which the parties provide mutual support to the international initiatives and undertakings put forward.

The mutual commitment to intensifying bilateral mutually beneficial partnership in various areas with an emphasis on improving the legal framework was confirmed.

Particular emphasis was placed on strengthening cooperation in the trade and economic sphere, where there is significant potential for joint work. In this regard, the importance of intensifying the activities of the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation was emphasized.

Such areas as telecommunications, transport, pharmaceuticals, innovative technologies, trade and others were named as promising areas.

In addition, the parties discussed in detail issues of interaction in the field of cultural and humanitarian cooperation.

Source: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.tm/en/news/5317">Ministry of foreign affairs of Turkmenistan</a>

Current issues of Turkmen-Slovenian partnership were discussed

On June 16, 2025, on the instructions of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, Chairperson of the Mejlis D. Gulmanova received credentials from the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Slovenia to Turkmenistan Alenka Suhadolnik.

The head of the national parliament, on behalf of the head of state, congratulated the diplomat on his appointment to the responsible post and wished him success in strengthening cooperation between the two countries.

In turn, the Ambassador thanked for the kind words and conveyed warm greetings from the leadership of the Republic of Slovenia to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, as well as wishes for well-being and prosperity to the people of Turkmenistan.

During the meeting, the diplomat was introduced to the main directions of Turkmenistan&#39;s domestic and foreign policy, successfully implemented under the leadership of the President of the country. It was noted that strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation with countries of the world, in particular, Europe, is one of the priorities of Turkmenistan&#39;s peace-loving foreign policy strategy.

Also during the conversation, the importance of increasing dialogue between Turkmenistan and the Republic of Slovenia in various areas was emphasized.

At the end of the meeting, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Slovenia to Turkmenistan Alenka Suhadolnik expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and constructive meeting, assuring that she would make every effort to further strengthen friendly relations between the two countries.

Source: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.tm/en/news/5319">Ministry of foreign affairs of Turkmenistan</a>

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Slovenia accredited in Turkmenistan

On June 16, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a working meeting on a digital system with the participation of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers T. Atakhalliyev and velayat hyakims, where issues related to the country&#39;s agricultural sector and the work carried out in the regions were discussed.

The first to speak was the hyakim of the Akhal velayat T. Nurmuradov, who reported on the progress of seasonal agricultural campaigns in the region.

As reported, grain harvesting continues in the velayat, and necessary measures are being taken to ensure its organized implementation, the effective use of agricultural machinery and units, as well as the uninterrupted transportation of the harvested crop to receiving points.

Inter-row cultivation, mineral fertilization and vegetation irrigation are carried out in the region&rsquo;s cotton fields.

In order to further strengthen food abundance in the country, steps are being taken to harvest potatoes and vegetable and melon crops grown on agricultural lands in the velayat.

The hyakim also reported on the progress of construction of social and industrial facilities planned for opening in the region this year in accordance with the Program of the President of Turkmenistan for the socio-economic development of the country in 2022&ndash;2028 and the National Rural Program.

After hearing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov identified the proper conduct of the grain harvest season and the care of cotton fields in the region in compliance with agricultural standards as priority tasks, addressing specific instructions to the hyakim in this regard.

The head of state also ordered that the work carried out within the framework of the country&rsquo;s socio-economic development programs be kept under constant control.

Then the hyakim of the Balkan velayat H. Ashyrmyradov reported on the progress of seasonal agricultural campaigns in the region.

As reported, the wheat harvest continues in the velayat, measures are being taken to fully utilize grain harvesters, vehicles and receiving points, as well as to ensure timely payments to grain producers for the harvested crop.

Along with this, inter-row cultivation, irrigation and mineral fertilization are carried out on the fields of the velayat sown with cotton. Agricultural machinery is used effectively.

Guided by the set tasks to further strengthen food abundance in the country, the harvest of potatoes and other vegetable and melon crops continues in the velayat.

The Khyakim also reported on the progress of construction of facilities planned for commissioning in the region this year in accordance with the Program for the Socio-Economic Development of the Country in 2022&ndash;2028 and the National Rural Program.

After hearing the report, the President of Turkmenistan emphasized the importance of the seasonal work currently being carried out in agriculture and gave the hyakim a number of instructions in this regard to ensure the coordinated activities of all structures participating in the grain harvesting campaign and the care of cotton in compliance with agrotechnical standards.

The head of state also ordered that everything necessary be done to ensure high-quality and timely completion of construction work at facilities scheduled to open in the velayat this year in accordance with the country&#39;s socio-economic development programs.

Then the hyakim of Dashoguz velayat D. Babayev reported on the state of affairs in agriculture in the region.

It was reported that the grain harvest is continuing in an organized manner in the velayat. Measures are being taken to accelerate and harvest wheat without losses, as well as to ensure timely payments to grain producers for the harvest delivered to the state.

In the areas of the region sown with cotton, inter-row cultivation, weeding, fertilizing with mineral fertilizers and watering are carried out in accordance with agricultural technology standards.

At the same time, care for potatoes, vegetables and melons continues in the velayat.

The Khyakim also reported on the pace of construction of cultural, social and industrial facilities scheduled for opening in the region this year in accordance with the &quot;Program of the President of Turkmenistan for the socio-economic development of the country in 2022-2028&quot; and the &quot;National Program of the President of Turkmenistan for the transformation of the social and living conditions of the population of villages, towns, etrap cities and etrap centers for the period up to 2028.&quot;

Summarizing the report, the head of state Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized the importance of timely and loss-free harvesting of grain grown by the hard work of farmers, as well as compliance with agricultural technology requirements when caring for cotton, instructing the hyakim to monitor the work carried out in these areas.

In addition, instructions were given to ensure high-quality implementation of the work planned for this year in the region in accordance with the Program for the Socio-Economic Development of the Country in 2022&ndash;2028 and the National Rural Program.

Then the khyakim of Lebap velayat M. Annanepesov reported on the pace of seasonal agricultural campaigns in the region.

As reported, the wheat harvest is currently ongoing in the velayat. Steps are being taken to ensure the smooth operation of agricultural machinery and receiving points, as well as timely payments to grain producers. Plowing of areas cleared of wheat is underway.

Inter-row cultivation, mineral fertilization and irrigation are carried out on the cotton fields in the region.

Along with the care of spring potatoes and vegetable and melon crops, the harvesting of the grown crop continues. In addition, rice sowing continues in the region.

The hyakim also reported on the progress of construction of cultural, social and industrial facilities planned for commissioning in the region this year in accordance with the &ldquo;Program of the President of Turkmenistan for the socio-economic development of the country in 2022&ndash;2028&rdquo; and the National Rural Program.

Having heard the report, the head of state emphasized that harvesting wheat on time and without losses is one of the main conditions for further strengthening food abundance in the country and instructed the hyakim to take measures for the proper organization of grain harvesting in the region. The emphasis was also placed on the need to carry out seasonal activities in cotton-sown fields within the established agrotechnical terms.

The President of Turkmenistan noted the importance of successfully implementing the tasks set in the country&#39;s socio-economic development programs and instructed the hyakim to keep their implementation in the spotlight.

Then the hyakim of the Mary velayat B. Orazov reported on the progress of current seasonal agricultural work in the region.

As reported, guided by the instructions of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, the necessary measures are being taken to speed up the harvest in the velayat and harvest the grown crop in a short time and without losses, for the proper functioning of grain harvesters, vehicles and receiving points, as well as to ensure timely payments to grain producers.

Inter-row cultivation, mineral fertilization and irrigation are carried out in a coordinated manner in the region&#39;s cotton fields.

Along with this, corresponding work is being carried out to harvest spring potatoes and vegetable and melon crops grown in the velayat and to supply domestic markets with these products.

The sowing of sugar beets continues in the region, and everything necessary is being done to carry out this campaign efficiently and within the established timeframe.

The Khyakim also reported on the progress of construction of cultural, social and industrial facilities scheduled for opening in the region this year in accordance with the Program for the Socio-Economic Development of the Country in 2022&ndash;2028 and the National Rural Program.

Summarizing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted the importance of organized grain harvesting, proper implementation of agricultural measures in cotton fields, efficient use of agricultural machinery, and gave the khyakim a number of specific instructions.

The head of state also ordered to monitor the timely and high-quality implementation of work planned for this year in the region in accordance with the programs for the socio-economic development of Turkmenistan.

Then Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers T. Atakhalliyev reported on the progress of seasonal campaigns in the country&#39;s agriculture.

As reported, work on harvesting wheat continues in the regions, and necessary measures are being taken to ensure the proper functioning of agricultural machinery during the harvest period, uninterrupted transportation of the harvested crop to receiving points, and timely payments to grain producers.

Cotton care activities are carried out at the proper level in the velayats, in particular, inter-row cultivation, fertilization with mineral fertilizers, and irrigation.

At the same time, work continues on caring for rice fields in the Dashoguz velayat in accordance with agricultural standards, sowing rice in the Lebap velayat and sugar beet in the Mary velayat.

Potatoes, vegetables, melons and other food crops are cared for, and the harvested crops are collected.

After hearing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized the important role of the agricultural sector in the country&#39;s economy and noted the need for a comprehensive approach, including the introduction of best practices in production, the efficient use of land and water resources, and technical means for the consistent development of the industry. In this regard, the Deputy Prime Minister was instructed to monitor the progress of agricultural work.

Then, addressing the participants of the working meeting, the head of state once again drew attention to the seasonal activities currently being carried out in the country&#39;s agriculture, ordering that all measures be taken to ensure the organized conduct of the grain harvest, the collection of the crop in the shortest possible time and without losses, as well as the care of the cotton fields in accordance with agricultural technology standards.

Concluding the working meeting on the digital system, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov wished its participants good health, family well-being and great success in their work.

Source: <a href="https://tdh.gov.tm/tk/post/45164/turkmenistanyn-prezidenti-sanly-ulgam-arkaly-maslahatyny-gecirdi-133">State News Agency of Turkmenistan</a>

The President of Turkmenistan held a working meeting on the digital system

Last week, 48 transactions were registered at the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan.

For foreign currency, businessmen from the United Arab Emirates, T&uuml;rkiye and Afghanistan purchased base oil and petroleum road bitumen produced at the technological units of the State Concern &laquo;T&uuml;rkmennebit&raquo;, as well as liquefied gas produced by the State Concern &laquo;T&uuml;rkmenhimi&yacute;a&raquo;.

In addition, for foreign currency, entrepreneurs from the UAE and Kyrgyzstan purchased plain-dyed and jacquard terry products, cotton fabric and yarn. The total amount of transactions amounted to over 2 million 283 thousand US dollars.

For the domestic market, domestic businessmen purchased petrochemical products: polypropylene, base oil, total petroleum coke and petroleum road bitumen (SC &laquo;T&uuml;rkmennebit&raquo;), as well as fine-grained potassium chloride, technical carbon and iodine (SC &laquo;T&uuml;rkmenhimi&yacute;a&raquo;). In addition, licorice root extract, cotton yarn, raw and denim fabric, cotton fiber were sold. The total amount of transactions exceeded 1 billion 139 million manats.

Source: <a href="https://turkmenistan.gov.tm/en/post/96033/total-amount-transactions-scrmet-auctions-amounted-over-2-million-283-thousand-us-dollars">Online newspaper &quot;Turkmenistan: Golden age&quot;</a>

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