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Sitting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov conducted via the digital system a regular sitting of the Cabinet of Ministers to discuss the issues of the socioeconomic development of the country and a number of draft documents. The Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers H. Geldimyradov was the first to speak, he reported on the work done to develop the local budget of Arkadag City.

Turkmenistan–Iran: Following the Course of Centuries-Old Friendship and Good Neighbourliness

The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov was on a two-day working visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran. …The traditionally friendly nature of the relations between Turkmenistan and Iran gains new content with every passing year, as evidenced by the rapid dynamics of the development of the productive dialogue in all key areas, primarily in the economic sphere.

The Working Visit of the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan to the Islamic Republic of Iran Comes to an End

The working visit of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov to the Islamic Republic of Iran came to an end. As part of his working trip to Iran, the National Leader of the Turkmen people visited the industrial holding of Iran MAPNA Group. Upon the arrival, Arkadag Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov was warmly welcomed by the leaders and representatives of the complex, who emphasised the interest of Iranian partners in building up mutually beneficial contacts with Turkmenistan. The National Leader of the Turkmen people was familiarised in detail with the activities of the Group, which unites dozens of companies.

Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation in Action

The Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation allocates on a continuous basis funds for surgeries on children in need of guardianship. The crucial aspects of the society-centred policy of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov are to provide comprehensive care of children, to create conditions conducive to their physical and moral development and to ensure the rights of young citizens of Turkmenistan to education and health care, among others. The efforts aimed at ensuring a prosperous and happy life for children are driven primarily by the highest responsibility of the President for the fate of the Motherland and its worthy and bright future. The National Leader of the Turkmen people emphasises it is the attitude towards the younger generation and the creation of the starting conditions for young people to reveal their potential that determines the social and spiritual health of modern Turkmen society and the continuity of its spiritual and moral values.

Collection of Magtymguly’s Manuscripts Included in the International Memory of the World Register

Good news came from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), which is a specialised body of the United Nations. The 216th session of the UNESCO Executive Board was held at the headquarters of this structure in Paris from May 10 to 24, during which it was unanimously decided to include the collection of manuscripts of the Turkmen philosopher and poet Magtymguly Pyragy in the UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register.

Welcoming Sum­mer

A particularly long-awaited time for schoolchildren is approaching – the beginning of the summer season at children’s health centres, of which there are about thirty in our country in total. Most of them are located near Ashgabat: in the unique natural health resort Geokdere in a kind of “bowl” formed by the foothills of the Kopetdag Mountains, eight - on the Caspian coast, in Avaza and Hazar, and the remaining five - in the velayats. The readiness of all children’s health resorts for the beginning of the summer season is known to have been discussed at a sitting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, held last Friday in a digital format. It was emphasised that owing to the tireless care of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov for the younger generation, children in our country lived a happy life. Every year during the summer vacation season, they can fully relax and strengthen their health at health centres in various parts of our country, where targeted events, aimed at the harmonious development of children, the identification and disclosure of their multifaceted talents and capabilities, are traditionally held.

Expansion of Fruitful Partnerships for the Common Wellbeing

The Head of State Participates in the First Central Asia–China Summit President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, who was on a working visit to the People’s Republic of China, took part in the First Central Asia–China Summit.

Meeting of the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan With a Member of the Ruling Family of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Promising areas of the actively developing multifaceted cooperation were discussed at the meeting of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov with a member of the ruling family of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Emir Mohammed bin Saad bin Khalid Al Saud. Expressing gratitude for the time devoted to the meeting, the guest conveyed warm greetings from the King and Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia and personally expressed sincere condolences to the Hero-Arkadag on the occasion of the death of his mother, Ogulabat Berdimuhamedova.

Second Meeting of the Elders’ Council under the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Aid to Children in Need of Guardianship

The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov chaired the Second Meeting of the Elders’ Council under the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Aid to Children in Need of Guardianship. Presenting the agenda, the Hero-Arkadag announced the decision to discuss the work done by the Council members, preparations for the upcoming events of national importance, in particular, for the celebrations on the 32nd anniversary of independence of the Motherland, the launch of the grain harvest campaign, the current situation in urban and rural areas and the tasks for the future.

Achievements and Potential of the Turkmen Capital City are in the Spotlight

 XXII International Universal Exhibition “White City of Ashgabat” The XXII International Universal Exhibition “White City of Ashgabat”, organised by the Ashgabat City Administration and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the country, was held in the capital.

Happy birthday, our beloved city!

Residents of Ashgabat traditionally celebrated City Day on May 25. This year, our capital celebrated its 142nd anniversary. In all corners of the city, one could feel the atmosphere of the holiday, and solemn events – concerts, theatrical performances and exhibitions – were held.

An Adornment of Wildlife

This large bird with magnificent plumage is a representative of one of the numerous families in the order Galliformes. According to its distribution, the pheasant is a southern bird, found in Western, Central and Southeast Asia, inhabiting the forests of Eastern Tibet and Southern and Western China. In the Commonwealth of Independent States, pheasants live along the banks of the Volga River, in the river valleys of the North Caucasus and Transcaucasia, near Lake Balkhash, the Amur River and Primorye. Four subspecies are found in our country: Phasianus colchicus chrysomelas is common in the lower reaches of the Amudarya River, Phasianus colchicus zarudnyi – along the middle course of the river, Phasianus colchicus principalis settles in the tugai forests of the Tejen and Murgab valleys and the Karakum River, and Phasianus colchicus persicus can be found along the banks of the Sumbar and Etrek Rivers. This wild bird resembles domestic chickens in appearance; it is slightly smaller in size and has a thin long tail. Males with yellow-brown plumage, iridescent metallic, golden and purple hues are very beautiful. The adults weigh up to 2 kilogrammes. Females are smaller than males and have a more inconspicuous grey-sand colour. Pheasants spend most of their lives on the ground, feeding on small animals and insects, including ants, wood lice, spiders, worms and snails. Their plant foo

Turkmenistan–China: the Course for Strengthening the Strategic Partnership is Confirmed

Negotiations between the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and the President of the People’s Republic of China Xi Jinping President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, who had arrived on a working visit to the capital of the Shanxi province of the People’s Republic of China to participate in the Central Asia–China Summit, held talks with the President of China Xi Jinping.

National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Participates in Festive Events on the Occasion of the Day of the Constitution and the State Flag of the Country

On May 18, independent and neutral Turkmenistan widely and solemnly celebrated the national holiday – the Day of the Constitution and the State Flag of the country. The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov took part in the celebrations held in the capital near the Constitution Monument and in the square near the Main Flag on the occasion of the significant date. Being the main state symbols of the country, the Basic Law and the green Banner embody the inviolability of the foundations of the independence and sovereignty of the Motherland, the indestructible unity of the Turkmen people and their unwavering commitment to the high ideals of peace, humanism, kindness and creation. All this is the basis of the progressive domestic and foreign policy of Turkmenistan, consistently pursued by the Head of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and winning the universal support and recognition of the international community.

Provision with Housing – Priority of State Policy

The relay race of celebrations held in the Turkmen capital at the state level on the occasion of the Day of the Constitution and the State Flag of Turkmenistan continued in the modern residential complex Parahat-7. There, with the participation of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, the opening ceremony of a 9-storey 54-flat (3-and 4-room) house with an improved layout was held.

Our Basic Law

The Constitution is the political and legal basis for the development of society at every historical stage. This year we are celebrating the 31st anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution of Turkmenistan. Much has changed in the life of our society and state over the years. The Constitution of independent Turkmenistan was adopted on May 18, 1992. This date is included in the calendar of public holidays as the Day of the Constitution of Turkmenistan and the State Flag of Turkmenistan. The Constitution is the Basic Law of the country. It was adopted during the transitional period of the formation of an independent and sovereign state. The Constitution has proved its viability and relevance and has made a significant contribution to the stability of the domestic political and economic situation. Domestic experience shows that the Constitution of Turkmenistan is a result of the unity of the people and political consent. Being a legal phenomenon, defining the foundations for the organisation and functioning of public authorities and interaction between society and the state, it is a necessary political and legal instrument that reflects its model of the constitutional structure and other vital issues of state and social construction. The Constitution today secures the achieved level of public relations.

Pattern Embroidered for Happiness

National embroidery, being a part of the decorative and applied arts of the Turkmen people, which has its roots in ancient times, is an original and peculiar phenomenon. Like the famous Turkmen carpets, it has not only been preserved in its original form, but has also been developed in the works of modern skilled needlewomen. Of course, handmade embroidery has a certain intrinsic value, the presence of its creator, her individuality and spirituality are always felt in it. It contains a kind of message in which the mood, thoughts and feelings of the craftswoman are reflected. The articles embroidered by Turkmen needlewomen can be compared with fine arts, which are part of visual communication, a reflection of reality, an expression of something meaningful and exciting. The ethnic history, the mystical sacredness of the sign-symbolic letter, addressed, ultimately, not only to the contemporaries, but also to future generations, is reflected in the Turkmen national embroidery. Our talented grandmothers and great-grandmothers were engaged in needlework, weaving carpets and rugs, making felt mats, knitting and weaving various amulets – “alaja”, “jähek”, “aldymgaç”. Their golden hands did not know fatigue, their creativity is worthy of surprise, and their work is admirable! Putting a piece of their soul into every item, they have been creating unique products for centuries: whether it

Restorer is a Vocation

From time immemorial, the Turkmen land has been known as one of the centres of scientific knowledge and culture, and therefore, the heritage that has survived to this day arouses fascination with its uniqueness and large scale. Today, the interest in the study of manuscripts created and stored in Turkmenistan is growing in many countries of the world, which causes special pride. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov notes, “It is known that the ultimate task set before the educational sector is to bring up the well-educated younger generation with a broad outlook and devoted to the Motherland, the people and the great values of their ancestors. Through education, we are therefore transforming our cultural and spiritual life, comprehensively strengthening the position of our independent state in the world and building our great future with a solid foundation… on the interests of people, national and universal values and on humane traditions.” The opening of the Faculty of Reconstruction and Restoration of the National Heritage at the State Institute of Culture was a significant event, especially for us, professional restorers, because it is very important to bring up worthy successors of masters of their craft, so that the ancient writings continue to live in the future.

Dargan Fortress

Excursions to historical monuments, which the Lebap velayat is especially rich in, have become traditional for students of secondary educational institutions of our region. So recently, we with school students visited the vicinity of the Dargan settlement-fortress, the very name of which, according to the definition of Arab linguists, means: “barrier”, “barrage”, “dam”. Five kilometres from the Dargan fortress, over time, a settlement appeared, and then the modern town of Darganata. It is one of the towns of the Lebap velayat in the north-eastern region of Turkmenistan, bordering with Uzbekistan. Residents of Darganata are proud of the nature conservation objects located there. On the territory of Dargan, there is a mausoleum of the 14th century, called by the locals the tomb of Abu Muslim. According to the preserved inscription on the door of the mausoleum, it was built in 1371-1372 (in 773 according to Muslim chronology).

President of Turkmenistan Attends the Coronation Ceremony of the King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, who was on a working visit to the United Kingdom, attended the coronation ceremony of the King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Charles III and his wife, the Queen Consort. In the first half of the day, the Head of Turkmenistan from The Biltmore Mayfair Hotel proceeded to the event venue – Church House, located in the heart of Westminster Abbey and being not only the largest church in London, but also the centre of the state life of the country. There, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov was warmly welcomed by the heads of the British Foreign Office.