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The President of Turkmenistan Conducts a Working Meeting Via Digital System

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov conducted via the digital system a working meeting with the participation of the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers T. Atahalliyev, who supervises the agro-industrial complex, and the hyakims of the velayats, at which the progress of seasonal field work in the country was considered. The first floor was given to Ahal Velayat Hyakim R. Hojaguliyev, who reported on the pace of agricultural campaigns in the region.

21 hours ago

Politics

The Ceremony of Sending off Athletes to the 2024 Olympics Takes Place in Ashgabat

Celebrations on the occasion of sending off the national team of Turkmenistan to the XXXIII Summer Olympic Games to be held in Paris (France) from July 26 till August 11 took place in the Martial Arts Sports Complex of the Olympic Village in the capital. Held every four years, these large-scale competitions gather the best representatives of the sports world from all parts of the planet. In order to increase the international sports authority of the Motherland in the period of the Revival of the New Era of the Powerful State and for the successful performance of our athletes at the forthcoming Olympiad in Paris, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, who is the head of the National Olympic Committee, issued two special resolutions, according to which a programme was developed and an Organising Committee was established to prepare national teams for the XXXIII Summer Olympic Games and the XVII Summer Paralympic Games in the French capital.

21 hours ago

Sport

Connection of Times, Traditions and Generations

In order to ensure the broad participation of representatives of the people in solving important issues of the state and public life, to strengthen the unity and cohesion of society, to creatively improve achievements in the development of national democracy, relying on the centuries-old experience of our glorious ancestors in state administration and following their wise precepts, on July 20, 2024, the Presidium of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan adopted a Resolution on convening the next meeting of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan on September 24, 2024 and holding it in the city of Ashgabat. After gaining sovereignty and declaring state independence, Turkmenistan was faced with the task of determining the path of its further national state building and forming fundamentally different institutions of power and ultimately its own model of state building. A new milestone in the history of the establishment of the Turkmen state was laid by the adoption of the Constitution of Turkmenistan on May 18, 1992. A radical transition to a new type of state system began.

21 hours ago

People

The Path to Sustainable Food Abundance

Ensuring food abundance in the country is one of the priorities of Turkmenistan’s economic policy. The agro-industrial complex plays a crucial role in achieving this goal. Due to the ongoing reforms in agriculture, significant progress has been achieved in this sphere. The use of artificial intelligence technologies opens up unlimited possibilities for ensuring sustainable food abundance. This year, hardworking farmers handed over more than 1 million 400 thousand tonnes of grain to the harman of the Motherland, and successfully fulfilled contractual obligations for harvesting food wheat. In addition, in agriculture, in the six months of 2024, compared with the same period in 2023, the production of vegetables increased by 7.4 per cent, potatoes – by 11.4 per cent, berries and fruit – by 1.2 per cent.

21 hours ago

People

Strengthening the Partnership Will Serve to Universal Wellbeing

Interview with the Permanent Coordinator of the United Nations in Turkmenistan Dmitry Shlapachenko on the visit of the Secretary-General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres to Turkmenistan. NT: As part of a tour of Central Asian countries, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres was on a visit to Ashgabat. What was the key purpose of this visit to Turkmenistan?

21 hours ago

Cooperation

An Important Stage in the Modernisation of the Electric Power Industry

The commissioning of the Balkan–Dashoguz high-voltage power transmission line with a voltage of 500 kilovolts and a total length of 572 kilometres and the new electrical substations, Balkan and Dashoguz with a similar voltage of 500 kilovolts each, which took place in early June of this year with the participation of the President of the country Serdar Berdimuhamedov, became clear evidence of the far-sighted energy policy of the head of state on the reliable and uninterrupted supply of electricity to domestic consumers, the diversification of Turkmen electricity supplies to foreign consumers, the creation of new energy capacities, the improvement of the technical condition and the optimal functioning of distribution systems. Currently, power transmission lines and substations with voltages of 500 kV and above occupy a special place in the modern electric power system of independent Turkmenistan. They include devices designed to transmit or distribute electrical energy through wires located in the open air and attached to supports using traverses (brackets), insulators and reinforcements. Possessing high throughput capacity, power lines-500 are system-forming lines and increase the reliability and efficiency of the power system. In addition, they are powerful intersystem connections, providing large intersystem power flows, thereby increasing the survivability of

21 hours ago

Technology

Roads of Transit Corridors

Highways are an integral part of the transport infrastructure of Turkmenistan. They serve not only for internal freight transportation flows, but also for mutually beneficial international cooperation. An effective example is the Ashgabat–Turkmenabat highway – a key hub of international transportation, which allows improving significantly the transportation of transit goods in the Central Asian region. As President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasises, “The completion of the construction of the Ashgabat–Turkmenabat highway will provide an opportunity to significantly increase the throughput capacity of the country’s transport system and the quality of logistics services. Improving the transport system, in turn, will have a huge impact on the national economy’s dynamics.”

21 hours ago

People

Protecting Nature is Everyone’s Duty

Probably, when heading to Geokdere and Archabil, many residents of Ashgabat notice people in uniforms on the tops of the hills. This is how observation posts work – an annual campaign of the fire danger period that begins on May 1 will last all summer long and first half of autumn. From these equipped posts, the area around is inspected for smoke – the early signs of a starting fire and open fire. These structures are set up near industrial facilities and roads and around state nature reserves. Those on duty are ecologists, additional employees of the Ministry of Environment Protection of Turkmenistan and military personnel of the security, defence and law-enforcement agencies, particularly inspectors and firefighters of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, who are in close partnership. Observers are equipped with loudspeakers, two-way radios and communication devices, binoculars, fire extinguishers and mallets to quickly extinguish fires. Fire safety and prevention measures are implemented in an enhanced mode in the recreational areas at the Kopetdag foothills, where residents and guests of the capital recreate in the shade of trees near the rivers on these summer days. Most observation posts are located in such places. Landscapers and utility workers of the Ashgabat hyakimlik keep the gorges in Archabil and Geokdere clean. Awareness-raising activities are conducted for lovers of

21 hours ago

Nature

The Whole Dynamics of Life

These days, a personal exhibition of a sculptor Orazmurat Gurbanov to mark the 70th anniversary of the master, took place at the Exhibition Centre of the Directorate of Art Exhibitions of the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan. In total, over one hundred bronze works are presented. Having thoroughly studied the life of the Turkmen village, the sculptor embodies in his works images inspired by his own impressions. The main features of author’s style of O. Gurbanov are polyphony of images and dynamism. His works, according to art critics, are distinguished not only by plasticity, but also by a special philosophical view. The master seems to give the viewer something to think about without placing bright accents.

21 hours ago

Culture

Triple Success of Turkmen Football Players

Good news came from the capital of Uzbekistan, Tashkent, where the international football tournament AFL Kids Cup-2024 among children and teenagers ended. Competing in three age groups, Turkmen teams won victories in two competitions and won silver medals in one. Our young compatriots won awards of the highest standard in the age group of athletes born in 2012, where the Batly team distinguished themselves, and in that of sportsmen born in 2014, where the best were the football players of Gökje. In both cases, six teams competed for medals, but it was the Turkmen team that became winners. Moreover, Gökje midfielder Amanmurad Rejepov was recognised as the best player of the tournament.

21 hours ago

Sport

Vacation at Sea – to Improve Health

Summer is the time for holidays and vacations, a time when many people go to relax at the seaside in the wonderful Avaza national tourism zone. A trip to the sea is a joyful event that the whole family looks forward to. However, excessive sun exposure and increased water activity can negatively affect human body. According to medical experts, one of the most common problems of beach holidays is acute intestinal infections. Therefore, when swimming in the sea or pool, try not to swallow water. If possible, spend minimal time in the pool. And after swimming, be sure to take a shower using soap and a washcloth.

21 hours ago

Health

Extended Sitting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan

On July 12, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov conducted an extended sitting of the Cabinet of Ministers, at which the results of the work of economic sectors for six months of the current year were summed up, and the progress in implementing the adopted programmes of the socioeconomic development of the country was discussed. The agenda included the identification of long-term tasks for the second half of the year and personnel issues. Reports from the Deputy Chairmen of the Cabinet of Ministers, a number of heads of government agencies and the hyakims of velayats were also heard.

19 July 2024

Politics

President of Turkmenistan Hears Report on Labour Victories of Agricultural Workers

The Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers in charge of the agro-industrial sector, reported to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov on the fulfilment of contractual obligations on wheat production by diligent grain growers. On this occasion, a solemn event took place at the Oguzhan Presidential Palace Complex. Gratitude was expressed to Arkadagly Hero Serdar for his efforts to ensure the comprehensive development of the agricultural industry, to improve the standard of living of rural workers and to create the most favourable conditions for their productive labour.

19 July 2024

Politics

Care for Children’s Health is a Priority of the State

Children, receiving treatment and restoring their health at the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Centre in the city of Arkadag, were presented with special gifts on behalf of the President of Turkmenistan and the National Leader of the Turkmen people on the occasion of the remarkable labour victory of courageous grain growers. Currently, the social policy implemented by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and based on humanitarian principles, is marked by success.

19 July 2024

People

National Exhibition of Turkmenistan in Tashkent

In Tashkent, the capital of the Republic of Uzbekistan, a two-day National Exhibition of Turkmen Goods, in which various ministries, departments and individuals actively participated, was held. As is known, at the sitting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, held on June 28 of this year in digital format, special attention was paid to the organisation of joint events planned in accordance with the instructions of the President, which were given during the preparation for the 18th meeting of the Joint Turkmen-Uzbek Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technical and Cultural Cooperation, to the next meeting of the Turkmen-Uzbek Business Council and to the organisation of the National Exhibition of products and goods under the brand “Made in Turkmenistan”.

19 July 2024

Cooperation

Digital Banking: Innovative Approach and Progressive Solutions

The Halkbank Joint-Stock Commercial Bank of Turkmenistan has developed and introduced a new system – Digital Credit. The innovative system provides for remote customer service via the Internet, including the creation of benefits using a digital system in obtaining loans for citizens. The entire process of applying for a consumer loan takes place online using a special mobile application. In addition, the full automation of the innovative system allows checking the client’s credit history and determining the maximal loan amount in a matter of seconds, facilitating both borrowing and loan repayment. The received credit funds are credited to a bank card, which in turn directly contributes to an increase in the volume of non-cash payments in the country. It should be noted that large-scale work on the widespread use of the digital system in sectors of the economy of our country, including the banking sphere, is being successfully carried out. And here, using innovative technologies, it is especially important to improve the quality of banking services and to expand their range. Today, the country's banking sector has entered a trajectory of progressive and, at the same time, rapid development. The consistent implementation of banking innovations not only increases the volume of net profit of credit institutions, but also leads to an even more rational use of the time of ever

19 July 2024

People

New Talents Start Shining

The city round of the television competition of amateur young artists “Ýaňlan, Diýarym!” ended with bright performances at an improvised festive site in front of the Ruhiyet Palace in the city of Arkadag. This year, the city stage of this popular talent show, traditionally held as part of the competition “Türkmeniň Altyn asyry” proclaimed by the President of Turkmenistan and devoted to the Independence Day of the Motherland, was held for the first time in the new city of Arkadag.

19 July 2024

Culture

Friendship Has no Boundaries

The Turkmen State Institute of Culture actively promotes international cooperation in various areas. For example, the creative teams and lecturers from the Institute have taken part recently in the Days of Culture of Turkmenistan and other events marking the anniversary of the great philosopher and poet Magtymguly Pyragy in Japan, France, the People’s Republic of China, Türkiye, Qatar, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan. The events, aimed at promoting tourism, is no less significant. For example, the Turkmen delegation, consisting of a lecturer at the Faculty of Cultural Heritage of the Turkmen State Institute of Culture Hurma Durdiyeva, took part in the festive events marking the declaration the Uzbek city of Shakhrisabz the Tourism Capital of the Economic Cooperation Organisation (ECO) in 2024. Taking into account the rich history and cultural heritage of this ancient city, which is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, this decision was taken at the 4th ECO Ministerial Meeting on Tourism, which was held online in December 2022.

19 July 2024

Education

Double Success of Turkmen Rally Raid Drivers

The Turkmen rally raid drivers achieved great success in the 14th International Silk Road Rally Raid that stretched over 5,000 kilometres from the Russian city of Tomsk to the capital of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar. Our compatriots, the brothers Shohrat and Merdan Toilyevs won silver medals in the T2 off-road racing class, and Maksatmyrat Danatarov and Didar Orazmedov became bronze medallists in the same class. M. Danatarov and D. Orazmedov from Ashgabat, who represent the team of the Motor Sports Federation of Turkmenistan, completed the eighth stage of the rally raid, which ran about 500 km through the Altai Territory, as winners, and the Toilyev brothers were the second to finish. This speaks of the high professionalism of our rally raid drivers.

19 July 2024

Sport

Seaside Vacation Is Recommended for Health

In the summer, during school holidays and work vacations, many choose to relax on the ecologically clean Turkmen shore of the Caspian Sea – in the Avaza national tourism zone. The healing properties of the coastal microclimate are an undeniable advantage of vacation. Studies have shown that sea air and water are similar in composition to human blood plasma, which has a positive effect on health. A holiday by the sea will not only give you relaxation, a boost of energy and strength, but will also improve your health and replenish the balance of microelements and vitamins in the body. Relaxing at sea for preventive and health purposes is recommended for people of any age. Doctors advise using the power of nature to benefit health in the presence of diagnoses such as chronic fatigue and depressive conditions, asthma and other lung diseases, hypertension, atherosclerosis and diseases of the nervous system.

19 July 2024

People