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In Accordance with the Course Set

In the period of the Revival of the New Era of the Powerful State, the main goal of the policy of the respected President Serdar Berdimuhamedov is to ensure the further comprehensive socioeconomic development of the country and to improve the living standards of the people based on the digital transformation of all spheres of life of society and the state. A vivid confirmation of the success of this policy is the implementation of a grandiose urban development project – the “smart” city of Arkadag, initiated by the Hero-Arkadag. In order to harmoniously and sustainably develop all systems of the city of Arkadag, to regularly provide comfortable conditions for living, working and resting and to further improve the social and living standards of the population, the Conception of Arkadag City Development in 2024–2052 was approved by the Decree of the President of Turkmenistan on September 24, 2024. “Smart city” is a city convenient for living and working. The first unique “smart” city in the Central Asian region was built in one of the beautiful parts of our country, based on innovative technologies and the bold ideas and decisions of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. According to experts from authoritative international organisations, the city of Arkadag serves as an example of integrated d

New Edition of the Collection of Poems by Pyragy in the Kyrgyz Language

On October 17, a ceremony was held at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan to introduce the new edition of the collection of poems titled «Magtymguly» by the great Eastern philosopher and wise poet Magtymguly Pyragy, published in the Kyrgyz language. During the event, an exhibition was organized showcasing the works of national visual and applied arts from Central Asian countries, as well as books dedicated to the life and creativity of Magtymguly Pyragy.

The presentation ceremony of the collection of the poems by Magtymguly Pyragy translated into the Uzbek language

On the 16th of October the presentation ceremony of the collection of poems by Magtymguly Pyragy translated into the Uzbek language was held at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The representatives of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan the heads of Diplomatic Missions of foreign countries in Turkmenistan, the representatives of mass corresponding means, professor- teachers and students took part in presentation. In the main building the exhibition showing the cultural values of the Turkmen an Uzbek peoples was also organized. This valuable exhibition showing the national cultural heritage of the two fraternal peoples made a great pleasant influence.

UNESCO certificate awarded in Arkadag for preserving horse breeding traditions

«7/24.tm»: №43 (230) 21.10.2024 On October 12, a ceremony was held in the city of Arkadag to award a UNESCO certificate on the inclusion of «Akhal-Teke horse breeding art and horse decoration traditions» in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This was reported by the State Information Agency TDH.

Valentina Zherdeva from Ashgabat celebrated her 101st birthday

«7/24.tm»: №43 (230) 21.10.2024 On October 13, Ashgabat resident Valentina Yakovlevna Zherdeva celebrated her 101st birthday. At the age of 20, she was drafted into the army and participated in the Great Patriotic War, where she operated anti-aircraft batteries and received many awards for her service. After the war, she worked at enterprises in Ashgabat, became a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. This was reported by the Ashgabat Social Services Institution of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of Turkmenistan.

Next issue of Arkadagly Ýaşlar Magazine released

«7/24.tm»: №42 (229) 14.10.2024 The next issue of Arkadagly Yaslar eMagazine of the Central Council of Magtymguly Youth Organisation of Turkmenistan has been released. The 33rd anniversary of sacred Independence and the tasks set at the recent Mejlis of Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan are the main topics of the first autumn issue of the magazine.

Flower laying ceremony was held at the monument to Magtymguly Fragi n Ashgabat

Today, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, participated in the ceremony of laying flowers at the monument to Magtymguly Fragi, erected in a picturesque corner of Kopetdag. The ceremony was also attended by the chairman of the Mejlis, deputy chairmen of the Cabinet of Ministers, leaders of military and law enforcement agencies, the mayor of Ashgabat, representatives of the Halk Maslahaty and the national parliament, leaders and representatives of political parties, public organizations, ministries and departmental management bodies, diplomatic missions in Turkmenistan and international organizations, and student youth.

Turkmenistan’s Hero Sets a Unique World Record

 «7/24.tm»: №40 (227) 30.09.2024  Cosmonaut Oleg Kononenko, who returned from the International Space Station (ISS) on September 23, has spent a total of 1,111 days in space, setting an absolute world record. During this unique flight, which was his fifth space journey, he celebrated his 60th birthday in orbit.

Honours to the Holiness of the Mother

«Türkmenistan Sport», № 3 (23), 2024 A conference was held at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan to mark the translation into Farsi of the book by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov “Worshipping Mother – Worshipping a Sacred Person”. This event is vivid evidence of the great veneration of mothers in our country.

Twin cities bring countries and peoples closer together

«Türkmenistan Sport», № 3 (23), 2024 Twinning of cities is an important step towards fostering mutually beneficial economic, cultural and humanitarian relations between countries, because it opens up vast horizons of cooperation both between cities and, on a significant scale, between states.

Road Safety Is the Peace of Our Life

«Türkmenistan Sport», № 3 (23), 2024 A conference on the Road Safety is the Peace of Our Life campaign took place at the International Training and Research Centre of the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry on the first autumn day. Employees of the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, public organisations, students and representatives of the media and international organisations took part in the conference.

The President of Turkmenistan and the National Leader of the Turkmen people participated in the sadaqah

Today, with the participation of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, Hero-Arkadag, and President Arkadagly Hero Serdar, a sadaqah was held at the Turkmenbashi Ruhy Mosque in honor of the 33rd anniversary of the sacred independence of the Motherland and the successful conclusion of the Halk Maslahaty meeting of Turkmenistan. As is known, at the nationwide forum held on September 24, Hero-Arkadag addressed the participants with a proposal to hold a joint sadaqah at the Turkmenbashi Ruhy Mosque, following the traditions of our ancestors, which was unanimously supported. 

Interviews with participants of the international exhibition

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Release of the 20th issue of the «Arkadagly Ýaşlar» magazine

«7/24.tm»:№39 (226) 23.09.2024 The jubilee 20th issue of the

The XXV Conference of the Humanitarian Association of Turkmen of the World Held in Ashgabat

The 25th Conference of the Humanitarian Association of Turkmen of the World was held at the Centre for Public Organisations. Representatives of Turkmen diasporas from a number of foreign countries and delegates from all regions of the Motherland took part in the forum, which was held on the eve of the country’s main holiday – Independence Day.

Triumph of the Arkadag Smart City Conception

«7/24.tm»:№38 (225) 16.09.2024 The new city of Arkadag, which appeared on the map of Turkmenistan just a year ago, has already received worldwide recognition. At the World Smart City Expo (WSCE 2024) held in the Republic of Korea, the smart city of Arkadag was the only one among the participants to receive the Excellence Award, presented for outstanding achievements. Arkadag was also noted in the Foreign City Award and WSCE 2024 Contribution Award nominations.

New International Awards of the City of Arkadag

In order to participate in the World Smart City Expo on the basis of the relevant Order recently signed by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, to meet in the Republic of Korea with manufacturers of medical equipment needed to form the medical cluster of the city of Arkadag and to acquaint themselves with specialised factories on the ground, members of the delegation of Turkmenistan these days paid a working visit to the city of Seoul, Republic of Korea. At the World Smart City Expo held simultaneously with the visit, the Turkmen delegation presented a pavilion devoted to the smart city of Arkadag, which as a result received three awards. In the World Smart City Expo, representatives of the provinces of the Republic of Korea, local and foreign companies and various foreign countries, including Turkmenistan, the People’s Republic of China, Japan, Malaysia, the Kingdom of Thailand, the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, the Kingdom of Denmark, Finland and the State of Israel took part. The exhibition featured 116 pavilions with the participation of representatives at the level of ministers, deputy ministers and governors from more than 60 countries.

Eiffel’s descendants oppose keeping Olympic rings on their ancestor’s tower

«7/24.tm»:№37 (224) 09.09.2024 Descendants of engineer Gustave Eiffel have spoken out against the decision of Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo to leave the Olympic rings on the Eiffel Tower. In their opinion, the world-famous tower, which is a symbol of Paris and France, has a broader purpose than its permanent association with the Olympic Games, MIR 24 reports.

Honours to the Holiness of the Mother

A ceremonial conference was held at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan to mark the translation into Farsi of the book by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Worshipping Mother – Worshipping a Sacred Person. The event became vivid evidence of the great veneration of mothers in our country. The conference was attended by creative workers, masters of art, representatives of public organisations and diplomats. Those gathered acquainted themselves with an exhibition of works of decorative and applied arts of the Turkmen people, organised in the foyer of the Institute.

Winter Wheat Sowing Starts in the Country

On September 4, winter wheat sowing began in the Ahal, Balkan, Dashoguz, Lebap and Mary velayats of the country. This important agricultural campaign began with the blessing of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov. At a digital sitting of the Cabinet of Ministers on August 30, the Head of Turkmenistan noted that in the period of the Revival of the New Era of the Powerful State, all the necessary conditions are being created for farmers to work fruitfully and to grow rich harvests.