Arriving on the eve of a working visit to Lebap province, President Gurbanguly Berdymuhamedov held an extended enlarged meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers at the Ruhiyet Palace, where some issues of state life were discussed.
Initially, the Speaker of the Parliament G. Mammadov briefed on the activities of the National Parliament on the further modernization of the country's legal and legal framework, which is being carried out in the context of the socially-oriented policy being implemented under the leadership of the Head of State, as well as on the explanatory and explanatory work.
Based on the proposals received from the Cabinet of Ministers, industry ministries and departments, the main directions of the further legislative activity of the Mejlis are determined. The working plan envisages improvement of the legislation in the field of protection of the rights and freedoms of citizens, strengthening of law and order, increase of social and living standard of the population.
Parliament plans to draft and adopt a large package of laws related to the foreign policy of our state, the efficient use of investments, the introduction of achievements in science and technology, innovation, digital economy, business development, entrepreneurship and public-private partnership in the national economy, health, physical culture and sports, nature and environment.
Preparations are underway for the election of members of the People's Council of the National Council of Turkmenistan, a number of normative legal acts and provisions arising from the Electoral Code and related to the organization of this campaign.
President Gurbanguly Berdymuhamedov focused on the need for the head of the national parliament to continue his legislative work strictly in line with the priorities of state development at the present stage, as well as universally recognized norms of international law.
The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs R. Meredov reported on the results of the Turkmen delegation's official visit to the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan on January 8-9, 2021, which was to be discussed.
A number of constructive talks were held in Kabul with high-ranking representatives of the Afghan government. In particular, political consultations were held, which resulted in the adoption of a cooperation program between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan for 2021-2022.
In addition, the 6th meeting of the joint Turkmen-Afghan working group on security issues was held in Kabul, according to which the relevant protocol was signed.
After listening to the report, President Gurbanguly Berdymuhamedov stressed that the development of constructive cooperation with Afghanistan is among the priority vectors of Turkmenistan's foreign policy course, based on the principles of positive neutrality, trustworthiness, trustworthiness, trustworthiness, trust and trust. The head of state stressed that Turkmenistan will continue to implement large-scale infrastructure projects in Afghanistan.
In this regard, President Gurbanguly Berdymukhamedov gave a number of relevant instructions to the Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister of Foreign Affairs on the comprehensive implementation of joint projects.
Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers M. Mammadov reported on the state of affairs in the subdivisions scheduled for January for cultural events and celebrations on the occasion of the opening of objects of socio-cultural purpose in the context of the motto of the year “Turkmenistan - the implementation of the program” anniversary of the Independence of the Motherland.
The Deputy Prime Minister also presented to the Head of State a draft resolution “On the abolition of the posts of Deputy Editor of some newspapers”.
Summarizing the report, President Gurbanguly Berdymuhammedov emphasized the special role of the culture and media in introducing the international community to the country's achievements.
In this work it is necessary to actively use the techniques and methods of multimedia journalism, digital technologies, as well as to expand the exchange of experience with the profile structures of other countries, the head of state said, giving specific instructions to the Deputy Prime Minister.
The leader of the nation instructed the Deputy Prime Minister to prepare comprehensively and ensure a high level of all cultural events to be held in 2021 under the motto “Turkmenistan - Motherland of Peace and Trust”, and celebrations on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the country's independence.
After signing the document, the head of state emphasized the importance of the planned improvement of mass media in the context of the tasks facing domestic journalism at the present stage.
Then Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers G. Mushshikov reported on the reaffirmation of the structure and staff schedule of the central offices of the hyakimliks of the provinces and the city of Ashgabat.
It is reported that the relevant work is currently being carried out within the framework of the “Digital Economy Development Concept in Turkmenistan in 2019-2025” and the implementation of the instructions of the national leader on the introduction of the digital system in the economy and the creation of an electronic database system
In this regard, it was reported that the work on the establishment of the central departments of the provincial and city hyakimliks of the Department of Information Security and Digital Technologies, consisting of three official units, according to the staff schedule.
The Deputy Prime Minister also proposed to reorganize and rename a number of departments in the provincial and metropolitan chemistry departments and to introduce the position of Chief Lawyer for consideration.
Summarizing the report, the President noted that in the context of rapidly developing market relations, more and more forms and types of organization of economic activity are emerging, which are most adapted to the current economic situation in the world economy. For the successful functioning and increase of competitiveness of enterprises, the management structure of all institutions should be optimized, said the head of Turkmenistan.
The modernization of the activities of public administration, the introduction of the digital system will contribute to the successful implementation of the Program of socio-economic development of the country for 2019-2025 and other programs for the further prosperity of the independent Fatherland and society.
In general, endorsing the proposals in this direction, the leader of the nation demanded to accelerate the pace of planned work.
President Gurbanguly Berdymuhammedov's specific instructions were to ensure strict control over the timely implementation of the measures set out in the Digitalization Concept and the country's Socio-Economic Development Program for 2019-2025.
Then Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers M. Meredov reported on the state of affairs in the supervised sphere and the work being carried out to further improve the activities of the oil and gas complex.
The draft resolution “On approval of volumes of oil products for domestic consumers of Turkmenistan for 2021” was submitted for consideration by the President.
President Gurbanguly Berdymukhamedov noted the importance of the planned increase in oil and natural gas production and processing, the production of various petrochemical products, and the expansion of its range.
The Head of State ordered to intensify the work on the implementation of modern resource-saving technologies in the industry, to keep under constant control the implementation of large infrastructure projects aimed at strengthening the export potential of energy enterprises.
Having signed the above-mentioned Resolution, the President instructed the Deputy Prime Minister to ensure the proper implementation of his provisions.
Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Sh. Durdylyev reported on the state of affairs in the spheres of interest, in particular, the work being carried out to expand and modernize the infrastructure of the electric power and chemical industry.
It was stressed that the commissioning of a new 500 kV power line from the Kerkinskaya power plant would significantly increase the volume of electricity supplies from Turkmenistan to the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.
The Deputy Prime Minister also briefed on the steps being taken to establish new types of chemical products for agricultural purposes.
It is reported that on the basis of the Turkmenabat chemical plant named after S.A. Niyazov, using modern innovative technologies and specialized equipment, it is planned to set up a production of fine-grained sulfur with an annual capacity of at least 20 thousand tons.
After hearing the report, President Gurbanguly Berdymuhamedov stressed the importance of steadily increasing the volume and assortment of chemical products produced in the country, which is in high demand both in the domestic and foreign markets.
In this regard, the Deputy Prime Minister was instructed to work out in detail the issues of technical re-equipment of the enterprises of the domestic chemical industry and the establishment of the production of new types of products on the basis of the richest local resources.
Speaking about the commissioning of the power line, which will bring light and heat to the homes of the Afghan people and ensure reliable energy supply to important industrial and social facilities, the leader stressed that Turkmenistan would continue to take concrete steps to take concrete steps.
Involvement of Afghanistan in the implementation of major energy, transport and communications projects on the rights of a full-fledged partner is a key factor in ensuring security and sustainable development in Central Asia, President Gurbanguly Berdymuhammedov said, instructing the Deputy Prime Minister to ensure that the extended meeting was attended by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers B. Ovezov, who reported on the change in the organizational and legal structure of the production association “Deryayollary” (“River Ways”) and its transformation into a joint-stock company.
The founders of JSC "Deryayollary" will be the shareholders of the agency “Turkmendenizderyayollary” (“Turkmen sea and river routes”), the International seaport of the city of Turkmenbashi and the closed joint-stock company “Sea merchant fleet”.
After hearing the report, President Gurbanguly Berdymukhamedov noted that in recent years large-scale work has been carried out in our country on the development of transport corridors, which contributes to Turkmenistan's recognition as an important transit hub of the continent. In this context, the President pointed out the need to modernize the industry infrastructure and the introduction of the latest technologies.
At the same time, the leader of the nation focused on the tight control over improving the quality of services in the field of passenger and freight transport in all forms of transport, providing modern types of communication. The issues of development of the transport complex will continue to be among the priorities of our policy, the head of state said.
Touching upon the privatization of the subordinate transport sector, the Turkmen leader stressed that the economic effect of privatization of state property should contribute to the further advancement of progress in the country.
Noting the importance of clear implementation of the priority tasks in this direction, the leader of the nation instructed the Deputy Prime Minister to make every effort to implement the planned plans.
Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Ch. Gilyjov reported on the work being carried out on the reconstruction of trade and industrial facilities in Lebap province.
The Deputy Prime Minister reported that the Lebap Provincial Association of Consumer Societies under the Ministry of Trade and Foreign Economic Relations plans to build 10 modern stores.
In particular, in 2021 the reconstruction of the Central Market in Turkmenabat, as well as the modernization of large stores in the Chardjevsky, Dianevsky, Sayat and Farap districts and the creation of modern markets are planned.
In addition, on the basis of production facilities located in the industrial zone of the city of Turkmenabat, it is planned to create a factory for the production of pasta, as well as a plant for the preservation of vegetables and fruits.
It is expected that new jobs will be created with the entry of these objects.
After hearing the report, President Gurbanguly Berdymuhamedov noted that the trade sector was one of the leading sectors demonstrating the leading positions and achievements of the national economy in the context of transition to market relations.
In this context, the main tasks are to increase the volume of trade turnover and saturation of the domestic market with products, as well as increase the production of export-oriented goods.
Emphasizing the need for high quality, expanding the range of products, further developing the service and marketing sphere not only in the capital but also in the provinces of the country, the nation's leader addressed specific instructions to the Deputy Prime Minister to control the implementation of the planned actions Lebap velayat.
Then the floor was given to the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers M. Geldiniyazov, who reported on the work on the preparation for the celebration of the 300th anniversary of the birth of the great philosopher and poet of East Mahtumkuli Fragi.
As it was noted, a number of events are planned for the forthcoming 2024 anniversary of the outstanding classics of Turkmen literature. In particular, Mahtumkuli Fragi, who has entered the golden treasure of all mankind, intends to create a special dedicated Internet portal dedicated to his life, for the purpose of deep study and wide popularization in the world of the rich literary heritage of the world.
It should be noted that in recent years the Mahtumkuli poetic collections have been translated into many languages of the world, including Turkish, Russian, English, Azerbaijani, Arabic, Armenian, Belarusian, Kazakh, Uzbek, Tajik, Georgian, Ukrainian, and others.
The Deputy Prime Minister said that for the first time, it is also planned to create the “Mahtumkuli Fragi Encyclopedia”, which includes all information related to the poet, through modern digital technologies; to prepare in digital and printed format “Diwan (collection) Mahtumkuli Fragi”; to translate the poems of the Turkmen poet into different languages of the world and to carry out their solemn presentations, book exhibitions, creative meetings, to prepare research works.
In collaboration with international organizations it is planned to study and popularize the literary heritage of the poet-philosopher at the world level. To this end, an International Scientific Conference is planned to be held in Ashgabat in 2024.
The Deputy Prime Minister addressed the Head of State on the drafting of the relevant Resolution on International Celebration of the upcoming 300th anniversary of the birth of the philosopher-poet Mahtumkuli Fragi.
After hearing the report, President Gurbanguly Berdymuhamedov stressed the importance of the work being done on a thorough study of the millennial cultural heritage of the ancestors, whose pearl is rightfully the work of a world-renowned genius poet, thinker, and thinker.
Noting the importance of the upcoming events, the leader of the nation instructed to set up an organizing committee to prepare for the celebration of a significant date in order to hold all the planned celebrations at a high level.
Makhtumkuli Fragi monument, erected in the foothills of the Kopetdag in the foothills of Turkmenistan, will be another symbol of deep respect for the current generations of the rich Turkmen poet and thinker.
- Today, centuries later, the poetic lines of the great son of the Turkmen people, calling for love for the Motherland, unity and brotherhood, do not lose their relevance, finding a response in every heart. In tribute to the true patriot of his native land, the brightest speaker of many generations, the Turkmen, we must organize events at the highest level in honor of the 300th anniversary of the poet and continue to introduce the broad public, the public and the public to him. - the appropriate instructions for the establishment of the organizing committee.
Then the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers E. Orazgeldiyev reported on the preparations for spring field work in the regions and on the care of winter wheat crops.
It was noted that preparations are being made for the spring sowing of cotton, including agricultural lands and seeds. In addition, the provinces are repairing and preparing agricultural machinery and equipment that will be used during the campaign.
After hearing the report, President Gurbanguly Berdymuhamedov gave specific instructions to the Deputy Prime Minister on the implementation of agricultural development programs and reforms in the agrarian sector.
The Head of State noted the importance of the work currently underway in the country's fields laying the groundwork for future rich crops of wheat, cotton and other agricultural crops, and ordered to ensure their full compliance with agro-technical requirements.
The Deputy Prime Minister was instructed to further develop the livestock industry, increase production and expand the range of agricultural products in the country.
The floor was then given to the mayor of Lebap province, Sh. Amangeldiyev, who reported on the state of affairs in the eastern region.
President Gurbanguly Berdymuhammedov addressed the hyakim with specific instructions on ensuring the development of the socio-economic infrastructure and improving the social and living conditions of the people of the province, observing the quality of construction works on the planned and put into operation properties.
The meeting also discussed a number of other issues of state life, according to which the relevant decisions were taken, the newspaper “Neutral Turkmenistan” reported today.
