The XVI International Scientific Conference “Turkmen Horse and the World Art of Horse Breeding” was held at the International Academy of Horse Breeding named after Aba Annayev in the city of Arkadag, reports the State News Agency of Turkmenistan.
The event was timed to coincide with the National Turkmen Horse Holiday, celebrated annually on the last Sunday of April.
The conference participants noted that Ahal-Teke horses are a unique cultural property of the Turkmen people, who have made a great contribution to the world horse breeding art. Their role in the formation of this art is enormous, as evidenced by references in ancient sources from China, Greece, Italy, as well as in the works of ancient authors.
Turkmenistan is making great efforts to increase the number, spread and popularize Ahal-Teke horses abroad. Modern horse-breeding centers have been built in the country, and national equestrian games and equestrian sports are developing.
The conference became a platform for exchanging experiences with foreign colleagues and strengthening international cooperation in the field of horse breeding.
