Serdar Berdimuhamedov awarded foreign leaders with a jubilee medal in honor of the 300th anniversary of Magtymguly, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov held a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Vahagn Khachaturyan presented Serdar Berdimuhamedov with a collection of Magtymguly’s poems in Armenian and other news

Turkmenistan

1. President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov spoke at the conference "Interconnection of Times and Civilizations - the Basis of Peace and Development" dedicated to the 300th anniversary of the great poet and thinker Magtymguly Fragi. In his speech, the head of state emphasized the importance of the spiritual and cultural heritage of the Turkmen people, noting that Magtymguly's ideas have forever been enshrined in the treasury of world civilization. The conference discussed issues of popularizing the poet's works, as well as strengthening cultural and humanitarian ties between peoples.

2. During the forum, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, after speeches by his foreign colleagues, announced the decision to award them with the Jubilee Medal of Turkmenistan "In Honor of the 300th Anniversary of Magtymguly". Foreign leaders were awarded the Jubilee Medal of Turkmenistan for their contribution to the development of bilateral friendly relations, the study, preservation and popularization of the literary heritage of Magtymguly.

3. National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin. During the meeting, the parties discussed the positive dynamics of interaction between Turkmenistan and Russia in the political, trade, economic, cultural, humanitarian and other areas, which is facilitated by regular contacts at the highest level and the intensification of inter-parliamentary ties. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov noted that Vladimir Putin's participation in the forum testifies to the high respect in Russia for the work of Magtymguly.

4. Armenian President Vahagn Khachaturyan presented a collection of poems by Magtymguly Fragi translated into Armenian to Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov. The head of Turkmenistan expressed gratitude to the Armenian President for participating in the international forum dedicated to the 300th anniversary of Magtymguly Fragi's birth. During the meeting, priority areas of the Turkmen-Armenian partnership were discussed, including cooperation in science, education, healthcare, physical education and sports, as well as trade, economic, transport and communications.

5. A meeting between the National Leader of the Turkmen people and the President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev took place in Ashgabat. During the conversation, the parties discussed current issues of interstate cooperation, as well as key topics of regional and global agenda of mutual interest. As a sign of friendship and special respect, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev presented Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov with the book "Magtymguly", translated into the Uzbek language.

6. President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian. During the meeting, the sides discussed prospects for strengthening bilateral cooperation in the political, diplomatic, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres. Serdar Berdimuhamedov expressed gratitude to his Iranian counterpart for participating in the international forum dedicated to the 300th anniversary of Magtymguly Fragi's birth and congratulated him on his election to a high government post.

7. Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with the head of the Austrian-Turkmen Society Neda Berger. During the meeting, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov expressed gratitude for her significant contribution to the development of cultural and humanitarian ties between Turkmenistan and Austria. Neda Berger noted the successful holding of the VI Vienna Ball in the city of Arkadag. She expressed her sincere gratitude to the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, as well as to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov for their support in organizing this significant event, which has become a symbol of cultural exchange between the two countries. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, in turn, highly appreciated her efforts to strengthen friendship and cooperation between Turkmenistan and Austria. He noted that the creative work of the Austrian-Turkmen Society is an example of effective cooperation in the cultural and humanitarian sphere and contributes to the rapprochement of the peoples of the two countries.

World

8. On October 12, Spain celebrates National Day, one of the most important holidays in the country, symbolizing the unity of the Spanish-speaking world and rich cultural heritage. In connection with the celebration of the National Day of the Kingdom of Spain, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent warm congratulations to King Felipe VI of Spain. In his message, the head of the Turkmen state expressed sincere wishes for good health, happiness and well-being to King Felipe VI, and peace, further progress and prosperity to all the people of Spain.

9. Russia and Iran are actively working in the international arena, and often have similar assessments of events. This was stated by Russian President Vladimir Putin following a meeting with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in Ashgabat.

Sport

10. German specialist Thomas Tuchel is in talks with the Football Association of England about working as the head coach of the national team. Gareth Southgate left the post of head coach of the England national team after the 2024 European Championship. The English team lost to the Spaniards in the final of the tournament with a score of 1:2. Lee Carsley was appointed acting head coach. Tuchel is 51 years old, his last place of work was “Bayern”, together with the team he became the champion of Germany in the 2022/23 season.

11. Spanish tennis player Rafael Nadal announced his retirement from professional tennis after the Davis Cup in November. In 23 years on the court, Nadal won more than 1,000 matches and almost all the major titles in tennis. Nadal began his professional career in 2001. He led the world rankings for 209 weeks, became a two-time Olympic champion and a five-time Davis Cup winner. He achieved his greatest success on the courts of Roland Garros, where he won a record 14 times, for which he received the nickname the Clay King.