The international scientific and practical conference "Modern scientific research in the study of historical and cultural heritage: sustainable development of peoples and cultures" was held at the Magtymguly Turkmen State University, according to the university's website.

The conference, which was held digitally, was organized into three sections: "Turkmenistan – UNESCO: The Role of International Cooperation in the Protection of National and World Cultural Heritage," "The Modern Development of Cultural and Humanitarian Ties between Peoples," and "Improving the Methodology of Studying and Teaching Historical and Cultural Heritage."

The international conference was attended by professors, teachers, and scientists from Turkmenistan, China, Russia, Italy, Türkiye, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Armenia, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, Namibia, Rwanda, and Tanzania.

The sectoral discussions featured scientific papers on the principles of positive neutrality, peacefulness, goodwill, and humanism in the study and protection of cultural heritage. In their presentations, international scholars described their work in this area and the challenges ahead in consolidating efforts in their countries.