President Serdar Berdimuhamedov has been elected an academician of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan in economic and political sciences. The corresponding resolution was adopted at the Academy's general meeting, the State News Agency of Turkmenistan reported.

As noted in the document, the decision was made in light of the head of state's efforts to improve the socioeconomic situation of the population, develop science and education, bring the country's healthcare system into line with international standards, introduce advanced technologies into the economy and production, and foster a new generation of educated youth.

In addition, the resolution notes the contribution of the President of Turkmenistan to strengthening the country's position among the world's dynamically developing economic states and to strengthening the policy of peace, friendship, and brotherhood in the international arena.