Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov held a meeting of the Charitable Foundation in Arkadag and went on a working visit to Iran, “Tatneft” and ‘Kamaz” are planning to launch production in Turkmenistan and other news

Turkmenistan

1. The National Leader of the Turkmen people made a working trip to the city of Arkadag. During the visit, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov got acquainted with the activities of the Charitable Foundation and held a working meeting. Vice-President of the Foundation Rejep Bazarov said that during the reporting period, more than 400 children were operated on, and “Dialog+” hemodialysis equipment was donated to velayat children’s rehabilitation centers. In addition, the foundation provided humanitarian assistance to children from different countries affected by natural disasters and presented special gifts to young Turkmen people on the occasion of significant dates.

2. Turkmenistan will represent Arkadag at the World “Smart Cities” Exhibition in Seoul. Chairman of the State Committee for the Construction of the “smart” city Derya Orazov announced this during the meeting. The exhibition pavilion will present the capabilities of the city of Arkadag, based on computer and smart technologies. Within the framework of the visit, which will last from September 1 to 7, meetings of the Turkmen delegation with Korean manufacturers of medical products and visits to specialized factories are planned.

3. On September 1, a secondary school named after Magtymguly will open in the Khatlon region of the Republic of Tajikistan. A new school for 540 places in the “Ergesh Sultanov” peasant association in the Dusti district was erected by Turkmen builders. The National Leader of the Turkmen people noted that the school will be attended by children of the local Turkmen diaspora and emphasized the expediency of awarding students of the new institution with personal computers at the expense of the Fund.

4. During a telephone conversation between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of interstate cooperation in the trade, economic and fuel and energy spheres. Particular attention was paid to the full use of the transport and transit potential of the two countries. The interlocutors noted that friendly relations between Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan continue to strengthen, and the partnership between the states has reached a qualitatively new level. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov conveyed warm words of greetings from President Serdar Berdimuhamedov to the Uzbek leader, to which Shavkat Mirziyoyev responded with mutual wishes.

5. This morning, the National Leader of the Turkmen people arrived on a working visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran. At the “Mehrabad” International Airport, decorated with the flags of the two countries, the high-ranking guest was met by officials. The visit is aimed at strengthening the interstate dialogue between Turkmenistan and Iran. It is expected that during the high-level negotiations, issues of bilateral cooperation will be discussed and new areas of interaction between the countries will be identified.

6. “Tatneft” plans to launch the production of medical polypropylene in Turkmenistan. At this time, this issue is being studied as a promising one, says Ildar Burganov, director of the branch of the Tatarstan oil company. “Today, information has been received from the state concern “Turkmennebit” about the possibilities of existing production of medical polypropylene in Turkmenistan. A corresponding conclusion has been prepared. Samples of the state concern’s own brands of polypropylene were analyzed”, - Burganov said at the ninth meeting of the Joint Turkmen-Tatarstan Working Group on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technical and Cultural Cooperation.

7. “Kamaz” is discussing the possibility of opening production in Turkmenistan, including assembling chassis under a local brand. This was announced by Marat Garifullin, director for the Turkmenistan region of JSC “Foreign Trade Company” “Kamaz”, at a meeting of the joint Turkmen-Tatarstan working group. Minister of Finance and Economy of Turkmenistan Serdar Jorayev welcomed this proposal, noting the wide representation of “Kamaz” products on the Turkmen market. He also emphasized the possibility of creating a joint venture.

8. The researchers witnessed a unique event in the foothills of Mount Dushak in Central Kopetdag. Camera traps installed at the foot of the mountain first recorded a leopard coming to a watering hole, and then a group of goitered gazelles at the same source. Of particular interest is the appearance of leopards on camera traps, which are considered a rare species. In Turkmenistan, the population of these animals does not exceed 60 individuals, which makes the country the second most important habitat for leopards after Iran. Experts note that 9 individual individuals have been identified in this territory. These animals do not pose a threat to humans.

World

9. According to the study, there are two critical periods in childhood development when obesity is especially dangerous: at age 5 and during puberty. It is during these periods of active growth that extra pounds can trigger the development of serious chronic diseases, such as type 2 diabetes, experts say. The reason for this alarming trend is a modern lifestyle characterized by low physical activity and high consumption of foods that are high in calories and have low nutritional value. Children spend more and more time on gadgets, and their diet is full of fast food and sugary drinks.

10. In the first 48 hours after its release, the Chinese computer game “Dark Myth: Wukong” achieved impressive results. Analysts report more than 8 million copies sold and revenue exceeding 400 million USD. The peak number of online players was almost 2,5 million, which was the second highest result in the entire 21-year history of the Steam platform. The game's plot is based on the classic Chinese novel “Journey to the West”. The main character is Sun Wukong, the legendary monkey king, known for his magical abilities and mischievous character.

Sport

11. The Football Federation of Turkmenistan announced the start of voting for the best goal of the tour. Voting will be held on the Federation's social networks, where fans will be able to choose the most beautiful goal from seven nominees. The player with the most votes will be awarded. The FFT plans to make such voting regular, holding them after each round of the Major League and matches of the National Cup. This innovation is designed to increase fans' interest in national football and give them the opportunity to actively participate in assessing the players' skills.

12. The largest chess tournament in the history of the Balkan velayat of Turkmenistan took place in the city of Hazar. The event was organized by the Dragon Oil company with the support of the Chess Federation of Turkmenistan. The open tournament was attended by 32 players, including children, women and chess enthusiasts. The winner of the competition was candidate for master of sports Shahrukh Turayev from Dashoguz, who scored the maximum possible 7 points. Second and third places were taken by schoolchildren Davut Meredov from Ashgabat and Serdar Kabehanov from Mary, who scored 5,5 points each.

13. The Turkmenistan karate team completed its performance at the 22nd Asian Championship among cadets and juniors under 21 in Manila, having won three bronze medals in various weight categories. The first bronze medal for the team was brought by Alymuhammet Kakalyev, who competed in kumite among cadets in the weight category up to 57 kg. Magtymguly Annayev and Davut Nazmyradov won two more bronze medals in the under 21 age category. Annayev distinguished himself in the weight category up to 55 kg, and Nazmyradov - in the category up to 75 kg.