The President of Turkmenistan awarded the title of “Hero of Turkmenistan”, the concept of the development of the city of Arkadag for 2024-2052 was approved, Turkmenistan is preparing to hold events in honor of the “International Year of Peace and Trust” in 2025 and other news

Turkmenistan

1. President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a decree on awarding the title “Hero of Turkmenistan” to the artistic director of the folklore and ethnographic dance group of the cultural center “Dokmaçylar” of the Ministry of Textile Industry of Turkmenistan Annajemal Saparovna Nurmuhammedova, member of the Union of Artists of Turkmenistan, free artist Saragt Babayev and Chairman of the Intergovernmental Coordination Council on Seed Production of the Commonwealth of Independent States, Academician Ivan Ivanovich Kuzmin.

2. President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a decree approving the Concept of Development of the City of Arkadag for the period from 2024 to 2052. This strategic document is aimed at the harmonious and sustainable development of all city systems, ensuring comfortable conditions for living, working and resting, as well as improving the social and living standards of the population.

3. President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a decree on holding events to mark 2025, which has been declared the “International Year of Peace and Trust”. The next year will be marked by celebrations and events aimed at strengthening international cooperation and promoting the principles of peace and trust.

4. President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a decree approving the Strategy for the Development of Science in Turkmenistan for the period from 2024 to 2052. The document is aimed at conducting modern scientific research, introducing scientific achievements into the economy and expanding interaction between education, science and production.

5. President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a decree on awarding the Order of “Zenan kalby” to seven outstanding women of the country. This award was presented for their significant contribution to strengthening the independence and sovereignty of Turkmenistan, developing national culture and educating the younger generation in the spirit of patriotism and respect for traditions.

6. President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a decree on conferring the title of “Honorary Elder of the People” to a number of outstanding elders of the country. This title was awarded for their significant contribution to strengthening the independence and sovereignty of Turkmenistan, enhancing national traditions and customs, as well as educating the younger generation in the spirit of patriotism and hard work.

7. At the meeting of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, chaired by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, key tasks in the field of implementing state youth policy were identified. In his speech, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov emphasized the importance of increasing the number of preschool institutions and secondary schools, improving work with children with disabilities and improving the skills of teachers working with them. He also noted the need to develop a methodology for scientific, educational and industrial relationships in higher education institutions.

8. On October 8, “Turkmenistan” Airlines will introduce an additional flight on the Ashgabat - Frankfurt am Main - Ashgabat route. Currently, the airline operates two flights a week on this route - on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Tickets for all domestic and international flights of “Turkmenistan” Airlines are available for purchase online on the official website of the airline turkmenistanairlines.tm.

World

9. A new study conducted by scientists from the Department of Dermatology at the University of Florida has revealed unexpected rejuvenating properties of cranberry juice, especially for women over 40. The results of the experiment showed a significant improvement in the skin condition of the participants who regularly consumed specially prepared cranberry juice. Women who consumed cranberry juice noted a noticeable improvement in the texture and elasticity of the skin. Objective measurements taken with special equipment confirmed an increase in skin elasticity. In addition, positive changes in the skin microflora and its lipid layer were recorded.

10. The Guinness World Records has officially recognized 16 years old Eric Kilburn Jr. from Michigan as the owner of the largest limbs in the world. According to measurements, the young record holder's foot reaches an impressive length of 34,3 centimeters, and his palm is 23,2 centimeters. For comparison, the average palm length for teenagers is about 19 centimeters.

Sport

11. Ahead of the start of the Asian Cup qualifying tournament, head coach of the Turkmenistan U20 national team Dovletmurad Annayev spoke about the team's preparation in an exclusive interview with a Turkmenportal correspondent and assessed the chances of his team in the group with Japan, Kyrgyzstan and Myanmar. According to the coach, the team has conducted serious preparation, including participation in the CAFA championship in Kyrgyzstan and a series of friendly matches in Spain and Tashkent. Today, September 25, the Dolen Omurzakov stadium in Bishkek will host the first round of the Asian Cup qualifying round. The Turkmenistan youth team will play against the Japanese team. The match will begin at 14:00 Ashgabat time.