Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov instructed the Minister of Defense to hold a military parade in honor of the 34th anniversary of the country's independence, the State News Agency of Turkmenistan reports.

The head of state held a regular meeting of the State Security Council, where the results of the work of the military and law enforcement agencies for the first half of 2025 were reviewed. Issues of ensuring the country's security, strengthening the material and technical base of security agencies and improving their activities were discussed.

Secretary of the State Security Council, Minister of Defense Begench Gundogdyev reported on the implementation of the Program for the Development of the Armed Forces of Turkmenistan and measures to strengthen defense capability. He also reported on the results of the spring conscription campaign and work to improve the conditions of service for military personnel.

After hearing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted the importance of modernizing the Armed Forces in accordance with the defensive Military Doctrine of Turkmenistan. Particular attention was paid to preparations for the celebration of the 34th anniversary of independence.

The head of state instructed the Secretary of the State Security Council and the Minister of Defense to take measures to hold a ceremonial military parade at a high level.