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An excursion to the international exhibition "Mother Nature" was organized in Ashgabat

At the initiative of the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Turkmenistan, a tour of the international art exhibition "Mama-Nature" was held at the State Academy of Arts of Turkmenistan. The exhibition was organized by the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, with the support of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Care...

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Yesterday 16:21

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Turkmenistan participated in a UNESCO seminar on intangible heritage in Korea

A regional training workshop on the 2003 UNESCO Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage took place in the South Korean city of Jeonju from November 2 to 4. It was organized by the International Information and Networking Centre for Intangible Cultural Heritage in the Asia-Pacific Region (ICHCAP)—which operates under the auspices of UNESCO...

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Yesterday 11:32

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The 32nd anniversary of the Constitution of Tajikistan was marked in Ashgabat

On November 4, a celebratory event was held at the Embassy of the Republic of Tajikistan in Turkmenistan to mark the 32nd anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution of the Republic of Tajikistan. As the diplomatic mission informed the NIAT "Khovar" news agency, the significance of this date—which is observed annually in Tajikistan on November 6—was highlighted...

Society

04.11.2026

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An international conference on the role of trade unions is taking place in Ashgabat

On November 4, an international scientific-practical conference titled "The Role of Trade Unions in Promoting International Labour Standards and Sustainable Development" is taking place at the “Archabil” hotel in Ashgabat, organized with the participation of the International Labour Organization (ILO).The event involves representa...

Society

04.11.2026

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Turkmenistan and UN-Habitat discussed aspects of further developing their cooperation

Today, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Mahri Bashimova met with Katja Schaefer, an interregional advisor for the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat). This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan.</...

Society

04.11.2026

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Over 155 kg of tree and shrub seeds have been collected in northern Turkmenistan

During autumn seasonal operations, specialists from the Dashoguz Velayat Forestry Department collected over 155 kg of seeds from tree and shrub species.To date, 50 kilograms of thuja seeds, 25 kg of ash seeds, 30 kg of mulberry seeds, 5 kg of apple seeds, 45 kg of apricot seeds, and a large quantity of seeds from various other typ...

Society

04.11.2026

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The regional round of the embroidery competition took place in the western region of Turkmenistan

The velayat stage of a competition for skilled craftswomen specializing in traditional Turkmen embroidery took place in Balkanabat.The contest featured embroiderers who had emerged as winners in the etrap and city rounds held across the region, reports "Turkmenistan: Golden Age."...

Society

04.11.2026

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Turkmenistan will present a national pavilion at COP31 in Antalya

Turkmenistan will organize a national pavilion at the 31st session of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31), which will take place from November 9 to 20 in Antalya, Türkiye. This was announced by Deputy Minister of Environmental Protection Nury Jumashov during a high-level UN round table held within the framework of t...

Society

03.11.2026

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Ashgabat is ready to expand cooperation with the UN – city hakim

The capital of Turkmenistan is open to expanding cooperation with the UN, international development institutions, and cities across various countries. This was stated by the hakim of Ashgabat, Rahim Gandymov, during a high-level UN round table held within the framework of the CIET-2026 exhibition and conference.According to Gandym...

Society

03.11.2026

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Turkmen singer Tachnabat Yomudova took part in a special anniversary episode of the show " Privet, Andrey!"

Singer Tachnabat Yomudova from Turkmenistan appeared as a guest on the TV show "Privet, Andrey!" ("Hello, Andrey!"), which airs on the Russia-1 channel. The episode was dedicated to the 65th birthday of singer and composer Viktor Korolyov.The invitation to Moscow came as a surprise to the performer. The organizers prepared all the...

Society

03.11.2026

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The CIET-2026 international exhibition has opened in Ashgabat

The international exhibition "Development of the Construction, Industrial, Chemical, and Energy Sectors of Turkmenistan" (CIET-2026) has opened in Ashgabat. The event, timed to coincide with the Day of Workers of the country’s construction and industrial complex, is being held at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan....

Society

02.11.2026

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The President of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan has been elected an academician of the International Association of Academies of Sciences (IAAS)

From October 26 to 28, a Turkmen delegation took part in the 39th meeting of the Council of the International Association of Academies of Sciences (IAAS) and the Conference of Eminent Scientists of the Global South, held in the city of Xi'an (PRC). By a decision of the IAAS Council, the President of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan, Allaberdy Ashirov, was ele...

Society

02.11.2026

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A tree-planting ceremony, organized by the Embassy of India, took place in Ashgabat

The Embassy of India in Turkmenistan, in collaboration with the hakimlik of Ashgabat, organized a tree-planting ceremony. The event took place within the framework of the Indian campaign "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" ("Plant a tree in honor of your mother"), the diplomatic mission's press service reported.The ceremony was attended by the A...

Society

02.11.2026

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An exhibition and fair titled "Goodness That Changes the World" will be held on November 20 at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan

On November 20, the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan will host an exhibition-fair titled "Goodness That Changes the World," featuring the participation of students from the country's higher education institutions....

Society

02.11.2026

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A professional competition for bank employees took place in Turkmenistan

A professional competition for banking sector employees has taken place in Turkmenistan. Held under the theme "Transformations of the Banking System of Independent, Permanently Neutral Turkmenistan – The Foundation for Sustainable Development," the event was hosted in the conference hall of the State Bank for Foreign Economic Affairs and coincided with the 33rd anni...

Society

02.11.2026

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Rain is expected in Turkmenistan this week

Rain is expected in Turkmenistan this week, according to a forecast from the Hydrometeorological Service of the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan.In Ashgabat, the weather will be partly cloudy, with rain expected during the first half and at the end of the week. A north-easterly wind will blow a...

Society

30.10.2026

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Turkmenistan has proposed five areas of media cooperation to Turkic countries

Annasahet Kakayev, Deputy Chairman of the State Committee of Turkmenistan for Television, Radio Broadcasting, and Cinematography, spoke at a panel session titled "Media and Communications in the Turkic World" in Ankara. The forum, which is taking place on October 30–31, is organized by the Directorate of Communications of the Presidency of Türkiye, reports a Turkmen...

Society

30.10.2026

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Representatives of the Embassy of Japan in Turkmenistan attended a karate competition

Representatives from the Education and Culture Section of the Embassy of Japan in Turkmenistan attended a karate competition in the city of Anau. This was reported on the Embassy’s social media channels.During the visit, a meeting was held with the Chairman of the Karate Federation of Turkmenistan, Velmyrat Gurbanmuradov; Vice-Cha...

Society

29.10.2026

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The Minister of Education of Turkmenistan took part in an international forum in Tashkent

Minister of Education of Turkmenistan Jumamyrat Gurbangeldiyev took part in the International Educational Forum "Central Asia – A New Space for Education, Science, and Innovation," which was held on October 28 in Tashkent....

Society

29.10.2026

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A new season is beginning at the Ashgabat Chess Club

On October 31, the French Institute in Turkmenistan and the Chess Federation of Turkmenistan will launch a new season at their chess club.Chess club meetings will take place every Saturday at 18:30 at the Institute’s premises.At the club, you will find a warm, supportive atmosph...

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