AGP Executive Report

Chess: An under-18 blitz tournament is set for October 17 at Ashgabat International School, organized with the Chess Federation of Turkmenistan. Turkmen school players also earned 10 medals at the Asian Championship: two gold, five silver and three bronze. Football: Arkadag marked its fourth straight Turkmenistan title with a 5–0 win over Kopetdag. Music: Violinist Seyran Atanyazov won silver at the CIS Youth Delphic Games for the second time, while the event also gave Turkmen students a chance to exchange music and repertoire with peers from across the region. Attractions: Ashgabat Zoo says its two white tiger cubs are under veterinary care and are expected to go on public display next spring.

Youth Chess: Ashgabat International School and the Chess Federation will host an under-18 blitz tournament on October 17, with registration closing October 15. Turkmen Sports: Arkadag secured its fourth straight national football title, then beat Kopetdag 5–0 in a rescheduled league match. Chess Success: Turkmen school players won 10 medals at the Asian Championship, including two golds. Music: Conservatory violinist Seyran Atanyazov earned silver again at the CIS Youth Delphic Games. Screen Entertainment: Kazakhstan’s Silk Way and Silk Way Cinema channels are expected to launch in Turkmenistan as the two countries deepen media cooperation.

Media: Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan have agreed to deepen broadcasting and content cooperation, with Kazakhstan’s Silk Way and Silk Way Cinema channels expected to launch in Turkmenistan soon. A separate briefing in Awaza highlighted developments in Turkmen television and film and growing ties with regional media. Classical Music: Violinist Seyran Atanyazov won silver at the CIS Youth Delphic Games for the second time, while Turkmen Conservatory students shared music and repertoire with performers from across the region. Chess: Turkmen school players took home ten medals at the Asian Championship, matching the country’s record haul. Football: Arkadag secured its fourth straight national title and later defeated Kopetdag 5–0.

Screen & Media: Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan have agreed to deepen media cooperation, with Kazakh channels Silk Way and Silk Way Cinema expected to launch in Turkmenistan. Music & Culture: Turkmen violinist Seyran Atanyazov won silver at the CIS Youth Delphic Games in Dushanbe for the second time, while Turkmen performers joined artists from across the CIS at a concert in Avaza. Ashgabat Zoo: Two white tiger cubs have been born at the capital’s zoo and are expected to go on public display next spring; conservation groups warn that white tigers are bred in captivity and can face health problems.

Youth Chess: Turkmen school players won 10 medals at the Asian Championship, matching the team’s record haul. Seven-year-old Bahar Jumayeva earned medals in all three events. Music and Culture: Conservatory violinist Seyran Atanyazov won silver at the CIS Delphic Games for the second time. At an Avaza concert featuring CIS artists, Russian director Robert Frantsev was also honored for his film on the Akhal-Teke horse. Football: Arkadag secured its fourth straight national title, beating Ahal 4–0 with five rounds still to play.

Football: Arkadag secured Turkmenistan’s championship for a fourth consecutive year, beating Ahal 4–0 with five rounds still to play. Young Artists: Violinist Seyran Atanyazov won silver at the CIS Youth Delphic Games for the second time, while Turkmen Conservatory students also exchanged music with peers from across the region. Cultural Spotlight: A CIS arts concert in Avaza featured an award for a film about the Akhal-Teke horse and the final of the Tatar Kyzy 2026 competition, won by Uzbekistan’s A. Mahmudova. Chess: The second-league qualifiers drew a record 401 players across four cities, with children and teenagers making up much of the field.

Delphic Games: Turkmen violinist Seyran Atanyazov won silver for the second time at the CIS Youth Delphic Games in Dushanbe. Students from the Maya Kuliyeva Turkmen National Conservatory also traded music and sheet music with peers from across the region. Avaza Arts: A concert by CIS culture and arts workers featured an award for a Russian documentary on the Akhal-Teke horse and the crowning of Uzbekistan’s winner of the “Tatar kyzy – 2026” competition. The gathering highlighted music, film and cultural exchange during the regional summit.

Delphic Games: Turkmen violinist Seyran Atanyazov won silver at the CIS Youth Delphic Games in Dushanbe for the second time. The gathering also brought young musicians together to share repertoire and discover each other’s traditions. Avaza Culture: A concert by CIS artists accompanied the leaders’ summit, alongside awards for a film about the Akhal-Teke horse and the “Tatar kyzy–2026” competition. Screen Arts: A separate briefing in Avaza highlighted Turkmenistan’s television and film work, with media representatives discussing professional exchanges and joint projects with regional partners.

Screen Arts: Turkmen media workers highlighted television and film achievements at an Avaza press briefing, pointing to exchanges with foreign partners and participation in international projects. Avaza Performances: A CIS artists’ concert featured an award for Russian director Robert Frantsev’s film on the Akhal-Teke horse and the crowning of Uzbekistan’s A. Mahmudova at the “Tatar kyzy–2026” competition. Cultural Memory: A stage performance in Turkmenistan paid tribute to victims of the 1948 Ashgabat earthquake.

Screen and Stage: At Avaza, a briefing highlighted Turkmenistan’s television and film work, including exchanges with foreign media partners. A CIS arts concert featured performers from member states, and Russian director Robert Frantsev received an award for his film on the Akhal-Teke horse. Living Heritage: A CIS festival in Turkmenbashi showcased national crafts, cuisine and music, with pavilions featuring carpet weaving, ceramics and wood carving. Theatre: A performance dedicated to victims of the Ashgabat earthquake brought remembrance to the stage.

CIS Arts in Avaza: A concert celebrating culture from Commonwealth countries brought performers together on the Caspian coast. A Russian filmmaker received an award for a documentary about the Akhal-Teke horse, while Uzbekistan’s representative won the “Tatar kyzy-2026” pageant. Film and Television: A media briefing in Avaza highlighted Turkmenistan’s television and film work, including exchanges and joint projects with regional partners. Living Heritage: A CIS festival showcased national cuisine, crafts, costumes and music, turning the summit’s cultural programme into a showcase for the region’s traditions.

Screen and Television: A media briefing in Avaza highlighted Turkmenistan’s television and film work and growing exchanges with regional partners. CIS Arts: A concert brought together culture and arts workers from CIS countries, alongside an award for Russian director Robert Frantsev’s film about the Akhal-Teke horse. Living Heritage: Avaza’s cultural festival showcased regional music, crafts, costumes and cuisine, turning the summit program into a showcase for the traditions of participating countries.

CIS Arts on Stage: Avaza hosted a concert by culture and arts workers from CIS countries, attended by Turkmenistan’s president and visiting leaders. Russian director Robert Frantsev received an award for his film about the Akhal-Teke horse, while Uzbekistan’s A. Mahmudova won the “Tatar Kyzy–2026” competition. Film and Television: A media briefing in Avaza highlighted this year’s achievements in Turkmen television and cinema, along with growing professional exchanges and joint projects with regional partners. Culture and Craft: A CIS festival in Turkmenbashi brought together national cuisine, music and folk arts. Azerbaijan’s pavilion featured carpet weaving, ceramics and mugham performances, while other displays showcased regional traditions and crafts.

CIS Arts: A concert in Avaza brought together performers from Commonwealth countries, alongside awards for a film about the Akhal-Teke horse and the “Tatar kyzy 2026” contest. Film and Television: A media briefing in Avaza highlighted Turkmenistan’s television and cinema achievements and growing professional exchanges with regional partners. Cultural Exchange: The CIS national dishes festival paired food, music and traditional crafts, offering a showcase for the region’s shared heritage. Local Stage: A play honoring victims of the Ashgabat earthquake brought remembrance to the stage. Turkmen Sport: The national team finished the Asian Games with two silver medals, won in karate and weightlifting.

Avaza’s Cultural Showcase: A CIS food festival brought together dishes, national costumes and musical performances from eight countries. Azerbaijan’s pavilion featured carpet weaving, ceramics, wood carving and mugham music. Regional Cultural Ties: At the Avaza summit, Kazakhstan’s president called for stronger youth exchanges and more dialogue among creative communities, alongside continued exhibitions and film festivals. Turkmen Sport: The national team finished the Asian Games with two silver medals, won by karateka Davut Nazmyradov and weightlifter Shahzadbek Matyakubov. On Stage: Ashgabat’s Alp Arslan National Drama Theatre presented Halk hakydasy, a play about the 1948 earthquake that recently won the Grand Prix at a national theatre festival.

Ethno-Fashion: Designers from across the Turkic world, including Turkmenistan, are taking part in Ankara’s TURKSOY Women and Ethno-Fashion Week. Four Kyrgyz designers presented collections inspired by national dress and traditional patterns. CIS Cultural Programme: Armenia has set aside more than $105,000 for a summit gala in Turkmenistan, where CIS ensembles will present music, dance, folk art and national cuisine. Theatre: Ashgabat’s Alp Arslan National Drama Theatre staged “Halk hakydasy,” a prize-winning play about the 1948 earthquake, ahead of Remembrance Day. Music: The Turkmen National Conservatory marked International Music Day with a concert spanning folk music, Turkmen compositions and European classics. Coming Up: European Culture Days are planned for November, including a November 20 performance by Italian jazz singer Simona De Rosa at Ashgabat’s Magtymguly National Music and Drama Theatre.