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Dutar is the soul of the Turkmen people: Art meeting “Sounds of the Dutar” at the Library named after Magtymguly in Kyiv
The cultural program on the eve of the anniversary of our country’s independence began in the Ukrainian capital. On September 18, 2025 the Library named after Magtymguly in Kyiv hosted an art meeting, “Sounds of the Dutar,” dedicated to the art of...

TIF 2025: Turkmenistan Connected to Eight International Fiber-Optic Networks
Elvira Kadyrova and Ravilya Kadyrova Awaza, 19 September 2025 — At a session of the Turkmenistan Investment Forum (TIF 2025), themed “Digital and Green Transformations in the interest of Sustainable Development ,” the General Director of the State...

The Minister of Education of Turkmenistan and the Ambassador of Japan held talks on cooperation
Turkmenistan's Minister of Education, J. Gurbangeldyev, held talks with Japan's Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Turkmenistan, Hiroshi Sasaki, to discuss long-term bilateral cooperation. During the meeting, it was noted that...
The UAE Embassy is organizing a CrossFit competition in Ashgabat to celebrate the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations
The UAE Embassy in Turkmenistan is organizing the UAE-Turkmenistan CrossFit competition, Fitness Games, which will take place on October 4 in Ashgabat. The event is timed to coincide with the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic...

What's on show in Ashgabat theaters this weekend
This coming weekend, September 20th-21st, Ashgabat residents and visitors will have the opportunity to attend exciting theatrical productions. We invite you to explore the theaters' repertoire for this weekend: Main Academic Drama Theater named...

Ashgabat hosts cultural program dedicated to the 34th anniversary of the country’s independence
On the eve of the historic session of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, participants were given the opportunity to immerse themselves in the rich culture of the country. An extensive cultural program was organized for guests in the theaters,...

TIF 2025: Dragon Oil – A Legacy of Excellence in Turkmenistan’s Energy Sector
Dragon Oil, an independent upstream oil and gas company, has established itself as a cornerstone of energy exploration, development, and production across the Middle East, Caspian, and North Africa. With a proud legacy in Turkmenistan, the company...


The UAE Embassy in Turkmenistan announced a search for a security guard
The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Turkmenistan has posted a vacancy for a security guard. This was announced in the diplomatic mission's official announcement. Applicants aged 20 to 39 are invited to apply. The position will be based in...

A new village, Bagtly Zamana, has been opened in Turkmenistan
The grand opening of the modern village of Bagtly Zamana took place in the Govshut gengeshlik of the Kaakhka etrap in the Ahal velayat of Turkmenistan. The event was timed to coincide with the 34th anniversary of Turkmenistan's independence....

People's Council of Turkmenistan: Mandate, modern role and decisions
By Begench Durdyyev Begench Durdyyev is the ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Korea. The views expressed are the writer’s own. — Ed. The Halk Maslakhaty (People’s Council) of Turkmenistan is the highest representative body of people’s...

An exhibition held at the State Museum of the State Cultural Center of Turkmenistan
On September 15 of the current year, the State Museum of the State Cultural Center of Turkmenistan hosted the opening of the exhibition "Watanymyzyň Garaşsyzlygy – halkymyzyň bagtyýarlygy" ("Independence of the Fatherland – Happiness of the...

Mohun Bagan Super Giant’s New Signings Could Prove Decisive in AFC Champions League Two 2025–26 Clash Against Ahal FK
Mumbai, September 16: Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) will begin their AFC Champions League Two campaign against Turkmenistan's Ahal FK on Tuesday, with their latest signings expected to play a crucial role in the team's continental ambitions,...

AFC Champions League Two 2025-26: Mohun Bagan Super Giant Aim for Winning Start Against Ahal FK
Mumbai, September 16: Mohun Bagan Super Giant are set to begin their AFC Champions League Two campaign on Tuesday when they host Turkmenistan's Ahal FK at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, as per the official website of the Indian Super...

«Altyn Asyr» defeated «Kopetdag», and «Nebitchi» won a strong-willed victory over «Ashgabat»
Two matches of the 19th round of the Turkmenistan Football Championship among the Premier League clubs took place in Ashgabat. The most productive game was at the stadium in the Buzmeyin etrap, where «Altyn Asyr» hosted «Kopetdag» in the capital...

The national team of Turkmenistan won 40 medals at the Balkan Open Ju-Jitsu Championship
The national team of Turkmenistan in Jiu-Jitsu successfully completed the performance at the 20th Balkan open championship, which was held in Athens (Greece) from September 11 to 14. In the final days of the championship (September 13-14), Turkmen...

Turkmenistan and Qatar Build Closer Ties at Doha Summit
As Doha readies an emergency Arab-Islamic Summit, Turkmenistan and Qatar have moved to underscore a steadily warming relationship. On Sunday, Turkmenistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov met Qatar’s Prime Minister and...

Winners determined in the Dashoguz stage of Turkmenistan Chess Grand Prix Tournament
The recent stage of the Chess Grand Prix series, held in Dashoguz, gathered 128 participants. The competition was conducted using the Swiss system over 9 rounds with classical time control: each player was given 90 minutes per game, with an...

Turkmen Jitsu wrestlers won 21 medals at Balkan Open Championship in Athens
The Turkmenistan Jiu-Jitsu Team showed excellent results at the 20th Balkan Open Championship, which is being held in Athens from September 11 to 14. Following the two days of competition, Turkmen athletes won 21 medals of various denominations....

Turkmen karatekas win two bronze medals at Asian Championships in China
The Turkmenistan national karate team won two bronze medals at the 23rd Asian Championship among cadets and juniors under 21, which ended in the Chinese city of Shaoguan. This was reported by the online newspaper "Golden Age". The competition,...