Guided by the specific tasks set by the esteemed President to develop the nation&rsquo;s oil and gas industry, local workers of the Nebitdag Drilling Operations Directorate of the Trust under the State Concern &quot;Turkmennebit&quot; have presented a worthy labor gift to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan&rsquo;s permanent Neutrality.

Throughout this landmark year, drillers have successfully completed the drilling of a total of nine productive wells. During this period, exploration specialists reached an aggregate drilling depth of 24,814 meters.

Recently, a team led by Dovletmyrat Gulamsoyunov, Head of the Drilling Department, successfully completed the drilling of Well No. 965 at the Nebitdag field. The design depth of this well&mdash;2,400 meters&mdash;yielded a commercial inflow of &ldquo;black gold&rdquo; from a reservoir at a depth of 2,235 meters. Following technical operations, the new oil well was brought into operation by oil workers of the Gumdagnebit Oil and Gas Production Enterprise. The well is currently producing 50 tons of crude oil per day.

In addition, a drilling team headed by Ezigeldi Hangeldiyev worked diligently to reach the productive reservoir of Well No. 1847 at the Goturdepe field. As a result, the well is now producing 15 tons of crude oil per day. This stands as a worthy labor contribution by the drillers to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan&rsquo;s permanent Neutrality.

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Source: Newspaper &quot;Nebit-Gaz&quot;

Turkmenistan’s Oil Workers Present a Labor Gift to the 30th Anniversary of the Country’s Neutrality

President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the Emir of the State of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, and to the people of Qatar on the occasion of their National Day.

In his message, the head of state noted his high appreciation for the multifaceted relations that have developed between Turkmenistan and the State of Qatar over the years and expressed confidence that this cooperation will continue to grow in the interests of the peoples of both countries.

Taking the opportunity, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov sincerely wished the Emir of Qatar good health, well-being, and success in his noble endeavors, and the people of Qatar &ndash; peace, progress, and prosperity.

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Source: <a href="https://turkmenistan.gov.tm/ru/post/101839/prezident-turkmenistana-pozdravil-emira-gosudarstva-katar-5">online newspaper &quot;Turkmenistan: Golden Age&quot;</a>

President of Turkmenistan Congratulates Emir of Qatar on the Country’s National Day

On December 17, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov departed for Japan on a working visit to participate in the first &ldquo;Central Asia + Japan&rdquo; Dialogue Summit. He was seen off at the international airport of the capital by government officials.

A few hours later, the presidential aircraft landed at Tokyo&rsquo;s Haneda International Airport, where the head of state received a warm welcome.

It is worth noting that this is the President of Turkmenistan&rsquo;s second visit to Japan this year. His first visit took place in April 2025, when President Serdar Berdimuhamedov attended the ceremonial event marking Turkmenistan&rsquo;s National Day at the World Expo in Osaka. During that visit, a series of high-level bilateral meetings were also held. Notably, Turkmenistan&rsquo;s national pavilion at Expo 2025 was the first to open and became one of the most visited.

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Source: <a href="https://turkmenistan.gov.tm/ru/post/101837/nachalsya-rabochij-vizit-prezidenta-turkmenistana-v-yaponiyu">onlime newspaper &quot;Turkmenistan: the Golden age&quot;</a>

The President of Turkmenistan Is on a Working Visit to Japan

The National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, congratulated the people of the country on the successful organization of international events marking the 30th anniversary of the Republic&rsquo;s permanent neutrality.

&ldquo;On December 12, during the International Year of Peace and Trust, we solemnly celebrated the 30th anniversary of our permanent neutrality. Permanent neutrality is the fundamental doctrine of our unity and well-being. Permanent Neutrality is our national treasure, honored with glory&mdash;a path of peace and trust.

Thanks to the unity of our happy nation, over the past thirty years significant historical measures have been implemented to substantially strengthen the foundations of permanent neutrality; colossal work has been carried out, and high achievements have been reached for the sake of our bright present and future.

Of course, we must not forget that behind all this stand our love for the Motherland and conscientious labor,&rdquo; emphasized Hero Arkadag.

&ldquo;In the International Year of Peace and Trust, during the Era of Revival of a New Epoch of a Powerful State in our Homeland, significant successes have been achieved. The status of permanent neutrality of our Homeland has been recognized by the United Nations for the third time, which has enhanced the significance of the current year, when we celebrate the glorious 30th anniversary of permanent neutrality.

The unanimous adoption, on Turkmenistan&rsquo;s initiative, of the UN General Assembly Resolution declaring &lsquo;2025 &ndash; International Year of Peace and Trust&rsquo; became one of the events that greatly multiplied the glory of our state,&rdquo; noted the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty.

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Source: <a href="https://turkmenistan.gov.tm/ru/post/101841/pozdravlenie-nacionalnogo-lidera-turkmenskogo-naroda-predsedatelya-halk-maslahaty-turkmenistana-geroya-arkadaga-narodu-po-sluchayu-uspeshnogo-provedeniya-mezhdunarodnyh-meropriyatij-priurochennyh-k-30-letiyu-postoyannogo-nejtraliteta-strany">online newspaper &quot;Turkmenistan: the Golden age&quot;</a>

Hero Arkadag of Turkmenistan Congratulates the Nation on the Successful Organization of International Events Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of Neutrality

On December 17, Turkmenistan&rsquo;s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Myahri Byashimova, met with Kurt Edwards, founder and president of the consulting company FIT International, in Ashgabat.

The parties paid particular attention to preparing a plan for joint cultural and educational events scheduled for 2026 in honor of the 35th anniversary of Turkmenistan&rsquo;s Independence.

They also exchanged views on organizing, in the United States, a presentation of the book by the President of Turkmenistan, &ldquo;T&uuml;rkmenistanyň Bitaraplygy &ndash; parahat&ccedil;ylygyň we ynanyşmagyň a&yacute;dyň &yacute;oly&rdquo;, jointly with the Embassy of Turkmenistan.

Additionally, discussions touched on developing humanitarian cooperation, with a focus on establishing relations between the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship and relevant organizations in the United States.

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Source: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.tm/en/news/5817">Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan</a>

Meeting held in Ashgabat with Head of American Company “FIT International”

On Wednesday, December 17, at the trade exchange representatives of the the State concern &ldquo;Turkmennebit&rdquo; concluded deals with local entrepreneurs to purchase polypropylene brand &ldquo;TPP D 30 S&rdquo;.

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In the foreign market entrepreneurs from Afghanistan the State concern &ldquo;Turkmenhimiya&rdquo; to purchase liquefied petroleum gas.

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On the domestic market concluded deals with During the trade exchange, 2 deals were concluded for a total cost of 1 000 000,00 manats and 202 300,00 US dollars.

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Source: <a href="https://www.exchange.gov.tm/post/955">the State Commodity and Raw materials exchange of Turkmenistan</a>

Deals Concluded at Wednesday’s Exchange Trading for the Sale of Products of the State Concern “Turkmennebit”

The Third Meeting of the Heads of Parliaments of Central Asian States and the Republic of Korea was held in Tashkent on December 16. Turkmenistan was represented at the meeting by officials from its Embassy in Uzbekistan.

During the event, participants exchanged views on pressing issues related to the development of inter-parliamentary dialogue and the expansion of multilateral cooperation between Central Asian countries and the Republic of Korea.

Plenary sessions and thematic discussions focused on deepening inter-parliamentary cooperation in areas such as social justice, environmental protection, climate change mitigation, sustainable use of natural resources, and the improvement of environmental legislation.

Participants also noted that previous meetings held in Seoul in September 2023 and in Ashgabat in October 2024 clearly demonstrated the relevance and demand for this format of inter-parliamentary interaction.

Following the meeting, a Joint Declaration of the Third Meeting of the Heads of Parliaments of Central Asian States and the Republic of Korea was adopted.

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Source:<a href="https://www.mfa.gov.tm/ru/articles/1764"> Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan</a>

Turkmenistan Participates in the Third Meeting of the Heads of Parliaments of Central Asian States and the Republic of Korea

High-level participants of the International Forum of Peace and Trust in Ashgabat&mdash;heads of state and government&mdash;welcomed the work of the Group of Friends of Neutrality for Peace, Security and Sustainable Development, as well as the application of the principles of neutrality in conflict prevention and in addressing humanitarian issues. This is stated in the Ashgabat Declaration adopted following the forum.

&ldquo;Welcoming the establishment and continued activities of the Group of Friends of Neutrality for Peace, Security and Sustainable Development&mdash;an informal group initiated by Turkmenistan in August 2020 and operating on the basis of the Final Declaration of the first Ministerial Meeting of the Group as a mechanism for maintaining broad multilateral dialogue on the practical application of the principles of neutrality in conflict prevention, the elimination of their root causes and consequences, the resolution of humanitarian problems, and the promotion of neutrality in international relations,&rdquo; the Ashgabat Declaration reads.

At the same time, special emphasis was placed on the fact that 2025 marks the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan&rsquo;s permanent neutrality, which has become an example of a constructive and peace-loving foreign policy that contributes to strengthening trust and cooperation among nations.

The International Forum of Peace and Trust, dedicated to the International Year for Peace and Trust, the International Day of Neutrality, and the permanent neutrality of Turkmenistan, was held in Ashgabat on December 12.

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Source: <a href="https://turkmenistan.gov.tm/ru/post/101808/predstaviteli-mirovogo-soobshchestva-privetstvovali-turkmenistan-za-principy-nejtraliteta-v-predotvrashchenii-konfliktov-i-ustranenii-ih-prichin">online newspaper &quot;Turkmenistan: the Golden age&quot;</a>

Turkmenistan’s Efforts in Conflict Prevention and Addressing Root Causes Based on the Principles of Neutrality Welcomed

On December 16, a ceremony was held at the Center of the International Association of Akhal-Teke Horse Breeding and the International Association &ldquo;T&uuml;rkmen alaba&yacute; itleri&rdquo; to present the Certificate confirming the inclusion of the national nomination &laquo;The Art of breeding the Turkmen alabay&raquo; in UNESCO&#39; s Representative list of the intangible cultural heritage of humanity.

The ceremony was preceded by presentations on the activities of the International Association &ldquo;T&uuml;rkmen alaba&yacute; itleri,&rdquo; as well as on state policy aimed at improving and preserving the purity of the breed. During the event marking this significant occasion, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Tanryguly Atahalyyev delivered a speech in which, on behalf of the ceremony&rsquo;s participants, he expressed gratitude to the Head of State and the Hero-Arkadag for the measures taken at the state level that contribute to the recognition of national values by authoritative international organizations.

The certificate, affirming the place of Turkmen alabays in the world, enhanced the sense of pride and joy of our people in their national heritage.

Following the speeches, those gathered adopted an Address to President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, in which they, in particular, expressed sincere appreciation for the successful implementation, under the leadership of Arkadagly Hero Serdar, of the initiatives put forward by the Hero-Arkadag to promote our national values.

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Source: <a href="https://turkmenistan.gov.tm/ru/post/101795/mezhdunarodnoe-priznanie-turkmenskih-alabaev">Online neswpaper &quot;Turkmenistan: the Golden age&quot;</a>

UNESCO Certificate on the Art of Breeding the Turkmen Alabay presented in Ashgabat

On December 16, a meeting of the Turkmen&ndash;Austrian Friendship Group was held at the &ldquo;&Yacute;yldyz&rdquo; Hotel, during which the results of the work carried out over the current year were summed up.

During the meeting, a number of key issues aimed at further strengthening bilateral cooperation and expanding the activities of the Friendship Group were reviewed and discussed.

The main discussions focused on the development of mutually beneficial economic partnership and the further strengthening of bilateral relations, including through cultural diplomacy.

The meeting also considered other promising projects for 2026 and reviewed wishes and proposals aimed at intensifying the activities of the Friendship Group and engaging leading Turkmen companies in joint efforts.

On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan&rsquo;s neutrality and the 17th anniversary of the Turkmen&ndash;Austrian Friendship Group, the contributions of several members of the Friendship Group were recognized for their significant input into the development of economic and business projects between the two countries, as well as for many years of productive work.

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Source: <a href="https://turkmenistan.gov.tm/ru/post/101801/zasedanie-turkmeno-avstrijskoj-gruppy-druzhby">Online newspaper &ldquo;Turkmenistan: The Golden Age&rdquo;</a>

Meeting of the Turkmen–Austrian Friendship Group Held in Ashgabat

On December 14, a delegation of Turkmenistan led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ahmet Gurbanov took part in the 11th Global Forum of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC), held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The forum, dedicated to the theme &ldquo;UNAOC: Two Decades of Dialogue for Humanity &mdash; Advancing a New Era of Mutual Respect and Understanding in a Multipolar World,&rdquo; brought together representatives of national governments, youth and women leaders, as well as representatives of civil society institutions and media organizations from around the world.

In his address, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ahmet Gurbanov emphasized the growing importance of the UN Alliance of Civilizations amid a crisis of trust and increasing polarization in international relations, noting the consonance of its activities with Turkmenistan&rsquo;s initiative to proclaim 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust. In this context, he presented Turkmenistan&rsquo;s initiatives proposed for joint implementation with the UN Alliance of Civilizations, including the promotion of a culture of peace and mediation, the development of humanitarian and intercultural dialogue, the establishment of regional and youth platforms for peacebuilding cooperation, as well as the strengthening of trust and mutual understanding among peoples.

Following the forum, the Riyadh Declaration was adopted, defining the next stage of development of the Alliance.

Source: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.tm/en/news/5811">Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan</a>

Turkmenistan Participates in the 11th Global Forum of the UN Alliance of Civilizations in Riyadh

On December 15, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan between Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Myahri Byashimova and the Head of the Austrian&ndash;Turkmen Society, Neda Berger.

During the meeting, the parties noted the effective nature of relations between Turkmenistan and Austria, particularly in the field of cultural and humanitarian cooperation.

The Turkmen side especially emphasized Neda Berger&rsquo;s significant personal contribution to the further strengthening of bilateral relations between the two countries. Prospective plans and projects scheduled for implementation in 2026 with the active participation of the Austrian&ndash;Turkmen Society were also discussed.

Source: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.tm/en/news/5812">Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan</a>

Meeting with the Head of the Austrian–Turkmen Society Held in Turkmenistan

In the independent and permanently neutral state of Turkmenistan, the Day of Oil, Gas Industry, and Geology Workers&mdash;a holiday celebrated throughout the country with great pride, joy, and enthusiasm&mdash;was solemnly observed at a high level in Balkan Province. One of the major festive events took place at the Palace of Culture of Oil Workers in the city of Balkanabat, organized by the State Concern &quot;Turkmennebit.&quot;

Experienced specialists, engineering and technical staff, heads of production structures, representatives of the older generation, as well as members of public organizations working in this important sector of the national economy, actively participated in the celebrations. The event took place in an atmosphere of pride and inspiration, during which the congratulatory message of the esteemed President addressed to the workers of the oil, gas, and geology industries evoked deep feelings of joy in the hearts of the participants.

In the speeches delivered at the ceremonial gathering, particular emphasis was placed on the significance of large-scale transformations carried out for the benefit of the people and the country, which also hold universal value, thanks to the far-sighted efforts of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Hero Arkadag, and the wise guidance of the esteemed President, Arkadagly Hero Serdar. Sincere words of gratitude and appreciation were also expressed to the state leadership for the large-scale work undertaken to elevate the country&rsquo;s fuel and energy complex to a high level.

As part of the festive celebrations, a ceremony was held to present valuable gifts to leading industry workers on behalf of the esteemed President, which further enriched the content of the events.

During the bright and impressive celebration, songs, musical performances, and dance numbers by masters of culture and art brought spiritual delight to the participants. The performances enthusiastically celebrated the great achievements of the oil and gas industry, the prosperous homeland, the courageous people, the wise Head of State, the era of Revival marking a new epoch of a powerful country, as well as the International Year of Peace and Trust. Substantive performances by national creative ensembles further emphasized the significance and glory of this remarkable date.

Source: <a href="https://www.turkmenistan.gov.tm/tk/habar/101763/sanly-senanin-dabarasy-belentden-tutuldy">Electronic newspaper &ldquo;Turkmenistan: Golden Age&rdquo;</a>

Day of Oil, Gas Industry, and Geology workers was celebrated with great ceremony in Balkan Province

On December 15, on the eve of the New Year, a ceremonial lighting of the country&rsquo;s Main New Year tree took place in Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan.

In accordance with a long-standing tradition, the square in front of the &ldquo;&Auml;lem&rdquo; Cultural and Recreation Center, located at the foothills of the Kopetdag Mountains, was chosen as the main venue for the celebrations. A tall New Year tree was installed there, surrounded by splendid decorative designs symbolizing the festive spirit.

The event was attended by residents and guests of the capital, folklore and dance groups, circus and theater performers, as well as fairy-tale characters. The most impressive moment of the celebration was the lighting of the Main New Year tree with the help of Ayaz Baba&rsquo;s magical staff.

At the same time, the lights of New Year trees installed in the city centers of the country&rsquo;s velayats were also lit. Festive performances were held there, music and songs were played, and children danced around the New Year trees, sharing the joy of the holiday with cheerful performances.

Source: <a href="https://www.turkmenistan.gov.tm/tk/habar/101758/yurdumyzyn-taze-yyl-bas-arcasynyn-ysyklary-yakyldy-2">Electronic newspaper &ldquo;Turkmenistan: Golden Age&rdquo;</a>

Lights of the Main New Year tree were lit in Turkmenistan

On December 15, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov presented awards at the Martial Arts Sports Complex of the Ashgabat Olympic Village to young people who won prize places at international academic competitions and world-class sports tournaments, as well as to their mentor teachers and coaches.

In accordance with the relevant documents signed by the President of Turkmenistan, athletes who won gold medals at world-level sports competitions and their coaches were awarded 2025 model &ldquo;Toyota Camry&rdquo; passenger cars. Athletes who earned silver medals received cash prizes of 70,000 manats, while bronze medalists were awarded 40,000 manats. In addition, coaches who trained athletes winning silver and bronze medals at world-level competitions received cash prizes of 70,000 manats.

Taking into account the high achievements of young people at international academic competitions and Olympiads, as well as the merits of their mentors, school students who won second place and silver medals at world-level Olympiads were awarded 70,000 manats, while those who took third place and bronze medals received 40,000 manats. Furthermore, university students who won first place and gold medals were awarded 100,000 manats, those who took second place and silver medals received 70,000 manats, and those who placed third and won bronze medals received 40,000 manats. Teachers who prepared school and university students achieving high results at world-level Olympiads were awarded cash prizes of 100,000 manats. This event became a historic milestone demonstrating that Turkmenistan&rsquo;s achievements in science, education, and sports are reaching new heights.

On the same day, a festive sadaqa was held at the Ashgabat Olympic Village in honor of this significant occasion. During the event, sincere wishes were expressed for the continued international success of education and sports, the prosperity of the Motherland, the unity of the people, and the enduring success of the state initiatives of Hero Arkadag and Arkadagly Hero Serdar.

Source: <a href="https://www.turkmenistan.gov.tm/tk/habar/101746/hormatly-prezidentimiz-bilimde-we-sportda-tapawutlanan-rayatlary-sylaglamak-dabarasyna-gatnasdy">Electronic newspaper &ldquo;Turkmenistan: Golden Age&rdquo;</a>

President of Turkmenistan honored citizens distinguished in education and sports in 2025

The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Hero Arkadag Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, by the Decree of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, has been awarded the jubilee medal of Turkmenistan &ldquo;30th anniversary of Turkmenistan&rsquo;s Neutrality&rdquo; along with a commemorative badge.

As stated in the official documents, taking into account his leadership of the State Organizing Committee established to ensure the high-level organization of events dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust and the glorious 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan&rsquo;s permanent Neutrality, his significant personal contribution to the successful conduct of numerous international events, his important role in incorporating the policy of permanent neutrality into national legislation, his valuable advice and guidance, as well as his outstanding services to society and the state, and also considering proposals from representatives of the people, major public organizations of the country, labor collectives, and citizens, in the International Year of Peace and Trust, on the occasion of the International Neutrality Day and the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan&rsquo;s neutrality, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov was awarded the jubilee medal of Turkmenistan &ldquo;30th anniversary of Turkmenistan&rsquo;s Neutrality&rdquo; and a commemorative badge.

Source: <a href="https://www.turkmenistan.gov.tm/tk/habar/101748/turkmenistanyn-prezidentinin-permany-turkmen-halkynyn-milli-lideri-turkmenistanyn-halk-maslahatynyn-baslygy-gahryman-arkadagymyz-gurbanguly-malikgulyyewic-berdimuhamedowy-turkmenistanyn-bitaraplygynyn-30-yyllygyna-atly-turkmenistanyn-yubiley-medaly-we">Electronic newspaper &ldquo;Turkmenistan: Golden Age&rdquo;</a>

Hero Arkadag awarded the jubilee medal “30th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s Neutrality”

Honorable President Serdar Berdimuhamedow, on behalf of the people and government of Turkmenistan, as well as on his own behalf, sent sincere congratulations and best wishes to the King of Bahrain, Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and to the people of the country on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Turkmenistan and the Kingdom of Bahrain.

In his congratulatory letter, the Head of State emphasized that the relations between the two countries are based on mutual respect, equality, and the pursuit of common goals on the path of development and prosperity. The Honorable President reaffirmed Turkmenistan&rsquo;s interest in expanding bilateral cooperation and expressed confidence that it will continue to successfully develop for the benefit of both peoples.

President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedow, taking this pleasant opportunity, sincerely wished King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa good health, well-being, and happiness, and the people of the Kingdom of Bahrain &mdash; growth, prosperity, and welfare.

Source: E<a href="https://www.turkmenistan.gov.tm/tk/habar/101726/turkmenistanyn-prezidenti-bahreynin-patysasyny-gutlady-5">lectronic newspaper &ldquo;Turkmenistan: Golden Age</a>

President of Turkmenistan Congratulated the King of Bahrain on the 30th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations

The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow, sent a congratulatory message to the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedow, on the occasion of the inclusion of the national program &ldquo;Traditions of Breeding Turkmen Alabay Dogs&rdquo; in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

The congratulatory letter notes that the initiatives of the President of Turkmenistan, aimed at preserving the country&rsquo;s historical and cultural values and promoting them internationally, deserve the broad support of UNESCO and all member states of the organization. The decision to support the program &ldquo;Traditions of Breeding Turkmen Alabay Dogs,&rdquo; presented by Turkmenistan and adopted at the most recent session of the UNESCO Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage in New Delhi, India, clearly confirms this.

The letter also states: &ldquo;Turkmen Alabays are an integral part of our unique national culture. These remarkable animals have come down to our time from ancient periods as symbols of loyalty, courage, and valor.&rdquo; In this way, Turkmen Alabays are highly valued.

Source: <a href="https://www.turkmenistan.gov.tm/tk/habar/101727/turkmenistanyn-prezidenti-hormatly-serdar-berdimuhamedowa-92">Electronic newspaper &ldquo;Turkmenistan: Golden Age&rdquo;</a>

Hero Arkadag congratulates the President of Turkmenistan on the inclusion of the tradition of breeding alabay dogs in the UNESCO List

The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Hero Arkadag Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, delivered a speech at the International Forum in Ashgabat dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan&rsquo;s permanent Neutrality.

In his address, Hero Arkadag emphasized the need for constructive mobilization of potential, political maturity, will, and principled commitment on the part of the entire international community. The National Leader of the Turkmen people noted that all states, regardless of their political systems, size, or other factors, today bear responsibility for the future of our planet.

According to Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, the key mechanism for such unity is the potential of the United Nations.

Hero Arkadag stated that the capabilities of the UN must be utilized as the only international organization possessing universal legitimacy and a mandate. Cooperation on the platform of Peace and Trust presupposes the existence of recognized political and legal foundations, as well as clear and well-defined principles enshrined in the UN Charter&mdash;equality, mutual respect, and non-interference in sovereign affairs.

The National Leader of the Turkmen people stressed that adherence to these principles is the guarantee of preserving peace and predictability and provides an opportunity to rebuild the foundations of civilized communication with one another.

In addition, Hero Arkadag stated that people&rsquo;s diplomacy should become an important support for official diplomacy.

The Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan emphasized that at present, in promoting the concept of Peace and Trust, alongside traditional diplomacy, it is necessary to engage inter-parliamentary channels of communication, as well as women&rsquo;s and youth diplomacy.

&ldquo;Our country is doing much in this regard. Over the past few years alone, Turkmenistan has hosted a number of major events of this orientation, including representative international and regional forums. At the same time, we proceed from the understanding that people&rsquo;s diplomacy can and should become an important support for official diplomacy, possessing additional levers of influence on political decision-making,&rdquo; said the National Leader of the Turkmen people.

Hero Arkadag Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov also called on the distinguished audience of the forum to use the media exclusively for constructive purposes.

&ldquo;Information dialogue also plays a crucial role in establishing respectful and constructive interstate relations. We view it as an important component of our Peace and Trust initiative, as well as the global formula put forward by Turkmenistan several years ago: dialogue is a guarantee of peace. Mass media must be used exclusively for constructive purposes,&rdquo; stated the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty.

For these purposes, the National Leader of the Turkmen people highlighted the particular need to establish a reliable barrier against cybercrime and the dissemination of biased materials in the media space.

Source: <a href="https://www.turkmenistan.gov.tm/tk/habar/101685/turkmen-halkynyn-milli-lideri-turkmenistanyn-halk-maslahatynyn-baslygy-gurbanguly-berdimuhamedowyn-halkara-parahatcylyk-we-ynanysmak-yylyna-halkara-bitaraplyk-gunune-hem-de-turkmenistanyn-hemiselik-bitaraplygynyn-30-yyllygyna-bagyslanan-halkara-forum">Electronic newspaper &ldquo;Turkmenistan: Golden Age&rdquo;</a>

National Leader of the Turkmen People voiced a number of important initiatives at the International Forum in Ashgabat

On December 14, Turkmenistan solemnly celebrated the Day of Oil, Gas, and Geology Workers. On this occasion, a conference titled &ldquo;Achievements in the Oil and Gas Sector in the Year of International Peace and Trust&rdquo; was held in the conference hall of the main building of Turkmenistan&rsquo;s oil and gas complex.

The forum, dedicated to the professional holiday celebrated after International Neutrality Day, began with the reading of a congratulatory message from the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedow, addressed to the workers of independent and neutral Turkmenistan in the oil, gas, and geological sectors. The message emphasized that, thanks to the diligent and purposeful work of oil workers, gas specialists, and geologists, significant achievements have been reached in the industry, and the ongoing comprehensive efforts contribute to strengthening the country&rsquo;s position among the world&rsquo;s leading states in terms of hydrocarbon resources.

It was also noted that the implementation of major international projects is aimed at ensuring that the nation&rsquo;s hydrocarbon wealth primarily serves the welfare of the people, improves the lives of future generations, and benefits neighboring countries. One of the priority tasks of the state&rsquo;s energy policy is to diversify the sector&rsquo;s export capacities and create multipurpose pipeline systems. These measures are intended to strengthen energy security, support regional well-being, and promote economically stable development. The conference participants listened to the President&rsquo;s congratulatory message with great enthusiasm.

Following this, the floor was given to conference guests and employees of the oil and gas complex. The speakers highlighted that, thanks to the efforts of Hero Arkadag, the Turkmenistan&ndash;China international gas pipeline was inaugurated on December 14, 2009, and that this historic day holds deep significance as the Day of Oil, Gas, and Geology Workers. They also noted significant achievements in the sector, including the discovery of new oil and gas fields across the country, the Turkmenistan&ndash;China and East&ndash;West pipelines, and the construction of the Turkmenistan&ndash;Afghanistan&ndash;Pakistan&ndash;India international gas pipeline. In the International Year of Peace and Trust, it was emphasized that the blessing of esteemed President Serdar Berdimuhamedow for the construction of the Serhetabat&ndash;Herat pipeline, a crucial part of this major project, contributes to the long-term development of the countries involved and ensures sustainable regional growth.

The speeches also highlighted that, in accordance with national programs, comprehensive measures are being implemented to increase production volumes in the oil and gas sector. Regular extraction from hydrocarbon wells and efficient development of fields demonstrate that work is progressing at a high pace. At the same time, it was emphasized that environmental protection, adherence to high ecological standards, and mitigation of climate change impacts remain important tasks in the extraction, processing, and delivery of hydrocarbon resources to consumers.

During the conference, workers of the oil, gas, and geology sectors were presented with valuable gifts on behalf of the President for their outstanding work. Winners of industry competitions were also awarded.

At the conclusion of the event, participants adopted an address to President Serdar Berdimuhamedow.

Subsequently, a festive concert was held at the Cultural and Business Center of the oil and gas complex, where the country&rsquo;s artists created a special atmosphere of joy and celebration with their performances.

Source: <a href="https://www.turkmenistan.gov.tm/tk/habar/101725/nebitgaz-senagaty-we-geologiya-garlerinin-guni-mynasybetli-bayramcylyk-dabarasy">Electronic newspaper &ldquo;Turkmenistan: Golden Age&rdquo;</a>