Students from the Balkanabat Oil Secondary Vocational School successfully completed their internship at divisions of the State Concern Turkmennebit. This internship, organized according to the curriculum, allowed the students to combine theoretical knowledge with practical experience. During the internship, the students were introduced to various stages of production processes in various divisions of the concern&#39;s enterprise.

During the internship, the students had the opportunity to work with various equipment and become familiar with advanced oil and gas production and processing technologies. They also gained practical experience with work processes, compliance with technical safety regulations, and organizational aspects of production, receiving valuable advice from experienced specialists.

The skills acquired during the internship will help students effectively work in an industry that utilizes modern technologies and high-quality production methods.

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Source:&nbsp;<a href="https://turkmennebit.gov.tm/articles-detail/396">State Concern &quot;Turkmennebit&quot;</a>

The news received from the Balkanabat Oil Secondary Vocational School

On January 8, 2026, the presentation ceremony of the collection of poems by the Eastern thinker and classical poet Magtymguly Fragi, translated into the Romanian language was held at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan.

The event was attended by the leadership and staff members of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, chiefs of diplomatic missions and representative offices of international organizations accredited in Turkmenistan, heads of diplomatic missions and consular offices of Turkmenistan abroad, as well as faculty members, students of the Institute and representatives of mass media.

During the event, the speakers noted that the work of the great Turkmen poet Magtymguly Fragi continues to attract great interest and popularity worldwide regardless of the centuries passed. The works by the poet that call to patriotism, peace, humanism, goodwill, friendly and fraternal relations, mutual trust, as well as respect published in various languages clearly demonstrates their great significance today.

As an important component of interstate relations, the cultural and humanitarian sphere provides a strong foundation for expanding fruitful cooperation. In this context, the significance of translating Magtymguly Fragi&rsquo;s poems into Romanian was emphasized as an important element in developing friendly relations between the two nations, as well as providing the Romanian people with a great opportunity to become deeply acquainted with the work of the great poet.

The participants of the presentation expressed confidence that this event will provide a powerful impetus to strengthening cultural and humanitarian ties between Turkmenistan and Romania, and noted its important role in promoting the cultural heritage, ancient values, and national art.

Presentation of Magtymguly Pyragy’s Poetry Collection in Romanian: Strengthening Turkmen-Romanian Cultural Ties

Turkmenistan&rsquo;s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Rashid Meredov, held a meeting on January 8, 2026, with the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan, Dmitry Shlapachenko.

During the meeting, the parties discussed a wide range of issues concerning the strategic partnership between Turkmenistan and the United Nations.

In particular, the diplomats held detailed discussions on the process of summarizing the previous Framework Cooperation Programme on Sustainable Development between Turkmenistan and the UN for 2021&ndash;2025. In this context, the importance of the work of the Steering Committee for the implementation of this Framework Cooperation Programme was emphasized.

The parties also addressed issues related to organizing work aimed at implementing the new Framework Cooperation Programme on Sustainable Development between Turkmenistan and the UN for 2026&ndash;2030.

The interlocutors discussed the progress of UN programmatic and project activities in Turkmenistan. It was noted that, within the framework of the signed agreements, both bilateral and regional, dozens of projects and programs are currently being implemented.

Additionally, the parties discussed the preparation and forthcoming organization of significant joint events, including a conference in cooperation with the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), training courses for young diplomats, and others.

During the meeting, the Turkmen side expressed interest in expanding the presence of UN specialized agencies, structural units, and programs in Turkmenistan.

Issues of Implementing and Preparing New Turkmenistan–UN Cooperation Programs Discussed

On Thursday, January 8, during exchange trading on the foreign market, entrepreneurs from Afghanistan concluded a deal with the State Concern Turkmennebit for the purchase of hydrotreated diesel fuel and petroleum road viscous bitumen grade BND 60/90.

Entrepreneurs from Uzbekistan purchased base oil grade SN-350 and petroleum road viscous bitumen grade BND 60/90.

Representatives of business circles from the UAE, T&uuml;rkiye, and Afghanistan also concluded deals with the State Concern Turkmennebit for the purchase of petroleum road viscous bitumen grade BND 60/90.

A total of seven transactions were concluded during the trading session, amounting to USD 4,720,000.00.

Turkmennebit Products in Demand on the Foreign Market: Results of Exchange Trading

The President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, has signed a Resolution approving the Plan for the zoning of agricultural crops by velayats for 2026.

The document is aimed at the successful continuation of reforms in the agricultural sector, the placement of agricultural crops by type in accordance with the soil and climatic conditions of the velayats and etraps, as well as a significant increase in agricultural production through scientifically grounded crop rotation and higher crop yields in the era of the Revival of a New Epoch of a Powerful State.

In accordance with the Resolution, the Ministry of Agriculture, relevant agencies, as well as the khyakimliks of the velayats are instructed, through the establishment of scientifically based crop rotation in line with agrotechnical standards and the widespread introduction of advanced methods into production, to ensure the production of a rich harvest of agricultural crops.

The President of Turkmenistan Approves the Plan for Zoning of Agricultural Crops by Velayats for 2026

In accordance with Articles 4, 85, and 87 of the Electoral Code of Turkmenistan, the Mejlis of Turkmenistan adopted a resolution on holding elections for members of the Halk Maslahaty in newly established districts of the provinces, as well as elections to fill vacancies of prematurely departed deputies and members of representative bodies.

According to the document, elections for members of the Halk Maslahaty will be held in Altyn Asyr District of Ahal Province, Garashsyzlyk and Gubadag Districts of Dashoguz Province, Dowletli, Farab, and Garabekewul Districts of Lebap Province, as well as Oguzhan District of Mary Province.

In addition, due to the early departure of deputies of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan, elections have been scheduled in electoral districts No. 74 &ldquo;Amyder&yacute;a&rdquo; and No. 79 &ldquo;Darganata&rdquo; of Lebap Province, as well as No. 104 &ldquo;Peşanaly&rdquo; and No. 106 &ldquo;Wekil&rdquo; of Mary Province. Simultaneously, elections will be held for members of provincial, district, and city Halk Maslahaty, as well as Gengeshi.

The elections will take place on Sunday, March 29, 2026.

Elections Appointed for Members of Halk Maslahaty and Deputies of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan

On Wednesday, December 7, at the trade exchange in the foreign market, entrepreneurs from Uzbekistan concluded deals with the State Concern &ldquo;T&uuml;rkmennebit&rdquo; to purchase base oil mark &ldquo;SN-180&rdquo;. On the domestic market, local entrepreneurs concluded deals with the State Concern &ldquo;T&uuml;rkmennebit&rdquo; for the purchase of road petroleum bitumen grade &quot;BND 60/90&quot;.

Representatives of business circles of Serbia concluded deals with the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan to purchase of dried unprocessed licorice roots and rhizomes. Entrepreneurs from Kyrgyzstan concluded deals with Turkmen businessmen to purchase cotton yarn. From the Ministry of Textile Industry local entrepreneurs purchased cotton yarn.

During the trade exchange, 61 deals were concluded for a total cost of 171 920 000,00 manats and 3 631 000,00 US dollars.

Products of the State Concern “Turkmennebit” Enjoy Steady Demand at Exchange Trading

Marking the beginning of the 35th anniversary of state independence, the Resolution of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan on the approval of the motto of 2026 &laquo;Independent neutral Turkmenistan &minus; the homeland of purposeful winged horses&raquo; opens a new page in the country&#39;s history.

The remarkable tradition established by the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Hero-Arkadag Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, of naming each year, proclaiming in its slogan the key guidelines for national development at a new stage, contributes to the patriotic spirit and the desire of every citizen to be involved and make a personal contribution to the colossal work being carried out in Turkmenistan.

The symbolism of the current motto is determined not only by the people&#39;s historical commitment to their roots, but also by the objective realities of today. The year&#39;s name directly reflects the high pace of progress set in 2025 as part of the implementation &shy;of state programs.

In the context of the Eastern calendar, the coming Year of the Horse embodies energy, nobility, and an unstoppable drive to achieve one&#39;s goals. Since ancient times, graceful Turkmen &shy;horses, like exquisite carpets and filigree jewelry, have been considered the treasure of our people.

Since ancient times, graceful Turkmen &shy;horses, like exquisite carpets and filigree jewelry, have been considered the treasure of our nation. Akhal-Teke horses are the national pride of the Turkmen people, a masterpiece of material culture, nurtured and cultivated by our people over many centuries.

Turkmenistan places special emphasis on developing horse breeding and equestrian sports in the country, training experienced horse breeders, horse trainers, riders, and other relevant specialists, and creating the necessary conditions to improve their social and living standards.

At the same time, the horse-breeding traditions of our courageous ancestors are being revived, and the achievements of Turkmen horse breeding are expanding. The popularity of these &quot;heavenly&quot; horses, renowned worldwide for their speed and beauty, is growing. Given the enormous interest in our marvelous horses abroad, fruitful &shy;cooperation is being established with Akhal-Teke horse breeding associations in various countries.

The active integration of Turkmen horse breeding into the global arena is vividly embodied in the activities of the International Akhal-Teke Horse Breeding Association, whose headquarters are located in Ashgabat.

A special role in the revival of the world fame of Akhal-Teke horses and the preservation of the ancient traditions of hippology belongs to the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov.

Thanks to the personal patronage of Hero &shy;Arkadag and commitment to the legacy of his ancestors, horse breeding in Turkmenistan was elevated to the level of a priority area of state policy.

Today, under the leadership of Arkadagly Hero Serdar, much is being done to enhance the global fame of Akhal-Teke horses and increase their numbers, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov noted at the meeting.

At a meeting with members of the &quot;Galkynyş&quot; National Equestrian Games Group in January 2025, National Leader of the Turkmen People and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, noted the expansion of cultural dialogue with countries around the world, including the Principality of Monaco, and emphasized the extensive work being done to develop national equestrian sports. The &quot;Galkynyş&quot; National Equestrian Games Group was established in 2007. Since then, this group has undergone an impressive journey, becoming a unique cultural phenomenon and a true calling card of our country on the global stage. Over the years, its masters of trick riding have earned recognition at the most prestigious international venues, winning multiple Grand Prix and top awards at circus arts festivals in Italy, China, Russia, and other countries.

Another important milestone in the popularization of the &quot;heavenly&quot; horses can be called the series of fundamental works by Hero Arkadag, which have become reference books for scientists and admirers of the Akhal-Teke horses around the world.

In his works, the author not only reveals the unique history and genetic potential of the breed but also articulates a philosophy of the inseparable connection between the Turkmen people and their faithful companion. These books laid the scientific and ideological foundation for the realization of the 2026 motto, &quot;Independent, Neutral Turkmenistan &ndash; the Homeland of Purposeful Winged Racehorses.&quot;

The inclusion of the &quot;Akhal-Teke Horse Breeding Art and Horse Decoration Traditions&quot; category on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity represents a significant achievement of state cultural policy. This decision, unanimously adopted at the 18th session of the Intergovernmental Committee in December 2023, cemented the status of these &quot;heavenly&quot; horses as a global heritage.

The city of Arkadag, built on the &quot;smart city&quot; concept, has become Turkmenistan&#39;s intellectual platform. A key element of its scientific and educational cluster is the Scientific and Production Center for Horse Breeding, whose comprehensive activities are aimed at preserving the gene pool, studying &shy;, and enhancing the worldwide fame of Akhal-Teke horses, combining centuries-old experience of traditional breeding with the latest advances in modern science.

The research and production center operates in close collaboration with the Aba Annaev International Academy of Horse Breeding. This integration of science and education allows students and young scientists to participate in practical research, ensuring the training of a new generation of specialists capable of working with the most advanced biotechnology.

Furthermore, in 2023, the UNESCO Club &quot;Akhal-Teke Horses &ndash; Ambassadors of Peace&quot; was established at the Aba Annaev International Academy of Horse Breeding. This decision underscores the town of Arkadag&#39;s status as an international center for humanitarian cooperation. The Club also actively collaborates with international associations, organizing international scientific and practical conferences, training seminars for horse breeders and veterinarians, and sharing experiences as part of the UNESCO nomination.

The 2026 motto &laquo;Independent neutral Turkmenistan &minus; the homeland of purposeful winged horses&raquo; represents a comprehensive development program aimed at strengthening the country&#39;s authority on the global stage. It symbolizes fidelity to national roots while simultaneously embracing global progress and technological innovation.

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The motto for 2026 is an expression of national pride and Turkmenistan's aspirations for development

On Tuesday, January 6, at the trade exchange on the domestic market, local entrepreneurs concluded deals with the State Concern &ldquo;Turkmennebit&rdquo; to purchase type I-co-extruded packaging film. During the trade exchange, a deal was concluded for a total cost of 860 000,00 manats.

Co-extrusion packaging film is a multilayer material produced by the simultaneous extrusion of two or more polymers in order to achieve unique properties such as high gas and moisture barrier performance, strength, aesthetic appeal, and airtight sealing. It is ideally suited for the food industry and other sectors to extend shelf life and protect products. Such film may consist of three to seven layers, each performing a specific function (light protection, seam sealing, mechanical strength), resulting in a material that surpasses single-layer films in performance.

The State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan performs the function of the main governmental body regulating export and import operations. Its well-established operating mechanism enables it to successfully integrate into the international economic system.

Products of the Turkmennebit State Concern at exchange trading in Turkmenistan

A ceremonial meeting accompanied by musical performances was held at the Balkanabat Oil Secondary Vocational School of the State Concern &quot;T&uuml;rkmennebit&quot; to mark the announcement of 2026 as the year titled &laquo;Independent neutral Turkmenistan &minus; the homeland of purposeful winged horses&raquo;. The event aimed to widely explain the meaning and significance of the symbol of the year.

Teachers, students, and representatives of public organizations took part in the meeting. Speakers emphasized that thanks to the efforts of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Hero Arkadag, and Arkadagly Hero Serdar, in the new historical era the Akhal-Teke horse has become one of the main symbols of Turkmenistan and a vivid expression of the inseparable bond between eras and generations.

The speakers also extended congratulations to the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Hero Arkadag, Arkadagly Hero Serdar, all participants of the ceremonial meeting, and through them&mdash;to the entire people of the country on the occasion of the forthcoming New Year 2026.

A Ceremonial Meeting Dedicated to the 2026 Motto Held in Balkanabat

Turkmenistan is deploying the Electronic Interagency Interaction System (EIIS) to improve the accessibility of public services. The project is being carried out within the framework of the &quot;Concept for the Development of the Digital Economy in Turkmenistan for 2026&ndash;2028,&quot; approved by President Serdar Berdimuhamedow.

The Ministry of Communications of Turkmenistan, together with the United Nations Development Programme, has integrated the &quot;X-Road&quot; platform into the national system. This solution allows government agencies to exchange data securely while ensuring the confidentiality of citizens&#39; personal information.

Key ministries are already connected to the unified platform. In the near future, the list of system participants will expand, creating a single information space for the country.

The system will serve as a tool to simplify the process of obtaining certificates, documents, and permits. The project is also a step toward implementing the &quot;smart cities&quot; concept and achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.

To ensure the operation of the digital infrastructure, specialists from the Ministry of Communications of Turkmenistan and relevant agencies are undergoing training according to international Cisco and Linux standards. The training program includes mastering the Java and Python programming languages.

Turkmenistan Implements Electronic Interagency Interaction System

The new book by our Honorable President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, titled &quot;Neutrality of Turkmenistan: A Clear Path of Peace and Trust,&quot; published during the days of the widespread celebration of the glorious 30th anniversary of our country&#39;s permanent Neutrality, has sparked great interest among a wide audience of readers. The presentation ceremonies, which explain the significance and profound content of the book in expanding people&rsquo;s perspectives on peace and trust, clearly demonstrate this.

As noted in the speeches during the presentation ceremony held at the assembly hall of the oil and gas complex, through this new work by the Head of State, readers can gain a comprehensive understanding in Turkmen, English, and Russian about the historical roots of Turkmenistan&#39;s peace-loving foreign policy, the high moral character of our people, and the development of traditions of peace and good-neighborliness in culture, art, and life, as well as the international significance of Neutrality. Along with the importance of our permanent Neutrality, which has been recognized three times by the United Nations General Assembly, the book also details the historic initiatives of the Turkmen state aimed at ensuring global peace and trust. Furthermore, it summarizes the high milestones and achievements reached over the 30 years since Turkmenistan acquired its legal status of permanent Neutrality.

Additionally, the speakers noted that the new book by the Head of State has become a valuable guide for a deeper understanding of the ancient humanitarian principles of the Turkmen people and the significance of the Neutrality status. It was emphasized that the acquisition of permanent Neutrality opened a unique path of development for our state. The peace-loving foreign policy of our sovereign state, based on positive Neutrality, originates from the millennial traditions of goodwill of the Turkmen people and further enhances Turkmenistan&rsquo;s prestige in the international arena as a responsible and reliable partner. In this regard, it was noted that our country&rsquo;s energy policy is directed toward the interests of global well-being and regional development. In this direction, our country is implementing important international projects. As our Honorable President notes in his new book, Turkmenistan&rsquo;s energy diplomacy, based on Neutrality, is aimed at creating multifaceted infrastructural connectivity. Such an approach helps our country establish multilateral cooperation in the field of energy resource supplies.

As emphasized in the speeches, the principle of &quot;Peace through Development&quot; put forward by our Hero-Arkadag and the philosophy of &quot;Dialogue is a Guarantee of Peace&quot; are being successfully implemented under the wise leadership of our Honorable President. Every citizen of our country and every reader can see this clearly by reading the book dedicated to Turkmen Neutrality&mdash;the clear path of peace and trust.

Our Independence and our permanent Neutrality, recognized three times by the world, are important values that strengthen our statehood and ensure the unshakable unity of our people. Being the first neutral state recognized by the United Nations, this international legal status defines the foreign policy course of our Motherland. The speeches at the presentation ceremony dwelt in detail on the content and sections of the new book. In the chapters &quot;Neutrality in Turkmen Wisdom&quot; and &quot;Looking at the Historical Roots of Neutrality,&quot; historical evidence is used to discuss our people&rsquo;s principles of peacemaking and friendship. A separate section is dedicated to our country&#39;s strategic partnership with the UN. In the chapter titled &quot;Peace and Trust: The Urgency of the Era,&quot; the Honorable President draws attention to the critical issues of modern times, noting that no violation of peace and trust&mdash;considered the &quot;golden rules&quot; for their solution&mdash;should be allowed.

In the chapters &quot;Turkmenistan&rsquo;s &lsquo;Open Doors&rsquo; Policy&quot; and &quot;XXI Century: The Geopolitical and Geoeconomic Strategy of Turkmenistan,&quot; the effective implementation of our country&#39;s national interests in the international arena is discussed. These interests are inextricably linked with the principles of global peace, good-neighborliness, and sustainable development. In the chapter &quot;Peace: The Foundation of Turkmen Civilization,&quot; it is very wisely noted: &quot;To live in harmony, reconciliation, and agreement is the essence of the good prayers and wishes of every Turkmen, not only for themselves or their nation, but for all the people of the world.&quot;

The book concludes with UN Resolutions on the permanent Neutrality of Turkmenistan, historical documents adopted in our country during the International Year of Peace and Trust, and speeches by our Honorable President at various summits and conferences. Participants of the ceremony emphasized that the book does not only provide a comprehensive understanding of how the principles of Neutrality were formed in the Turkmen mindset and how they are exemplarily developed in our current sovereign state, but also serves as a valuable source of information.

Shohrat Esedillayev

Head of the Labor Protection and Technical Safety Department, Seydi Oil Refinery of the &quot;Turkmennebit&quot; State Concern

Source:&nbsp;<a href="https://turkmennebit.gov.tm/articles-detail/393">State Concern &quot;Turkmennebit&quot;</a>

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The Perfect Word on Peace and Trust

The results of the contest &laquo;&Yacute;ylyň g&ouml;reldeli wagyz&ccedil;ysy&raquo; were summed up at the Center of Public Organizations of Turkmenistan in Ashgabat.

Among the winners of the contest held at the national level is Bayramsoltan Gurbanova, Head of the Occupational Safety and Technical Security Department of the Department of Maintenance and Electrical Installation Administration of the &ldquo;Nebitgazburawla&yacute;yş&rdquo; Trust of the State Concern &ldquo;T&uuml;rkmennebit&rdquo;.

The contest, organized by the Political Council of the Democratic Party of Turkmenistan, aims to select active representatives from the country&rsquo;s velayats, as well as the cities of Ashgabat and Arkadag, who have distinguished themselves in widely explaining the state policy of the esteemed President&mdash;who is successfully continuing the initiatives of the Hero Arkadag&mdash;the large-scale transformations being implemented in the country&rsquo;s life, achieved labor successes, the consistent improvement of living conditions for the people, the comprehensive development of all sectors, and in inspiring the public toward honest and conscientious work.

During the event, the winners were awarded Certificates of Honor from the Political Council of the Democratic Party of Turkmenistan and valuable gifts.

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A Specialist of the “Nebitgazburawlaýyş” Trust of the State Concern “Türkmennebit” Wins the Contest «Ýylyň göreldeli wagyzçysy»

On January 5, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a working meeting with the participation of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers T. Atahallyev and the hakims of the velayats, during which issues related to the development of the agro-industrial sector and the progress of seasonal agricultural work in the regions of the country were reviewed.

The hakim of Ahal velayat, T. Nurmyradov, reported that care of wheat fields is currently underway, including the application of mineral fertilizers.

As part of preparations for the cotton sowing campaign, plowing and land leveling with the application of mineral fertilizers are continuing.

Necessary measures are being taken to prepare cotton seeds, as well as to repair and properly maintain agricultural machinery and equipment in order to provide cotton growers with high-quality seed material.

The hakim also reported on efforts to ensure the uninterrupted operation of heating systems in social and cultural facilities, as well as the supply of electricity, gas, and water to the population, and on the status of construction projects planned for commissioning in the velayat this year.

The hakim of Balkan velayat, H. Ashyrmyradov, reported on the situation in the region&rsquo;s fields.

As noted, wheat fields are currently being tended, including the application of mineral fertilizers.

On plots designated for cotton sowing, plowing and leveling are being carried out, machinery is being prepared for the spring season, and cotton growers are being supplied with cotton seeds.

The hakim informed about measures taken to ensure the proper functioning of heating systems in residential and public buildings, uninterrupted supply of electricity, natural gas, and drinking water to the population, as well as the progress of construction of facilities scheduled to be commissioned in the region this year.

The hakim of Dashoguz velayat, D. Babaev, reported on the progress of seasonal agricultural work in the velayat.

It was noted that, as part of preparations for the cotton sowing campaign, plowing, leveling, soil enrichment with mineral fertilizers, as well as preparation of machinery and cotton seeds, are being carried out in a systematic manner.

Information was also provided on measures being taken to ensure the proper functioning of heating systems in residential buildings and social and cultural facilities, the supply of electricity, natural gas, and drinking water to the population, and the progress of construction of facilities planned for commissioning in the region this year.

The hakim of Lebap velayat, D. Gendjiev, delivered a report on the progress of seasonal agricultural campaigns, noting ongoing seasonal work in the region, including care of wheat fields in accordance with agrotechnical requirements.

On areas allocated for cotton sowing, plowing, leveling, chiseling, leaching irrigation, and soil enrichment with mineral fertilizers are continuing. At the same time, efforts are being made to prepare agricultural machinery that will be used in the spring sowing campaign and in field maintenance work.

Information was also provided on measures taken to ensure the proper functioning of heating systems in residential buildings, government institutions, and social and cultural facilities during the winter period, uninterrupted supply of electricity, gas, and water to the population, as well as the progress of construction at facilities planned for commissioning this year under the Program for the Socio-Economic Development of the Country for 2022&ndash;2028 and the National Rural Program.

The hakim of Mary velayat, D. Annaberdiev, reported on the situation in the region&rsquo;s fields.

As reported, in order to obtain a high wheat yield, irrigation and soil fertilization with mineral fertilizers are being carried out in accordance with agrotechnical standards.

On plots intended for cotton sowing, plowing and leveling are underway. Efforts are being made to provide cotton producers with high-quality seeds, as well as to prepare machinery and equipment used during the spring season.

In addition, work is being carried out to harvest sugar beet without losses and to process the crop.

The hakim reported on measures taken to ensure the uninterrupted operation of heating systems in multi-apartment residential buildings, schools, and kindergartens, as well as the supply of electricity, gas, and water to the population of the region, and on the progress of construction of facilities of various purposes within the framework of the National Rural Program.

Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers T. Atahallyev reported on the progress of seasonal agricultural work in the country during the year declared as &laquo;Independent neutral Turkmenistan &minus; the homeland of purposeful winged horses&raquo;.

As reported, care of wheat fields is currently being carried out in the regions in accordance with agrotechnical standards, including the application of mineral fertilizers, with particular attention paid to the efficient operation of agricultural machinery.

As part of preparations for cotton sowing, plowing, leveling, and fertilization of land with mineral fertilizers are continuing. Measures are being taken to provide cotton growers with high-quality seeds for the sowing campaign. At the same time, efforts are being made to prepare agricultural machinery for the season and maintain it in proper condition.

Addressing the participants of the working meeting, the head of state once again emphasized the ongoing seasonal agricultural activities and noted the importance of properly carrying out field maintenance work in the regions, in particular plowing and leveling areas intended for cotton sowing in accordance with agrotechnical standards, providing cotton producers with high-quality seeds, as well as preparing machinery and equipment for the spring sowing campaign.

In addition, the head of state instructed to strictly monitor settlements between cotton and wheat producers and service enterprises in the regions for the 2024&ndash;2025 cotton harvest and the 2025&ndash;2026 wheat harvest, the progress of sugar beet harvesting in Mary velayat within agrotechnical timeframes, the proper functioning of heating systems in residential buildings, schools, and kindergartens, the supply of electricity, natural gas, and drinking water to the population, and to keep under constant supervision the construction of social, cultural, and industrial facilities scheduled for commissioning in the regions this year.

President of Turkmenistan Holds Meeting on the Development of the Agro-Industrial Sector

The oil refinery complex in Turkmenbashi of the State Concern &quot;T&uuml;rkmennebit&quot; processed over 4 million 506 thousand tons of oil in the 11 months of last year, exceeding planned targets by 6.7 percent.

The enterprise&#39;s specialists produced and delivered to consumers approximately 1 million 345 thousand tons of high-quality gasoline of various grades during the reporting period. The refinery complex, which is constantly being modernized and equipped with new production facilities, also achieved high results in the production of kerosene, diesel fuel, fuel oil, polypropylene, lubricating oils, petroleum coke, petroleum bitumen, and liquefied gas.

Products manufactured from hydrocarbon raw materials at the Turkmenbashi oil refinery complex fully comply with high quality standards.

Turkmenbashi Oil Refinery Complex Processed Over 4.5 Million Tons of Oil in 11 Months

President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the Federal President of the Federal Republic of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, on the occasion of his 70th birthday.

&ldquo;Relations between our countries are consistently strengthening and being enriched in substance. We attach great importance to the further development of bilateral cooperation and to taking it to new heights,&rdquo; the head of state noted in his message.

Taking this pleasant opportunity, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov expressed to Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier his sincere wishes for good health, happiness, and great success in all endeavors and aspirations for the well-being and prosperity of the people of the Federal Republic of Germany.

President of Turkmenistan sent congratulations to Federal President of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier

President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent warm congratulations to Mr. Guy Parmelin on the occasion of his assumption of office as President of the Swiss Confederation.

Taking this opportunity, the Head of state expressed to President Guy Parmelin his wishes for good health, happiness, and success in his new position for the further development and prosperity of Switzerland.

President of Turkmenistan Congratulates New Swiss Leader

The new year, 2026, has become a period of significant production achievements for workers of the fuel and energy complex of Mary Province.

At the gas fields of &ldquo;Galkynyş&rdquo;,&ldquo;G&uuml;nbatar Şatlyk&rdquo;, &ldquo;Kelleli&rdquo;, and several others, systematic work is underway to improve production efficiency. Special attention is being paid to scientific support and quality control of the gas. To this end, laboratories are being equipped with modern equipment, including a new high-precision Japanese-made instrument recently delivered to the Marygaz&ccedil;ykaryş administration.

As part of the first stage of development of the &ldquo;Galkynyş&rdquo; field, a new production well with a depth of 4,180 meters was drilled. This resulted in an industrial inflow of natural gas exceeding 2 million cubic meters per day.

Good results were also achieved at the &quot;Toparjulba&quot; field of the Central Karakum Gas Complex. Here, a new well with a depth of 1,200 meters provided a flow of sulfur-free gas of about 300,000 cubic meters per day.

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Source: <a href="https://turkmenistaninfo.gov.tm/tk/news/gazovaia-otrasl-maryiskogo-velaiata-nachala-2026-god-s-novymi-uspekhami">International Information Center of Turkmenistan</a>

Mary province achieves new successes in Gas production since the beginning of 2026

The &ldquo;Nebitgazd&uuml;&yacute;pliabatla&yacute;yş&rdquo; Trust, one of the major production enterprises in the western region of Turkmenistan, achieved outstanding economic results over 11 months of last year thanks to the effective work of its subordinate departments. The additional volume of oil produced by the trust during the reporting period amounted to about 246,532 tonnes, corresponding to a growth of 125.2 percent.

At the Barsagelmez field, one of the richest oil and gas fields of the State сoncern &ldquo;T&uuml;rkmennebit,&rdquo; major well-overhaul operations are being carried out without any slowdown. As a result of targeted efforts, over 11 months of last year, instead of the planned 376 wells, 396 wells were restored and handed over for operation to oil producers. The plan for this indicator was fulfilled by 105.3 percent.

The &ldquo;Nebitgazd&uuml;&yacute;pliabatla&yacute;yş&rdquo; Trust includes the well-overhaul departments of &quot;Goturdepe&quot;, &quot;Barsagelmez&quot; we &quot;Gamyşlyja&quot;. The repair crews of these departments made a worthy contribution to the trust&rsquo;s labor achievements during the reporting period.

The “Nebitgazdüýpliabatlaýyş” Trust in Turkmenistan Fulfilled Its Plan by 125 Percent

In Turkmenistan, the contribution of production enterprises of the Balkan velayat under the State Concern &ldquo;T&uuml;rkmennebit&rdquo; to the development of the oil and gas sector&mdash;one of the backbone sectors of the national economy&mdash;is highly significant. The Concern includes the trusts &ldquo;Nebitgazburawla&yacute;yş,&rdquo; &ldquo;Nebitgazd&uuml;&yacute;pliabatla&yacute;yş,&rdquo; and &ldquo;Nebitgaz&ccedil;ykaryş,&rdquo; which achieved high labor results over the 11 months of the past year.

Over the 11 months of the past year, the volume of &ldquo;black gold&rdquo; produced by the &ldquo;Nebitgaz&ccedil;ykaryş&rdquo; trust approached 3,684,540 tons. As a result, the production plan was fulfilled by more than 109 percent. Natural gas output exceeded 4 billion 218 million 600 thousand cubic meters, with plan fulfillment reaching 166.92 percent.

It should be noted that these achievements were made possible by the worthy contributions of the oil and gas production directorates &ldquo;Goturdepenebit,&rdquo; &ldquo;Nebitdagnebit,&rdquo; &ldquo;Gamyşlyjanebit,&rdquo; &ldquo;Ke&yacute;mir,&rdquo; &ldquo;Gumdagnebit,&rdquo; and &ldquo;Galkynyşnebit,&rdquo; as well as the &ldquo;K&ouml;rpeje&rdquo; gas production directorate.

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