On 10 May 2024, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan jointly presented a program of events to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the great poet and thinker Magtymguly Fragi during a press briefing, hosted by MFA Turkmenistan. The event was moderated by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan […]
Ashgabat Celebrates Victory Day with Heartfelt Concert
To commemorate the 79th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War (WWII), a concert was held in Ashgabat, jointly organized by the Russian Embassy and the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan. The National Music and Drama Theater stage became a platform for well-known Turkmen artists to perform songs of the war years. These compositions, […]
Tatarstan hosted an international round table dedicated to Magtymguly Fragi
On 16 April 2024, the International Round table titled “Magtymguly Fragi – the great educator and thinker of the Turkic world” was held at the Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Tatarstan. The participants and speakers included the President of the Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Tatarstan, Professor Rifkat Minnikhanov, employees of […]
Turkmenistan will publish state register of historical and cultural monuments in book form
The state register of the historical and cultural monuments of Turkmenistan contains the specialized scientific works of lasting value. The government has decided to publish these works in the book form, reported the DPM for culture, Ms. Mammedova, during a cabinet meeting on 12 April 2024. Some of the research works in the book will […]
Turkmenistan hosted an international conference dedicated to the ancient culture of the Anau
The international scientific conference “Ancient Culture of Anau” was held on 27 March 2024 in Anau, becoming one of the main events under Anau’s status as the cultural capital of the Turkic world in 2024, TDH reports. The forum, organized by the Institute of History and Archaeology of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan, invited […]
Doors to the world of public diplomacy: The Embassy of Turkmenistan in Brussels welcomes European students
Ambassador to Belgium talks about public diplomacy strategies at a meeting with European students On 26 March 2024, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Brussels opened its doors to students/undergraduates and teaching staff from the University of Lille (French public research university based in Lille, Hauts-de-France), emphasizing the desire of the diplomatic mission to strengthen its […]
Anau Takes Center Stage as 2024 Cultural Capital of the Turkic World
Following the 39th meeting of TURKSOY’s Permanent Council of Ministers of Culture in Bursa (2022), Anau, Turkmenistan, was announced the 2024 Cultural Capital of the Turkic World. This coincides with the 300th anniversary of the great poet and thinker Magtymguly Fragi, making 2024 a year of significant cultural celebration in Turkmenistan. Anau, now holding the […]
Kyrgyzstan may introduce lectures about Magtymguly’s legacy into school and university curriculum
On 20 March 2024, Turkmenistan Ambassador Nuri Golliyev met with Kyrgyzstan Education and Science Minister Dogdurkul Kendirbayeva. During the meeting, the parties discussed a number of key topics reflecting current areas of cooperation aimed at deepening and expanding the partnership between Turkmenistan and Kyrgyzstan in the field of education and science, the Ministry of Foreign […]
Turkmenistan and Romania Discuss Cultural Collaboration
On 20 March 2024, Ambassador Annamammet Annayev met with Minister of Culture of Romania Ms. Raluca Turcan at the Ministry of Culture in Romania, the Embassy of Turkmenistan to Romania reports. The meeting focused on future cultural cooperation between the two countries. The sides highlighted the importance of the existing bilateral agreement on cultural cooperation, […]
Kazinform Interview: Turkmenistan Ambassador on Bilateral Cooperation with Kazakhstan
In recent years, Turkmenistan and the Republic of Kazakhstan have been carrying out active exchanges in the cultural and humanitarian sphere. In 2024, it is planned to organize cross Culture Days of Turkmenistan and the Republic of Kazakhstan. Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Kazakhstan Batyr Rejepov spoke about this in […]
Trade turnover between Turkmenistan and India increased to US $ 192 million
The volume of bilateral trade between India and Turkmenistan has steadily increased from US $ 60.64 million in 2020-2021 to US $ 192 million in 2022-2023. This was stated by the Ambassador of India to Turkmenistan, Ms. Madhumita Hazarika Bhagat, in an interview with the Turkmenistan newspaper. Among the main goods imported from India are […]
Administration of President of Türkiye: The global audience of Turkish TV series has reached 1 billion
Turkish television series have amassed a massive global following, reaching an estimated one billion viewers, according to Fahrettin Altun, head of the Communications Department of the Turkish Presidency. This popularity reflects the remarkable growth of Turkish cinema in recent years, with demand for Turkish dramas surging by 183% over the past three years. Altun highlighted […]
A Taste of Azerbaijan: Cultural Celebration in Ashgabat
On 22 February 2024, the Azerbaijani Embassy in Ashgabat hosted a event showcasing the rich tapestry of their culture and cuisine. The prestigious Mandarin Restaurant welcomed members of diplomatic corps, alongside the local Azerbaijani community, on a captivating journey through Azerbaijan. Guests were treated to an array of dishes and sweets, their enticing aromas filling […]
Uzbekistan prepares to celebrate the 300th anniversary of Magtymguly Fragi in a grand manner
In 2024, Turkmenistan celebrates the 300th anniversary of Magtymguly Fragi, the great Turkmen poet and thinker, whose legacyhas become an invaluable part of not only Turkic, but also world culture. Uzbekistan, where the poems of Magtymguly Fragi are also widely popular, will host a number of large-scale events, in accordance with the Decree of the […]
Turkmen delegation from the Ministry of Culture visited Kazakhstan
A Turkmen delegation from the Ministry of Culture undertook a visit to Kazakhstan from 15 to 16 February 2024. Meetings with Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Culture and Information, Astana governorate and the Turkmen Embassy fostered closer cultural cooperation. During the meeting with Vice Minister of Culture and Information of Kazakhstan Yerbol Alikulov, Ambassador of Turkmenistan Batyr […]
Ambassador of Russia Ivan Volynkin hosted a briefing for the Russian media accredited in Turkmenistan
On 16 February 2024, Russian Ambassador to Turkmenistan Ivan Volynkin held a briefing for Russian media journalists accredited in Turkmenistan. Here are the answers of Ambassador Volynkin during the briefing, published on the official website of the Russian Embassy in Turkmenistan: How would you characterize the current level of relations between Russia and Turkmenistan? Are […]
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan to Celebrate Cultures with Reciprocal Events
During a meeting on 16 February, Ambassador Batyr Rejepov of Turkmenistan and Yerbol Alikulov, Vice Minister of Culture and Information of Kazakhstan, discussed upcoming cultural exchange events. Representatives from both nations confirmed plans to host Days of Culture events in each other’s countries later this year. Turkmenistan will showcase its vibrant culture in Kazakhstan in […]
Embassy of Turkmenistan in France Hosts Meetings on Cultural Collaboration
On 14 February 2024, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to France, Maksat Chariev, met with met with Jean-Marie Laronze, producer of Monde Et Media TV and Edouard Montoute, a French theater and film actor. This meeting builds upon their successful participation in the first “Dawn of Arkadag” International Film Festival held in Arkadag city last October, […]
Turkmenistan Ambassador Discusses Media Cooperation with The Korea Times President
On 31 January 2024, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Korea, Begench Durdyyev, held a meeting with Mr. Oh Young-jin, President and Publisher of “The Korea Times” newspaper. The discussion focused on fostering further cooperation between Turkmenistan and South Korea, with a particular emphasis on strengthening ties in the media landscape. Ambassador Durdyyev […]
Pakistan unveils concept of the Second CPEC Cultural Caravan for Central Asian States
Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture of Pakistan Jamal Shah, on Tuesday (23 Jan) met with Ambassadors of Central Asian States, Russia and China to discuss the initial plan of second ‘CPEC Cultural Caravan 2024’, APP reports. Addressing the diplomats, Jamal Shah told that Pakistan plans to organize a second China Pakistan Economic Corridor […]
Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan discussed prospects for cultural and humanitarian cooperation
On 11 January 2024, Ambassador of Turkmenistan Batyr Rejepov met with Minister of Culture and Information of Kazakhstan Balayeva Aida. During this meeting, the parties discussed a number of bilateral issues of cultural and humanitarian cooperation and touched upon the issues of developing promising areas of collaboration. In particular, the parties exchanged views on the […]
Sharing Artistic Legacy: Turkmenistan Shines at Dushanbe’s East-West Festival
On 23 December 2023, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Tajikistan took part in the International Festival “East-West: Musical Traditions and Eurasian Folk Art in the cultural space of the CIS”, which was held in Dushanbe. Organized by the Ministry of Culture of Tajikistan, the festival brought together a diverse ensemble of performers and audiences. Diplomats, […]
Celebrating Shared Heritage: Turkmen-Iranian Art Exhibition in Mary
A vibrant tapestry of culture unfolded in Mary, Turkmenistan, on 14 December, as the joint exhibition of decorative, applied and mosaic art from Turkmenistan and the Islamic Republic of Iran officially opened. This event, echoing the long-standing good-neighborliness between the two nations, marked another step towards strengthening their multifaceted ties, TDH reports. The grand opening […]
The Year of Culture of the People’s Republic of China started in Turkmenistan
On 31 October, Ashgabat hosted the opening ceremony of the Year of Culture of the People’s Republic of China in Turkmenistan, a large-scale event initiated by the heads of the two countries to introduce Turkmen citizens to the rich culture of China, its traditions, and achievements in the field of art, TDH reports. Strengthening cultural […]
Turkmen National Institute of World Languages Opens Modernized Classrooms for Teaching Japanese under Japanese Government Grant Assistance Project
Today, on 13 September 2023, the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages hosted the opening ceremony of classrooms as part of the Project for providing equipment to teach Japanese language at the Turkmen National Institute of World Languages. This project, in turn, was implemented within the framework of Japanese Government project “Grassroots Grant […]
UAE Embassy Opens Emirati-Turkmen Library to Promote Cultural Exchange
The UAE Embassy in the Republic of Turkmenistan has opened the Emirati-Turkmen Library and launched Arabic language classes at the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages in the capital, Ashgabat, WAM reports. The opening ceremony was attended by Mahri Byashimova, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Ahmed Al Hameli, UAE Ambassador to […]
Министр культуры Туркменистана принял участие на 35-ом заседании Совета по культурному сотрудничеству государств-участников СНГ
18 ноября 2020 года состоялось ХХXV заседание Совета по культурному сотрудничеству государств-участников СНГ. Делегацию Туркменистана возглавил министр культуры страны А.Шамурадов. На встрече были обсуждены вопросы интенсификации культурного обмена стран, ход выполнения Основных мероприятий сотрудничества государств-участников СНГ в области культуры на 2016-2020 годы, в том числе возможность проведения Международной выставки «ART EXPO» государств-участников СНГ в 2020-2022 […]
The Minister of Culture of Turkmenistan took part in the 35th meeting of the Council for Cultural Cooperation of the CIS Member States
On November 18, 2020, the XXXV meeting of the Council for Cultural Cooperation of the CIS Member States was held. The delegation of Turkmenistan was headed by the Minister of Culture of the country A. Shamuradov. At the meeting, the issues of intensifying the cultural exchange of countries, the progress of the Main activities of […]