On 6 December 2024, a joint conference of the International University of Humanities and Development of Turkmenistan with the University “December 1, 1918” in Alba Iulia, Romania, was held, dedicated to the 300th anniversary of the birth of Magtymguly Fragi. During the event, Daniel Breaz, Rector of the University “December 1, 1918” in Alba Iulia, […]
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan hosted a briefing on the outcome of the International Forum dedicated to the 300th anniversary of Magtymguly Fragi
On October 14, 2024, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan held a briefing on the results of the International Forum dedicated to the 300th anniversary of the birth of Magtymguly Fragi “The interconnection of times and civilizations – the basis of modern peace and development”. The event was attended by heads and staff of […]
Ambassador of Turkmenistan donated a collection of Magtymguly Fragi poetry to the National Library of Romania
On 24 September 2024, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Romania Annamammet Annayev visited the National Library of Romania and met with Director Adrian Cioroianu and library staff. At the meeting, the Ambassador donated to the Library a collection of poems by the Turkmen classic published in Romanian, whose 300th anniversary is celebrated this year at the […]
We consider Turkmenistan as an integral part of TURKSOY, says Secretary General Raev
On September 3rd, 2024, Mr. Rashid Meredov, the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan welcomed a delegation of TURKSOY headed by its Secretary General Sultan Raev in his office in the premises of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The agenda of the meeting which took […]
300th anniversary of Magtymguly Fragi celebrated in Kazan as part of the gastronomic festival
On 13-14 July 2024, the 300th anniversary of the great Turkmen poet Magtymguly Fragi was also celebrated in the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan as part of the Delicious Kazan gastronomic festival. The celebration of the poet’s anniversary, which was organized by the Consulate General of Turkmenistan in Kazan, was held in the spirit […]
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres awarded the jubilee medal of Turkmenistan “On the 300th anniversary of Magtymguly Fragi”
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who is on a visit to Ashgabat, was awarded the jubilee medal of Turkmenistan “On the 300th anniversary of Magtymguly Fragi “. The award ceremony took place on Saturday, 6 July, after talks with President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. “In our independent, neutral country, in the year of the “Fount of […]
A solemn opening ceremony of the monument to the great Turkmen thinker Magtymguly Fragi took place in Astana
On July 4, 2024, a solemn opening ceremony of the monument to the great poet-thinker Magtymguly Fragi took place in the capital of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Astana. The ceremony was attended by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, who is on a working visit […]
Magtymguly Pyragy and today’s Turkmenistan – Part Seven
Tariq Saeedi ‘Songs from the Steppes of Central Asia’ is a collection of some of the poems of Magtymguly Pyragy. Dr. Youssef Azemoun translated the poems into the English language and the eminent British poet and author Brian Aldiss versified them. One of the poems in this collection is ‘Dawn is the Time.’ This is […]
Magtymguly Pyragy and today’s Turkmenistan – Part Six
Tariq Saeedi Magtymguly sets the bar high. He encourages the youth to live their life by lofty standards. These are the same standards by which he lived his own life. Of course, there are countless young people who were inspired by Magtymguly early in their life and who tried to follow in the footsteps of […]
Briefing Highlights Magtymguly Fragi’s Legacy
A press briefing titled “Magtymguly – All humanity Poet” was held on Tuesday, 25 June, in Arkadag city. The event focused on the enduring influence of the renowned Turkmen poet. Discussions highlighted the importance of Magtymguly’s work in shaping moral values among the younger generation. The briefing emphasized how Fragi’s principles of humanism, peace, and […]
Turkmenistan Culture Days Kick Off in Astana
The Days of Culture of Turkmenistan in Kazakhstan started today in Astana. The festivities opened with a screening of “Istain,” a feature film directed by Arslan Yeyeberdiyev based on the work of Turkmen poet Magtymguly Fragi, specifically his poem “At Islarin.” Dignitaries from government agencies, creative and scientific communities, and public figures graced the opening […]
Magtymguly Pyragy and today’s Turkmenistan – Part Five
Tariq Saeedi So far, we have highlighted the role of Magtymguly in shaping the Turkmen language and literature, his highly powerful message for the unity and freedom, and his holistic perspective – everything is connected with everything else. Now we would like to take this idea to the next level. For this, there is the […]
Magtymguly Pyragy and today’s Turkmenistan – Part Four
Tariq Saeedi In the second part of this series, we said that Magtymguly was an idea whose time had come. The nature prepared him through very tough and panoramic training. His personal tragedies, the upheaval around him, his extensive travels and education were all part of the way the nature prepared him from the childhood. […]
Parliament of Turkmenistan hosted a Special Meeting dedicated to the 300th anniversary of Magtymguly Fragi
On 22 June 2024, a special videoconference meeting titled “Historical and cultural values uniting peoples” was held at the Mejlis of Turkmenistan, dedicated to the 300th anniversary of the birth of the great thinker and poet Magtymguly Fragi. The meeting was attended by representatives of the parliaments of Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, […]
Magtymguly Pyragy and today’s Turkmenistan – Part Three
Tariq Saeedi Adam Laten Willson has written a comprehensive essay on Magtymguly Pyragy. Willson holds a BA in Liberal Arts from St. John’s College, Santa Fe, NM (2007), and an MLitt in Comparative Literature from University of Glasgow (2019, Award of Distinction). The majority of his Master’s program was devoted to Russian and European modernism. […]
Magtymguly Pyragy and today’s Turkmenistan – Part Two
Tariq Saeedi In the first part of this series, we mentioned that the life of Magtymguly Pyragy was spent in a period of upheaval and turmoil. These circumstances were partly to shape the philosophy and message of the great philosopher and poet. However, in the timeline given in the first part of this series, we […]
Magtymguly Pyragy and today’s Turkmenistan – Part One
Tariq Saeedi Magtymguly Pyragy (1724-1807) is the national poet of Turkmenistan. This year – the 300th anniversary of Magtymguly – the Turkic countries and all the other friends of Turkmenistan are holding ceremonies to pay tribute to the great man. In this short series, we will try to look at some aspects of the life […]
Turkmenistan Gifts Carpet depicting Magtymguly Fragi to World Customs Organization Museum
On 17 June 2024, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Belgium Sapar Palvanov presented a handmade carpet depicting the great Turkmen poet and philosopher Magtymguly Fragi to the World Customs Organization (WCO) Secretary General, Mr. Ian Saunders. The gift coincides with the of Magtymguly Fragi’s 300th anniversary. The building of the World Customs Organization is a unique […]
A number of events dedicated to the 300th anniversary of the birth of Magtymguly Fragi took place in the Turkish city of Yozgat
On May 31, 2024, in the central park of the city of Yozgat of the Republic of Türkiye, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Türkiye organized a flower-laying ceremony at the monument to the great Turkmen poet and philosopher Magtymguly Fragi. The event was attended by leaders of the province and the mayor’s office of the […]
Ashgabat hosted an International Conference of Ministers of Culture dedicated to the 300th anniversary of Magtymguly Fragi
On 17-18 May 2024, an international conference at the level of ministers of culture of foreign countries dedicated to the 300th anniversary of Turkmen poet and thinker Magtymguly Fragi was held in Ashgabat. Heads and representatives of the international organizations like TURKSOY, ECO, and CIS participated, alongside esteemed guests such as Deputy Chairman of the […]
Delegates from 34 countries will participate in Magtumguly conference in Ashgabat
Turkmenistan is celebrating this year the 300th anniversary of its national poet, Magtumguly Fragi. The related events are taking place in Turkmenistan and many countries of the world. Turkmenistan will host an international conference “The Fount of the Wisdom of Magtymguly Fragi,” on 18 May 2024 in Ashgabat. The Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan is […]
Astana Hosts Scientific and Creative Event Honoring Turkmen Poet Magtymguly Fragi
On 20 February 2024, a distinguished gathering convened in Astana, Kazakhstan, to celebrate the 300th anniversary of the birth of renowned Turkmen poet Magtymguly Fragi. Held at the National Center for Manuscripts and Rare Books, the event combined scientific discourse with artistic expression, fostering deeper appreciation for Magtymguly’s enduring legacy, the Embassy of Turkmenistan to […]
Turkmen Embassy in Korea Honors Book of the President “Youth is the Support of the Motherland” and Year of Magtymguly Fragi
On 3 February 2024, a meeting dedicated to the declaration of 2024 as the Year of “Fount of Wisdom of Magtymguly Fragi”, as well as the presentation of the first book of the President of Turkmenistan His Excellency Mr. Serdar Berdimuhamedov titled “Youth is the support of the Motherland” was held at the Embassy of […]
Turkmen National Institute of World Languages has developed an app devoted to Magtymguly’s poetry
Center for Young Scientists of the Turkmen National Institute of World Languages named after Dovletmammet Azadi has developed the “Magtymguly’s World” app, the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper reports. The purpose of the application is to familiarize a wide audience with the poetry and legacy of the great thinker of the Turkmen people, poet Magtymguly Fragi. The […]