28.07.2021
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Turkmen specialists get acquainted with recommendations on health, safety and prevention measures in educational institutions
Specialists of the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry and the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan continue to get acquainted with WHO recommendations on ensuring safety and prevention measures in educational institutions. Jointly organized by the WHO Regional Office for Europe, UNICEF and UNESCO, the Third High-level meeting on schooling during the COVID-19 pandemic discussed effective and safe schooling practices for the next academic year and risk-mitigation measures that should be implemented during the summer months.
28.07.2021
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The Dutar: The Soul of Turkmens
The dutar, which literally translates as ‘two strings’, is an integral part of the Turkmen nation’s centuries-old music. No celebration, be it a wedding or a public holiday, is complete without performances by folk musicians (bagshis).
28.07.2021
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Textile factories make school uniforms
Enterprises of the Textile Ministry of Turkmenistan have been producing a wide range of uniforms for students. The entire ‘collection’ of school outfits will have been prepared ahead of school bazars, which traditionally open on August 1.
27.07.2021
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The President of Turkmenistan accepted the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Today President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov has accepted re-appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Turkmenistan Saeed bin Osman Sweid who handed his credentials.
27.07.2021
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Weightlifter Polina Guryeva won the first medal for Turkmenistan at the Olympic Games
The first Olympic silver medal in the history of independent Turkmenistan was won today by the master of sports from Ashgabat Polina Guryeva at the Tokyo Games. The student of the Turkmen State Institute of Physical Culture and Sports achieved this success in the weight category up to 59 kg, in which representatives of 14 countries competed.
27.07.2021
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Weightlifter Kristina Shermetova ranks among top six athletes in the 55 kg weight category at the Olympic Games in Tokyo
Turkmen athlete Kristina Shermetova ranks among six strongest weightlifters in the up to 55 kg weight category at the Olympic Games in Tokyo. Representatives of 14 countries competed for medals in this group.
27.07.2021
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Friendly countries’ joint proposals
Turkmenistan and the Islamic Republic of Iran that share many similarities culturally have been constantly broadening and enhancing their humanitarian and cultural cooperation.
27.07.2021
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The first Viennese Ball in Ashgabat: Ten years later
Ten years ago, ahead of the milestone of 20 years of Turkmenistan’s independence, Ashgabat hosted the first Viennese ball, one of the most outstanding and spectacular events of the anniversary year. A proud tradition in Austria, but entirely new to Turkmenistan, the ball was initiated by the Austrian-Turkmen Society in cooperation with the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan. The Austrian capital has been renowned for its lavish balls for several centuries. Following in its footsteps, the celebration of music, waltz and elegance is now held in many other cities around the world. The Viennese ball has been inscribed on the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
26.07.2021
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The President of Turkmenistan held an online working meeting
Today President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov held an online working meeting with participation of the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet who supervises the agro-industrial complex, and khyakims of regions in which the course of seasonal agricultural activities to grow the generous harvest of cotton, and also preparation for the 30th anniversary of independence of our Fatherland were considered.
26.07.2021
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Takhir Ataev's Orchestra: Vivaldi + Richter
The concert of the string orchestra of Takhir Atayev took place at a full house on the stage of the Vatan cinema and concert center. This time the musicians delighted the audience with the cycle "The Four Seasons" by Antonio Vivaldi in the philosophical version of Max Richter.