On February 13, 2026, an event dedicated to the motto of 2026 “Independent, permanently neutral Turkmenistan - homeland of purposeful heavenly horses” was held in the building of the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Republic of Uzbekistan, as well as a presentation of the book by the President of Turkmenistan “The Neutrality of Turkmenistan: The Bright Path of Peace and Trust”. About this reports MFA of Turkmenistan. 

The event was attended by a deputy of the Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan, the Chairperson of the Republican Turkmen Cultural Center, representatives of the Turkmen diaspora, students studying at higher educational institutions of Uzbekistan, as well as members of the Embassy staff.

In his remarks, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Uzbekistan, Sh. Meredov, emphasized that the 2026 motto logically continues the ideas of 2025 — the International Year of Peace and Trust. It was noted that the symbolism of the current motto is determined both by the historical commitment of the Turkmen people to their spiritual and cultural values and by contemporary global realities.

In addition, the significance of Turkmenistan’s initiative to proclaim 2028 as the Year of International Law was highlighted, reflecting the country’s adherence to the principles of international law and the rule of law.

Within the framework of the event, the participants were presented with the book of the President of Turkmenistan “The Neutrality of Turkmenistan: The Bright Path of Peace and Trust” and its conceptual and practical provisions were outlined. It was emphasized that the publication reveals the legal and political foundations of neutrality, its role in ensuring regional and global stability, as well as Turkmenistan’s contribution to promoting a culture of peace and trust.

The event concluded with a reception featuring traditional Turkmen national cuisine.