Today, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a regular meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers using the digital system to discuss a number of issues related to the country’s life.
The first speaker was the Chairman of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan D.Gulmanova, who informed about the ongoing legislative activities.
In particular, it was reported on the results of the sixth meeting of the national parliament of the seventh convocation, held on July 13 of this year, at which legal acts were adopted on amendments and additions to the Budget, Sanitary Codes, the Code on Social Protection of the Population, the Laws on Physical Education and Sports, State Scientific-Technical Policy, Scientific Institutions, anti-doping in sports, seed production. Along with this, issues related to the ratification of international conventions and agreements, legislative support for foreign policy initiatives on our country’s accession to them were discussed. The report of the Ombudsman of Turkmenistan was also heard at the meeting.
It was informed about the participation of national parliamentarians in seminars organized by the representatives of the Children’s Fund and the UN Population Fund, the International Organization for Migration, the OSCE Center in Ashgabat together with government agencies of our country. In addition, a representative of the Mejlis was delegated to the forum held in the Hague (Holland) under the auspices of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe.
In addition, it was reported that people’s representatives take part in events to explain to the general public the key tasks set by the head of Turkmenistan to the industries at an expanded meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers, the main goals of the socio-economic transformations being implemented, the socio-political significance of the 33rd anniversary of the sacred independence of the Homeland.
Summarizing the information, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized the importance of modernizing the country’s legal framework, while paying special attention to the preparation of new bills that meet the realities of our time. In this regard, it was emphasized that work in this direction should continue to be effectively carried out.
Then, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers H. Geldimyradov reported on the practical steps taken to fulfill the instructions of the President of Turkmenistan on streamlining fees for carrying out actions related to state registration of integrated circuit topologies.
As was reported, a lot of work is currently being carried out to modernize, in accordance with world practice, the sphere of intellectual property protection in our country based on the initiatives of the head of state on the innovative development of the national economy. Turkmenistan is a party to 15 international treaties in this area and actively interacts with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the Eurasian Patent Organization (EAPO).
At the same time, the Intellectual Property Development Program for 2021–2025 is being successfully implemented. As part of the implementation of the measures defined in it, the Law of Turkmenistan “On the legal protection of topologies of integrated circuits” was adopted in 2023. According to this legal act, the Cabinet of Ministers establishes the amount of fees for carrying out actions related to the state registration of topologies of integrated circuits, and the procedure for their payment.
In this regard, the Deputy Prime Minister presented a draft relevant Resolution for consideration by the President of Turkmenistan.
After hearing the report, head of state Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted the need to further improve the scope of intellectual property protection in accordance with best international practices. Having signed the presented Resolution, the President of Turkmenistan sent the document to the Deputy Prime Minister via the digital system, addressing a number of specific instructions in this regard.
Next, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers B. Amanov reported on the progress of modernization of the facilities of the Turkmenbashi complex of oil refineries of the Türkmennebit State Concern, in particular, storage and shipment of liquefied gas.
As reported, due to oil refining at the Turkmenistan Oil Refinery Plant, along with various types of petroleum products, liquefied gas is produced. Special tanks are used for its storage and shipment to consumers. In order to increase their capacity, the necessary work is underway to expand the volume of the terminal for transportation, storage and operation of liquefied petroleum gas, located near the Turkmenbashi complex of oil refineries.
After listening to the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized that the country pays great attention to the modernization of oil refining facilities, as well as storage and transportation systems for petroleum products.
In this context, the head of state noted the importance of further development of the oil and gas industry, increasing the capacity of storage and shipment facilities for liquefied gas produced at the Turkmenistan Oil Refinery, instructing the Deputy Prime Minister to continue work in this direction.
Then Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers T. Atahallyev reported on the progress of seasonal agricultural campaigns in the country.
It was reported that the transportation of harvested wheat from reception points to granaries and elevators with subsequent placement continues in the velayats. In order to lay the foundations for next year’s harvest, the fields freed up after the mowing are plowed and high-quality seed material is harvested.
In areas with cotton, inter-row cultivation, fertilizing with minerals and vegetation irrigation are carried out. Steps are being taken to grow and provide the population with potatoes and vegetable and melon products, and to prepare for autumn sowing.
Having heard the report and noting the importance of continuing the comprehensive development of the country’s agricultural sector, the President of Turkmenistan ordered to ensure strict control over the transportation of wheat collected in the velayats from receiving points to granaries and elevators.
Emphasizing the need to carry out appropriate work to lay the foundations for next year’s harvest and prepare land for sowing, the head of state instructed to keep the procurement of high-quality wheat seeds in sight.
The focus of constant attention should be on compliance with agro-technical standards when caring for fields sown with cotton, the head of Turkmenistan continued, instructing the Deputy Prime Minister to carry out work to grow a rich harvest of other agricultural crops in accordance with the requirements.
Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers B. Annamammedov reported on the progress of digitalization of the activities of the structures under his supervision.
As noted, under the leadership of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, comprehensive measures are being taken for the comprehensive development of the country, the successful transition to a digital system through the use of innovative technologies and information and communication equipment that meet international standards.
In order to fulfill the tasks outlined in the “State Program for the Development of the Digital Economy of Turkmenistan for 2021–2025,” digitalization is being carried out in the field of utility services provided to the population, and conditions are being created for their payment online.
In this regard, it was reported that the Ashgabat khyakimlik developed the “Central Electronic System” project for enterprises providing utility services and gradually launched several programs.
With the launch of the project, modern methods of registering residential properties, buildings and citizens have been established. Utility companies can also keep records of their services in electronic format.
The portal of digital services of the capital’s khyakimlik (e.ashgabat.gov.tm) and the mobile application “SANLY ŞÄHER” are constantly being improved.
The utility payment system is also presented on the unified government services portal (e.gov.tm) and in popular mobile applications.
After listening to the report, the head of state noted that our country widely uses the capabilities of the digital system. Utility services offered to the population are constantly being improved, and favorable conditions are being created for citizens to pay for them through a digital system.
Focusing on the importance of implementing the “Central Electronic System” project for the digitalization of public services in the capital, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov gave the Deputy Prime Minister a number of specific instructions.
Next, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers B. Atdaev reported on the organization of school fairs.
The trade divisions of the Ministry of Trade and Foreign Economic Relations, in collaboration with domestic manufacturers and suppliers of goods for schoolchildren, are working to provide the country’s markets with stationery, school uniforms, tracksuits, shoes, etc.
In order to develop the digital system and provide the population with modern services, the delivery of necessary goods through e-commerce will be established through shopping centers, textile stores and private manufacturers.
The Deputy Prime Minister said that it is planned to organize a mobile trade of school goods in the velayat and etrap centers of the country, as well as in Ashgabat and Arkadag cities from August 1 to September 5 of this year.
Summarizing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized that it is necessary to constantly study the consumer demand of the population and, on this basis, increase the abundance of the domestic market.
In preparation for the new academic year, mobile retail outlets should be organized and provided with the goods necessary for schoolchildren and students in full, the head of state said, instructing the Deputy Prime Minister to carry out appropriate work in this direction.
Then Deputy Chairwoman of the Cabinet of Ministers M.Mammedova reported on the issue of organizing the “Gorkut ata” international film festival in our country. This event, in accordance with the special Plan approved by the Resolution of the President of Turkmenistan dated January 4, 2023, is scheduled for November of this year.
As reported, within its framework it is planned to hold a forum of leaders of the cinematographic sphere of the Turkic states with the participation of the Secretary General of the International Organization TURKSOY, as well as screening of films of the participating countries of the festival in cinemas and cinema-concert centers of Ashgabat, master classes of famous foreign actors and directors. For the delegates of this event, excursions are planned to Arkadag city, the Seýit Jemaleddin architectural complex, the “Ak bugdaý” national museum, located in Anau city, which was declared as the cultural capital of the Turkic world in 2024, the International Ahalteke Equestrian Complex and performances of the Galkynyş National Equestrian Games Group.
In order to ensure the organized participation of foreign guests in the international film festival, the Deputy Prime Minister submitted for consideration by the head of state a proposal to hold it on November 4-5 of this year.
Summarizing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted that our country is hosting numerous events on the occasion of declaring Anau city as the cultural capital of the Turkic world in 2024. Having approved the proposal presented by the Deputy Prime Minister to hold the international film festival “Gorkut ata”, the head of Turkmenistan ordered to take appropriate measures to organize this creative forum at the proper level.
Next, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan B. Orazdurdyeva reported on the preparation of our country’s national team to participate in the XXXIII Summer Olympic Games, which will be held in the capital of the French Republic – Paris from July 26 to August 11 this year.
At the invitation of the President of the International Olympic Committee, athletes in four sports disciplines – judo, weightlifting, athletics and aquatics – will take part in planetary competitions.
Currently, relevant work is underway to organize the sending of a sports delegation of our country to France, consisting of 19 people.
As reported, on July 22, a farewell ceremony for the Turkmenistan national team is planned to be held at the Sport Hotel in the capital’s Olympic village with the participation of representatives of public associations, national Olympic and Paralympic committees, heads of the country’s sports federations, and student youth.
In this regard, a number of proposals regarding the holding of the upcoming important event were submitted to the head of state for consideration.
After listening to the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized that our country attaches great importance to the development of mass sports and physical culture.
As the head of state noted, Turkmenistan has accumulated extensive experience in the development of sports both in the country and in the international arena, noting that our athletes regularly participate in international competitions at various levels and take prizes.
In this regard, the President of Turkmenistan ordered to ensure a high organizational level of the farewell ceremony for the national team of the country, which will take part in the XXXIII Summer Olympic Games in the capital of France – Paris.
Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Minister of Foreign Affairs R. Meredov reported on the preparation of a draft Plan for strengthening international cooperation of Turkmenistan in the field of renewable energy sources for 2025–2030.
It was noted that, guided by the constructive initiatives of the head of state, the Homeland pays special attention to strategically significant tasks of the global agenda, in particular, ensuring energy security, the transition to a “green” economy in connection with climate change, and the rational use of energy resources.
Currently, the world’s demand for energy resources is increasing, which is associated with the need to solve pressing issues of ecology and environmental protection.
As is known, comprehensive work is being carried out in Turkmenistan to implement the Law “On Renewable Energy Sources” and the National Strategy for the Development of Renewable Energy until 2030. Appropriate measures are also being taken to fulfill our country’s obligations arising from the Paris Agreement and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.
In order to enhance fruitful partnership in this area and coordinate activities carried out by relevant domestic ministries and departments at the international level, a number of proposals have been prepared.
Thus, it is proposed to develop a draft Plan to strengthen international cooperation of Turkmenistan in the field of renewable energy sources for 2025–2030. For this purpose, it is planned to carry out close interaction with relevant international organizations, financial institutions, research centers and structures.
To discuss the preparation of the draft of this Plan, it is proposed to organize an International Conference in the first half of September this year with the participation of representatives of the Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), a specialized agency of the United Nations for Industrial Development (UNIDO), the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), as well as the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and the Central Asia Regional Environmental Center (CAREC).
In addition, it is proposed to send representatives of Turkmenistan on a working visit to Abu Dhabi (UAE) in the second half of September this year to discuss a wide range of issues related to the above-mentioned topics with the leadership of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA).
In order to attract investments into the country’s economy based on high technologies in this area and innovations, a proposal was made to increase cooperation with the world’s leading companies within the framework of the International Investment Forum of Turkmenistan, which will be held in Ashgabat on September 19–20, 2024.
To prepare the draft of the above-mentioned Plan, it is also proposed to create a working group consisting of representatives of relevant ministries and departments.
Summarizing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized that Turkmenistan pays great attention to the development of renewable energy sources. Our country has favorable conditions for the practical use of solar and wind energy. In this area, successful interaction is carried out in the context of exchange of experience with international organizations.
Having approved the proposals presented, the head of state assigned to begin the relevant work on preparing a Plan for strengthening international cooperation of Turkmenistan in the field of renewable energy sources for 2025–2030.
A number of other issues of public life were also discussed at the meeting, on which appropriate decisions were made.
Concluding the regular meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers via the digital system, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov wished its participants good health, family well-being and great success in their work for the prosperity of the sovereign Homeland.
