Today, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a regular meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers via the digital system, the agenda of which included a number of issues of state life.
The first to speak was the Chairwoman of the Mejlis D. Gulmanova, who informed about the ongoing work on legislative support for various areas. In particular, it was noted that currently, together with representatives of ministries and industry departments, an analysis of current legal acts and the development of draft laws are being carried out.
It was also reported on the meeting of the organizing committee for the preparation of the next forum of the Halk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan, discuss issues, associated with determining the date of its holding, the creation of the Organizing Committee and approval of its composition, drawing up the agenda and preliminary program, developing relevant documents, providing organizational and methodological assistance to velayat, etrap and city halk maslakhaty, etc.
At the same time, it was informed about the meeting held with the new head of the UN Children’s Fund Representative Office in our country, about the participation of Mejlis Deputies in an event, dedicated to the preparation for the Memorandum on the rules of foreign trade in Turkmenistan, a seminar organized by the OSCE Center in Ashgabat, as well as in various actions to explain to the population the key tasks arising from the National Program for the Socio-Economic Development of the Country, the socio-political significance of the year “The Fount of Wisdom of Magtymguly Fragi”, and the goals of the adopted legislative acts. Noting that the development of new draft laws that meet the requirements of the time is among the important tasks of today, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized the need to continue work in this direction.
Then Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers H. Geldimyradov reported on the organizational issues of the next 37th meeting of the Advisory Council on Labor, Employment and Social Protection of the Population of the Member States of the Commonwealth of Independent States.
As noted, in accordance with the initiative put forward by the National Leader of the Turkmen people at the CIS Summit in October 2017, a Declaration on strategic economic cooperation of the Commonwealth member states was developed. This document was unanimously adopted at a meeting of the Council of Heads of State held in October 2019 in Ashgabat.
The Declaration, among the priority areas of activity of the CIS member states, defines the task of further developing cooperation in the field of labor, employment and social protection of the population. In this regard, as reported, relevant work is being carried out to build up contacts with the relevant structures of the Commonwealth of Independent States.
Having reported on the results of the meeting, held on June 14 of the current year via videoconference with the participation of representatives of the authorized bodies of the Commonwealth member states, the Executive Committee and relevant CIS organizations, the Deputy Prime Minister submitted for consideration of the President of Turkmenistan a proposal to hold the next meeting of the Consultative Council on October 17-18 of the current year in Ashgabat.
Having heard the report, the head of state Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized that our neutral Homeland is consistently strengthening cooperation with the CIS in the trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres. Cooperation with industry structures of the Commonwealth is also expanding, the President of Turkmenistan continued, assigning the Deputy Prime Minister to properly prepare and conduct at a high level the upcoming regular meeting of the Consultative Council on Labor, Employment and Social Protection of the Population of the Member States of the Commonwealth of Independent States in Ashgabat.
Then Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers B. Amanov reported on the work being done to provide the necessary funds for the construction of wells at the Galkynyş gas field of the Türkmengaz State Concern.
As reported, uninterrupted supplies of “blue fuel” to neighboring countries are carried out from this field – one of the world’s largest sources of Turkmen natural gas in terms of reserves.
In order to develop the Galkynyş field, it is planned to drill and commission additional gas wells at the first stage of its development. In this regard, it was noted that measures are being taken to provide material and technical supplies for this facility.
After hearing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov addressed the Deputy Prime Minister with instructions related to the acquisition of equipment and materials necessary for drilling new additional gas wells at the Galkynyş field. Then Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers T. Atakhallyev reported on the progress of work in the agro-industrial sector, including seasonal agricultural campaigns in the country.
It was reported that cotton care is currently being carried out in the velayats, in particular, inter-row cultivation, weeding, fertilizing the soil with minerals and vegetation irrigation. At the same time, preparations are underway for harvesting receiving points and agricultural machinery.
In order to lay the foundation for the next year’s wheat harvest, plowing and leveling of the land, preparation of seed material, special machines and units that will be used in sowing are being carried out.
It was noted that in Dashoguz and Lebap velayats, rice crops are being cared for – fertilizing with minerals and vegetation irrigation. In livestock farms in the regions, steps are being taken to further develop livestock farming, increase the number of livestock, and create feed reserves. In order to improve water supply and melioration of lands, rational use of water resources, irrigation and drainage canals are being cleaned.
Summarizing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized the need to take measures for the comprehensive development of the country’s agricultural sector. In this regard, the head of state assigned to ensure compliance with the established requirements for cotton care, as well as the proper preparation of cotton gins, receiving points and transport for the transportation of “white gold”.
Focusing on the importance of proper work to lay the foundations for next year’s grain harvest and land planning, the President of Turkmenistan ordered to keep under review the issues of providing farmers with high-quality wheat seeds and preparing agricultural machinery for the upcoming sowing.
In addition, the head of state gave the Deputy Prime Minister instructions to ensure control over the work on growing other agricultural crops in order to obtain rich harvests.
Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers B. Annamamedov reported on the measures taken to modernize the activities of the supervised areas. As reported, fundamental reforms are currently being implemented in the construction sector, as in other industries. The work carried out in this sector is carried out on a scientific basis. At the same time, advanced technologies are being widely introduced into production. Based on the Procedure for financing activities to develop a national estimate and regulatory framework and improve the pricing system in construction, a draft of the relevant Resolution was submitted for consideration by the head of state.
After hearing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized that one of the key tasks is to develop software in accordance with the requirements of the time for calculating the cost of construction and installation works, reconstructions and major repairs carried out in our country. In order to create a State information system for pricing in construction, the head of Turkmenistan signed a corresponding Resolution and, having sent the document to the Deputy Prime Minister via the digital system, addressed a number of specific directives.
Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers B. Atdaev reported on the preparations for holding the International Exhibition and Fair “Kids Expo: everything for children!” in August of the current year.
It was reported that the exposition will feature high-quality, environmentally friendly products for children, schoolchildren and students, educational materials, electronic goods from domestic and foreign companies. Along with this, it is planned to organize presentations of innovative developments from well-known companies specializing in this area, which will facilitate the exchange of experience, as well as familiarization with new products in this area. After hearing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized that it is necessary to ensure the participation of leading domestic and foreign manufacturers in the exhibition-fair for children, which will be held in the capital on August 19 this year. The Deputy Prime Minister was also instructed to properly prepare for the organization of this international show.
Then Deputy Chairwoman of the Cabinet of Ministers M.Mammedova reported on the Procedure for the main events for August of this year.
As reported, on the occasion of the announcement of 2024 as the year of the “The Fount of Wisdom of Magtymguly Fragi”, various conferences, round tables, creative meetings, educational events, exhibitions, song and music celebrations are planned for the next month. It is also envisaged to summarize the results of previously announced competitions.
During the summer holidays, creative and intellectual competitions, sports competitions will be organized for children and adolescents. In August, the Avaza National Tourist Zone will host cultural and sports events under the motto “Awaza – dostluk mekany”, as well as a forum dedicated to the Caspian Day.
Among the main events of the next month, the final rounds of the “Yaňlan, Diýarym!” TV contest in the velayats were named, and the final stage of the “Çalsana, bagşy!” contest in Ashgabat.
Summarizing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted that the year of “The Fount of Wisdom of Magtymguly Fragi” is marked by celebrations highlighting the progressive development of our Homeland. In this regard, the Deputy Prime Minister was assigned to hold all the events planned for August at a high organizational level. Then Deputy Chairwoman of the Cabinet of Ministers B. Orazdurdyeva reported on the preparations for the final state round of the gifted children’s competition “Garaşsyzlygyň merjen däneleri”, dedicated to the 33rd anniversary of Turkmenistan’s independence.
The final round of the creative competition, which is organized in accordance with the Resolution of the head of state on holding a competition for the Presidential Prize of Turkmenistan “Türkmeniň Altyn asyry” among literary, cultural and artistic figures, amateur young singers and representatives of the younger generation, will be held in September this year.
The stages of this competition, with the assistance of the ministries of education and culture, were held in etraps, cities and velayats. They were attended by 64 creative groups and young singers, a total of 1,011 children. Based on their results, 21 singers, 13 children’s dance, song and music and folklore groups were selected, which distinguished themselves with their high skill in performing songs glorifying our sovereign Homeland. In total, 361 children won the right to participate in the state stage. The final state round of this competition is planned to be held on September 6 at “Türkmeniň ak öýi” in the Ak Bugday etrap of Ahal velayat. Summarizing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted that song and music and creative competitions aimed at developing national culture and art, instilling a love for art in the younger generation, identifying and developing their talents are regularly organized in our country. Having approved the proposal submitted by the Deputy Prime Minister to hold the final state round of the “Garaşsyzlygyň merjen däneleri” gifted children’s competition, the head of Turkmenistan ordered that appropriate measures be taken.
Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Minister of Foreign Affairs R. Meredov reported on the results of the working visit of our country’s delegation to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, undertaken this week.
One of the priority vectors of the Homeland’s foreign policy is the development of constructive cooperation with the states of South Asia. Among them is the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, relations with which are traditionally friendly. In order to strengthen mutually beneficial bilateral partnership, a number of consultations and negotiations were held in Islamabad during the visit.
In this regard, it was noted that the delegation of Turkmenistan was received by the President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari. During the meeting, issues of developing interstate cooperation in the political-diplomatic, trade-economic and cultural-humanitarian spheres were discussed.
Key areas of Turkmen-Pakistani cooperation were discussed during the talks with the Prime Minister of Pakistan Shahbaz Sharif. The emphasis was placed on the implementation of large-scale joint projects – the construction of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline, the laying of power transmission lines and fiber-optic communication lines along the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan (TAP) route.
During the visit, bilateral political consultations were also held at the level of foreign ministers. It was noted that Turkmenistan and Pakistan constructively cooperate at the sites of international and regional organizations, providing mutual support for the initiatives and proposals put forward. In this context, the issue of combining efforts to implement Turkmenistan’s initiative to prepare a Global Security Strategy was discussed. An agreement was also reached on joint work to further strengthen partnership in the format of the UN, OIC, ECO and other authoritative organizations.
As part of the consultations, an exchange of views took place on topical aspects of the international and regional agenda. The issue of strengthening the legal framework of bilateral relations was also considered in detail. In addition, a meeting of the co-chairs of the joint Turkmen-Pakistani intergovernmental commission on economic cooperation was held, during which a number of proposals were voiced to improve the efficiency of its activities.
As part of the visit, negotiations were also organized between the delegation of Turkmenistan and the Minister of Oil of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. The subject of an interested exchange of views was the prospects for developing a productive partnership in the fuel and energy sector. Special attention was paid to the implementation of the TAPI gas pipeline construction project. In this regard, an agreement was reached to hold relevant negotiations in the near future. Issues of deliveries of liquefied gas, oil and gas chemical products from Turkmenistan to Pakistan were also considered.
Along with this, at the request of the Government of Pakistan, the delegation of our country held meetings with the management of the Frontier Works Organization and the National Logistics Corporation, during which they discussed the possibilities of establishing and expanding cooperation in the areas in which these structures specialize. In particular, National Logistics Corporation expressed its readiness to cooperate with the Turkmen side on road transportation China-Pakistan-Afghanistan-Turkmenistan and further to the countries of Central Asia and the Caspian region. In addition, during the visit, meetings were held with the heads of other government agencies of the friendly country.
In continuation of the report, the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs submitted for approval of the President of Turkmenistan a number of proposals prepared following the negotiations and for the further development of mutually beneficial cooperation, including on strengthening the political and diplomatic dialogue with the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, where an important role is given to visits and negotiations at the highest state and government level, on stimulating inter-parliamentary relations, and continuing the practice of regular contacts between foreign ministries. It was also noted that it would be appropriate to develop and adopt a corresponding medium-term Program for the development of bilateral trade and economic relations, to hold meetings of the joint Intergovernmental Commission at least twice a year, involve business communities, scientific institutions and other interested structures of both countries in them, and create a mechanism for monitoring the implementation of decisions taken.
Along with this, proposals were made to intensify cooperation in the energy sector, in particular, in the gas industry.
With regard to interaction in the social sphere, the importance of studying the possibilities of sending Turkmen diplomats to courses organized by the Diplomatic Academy of Pakistan was noted, as well as the issue of opening a department for the study of the Urdu language at the Turkmen National Institute of World Languages named after Dovletmammet Azadi.
Summarizing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted with satisfaction the growing dynamics of Turkmen-Pakistani relations. Emphasizing that negotiations on the development of bilateral cooperation in the political, economic and cultural-humanitarian spheres will facilitate further strengthening the traditional interstate dialogue, the head of Turkmenistan approved the submitted proposals, addressing the Deputy Prime Minister and the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs with relevant instructions.
Continuing the meeting, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted that one of the closest neighbors and partners of our country is the Islamic Republic of Iran, relations with which are friendly and fraternal. In this regard, the head of state signed an Order on sending the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Chairman of the Turkmen-Iranian Commission on Economic Cooperation of the Turkmen side R. Meredov on a working visit to Tehran to participate in the inauguration ceremony of the newly elected President of the IRI to be held on July 30 of this year.
Director General of the Agency for Transport and Communications under the Cabinet of Ministers M. Chakyev reported on the ongoing work on digitalization in the country, the training of specialized specialists and the creation of import-substituting complexes.
According to the Implementation Plan of the State Program for the Development of the Digital Economy of Turkmenistan for 2021-2025, it is planned to take measures to support small and medium-sized businesses specializing in the creation of national software products and the production of special equipment.
As was reported, in this regard, it was studied the feasibility of establishing the production of various servers and technical means for storing data and protecting against cyber threats by the Tehno Merkez Closed Joint-Stock Company (CJSC). Along with this, in the future, it is planned to provide maintenance and technical support for server devices, as well as the production of equipment necessary for the smart city and smart home systems that meet international standards. Taking such a step will create additional jobs and improve the professional level of employees.
In this regard, a corresponding proposal was submitted to the head of state for consideration.
Summarizing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized that our Homeland pays great attention to the development of the digital economy, and implements program measures to create import-substituting industries. Having approved the proposal to establish the production of server equipment for data storage and protection against cyber threats in the country, the head of state instructed the head of the agency to continue working in this direction.
Concluding the meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers via the digital system, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov wished everyone good health, family well-being and great success in the activities carried out in the name of the prosperity of the sovereign Homeland.
