Meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan: Key Priorities of State Development and New Initiatives

A regular meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers was held via a digital system under the chairmanship of Honorable President Serdar Berdimuhamedov. During the meeting, several important issues related to the political, economic, and cultural life of the country were discussed, and specific decisions were made. Legislative Framework and International Cooperation Special attention was paid to improving the country's legal system. In particular: - New State Award: The creation of a new jubilee medal for the 35th anniversary of Turkmenistan's Independence was discussed. - Legal Improvements: Draft laws on real estate registration and amendments to the Customs Code were prepared. - Parliamentary Diplomacy: The participation of Turkmen representatives in the Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly in Istanbul and the Central Asian Women Leaders' Dialogue is evidence of the country's growing international prestige. Economy and Production: New Projects It was noted that modernization works continue in various sectors of the economy: - Agriculture: New financing proposals to support agricultural producers, especially entrepreneurs in livestock and poultry farming, were approved. - Oil and Gas Industry: Tasks were set to increase the capacity of the Seydi Oil Refinery and provide production facilities with modern equipment. - Textile Industry: The launch of a new wool yarn production unit at the Bayramaly textile complex will boost export opportunities. Agriculture and Festive Celebrations Cotton sowing and wheat field care continue in the provinces. Concurrently, major preparations are underway for the National Day of the Turkmen Horse. Horse racing events and festive concerts are planned in the capital and regions. Foreign Policy and Digitalization It was emphasized that Turkmenistan's cooperation with the Asia-Pacific region is reaching a new level. To expand diplomatic ties, it was proposed to appoint Turkmenistan's ambassadors to India and Malaysia as concurrent ambassadors to the Maldives and Brunei. In the communications sector, plans were made to train specialists in artificial intelligence and new technologies in cooperation with the International Telecommunication Union. Upcoming Holidays In May, several significant dates will be celebrated: Victory Day (81st anniversary), the Day of the Constitution and the State Flag, Ashgabat City Day, and the Turkmen Carpet Festival.