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The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $75 million loan to support the construction of a new nursing and midwifery training center in Ashgabat. In addition, a $2 million grant will be provided from the Japan Fund for Prosperous and Resilient Asia and the Pacific (JFPR).
This marks ADB’s first healthcare sector project in Turkmenistan and aims to enhance the quality and availability of mid-level medical education, particularly for nurses and midwives.
According to Arthur Andrysiak, ADB Country Director in Turkmenistan, the project is designed to address national healthcare demands and bring education programs in line with international standards. He added that this initiative reflects the strengthening of ADB–Turkmenistan cooperation during the 25th anniversary of their partnership.
The new facility in Ashgabat will feature interactive classrooms, clinical simulation labs, a safe maternity training ward, a dormitory for students, and even a fruit garden promoting healthy eating habits. Modern teaching and medical equipment will also be procured.
Additionally, specialized training sessions will be organized for faculty members and senior nurses. Updated curricula will improve both healthcare workforce development and patient care.
The total cost of the project is $98 million, with $23 million co-financed by the Government of Turkmenistan.
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Switzerland Opens Applications for Government Excellence Scholarships for Young Turkmen Researchers
24 Aug. 14:45The Swiss Government has officially opened the application cycle for its Excellence Scholarships for the 2027–2028 academic year. The program target young specialists and researchers from Turkmenistan seeking to conduct post-graduate research or pursue doctoral studies at top Swiss universities and research institutes.
Key applicant requirements:
A Master’s degree or equivalent academic/professional credential;
Age limit: born after December 31, 1991;
A detailed research proposal including a timeline, core methodology, and planned objectives;
An official letter of academic sponsorship from a host professor in Switzerland;
For applicants currently residing in Switzerland, the entry date must not precede August 1, 2026.
The grant includes a monthly allowance, health insurance coverage, partial housing subsidies, and travel expenses. Research fellowships range from 6 to 12 months in duration. Electronic application submissions will remain open through November 27, 2026. Application procedures for Turkmen citizens are overseen by the Embassy of Switzerland in Baku.
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