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Ashgabat Celebrates 35th Anniversary of Independence with Reception, Concert, and Fireworks
28 Sep. 07:27Festive events marking the 35th anniversary of Turkmenistan's sacred Independence illuminated the capital city of Ashgabat, continuing late into the evening. A formal reception hosted at the "Yyldyz" Hotel was attended by the Chairperson of the Mejlis, members of the Government, heads of ministries and state agencies, alongside leaders of foreign diplomatic missions and international organizations accredited in Turkmenistan.
According to the State News Agency of Turkmenistan (TDH), the central celebrations proceeded with a grand festive concert held on the square in front of the "Alem" Cultural and Entertainment Center. Popular musical performers, emerging young artists, and celebrated folklore and dance ensembles presented specialized performances before a large audience of residents and guests of the capital.
The festivities culminated in a colorful fireworks display that illuminated the night sky over Ashgabat. The grand spectacle served as a fitting tribute to the landmark 35th anniversary of Independence, celebrated under the national motto "Independent, Permanently Neutral Turkmenistan — Land of Swift Steeds and Accomplished Dreams."
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The newly reconstructed two-story medical complex is outfitted with state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment rooms, family medicine suites, bacteriological and physiotherapy departments, as well as specialized laboratories. Equipped with advanced European medical technology, the center offers a full suite of services including ultrasound, echocardiography, electrocardiography, and endoscopy.
The renovation project was successfully carried out by the local private construction enterprise "Yhlasa Ynam." During the official ceremony, outstanding construction workers were awarded valuable commemorative gifts presented on behalf of the President of Turkmenistan.
Additionally, to boost mobile diagnostic capabilities in the region, a fully equipped "Mercedes-Benz" mobile medical unit featuring digital X-ray and fluorography technology was officially presented to the health center on behalf of the Head of State.
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