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Balkan Region Sets Goal to Produce 25 Tons of Silk Cocoons This Season

07 May. 03:01

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Silk producers in the Balkan region of Turkmenistan are aiming to deliver 25 tons of high-quality cocoons to the state this year. This production target is part of a broader national effort to strengthen the raw material base for the country's textile industry. Regional authorities have finalized all necessary arrangements to support local silkworm breeders throughout the current developmental cycle.

To achieve this goal, 685 boxes of silkworm eggs, specifically selected for their compatibility with local environmental conditions, have been distributed to breeders. Experts highlight the successful utilization of silkworm varieties imported from the People's Republic of China. These particular strains are valued for their resilience to diseases and superior productivity, which significantly enhances the overall quality of the silk thread produced.

The Magtymguly district is expected to contribute the largest portion of the harvest, with a target of 18 tons. Additionally, the Gyzylarbat and Bereket districts aim to produce 6 tons and 1 ton, respectively. Contractual agreements with individual breeders ensure that the complex biological process of silkworm rearing is conducted under professional supervision and in accordance with established standards.

Currently, the rearing process is in its active phase, requiring precise temperature control and consistent feeding schedules. The integration of modern sericulture techniques and international best practices in the Balkan region underscores the importance of this traditional sector to the national economy. The final harvest will be processed into high-grade silk textiles for both domestic consumption and international markets.

















Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan and PETRONAS Sign New Memorandum

23 Aug. 14:31

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The Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan and PETRONAS Carigali (Turkmenistan) Sdn. Bhd. signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advance cooperation in education and vocational training. The signing meeting involved Minister of Education J. Gurbangeldiyev, Malaysian Ambassador Mohd Suhaimi bin Ahmad Tajuddin, and PETRONAS Carigali (Turkmenistan) CEO Ismadi bin Ismail.

The agreement coincides with the 30th anniversary of PETRONAS's operations in Turkmenistan's oil and gas sector. Discussions focused on qualifying skilled workforce candidates for the energy industry, extending scholarship opportunities for Turkmen students at Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, and advancing professional development programs.

To date, Turkmenistan and Malaysia have established nearly 20 educational agreements. During the recent visit of the Prime Minister of Malaysia to Turkmenistan, three additional agreements were finalized between local universities and Universiti Tenaga Nasional to support academic mobility and exchange initiatives.