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A conference dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations has begun in Ashgabat. The forum is held at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The participants were congratulated on the opening by the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedow, according to TDH.
The head of state noted that Turkmenistan is actively strengthening its strategic cooperation with the UN, and the recognition of its permanent neutrality by three UN General Assembly resolutions has enhanced Turkmenistan’s international standing. The president emphasized that the neutrality policy fully aligns with national interests and the goals of the UN.
“In this regard, I am confident that, along with important issues of peace, security, and sustainable development, the conference agenda will also include matters related to Turkmenistan’s significant contribution to joint global efforts in implementing international initiatives,” the president said.
In his address, the president highlighted the importance of the UN Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia, opened in Ashgabat, and the establishment of the Strategic Advisory Council “Turkmenistan – UN.” He also noted the outcomes of the third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries held in Avaza, where the “Avaza Programme of Action for 2024–2034” was adopted.
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Modern Maternal and Child Healthcare Center Opens Its Doors in Balkanabat
Today in 08:38In celebration of the National Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Industry Workers' Day, a state-of-the-art Maternal and Child Healthcare Center was officially inaugurated in the city of Balkanabat. The landmark event gathered regional and municipal officials, members of the Halk Maslahaty and Parliament, healthcare professionals, and community leaders. The opening ceremony featured festive cultural performances, musical numbers, and traditional Kushtdepdi dances.
The newly constructed medical complex consists of four- and five-story buildings designed to accommodate up to 305 patients. The center houses comprehensive maternity and postnatal wards, a gynecology division, pediatric units, and diagnostic consultation departments. The facility is equipped with advanced medical technology, including MRI, CT scanners, digital mammography, and fluorography units.
Notably, the center features the region's first 10-bed neonatal intensive care unit, fully outfitted with "Medicor" incubators from Hungary and high-precision German monitoring systems. These technologies allow medical staff to continuously monitor vital stats, body temperature, oxygen saturation, and respiratory functions of newborns.
During the ceremony, outstanding builders from the "Shadiyan Gurlushyk" enterprise were honored with gifts on behalf of the President of Turkmenistan, who also donated a new fleet of vehicles to support the medical center's operations.
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