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Cultural Event in Ashgabat Celebrates Persian Poet Hafez of Shiraz
A literary event honoring the legacy of the renowned Persian poet Hafez was recently held at the Cultural Center of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Ashgabat.
The gathering featured speeches from Abdolreza Abbasi, Cultural Advisor at the Embassy; Ali Mojtaba Rouzbehani, Ambassador of Iran to Turkmenistan; and Persian language instructor Mr. Mohammedi, who teaches at the embassy’s affiliated school.
In his address, Ambassador Rouzbehani highlighted the strong cultural ties between Iran and Turkmenistan, noting that such events are made possible thanks to the dedication of both countries’ leaders to promoting cultural and humanitarian exchange. He expressed gratitude to Iranian President Dr. Pezeshkian, Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, and National Leader Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov for their continued support.
As part of the program, students studying Persian performed selected verses by Hafez in both Persian and Turkmen. Engaging competitions were held, testing students’ memorization of ghazals, understanding of vocabulary, and ability to recite classic Persian poetry.
At the end of the event, winners of the contests received awards and gifts in recognition of their efforts.
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Turkmen–Chinese Business Forum 2026: Talwas Yoly and Oguz Forum & Expo Sign Cooperation Agreement with the Turkmen Logistics Association
Talwas Yoly Closed Joint-Stock Company and the Oguz Forum & Expo division have officially signed a cooperation agreement with the Turkmen Logistics Association as part of the preparations for the Turkmen–Chinese Business Forum and Exhibition, scheduled for April 28–30, 2026.
The signed agreement aims to strengthen cooperation in logistics, transport, export and import sectors, while also ensuring the effective organization of the upcoming international event. Talwas Yoly and Oguz Forum & Expo act as the official organizers of the forum and exhibition, overseeing the full implementation of the project, including the development of the business agenda, organization of the exhibition area, facilitation of B2B and B2G meetings, and coordination of business participation from Turkmenistan and the People’s Republic of China.
The forum is expected to become a major international platform for expanding trade and economic cooperation between Turkmenistan and China, establishing direct business contacts between specialized companies, and presenting Turkmenistan’s export and investment potential.
As part of the partnership with the Turkmen Logistics Association, special participation conditions have been introduced for its members. Association members will receive a 10% discount on participation in the Turkmen–Chinese Business Forum and Exhibition 2026. This initiative is designed to support national logistics companies, enhance their international visibility, and strengthen Turkmenistan’s role as a key regional transport and logistics hub.
The signed cooperation agreement highlights the strategic importance of the forum and reinforces its position as a catalyst for international business collaboration.
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