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Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Holds Meeting on Preparations for Turkmenistan’s 30th Anniversary of Neutrality
25 Oct. 10:32On October 24, the National Leader of Turkmenistan and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, chaired a working meeting in Ashgabat with the State Organizing Committee. The session focused on organizing events for the 30th anniversary of the country’s permanent neutrality and the International Year of Peace and Trust. Held at the Neutrality Monument with government members present, the meeting coincided with the 80th anniversary of the UN, giving it special symbolic significance.
The discussion centered on a comprehensive plan to develop the capital in line with upcoming international celebrations. Berdimuhamedov reviewed construction and modernization projects, emphasizing the use of innovative technologies and consideration of local natural conditions in city landscaping and tree planting.
Earlier, he issued instructions for the renovation of the Neutrality Monument and its adjacent park, ensuring that designs reflect Turkmenistan’s legally recognized status, confirmed three times by UN resolutions, and incorporate UN flag symbols and colors. Similar requirements were set for the roundabout at the intersection of Bitarap Turkmenistan and Chandybil avenues.
Attention was also given to the Neutrality Museum, where the country’s neutral status and related UN documents should be highlighted.
Berdimuhamedov expressed dissatisfaction with Ashgabat’s mayor, Rahym Gandyrov, citing delays and shortcomings in city improvement efforts. Recommendations were made to accelerate work, maintain cleanliness, and adopt a comprehensive ecological approach for the capital.
Special focus was placed on protocol arrangements for the celebrations, which will include heads of state and government from UN member countries. Berdimuhamedov instructed that the highest level of service be provided and that Turkmen national traditions be observed in welcoming guests.
The meeting concluded with recommendations for organizing international programs and conducting a citywide autumn campaign to plant Turkmen juniper trees, involving Ashgabat residents.
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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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