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The Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan to FAO, Ambassador T. Komekov, met with the organization's Director-General, Qu Dongyu, at the FAO headquarters in Rome. The discussion focused on expanding cooperation to modernize the agricultural sector and strengthen food security through the integration of leading international expertise.
Director-General Qu Dongyu recalled his productive visit to Ashgabat in January 2026, highly praising his meeting with President Serdar Berdimuhamedov. He noted that Turkmenistan, under its current leadership, has established a solid foundation for continuous growth and is making significant strides in its sustainable development goals. The Director-General emphasized the country's active role in global efforts regarding environmental protection and the efficient use of natural resources.
The dialogue also addressed the practical steps of the Country Programming Framework for 2026–2030. Key areas of focus included climate change adaptation strategies, sustainable water resource management, and the implementation of agricultural innovations. FAO reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Turkmenistan's international initiatives and enhancing the strategic partnership between the two entities.
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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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