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25 Oct. 07:38

In Ashgabat, a Concert Will Mark the 185th Anniversary of Pyotr Tchaikovsky

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On October 27, Ashgabat will host a concert by the State Symphonic Orchestra of Turkmenistan, conducted by R. Klychev, dedicated to the 185th anniversary of the world-renowned composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. The concert, titled "Tchaikovsky – The Voice of the Russian Soul," will take place at the National Music and Drama Theatre named after Makhtumkuli.

The concert will begin at 7:00 PM. Admission is by invitation only.

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893) was a great Russian composer whose music is known worldwide. His works, including operas, romances, and choral compositions, represent an immensely valuable contribution to global musical culture and mark a new stage in the development of Russian music.

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24 Dec. 08:00

Official Days Off in Turkmenistan in 2026

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The Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of Turkmenistan has officially approved the work and rest schedule for 2026. In Turkmenistan, there will be a total of 12 official public holidays across all regions.

Workweek formats are as follows:

  • Five-day workweek — 40 hours

  • Six-day workweek (7 hours/day) — 40 hours

  • Six-day workweek (6 hours/day) — 36 hours

The public holidays in Turkmenistan in 2026 are:

  • January 1 — New Year

  • March 8 — International Women’s Day

  • March 20 — Oraza Bayram

  • March 21–22 — National Spring Holiday

  • May 18 — Constitution and State Flag Day of Turkmenistan

  • May 27–29 — Gurban Bayram

  • September 27 — Independence Day

  • October 6 — Day of Remembrance

  • December 12 — International Neutrality Day

On the workday preceding a public holiday, working hours are reduced by one hour. The same applies to night shifts, and in continuous production, the schedule is equivalent to a normal day. The average monthly working time is 166.9 hours for a 40-hour workweek and 150.5 hours for a 36-hour workweek. This ensures a balanced labor schedule throughout Turkmenistan in 2026.