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An informal meeting of heads of state of the Commonwealth of Independent States has officially begun in Saint Petersburg. The gathering is being held in the St. George Hall of the State Hermitage Museum, one of the world’s most prominent cultural institutions. The launch of the meeting was confirmed by official representatives of the host country.
Prior to the talks, Russian President Vladimir Putin, together with CIS leaders, toured the exhibitions of the Hermitage Museum. The visit included Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov, President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, and President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev.
Following the cultural program, the heads of state convened in the St. George Hall to begin informal discussions. Turkmenistan’s participation highlighted the country’s consistent engagement in regional dialogue and cooperation within the CIS framework.
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To mark the National Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Industry Workers' Day, Health Center No. 1 in Mary, located along Oguzkhan Street, was officially reopened following a comprehensive structural renovation. The inauguration ceremony brought together regional administration officials, members of parliament and the Halk Maslahaty, healthcare specialists, community elders, and local students. Festive musical and theatrical performances by cultural groups and young talents added to the celebratory atmosphere.
The newly reconstructed two-story medical complex is outfitted with state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment rooms, family medicine suites, bacteriological and physiotherapy departments, as well as specialized laboratories. Equipped with advanced European medical technology, the center offers a full suite of services including ultrasound, echocardiography, electrocardiography, and endoscopy.
The renovation project was successfully carried out by the local private construction enterprise "Yhlasa Ynam." During the official ceremony, outstanding construction workers were awarded valuable commemorative gifts presented on behalf of the President of Turkmenistan.
Additionally, to boost mobile diagnostic capabilities in the region, a fully equipped "Mercedes-Benz" mobile medical unit featuring digital X-ray and fluorography technology was officially presented to the health center on behalf of the Head of State.
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