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National Leader of Turkmen Folk Hosts Commemorative Charity Event at Seyit Jemaleddin Mosque

20 Jun. 03:00

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The Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, visited the historical Seyit Jemaleddin Mosque to host a traditional charitable repository (sadaka) in memory of ancestral generations. According to reports by the "Watan" news program, the event demonstrated the continuity of national identity and the preservation of long-standing spiritual principles within contemporary society.

Addressing the gathering of community elders and religious figures, the National Leader emphasized that historical Turkmen traditions share a functional synergy with Islamic ethics. He noted that paying tribute to deceased ancestors is an irreplaceable moral duty that strengthens solidarity across the nation. Adhering to the spiritual protocols, the Mufti of Turkmenistan delivered formal Quranic recitations during the session.

Following the serving of the traditional meal and the collective offering of blessings for state welfare, Haji Arkadag extended his appreciation to all attendees for participating in the communal event. He expressed his sincere wishes that the prayers, philosophical reflections, and continuous spiritual commitments would be accepted by the Almighty to preserve domestic stability.

To conclude his itinerary, the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty joined the local congregation to perform the collective evening prayer (maghrib) at the Seyit Jemaleddin Mosque. The structural event serves to highlight the state's active engagement with historical preservation and the reinforcement of cultural memory across generations.

















Switzerland Opens Applications for Government Excellence Scholarships for Young Turkmen Researchers

24 Aug. 14:45

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The Swiss Government has officially opened the application cycle for its Excellence Scholarships for the 2027–2028 academic year. The program target young specialists and researchers from Turkmenistan seeking to conduct post-graduate research or pursue doctoral studies at top Swiss universities and research institutes.

Key applicant requirements:

A Master’s degree or equivalent academic/professional credential;

Age limit: born after December 31, 1991;

A detailed research proposal including a timeline, core methodology, and planned objectives;

An official letter of academic sponsorship from a host professor in Switzerland;

For applicants currently residing in Switzerland, the entry date must not precede August 1, 2026.

The grant includes a monthly allowance, health insurance coverage, partial housing subsidies, and travel expenses. Research fellowships range from 6 to 12 months in duration. Electronic application submissions will remain open through November 27, 2026. Application procedures for Turkmen citizens are overseen by the Embassy of Switzerland in Baku.