During a meeting led by Mongolia's Deputy Prime Minister Gankhuyag Khassuuran, the official logo for the international event "World Horse Day – 2026" was formally approved. According to reports from MiddleAsianNews, the selection followed a competitive process featuring 63 entries from 30 different artists. The working group ultimately selected the "Sky Horse" project, created by the renowned sculptor Ochirbold Ayuurzana, as the representative symbol of the festival.

The meeting primarily focused on the event’s comprehensive agenda, its official motto, and the logistics of the international horseback parade, including its route and financing. Invitations have been dispatched to 15 countries and various public organizations, welcoming international participation. Notable invitees include the Ministers of Culture from Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, highlighting the regional cooperation surrounding equine heritage.

Mongolia's role as the host and the thematic choice of the logo are deeply rooted in cultural history. Similar to the people of Turkmenistan, Mongolians view the horse not merely as an animal, but as a loyal companion and a cornerstone of their lifestyle and identity. Authorities have also issued directives to finalize the regulations for international horse races and to begin the registration process for participants, aiming for a world-class sporting experience.

The approval of this international symbol coincides perfectly with Turkmenistan's national theme for 2026: "Independent, Permanently Neutral Turkmenistan — Home of Prosperity as Swift as a Stallion." In Turkmenistan, where the National Day of the Turkmen Horse is celebrated every April, the horse is a sacred symbol of progress and heritage. The synergy between these events highlights a global recognition of the horse’s historical and cultural significance as we approach the festivities of 2026.