On December 6, a ceremony was held at the “Oguz Khan” palace complex to present Turkmenistan’s jubilee medals to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, members of the Government, heads of military and law-enforcement bodies, and governors of the provinces.
In honor of the 30th anniversary of the country’s Permanent Neutrality, the President received the jubilee medal “30 Years of Turkmenistan’s Neutrality” along with a set of commemorative insignia.

The relevant parliamentary decision was read by the Chairwoman of the Mejlis, Dunyagozel Gulmanova. The resolution highlights the President’s personal contribution to strengthening Turkmenistan’s independence and sovereignty, as well as advancing the nation’s foreign policy based on the principle “Dialogue is the guarantee of peace.”

Addressing the audience, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov expressed gratitude for the congratulations, stating: “I accept the jubilee medal ‘30 Years of Turkmenistan’s Neutrality,’ awarded in the International Year of Peace and Trust, as an honor bestowed upon our entire nation.”

After the President, state awards were presented to the Speaker of Parliament, Deputy Chairmen of the Cabinet of Ministers, heads of military and law-enforcement agencies, and regional governors.

At the conclusion of the ceremony, Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov, representing the diplomatic corps, and Defense Minister Begench Gundogdyev, speaking on behalf of the security forces, congratulated the President on receiving the high state award and on the publication of his new book titled “Neutral Turkmenistan — A Bright Path of Peace and Trust.”