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Students from Turkmenistan Win 62 Medals at International Competitions in January

07 Feb. 10:52

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In January, students from schools and universities of Turkmenistan achieved notable success in international academic competitions. A total of 62 medals were earned by Turkmenistan’s representatives at subject Olympiads held both in-person and online.

The results were announced by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers B. Orazdurdyyeva during a Government meeting reviewing the country’s social and humanitarian performance for January.

The report emphasized that Turkmenistan continues to implement wide-ranging educational reforms focused on introducing advanced teaching methods, nurturing a well-educated younger generation, and enhancing the professional qualifications of teachers.

Alongside education, Turkmenistan carried on activities under the national “Saglyk” (“Health”) program. Medical and preventive institutions operated according to schedule, while children requiring specialized treatment received surgeries and medical care funded by the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation.

Measures were also taken to promote physical education, sports, and the Olympic movement in Turkmenistan, including systematic training of athletes for the Olympic Games and major international sporting events.

Summarizing the report, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov instructed to further align education with modern global standards, expand healthcare development based on international best practices, and strengthen the preparation of professional athletes.

















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.