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This autumn marked an important milestone for Turkmenistan — the launch of the nation’s first locally constructed vessel. The dry cargo ship, named Gadamly, has a carrying capacity of 6,100 tons and is designed for container transportation.
According to the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan, the ceremony held on November 4 brought together students and lecturers of the “Shipbuilding” specialization from the “Water Transport Operations” department at the Turkmen Institute of Engineering and Transport Communications. Notably, graduates of this institute also contributed directly to the construction process.
The vessel was built at the “Balkan” Shipbuilding and Repair Plant in collaboration with the South Korean company Koryo Shipbuilding Industry Technology Co., Ltd. and Turkmen specialists.
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On 15 December 2025, a ceremonial reception marking the National Day of the State of Qatar was held in Ashgabat. The event was hosted by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Qatar to Turkmenistan, Nasser Ahmed Mohammed Al-Taher.
The beyan.tm team was also present at the celebration.
The Guest of Honour from the Government of Turkmenistan was Minister of Trade and Foreign Economic Relations Nazar Agahanov.
In his address, the Ambassador highlighted the historical role of Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani, the founder of modern Qatar, and emphasized Qatar’s active role in international mediation and peacebuilding efforts.
Special attention was given to the rapid development of bilateral relations between Qatar and Turkmenistan in 2025, supported by high-level mutual visits and close ties between the leaders of the two countries.
Guests were introduced to Qatari culture through an exhibition of traditional clothing, books about Qatar, national artifacts, and falcons — a symbol of the country’s heritage. The atmosphere was enriched by traditional music, while a calligrapher artistically wrote guests’ names upon request.
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