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The role of youth in the development of landlocked countries was discussed in Avaza
07 Aug. 05:40On August 6, as part of the LLDC3 Youth Forum in Avaza, a side event titled "Youth Policy in Action" was held, focusing on strengthening regional leadership and strategic investments for landlocked countries.
The meeting brought together representatives of government bodies, the UN system, youth organizations, and civil society. The event continued the Central Asian Youth Dialogue, which began in Arkadag and was further developed at the UN Headquarters in New York in April 2025.
Azat Ataev, Deputy Minister of Education of Turkmenistan, emphasized the need to direct youth potential toward creative industries with high added value. Kaha Imnadze, the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative for Central Asia, proposed establishing an Academy of Preventive Diplomacy to foster mutual understanding among young people.
Participants called on LLDC countries to empower youth as strategic partners in national development, align education with labor market needs, and integrate the younger generation into innovation and entrepreneurship.
At the conclusion of the meeting, participants expressed their readiness to continue the dialogue on future international platforms, so that youth from LLDCs play a key role in shaping decisions that determine their future.
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To mark the National Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Industry Workers' Day, Health Center No. 1 in Mary, located along Oguzkhan Street, was officially reopened following a comprehensive structural renovation. The inauguration ceremony brought together regional administration officials, members of parliament and the Halk Maslahaty, healthcare specialists, community elders, and local students. Festive musical and theatrical performances by cultural groups and young talents added to the celebratory atmosphere.
The newly reconstructed two-story medical complex is outfitted with state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment rooms, family medicine suites, bacteriological and physiotherapy departments, as well as specialized laboratories. Equipped with advanced European medical technology, the center offers a full suite of services including ultrasound, echocardiography, electrocardiography, and endoscopy.
The renovation project was successfully carried out by the local private construction enterprise "Yhlasa Ynam." During the official ceremony, outstanding construction workers were awarded valuable commemorative gifts presented on behalf of the President of Turkmenistan.
Additionally, to boost mobile diagnostic capabilities in the region, a fully equipped "Mercedes-Benz" mobile medical unit featuring digital X-ray and fluorography technology was officially presented to the health center on behalf of the Head of State.