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On September 22, 2025, Deputy Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan, Ahmet Gurbanov, met with Xu Qingshan, Deputy Secretary-General of the People’s Government of Hangzhou, as part of ongoing bilateral cooperation.
The two officials explored new ways to expand the strategic partnership between Turkmenistan and China, noting that consistent dialogue at high levels lays a strong foundation for long-term collaboration.
Talks focused on regional and cultural cooperation, as well as cutting-edge projects in artificial intelligence, smart infrastructure, and green technologies. Key topics included the development of smart cities and modernization of urban systems.
The Turkmen side proposed intensifying academic cooperation by establishing ties between Hangzhou Dianzi University and top Turkmen universities.
Special mention was made of the city of Arkadag, which was recognized in March 2025 with a Certificate of Excellence by Hangzhou Dianzi University for its achievements in sustainable urban planning and ecological innovation.
The meeting also included discussions on sports exchanges as a means of fostering people-to-people connections and strengthening mutual understanding.
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Switzerland Opens Applications for Government Excellence Scholarships for Young Turkmen Researchers
24 Aug. 14:45The 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.
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