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The possibility of launching direct flights between Turkmenistan and Georgia was a key agenda item during the fifth meeting of the Intergovernmental Turkmen-Georgian Commission on Economic Cooperation held in Ashgabat. Co-chaired by Turkmenistan's Minister of Trade and Foreign Economic Relations, Nazar Agahanov, and Georgia's Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development, Mariam Kvrivishvili, the talks emphasized that direct aviation links would drastically enhance bilateral trade and tourism. Both parties agreed to evaluate the logistical and commercial feasibility of connecting Ashgabat and Tbilisi by air.
During the session, Minister Kvrivishvili highlighted Georgia’s strategic role as a vital link between Europe and Asia. She underscored that Georgia provides a natural gateway for Turkmenistan to reach Western markets while serving as an essential transit point for the broader Central Asian region. Despite global economic fluctuations, Georgia remains a highly attractive destination for foreign investment, offering a stable environment for potential joint ventures between the two nations.
A significant portion of the discussion was dedicated to state investments in transport and infrastructure, particularly focusing on strengthening the "Middle Corridor" logistics route. The delegations stressed that developing the tourism sector is intrinsically linked to the success of direct air travel. By facilitating easier travel for tourists and business professionals, both countries aim to foster deeper cultural and economic ties, making the most of their unique regional positions.
Furthermore, the meeting covered broader cooperation in the energy sector, aiming to expand existing partnerships. The representatives discussed how energy security and infrastructure projects could be integrated into the wider bilateral framework. The conclusion of the meeting saw a mutual commitment to advancing the technical preparations for direct flights, signaling a new era of connectivity that promises to bring the people and economies of Turkmenistan and Georgia closer together.
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Modern Maternal and Child Healthcare Center Opens Its Doors in Balkanabat
Today in 08:38In celebration of the National Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Industry Workers' Day, a state-of-the-art Maternal and Child Healthcare Center was officially inaugurated in the city of Balkanabat. The landmark event gathered regional and municipal officials, members of the Halk Maslahaty and Parliament, healthcare professionals, and community leaders. The opening ceremony featured festive cultural performances, musical numbers, and traditional Kushtdepdi dances.
The newly constructed medical complex consists of four- and five-story buildings designed to accommodate up to 305 patients. The center houses comprehensive maternity and postnatal wards, a gynecology division, pediatric units, and diagnostic consultation departments. The facility is equipped with advanced medical technology, including MRI, CT scanners, digital mammography, and fluorography units.
Notably, the center features the region's first 10-bed neonatal intensive care unit, fully outfitted with "Medicor" incubators from Hungary and high-precision German monitoring systems. These technologies allow medical staff to continuously monitor vital stats, body temperature, oxygen saturation, and respiratory functions of newborns.
During the ceremony, outstanding builders from the "Shadiyan Gurlushyk" enterprise were honored with gifts on behalf of the President of Turkmenistan, who also donated a new fleet of vehicles to support the medical center's operations.