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Turkmenistan Customs Officers Enhance Trade Facilitation Skills at Astana Workshop
17 Feb. 09:18Representatives from the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan recently attended the second regional training session on the Time Release Study (TRS) held in Astana. This initiative, supported by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), targeted customs experts from Central Asia and the Caucasus to streamline international trade procedures.
The seminar focused on identifying bottlenecks within customs workflows and sharing global best practices to expedite the movement of goods. Participants engaged in developing actionable proposals to optimize import, export, and transit operations. By mastering the TRS methodology, the Turkmen delegation aims to enhance the country’s logistical efficiency and foster more seamless regional trade integration.
Entrance Examinations for Higher and Secondary Vocational Institutions Completed in Turkmenistan
24 Aug. 18:38Turkmenistan has officially concluded its admission campaign for higher and secondary vocational educational institutions for the 2026–2027 academic year. Held between July 13 and August 24, 2026, the examination process was conducted under state commission oversight and public supervision. Notably, entrance exams at the S.A. Niyazov Turkmen Agricultural University and the International University of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs were administered using a standardized testing format.
Following the examination results, over 18,000 applicants were admitted to higher education institutions. Under the newly implemented "Strategy for the Development of Higher Professional Education in Turkmenistan for 2026–2052," several new academic tracks were established across specialist, bachelor's, and master's degree levels, aligning with the "Atlas of Future Professions." Priority admission status was granted to international competition winners, top athletes, and high school medalists.
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