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Turkmenistan Showcases Advanced Ecological City Concepts at the World Urban Forum in Baku

19 May. 09:52

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The 13th session of the World Urban Forum, co-organized by UN-Habitat and the host government, officially commenced its high-level panels in the capital of Azerbaijan. The multilateral event serves as an integrated platform for coordinating comprehensive urban design, gathering global policymakers and technical experts. A senior administrative delegation from Turkmenistan, representing state construction committees, actively participated in the multilateral configurations.

During the structural address, the head of the national delegation presented the country’s extensive expertise in modern civil engineering and infrastructure layout, focusing on the smart city model of Arkadag. The presentation highlighted that the foundational blueprints of the newly established city rely on thorough environmental risk assessments, introducing carbon-neutral transit systems, smart municipal networks, and a highly specialized medical production cluster.

Prior to the official assembly sessions, the head of the Turkmen delegation was received by the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan for bilateral consultations. The high-level meeting emphasized the deep-rooted diplomatic solidarity and close bilateral alignment between the two nations. In addition to reviewing the strategic items on the forum agenda, the leaders thoroughly discussed the ongoing construction progress of a major spiritual and cultural complex being constructed by Turkmen builders in the city of Fuzuli.

















Switzerland Opens Applications for Government Excellence Scholarships for Young Turkmen Researchers

24 Aug. 14:45

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The 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.