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Turkmenistan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Rashid Meredov, held talks in Washington with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is also serving as Acting National Security Advisor to the President. The meeting was reported by U.S. State Department Deputy Press Secretary Tommy Pigott.
The discussions focused on strengthening economic and trade relations between the two countries, as well as ensuring security in Central Asia. According to Pigott, Secretary Rubio reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to continued cooperation with Turkmenistan.
Special emphasis was placed on the C5+1 diplomatic platform, aimed at promoting regional integration and enhancing security in Central Asia.
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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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