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U.S. Delegation Pays Official Visit to Turkmenistan

24 Jan. 08:59

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A United States delegation paid an official visit to Turkmenistan, during which a series of high-level meetings were held. The delegation included U.S. Secretary of the Army Daniel Driscoll and the U.S. President’s Special Envoy for South and Central Asia, Sergio Gor.

During the visit, the delegation was received by the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov. Separate talks were also held with the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty and National Leader of the Turkmen people, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. The discussions focused on strengthening political dialogue, as well as expanding economic and humanitarian cooperation between Turkmenistan and the United States.

As part of the visit to Turkmenistan, the American representatives were introduced to the country’s cultural heritage. They visited the Turkmen State Circus, became acquainted with the famous Turkmen alabay dogs, and toured Ancient Nisa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Turkmenistan.

Concluding the visit, the U.S. delegation expressed sincere gratitude for the warm hospitality and praised the excellent organization of their stay in Turkmenistan.

















Entrance Examinations for Higher and Secondary Vocational Institutions Completed in Turkmenistan

24 Aug. 18:38

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Turkmenistan 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.