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Winners of the Student Creative Contest Announced in Turkmenistan

05 May. 05:31

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The final round of the creative competition "Happy Braves of the New Era of the Powerful State" took place at the Magtymguly National Music and Drama Theater on May 4. Held in honor of the Victory Day anniversary, the contest brought together talented male students from higher education institutions across the country. The event was jointly organized by the Ministry of Education and the Central Council of the Magtymguly Youth Organization of Turkmenistan to promote cultural values and professional pride among the younger generation.

The competition consisted of three distinct segments designed to test the participants' artistic and intellectual range. In the first round, students showcased their chosen professions through musical performances and video presentations. The second stage focused on reciting poetry and performing monologues that highlighted the traditional virtues of Turkmen youth, such as bravery, integrity, and honor. The final part allowed contestants to demonstrate their wit and stage presence through traditional humorous sketches and folk storytelling.

Following a rigorous evaluation by the panel of judges, the Grand Prix was awarded to Muhammetmyrat Atamyradow, a second-year student from the Magtymguly Turkmen State University. First place was secured by Akmuhammet Achylow from the Turkmen Agricultural University. Other top honors were distributed among students from the State Energy Institute, the International University of Oil and Gas, and several other leading academic institutions, reflecting a broad participation across various fields of study.

The winners were presented with valuable prizes and certificates during the award ceremony. In addition to the main rankings, several participants were recognized with honorary titles such as "Valiant Youth," "Inspired Youth," and "Master Instrumentalist" for their outstanding individual performances. The event successfully highlighted the creative potential and civic spirit of Turkmenistan’s students, celebrating their role in the nation’s ongoing social and cultural development.

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New Digital Boundaries: Turkey Implements Strict Social Media Regulations for Minors

10 Oct. 10:05

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Starting November 1, 2026, Turkey will restrict access to social media platforms for children under the age of 15 following a new regulatory decree issued by the Presidential Cyber Security Directorate and published in the Resmi Gazete. Under the new framework, users aged 15 to 18 will undergo mandatory age verification through the "e-Devlet" portal. Accounts for this age group will feature default private settings, with explicit bans on live streaming, targeted behavioral ads, and profile recommendation algorithms.

Social media networks are also required to provide parents and legal guardians with control tools to monitor usage time, location tracking, and financial transactions. Existing active accounts must complete the age verification process by March 31, 2027.

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