The President of Turkmenistan discussed cooperation with the head of the International Exhibitions Bureau, the National Leader of the Turkmen people held a telephone conversation with Valentina Matviyenko, Turkmenistan plans to attract 11,5 billion USD in investments in 2025 and other news
Turkmenistan
1. President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Secretary General of the International Exhibitions Bureau Dimitri Kerkentzes. During the meeting, it was noted that the development of cooperation with authoritative international organizations is one of the main directions of Turkmenistan's foreign policy.At the same time, the productive nature of the established cooperation between Turkmenistan and the International Exhibitions Bureau was emphasized. The interlocutors noted the importance of international exhibitions in the development of trade and economic relations, global economic activity and mutually beneficial cooperation.
2. National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov held a telephone conversation with Chairperson of the Federation Council of the Russian Federation Valentina Matviyenko. The parties discussed the current state and prospects of Turkmen-Russian cooperation, noting the key role of parliamentarians in the development of interstate dialogue.Particular attention was paid to strengthening cultural and humanitarian ties in the fields of education, science, health care and culture.
3. The National Leader of the Turkmen people invited the Russian delegation to take part in the conference “Year of Peace and Trust: Development of International Activities for the Sake of Children”, which will be held on March 29 and will be organized by the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Care.
4. President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov warmly congratulated the participants of the International Conference “International Year of Peace and Trust: The Role of Interregional Economic Cooperation in Ensuring Sustainable Development”, which began its work in Ashgabat.The forum is timed to coincide with the celebration of the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality. "This forum plays a great role in ensuring economic stability in the Central and South Asian region, the effective implementation of energy, transport and infrastructure projects, as well as in increasing the investment potential in the relevant areas," the welcoming address says.
5. Turkmenistan has successfully fulfilled the plan to attract foreign investment by 110% in 2024, having mastered 11 billion dollars. This was stated by Deputy Minister of Finance and Economy of Turkmenistan P. Yagshiyev during his speech at the international forum on attracting investment in the private sector "Investments in the Future of Turkmenistan".According to him, the government of Turkmenistan plans to increase the volume of attracted investments to 11,5 billion dollars by 2025. According to the data presented, 65,6% of the planned investments will be directed to production projects. At the same time, 32,9% of all investments are planned to be developed through the private sector, and 9,7% - through foreign investors.
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6. These days, Ashgabat is hosting international fashion shows dedicated to the 17th anniversary of the Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs of Turkmenistan. Foreign designers and local fashion houses are presenting their best collections.Claude Patrick, the founder and couturier of the famous French fashion house Claude Patrick, presented his prêt-à-porter women's clothing collection. The collection includes sophisticated business suits and evening dresses.
World
1. Students from families with annual incomes below 200 thousand USD will receive a full waiver of their tuition at Harvard. The aid program provides different levels of assistance depending on the financial situation of the student's family.For students whose families earn less than 100 thousand USD a year, the university will not only provide free tuition, but also cover living expenses, health insurance, and transportation costs between home and campus.The new initiative will come into effect in the summer of 2025 and will apply to applicants to undergraduate programs. Today, the cost of tuition at Harvard College exceeds 56 thousand USD per academic year. At the same time, the full cost, including accommodation, food and other related expenses, reaches almost 83 thousand USD.
2. More than a hundred surfers have been injured on the coast of South Australia after coming into contact with mysterious foam that has appeared on local beaches. The phenomenon has also killed many marine creatures, including fish and octopuses. Local authorities have been forced to close Waitping and Parsons beaches. According to preliminary information, the unusual foam could have formed as a result of microalgae blooms, which were facilitated by abnormally high temperatures, stagnant water conditions and prolonged hot weather in the region.Surfers who have come into contact with contaminated water have reported serious health problems. Symptoms include blurred vision, eye irritation, coughing fits and difficulty breathing.
https://turkmenportal.com/blog/89048/v-avstralii-bolee-100-serferov-zaboleli-izza-strannoi-peny
Sport
1. The Chess Federation of Turkmenistan has established a new series of Grand Prix tournaments with an innovation – broadcasting games in real time. The series consists of six tournaments in the classical format, which will be held in all five velayats of Turkmenistan and the capital. Based on the results of the entire series, 16 best players will be determined in each category, who will take part in the final stage of the playoffs in the capital.Based on the results of the entire series, 16 best players will be determined in each category, who will take part in the final stage of the playoffs in the capital. The winners will receive direct tickets to the 2026 Turkmenistan Premier League, where the national team will be formed for international competitions.The main feature of the tournament was the first online broadcast in the history of Turkmen chess. Thanks to special sensors in the chess pieces and boards, each move is instantly converted into digital format and transmitted to online platforms via the DGT LiveChess application.
