The Avaza State Power Station, located in the Avaza National Tourist Zone in the city of Turkmenbashi, Balkan Province, has been providing uninterrupted electricity to not only the Balkan Province, but also other regions of the country, for several years now. This was reported in the Turkmenistan newspaper .

Last August, Turkey exported goods and services worth $21.729 billion, while imports amounted to $25.940 billion, the AzerTaj portal reported, citing the country's Ministry of Trade and the Institute of Statistics . Turkey's leading trading partner is Germany. In January-August, Turkish exports to the German market amounted to 14 billion 651 million dollars. The top five also included Great Britain, the United States, Italy and Iraq. These countries accounted for 29.6 percent of all Turkish exports. China topped the list of Turkey's largest importers, with goods worth 32 billion 49 million dollars imported. This was followed by Russia (over 28.5 billion dollars), Germany, the United States and Italy. These countries accounted for 43.2 percent of Turkish imports.

The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the People's Council of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow, paid a working visit to the city of Arkadag yesterday.

From September 13 to 20, students majoring in Agricultural Mechanization from the Turkmen Agricultural Institute and the Turkmen Agricultural University, along with their teachers, completed industrial training in Germany and the Netherlands.

The celebrations that began in Ashgabat yesterday to mark the 34th anniversary of Turkmenistan's Independence Day continued throughout the country, filling the hearts of citizens with festive joy and feelings of pride. As reported by TDH , the celebrations marking the 34th anniversary of the country's independence continued in the evening with a concert held in the square in front of the "Alem" cultural and recreational center. Famous and young artists and folklore dance groups demonstrated their skills in front of the large audience gathered here. The festive fireworks display turned into a unique culmination of celebrations dedicated to Independence Day, illuminating the night sky of Ashgabat with a beautiful festive glow.

On September 25, a musical and cultural event dedicated to the 34th anniversary of Turkmenistan's independence was held at the Caspian Institute of Sea and River Transport named after General-Admiral F.M.Apraksin. This was reported on the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The event was attended by the Consul of Turkmenistan in the Russian Federation (Astrakhan city), representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Astrakhan region and the Representative Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation in the Astrakhan region, as well as professors, teachers and students of the institute. Students of the Magtymguly Pyragy secondary school located in the village of Funtovo also participated in the event. In his speech, Consul Gilamanov told the participants about the importance of Turkmenistan's permanent Neutrality, the great achievements and successes of independent Turkmenistan over the past 34 years, and the significance of the recent session of the People's Council of Turkmenistan. He also reviewed Turkmen-Russian relations in the fields of science, education, culture and humanity. The event then continued with artistic recitation of poems, Turkmen folk songs, and the performance of music on the national musical instrument dutar. The event concluded with the Turkmen national dance kushtdepdi. As part of the cultural event, the Consul of Turkmenistan and Director of the Khazar Institute, O. Kartashova, held an educational meeting with students from Turkmenistan studying at this higher education institution.

Within the framework of the joint project between the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Ministry of Communications of Turkmenistan titled “Assistance in the implementation of a pilot electronic data interchange system in Turkmenistan”, a study visit for the Turkmenistan delegation to the Republic of Estonia was organized from 15 to 20 September 2025. The delegation from the Ministry of Communications of Turkmenistan and other key ministries explored Estonia’s globally acknowledged digital transformation model, with a focus on the X-Road platform—a trusted, interoperable backbone for e-governance. The Estonian experience provided the Turkmen delegation with key insights into digital identity, X-Road architecture, cybersecurity, data governance, and the role of public-private partnerships. The visit also covered topics such as AI in public services, cross-border solutions like e-Residency and eID and showcased sustainable infrastructure at the Green Data Center. Participants also received intensive training from Estonian experts with practical exposure to integrated e-services and case studies. Following the successful implementation of the Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) system across ten ministries in Turkmenistan and the integration of 12 information systems into the EDI framework with UNDPs’ support, the visit aimed to build national capacities to scale, optimize, and sustain digital service delivery. It is expected that the knowledge and experience gained during the visit significantly contributed to advancing the EDI system and improving digital public service delivery in Turkmenistan.  As part of UNDP’s collaboration with Turkmenistan, this initiative supports the country’s Concept for the Development of the Digital Economy (2019–2025) and the State Programme on the Development of the Digital Economy (2021–2025), helping to accelerate digital transformation by enhancing ICT infrastructure, improving public services, strengthening cybersecurity, and fostering innovation.

President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov addressed the 80th session of the UN General Assembly with a comprehensive package of international initiatives. The address took place on September 23, 2025, in New York City during the anniversary session:

National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov visited the Ashgabat Equestrian Center, where he inspected the preparations for the celebration of the 34th anniversary of the country's independence and the modernization process of the facility, the State News Agency of Turkmenistan reports. During his visit, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov emphasized the special significance of Ahal-Teke horses in the lives of the Turkmen people. He stated that, thanks to the country's ongoing policies, the development of domestic equestrian sports and increasing the number of thoroughbreds are a constant focus of the state's attention. As a result of the modernization, the equestrian complex acquired a unique appearance and fully complies with international standards. The entire facility's infrastructure has been upgraded to meet modern requirements and high environmental standards. The Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty emphasized the need to create all the necessary conditions for both the horses and riders, as well as the numerous guests who will participate in the festive events. He emphasized the importance of ensuring a high level of organization for the equestrian competitions. During his visit, the National Leader of the Turkmen people personally saddled a horse named Khanbeg and circled a special area, inspecting the condition of the racing tracks and their sand surface. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov also visited the Ahal-Teke Equestrian Complex of the President of Turkmenistan, located in the foothills of the Kopetdag Mountains, where modernization work is currently underway. He provided recommendations on creating modern conditions for effective horse training and breeding. Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, noted that Ahal-Teke horses are a national treasure and the main attraction of holidays and celebrations in the country.

Turkmenistan has proposed declaring 2028 the Year of International Law. This was announced by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, speaking at the UN General Assembly. "Turkmenistan will continue to consistently advocate for strengthening the UN's central role in international affairs. We believe strengthening the rule of international law is a key factor in this," the Turkmen leader said. According to Serdar Berdimuhamedov, declaring 2028 the Year of International Law will be an important step in strengthening the international legal foundations for peace and cooperation.

Turkmenistan has proposed holding the Caspian Environmental Forum in 2026. This was announced by Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, speaking at the UN General Assembly. The head of state noted that the country will promote the Caspian Environmental Initiative, which aims to become an international platform for preserving the Caspian Sea ecosystem.

On the occasion of the 34th anniversary of Turkmenistan's Independence and the International Day of Student Sports, the Turkmen State Institute of Physical Culture and Sports, a member of the International Association of Physical Culture and Sports Universities, is holding mass sports competitions entitled "Sports and Youth - the Foundation of a Healthy Society" from September 15 to 25. This was reported on the official website of the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. As the report notes, the competitions are a stage of preparation for international games for athletes. The competitions are held in volleyball, basketball and futsal. During the sports competitions, a national forum entitled "Sport is a guarantee of peace and trust" was held on the occasion of the International Day of Student Sports, with the participation of a representative of the UNESCO Intergovernmental Committee for Physical Culture and Sport (CIGEPS) via a digital system.

Turkmenistan increased its imports from Uzbekistan in January-August 2025 by $17.9 million compared to the same period last year, according to the National Statistics Committee of Uzbekistan . During the reporting period, Turkmen-Uzbek trade turnover amounted to 677.8 million US dollars. At the same time, Turkmenistan's exports to Uzbekistan in the first 8 months of this year amounted to 581.6 million US dollars. The total value of goods and services imported from Uzbekistan to the Turkmen market during the corresponding period reached 96.2 million US dollars. For comparison, this figure was 78.3 million US dollars in the same period last year. It is worth noting that in the first 8 months of this year, Uzbekistan's foreign trade turnover amounted to 51.4 billion US dollars. Of this, 28 billion 453 million were imports, and 22 billion 981 million were exports.

Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov celebrates his 44th birthday on September 22. The head of state is spending his birthday on a working trip to New York, where he arrived the day before to attend the 80th session of the UN General Assembly. This morning, world leaders congratulated Serdar Berdimuhamedov on his birthday: telegrams were sent by Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chinese President Xi Jinping, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the heads of Azerbaijan, Armenia, Belarus, and many others. Congratulations to the head of state were also extended by the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty (People's Council), Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, members of the government, the Speaker of the Mejlis, deputy chairmen of the Cabinet of Ministers, vice presidents of the Charitable Foundation, heads of law enforcement agencies, hakims of the velayats, the cities of Ashgabat and Arkadag, and representatives of public organizations and political parties.

On September 18, the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan held an official meeting with a delegation from the British organization AQA Global Assessment Services. The delegation included Sean Crowley, Director of International Business Development; Anna Green, Director of Assessment Systems; and Vali Huseyn, Regional Advisor. This was reported on the ministry's website. During the meeting, Deputy Minister of Education Azat Atayev noted his strong interest in developing cooperation with AQA and the importance of implementing advanced learning assessment methods to improve the quality of education. One of the priority areas of cooperation is improving the system of final student assessment and bringing educational results into line with labor market requirements. AQA Global has successfully implemented dozens of projects in various countries around the world, including in Central Asian states. The organization's support includes the following areas:

Construction of an 8 thousand ton oil tanker, which will be donated to Turkmenistan, has begun at the Baku Shipyard. This was announced by Azerbaijan's Deputy Minister of Economy, Sahib Nureddin Alekperov, speaking at the TIF 2025 Investment Forum in the “Avaza” National Tourism Zone. The Deputy Minister noted the promising prospects for cooperation in shipbuilding between the two countries. "Azerbaijan has the largest merchant fleet in the Caspian Sea. The Baku Shipyard is capable of producing all types of vessels," Alekperov emphasized. According to him, the tanker's construction is part of the shipbuilding cooperation between Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan. The TIF 2025 Investment Forum is being held in the “Avaza” National Tourist Zone on the Caspian Sea.

The Turkmenistan Investment Forum (TIF2025), aimed at attracting investment to the country's economy, has opened in the “Avaza” National Tourist Zone. The event is taking place September 18–19. At the beginning of the forum, Turkmenistan's Minister of Finance and Economy, Mammetguly Astanagulov, read an address from Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov to the participants. According to the organizers, TIF2025 brings together over 800 delegates from over 45 countries. Among them are high-ranking government officials, global business leaders, and representatives of leading international organizations. For three days, “Avaza” will become a hub for international cooperation. Participants will be presented with investment-ready projects in Turkmenistan in the fields of energy, infrastructure, logistics, finance, and innovation.

The volumes of agricultural and livestock products produced in Balkan province, their industrial processing, and their transformation into high-quality commodity products are increasing every year. This was reported in the Turkmenistan newspaper. During the past year, the province produced more than 14 billion 12 million manats of goods. As noted in the report, the growth in this area amounted to 104.2 percent. A significant part of this belongs to the agricultural sector. The residents of the region are provided with meat, milk, eggs, vegetables, fruits and berries without interruption. Abundant crops of apples, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and melons are harvested and delivered to the people. These days, winter wheat sowing for next year's bountiful harvest has begun in the fields along the Karakum River, as well as the successful harvesting of this year's cotton crop.

A new kindergarten No. 17 was opened and put into operation in the Akyap gengeshlik of the Sakarchage district of Mary province. This was reported in the Turkmenistan newspaper. As noted in the report, the opening ceremony of this two-story building was attended by residents of the district, educational workers, deputies of the Mejlis, representatives of the older generation, and happy children. The kindergarten was built by the Bally Economic Society, a member of the Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs of Turkmenistan, on the order of the Main Construction Department of the Mary Velayat Khyakimlik. The guests got acquainted with the conditions created for modern education, upbringing and comfortable rest of the children in the kindergarten rooms. The kindergarten's study and sleeping rooms are perfectly equipped for the children to learn their first writing and study skills and to relax comfortably. Lingaphone, computer, foreign language and other rooms are equipped with digital devices. The kindergarten's fitness room and indoor pool will help keep children healthy. 16 playgrounds have been built adjacent to the building for kindergarten and preschool groups, equipped with various toys according to the age characteristics of the children.

Today, a ceremony was held to hand over the keys to a modern 9-story, 54-apartment residential building with all amenities, located along Magtymguly Pyragy Street in Arkadag city. This was reported by the "Watan" news program.
As noted, on the occasion of the ceremony, artists of the Aman Gulmammedov State Drama Theater of Arkadag city and students of the Sakhy Jepbarov Arkadag city special art school performed musical and dance performances. The traditions of the Turkmen wedding were also celebrated. Today, a ceremony was held to hand over the keys to modern cottages with all amenities located along Gurbannazar Ezizov Street in Arkadag city. In honor of the 34th anniversary of the country's Independence, a creative exhibition of female ceramists entitled "When Women Praised the Beauties of the World" was also held in the new city. The exhibition was held at the Museum of History and Local Lore of Arkadag, and the creative works of female ceramists demonstrated the rich national values ​​and classical cultural heritage of the Turkmen people. In connection with today's events and in honor of the 34th anniversary of the country's independence, a wedding gift was also given in the new city.