Dear compatriots!

Dear friends!

I sincerely congratulate you on the national holiday – Independence Day of Turkmenistan, which is widely and solemnly celebrated throughout the beautiful Motherland! Independence is the basis of our achievements and victories, sovereignty and a happy life in the era of the Rebirth of a new era of a powerful state. Therefore, I am sure that the celebrations and events dedicated to the 33rd anniversary of independence in the year "The Storehouse of the Mind of Magtumguly Pyragy" will increase our sense of love for the Motherland, further strengthening our unity and cohesion!

Thirty-three years ago, the international community recognized Turkmenistan as an independent state. Since then and to this day, the chronicle of the Fatherland is full of glorious achievements: the set goals are being achieved, radically changing the lives of each of us, our country consistently strengthens its position among the progressive states of the planet. Every day, month and year of the current era is full of very important political, economic, cultural and social events. And against their background, following the dream of our ancestors of building a national power capable of uniting society, we consistently strengthen the foundations of a new democratic, legal and secular state. At the same time, we are gradually taking measures to turn Turkmenistan into one of the most sustainably developing countries in the world.

For several decades, we have been successfully implementing comprehensively elaborated programs to improve the standard and quality of life of our courageous people, create a competitive national economy, as well as the comprehensive development of the Fatherland. At the same time, we ensure socio-economic well-being in the cities of Ashgabat and Arkadag, in all regions of the country, and create great opportunities for innovative economic growth through its diversification and modernization. According to the national programs, grandiose construction has been launched in Turkmenistan, domestic enterprises equipped with the latest generation of equipment produce high-quality products, social security and the standard of living of our citizens are increasing. We admire and are proud of these achievements, they inspire us to work creatively.

Today, the world community recognizes our successes in the transformation of Turkmenistan and achievements in the name of a prosperous human life – the highest value of the state. On the occasion of the 33rd anniversary of independence, a number of social facilities have been opened. At the same time, we started laying the site as part of the implementation of a grandiose project at the expense of our own investments. The section of the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India gas pipeline along the Serkhetabat–Herat route is called "Arkadagyň ak ýoly". At the same time, the opening and laying of the facilities of transport, communication and logistics infrastructures were held at a high level. All these events fully testify to the significant spiritual revival of the nation and the colossal strength of our state.

Dear compatriots!

In the era of the Rebirth of a new era of a powerful state, the international authority of the sovereign Homeland as a reliable and responsible partner is consistently growing. Our initiatives in the interests of all mankind, in particular, on global security and the maintenance of sustainable development, are gaining universal recognition.

Along with the expansion of mutually beneficial partnership, we are intensifying a comprehensive dialogue with the countries of the world and international organizations in the political, diplomatic, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian fields. Such cooperation is friendly, open and multilateral in nature. In this regard, interaction with reputable structures, especially with the United Nations, is also gaining momentum.

Dear friends!

The eve of the 33rd anniversary of the sacred independence is significant for a grandiose event - the meeting of the Khalk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, at which meaningful speeches were made about our prosperous Homeland, independence and neutrality, unity and integrity of society, which inspired us to achieve grandiose goals for a bright future. We will actively continue our large-scale work to increase the authority of an independent neutral Fatherland in the world and ensure a happy life for citizens. Based on the unshakable principles of patriotism, peacefulness and friendship, national experience in building a democratic, legal and secular state, we will direct all our efforts to enhance and strengthen our position on the world stage.

Dear compatriots!

Once again, I sincerely congratulate you on the national holiday – the 33rd anniversary of the sacred independence of Turkmenistan.

I wish you good health, endless happiness and family well-being!

May the independent, neutral Motherland, striving along the path of grandiose achievements, continue to flourish, and its glory and authority on the world stage increase!

President of Turkmenistan

Serdar Berdimuhamedov.

A parade dedicated to the 33rd anniversary of the country's independence was held in the capital of Turkmenistan, Ashgabat. The solemn event was held in front of the State Tribune complex.

Early in the morning, a flower-laying ceremony was held at the Monument of Independence of Turkmenistan, and the day before, ceremonies honoring the best employees of enterprises, organizations and institutions were held in the capital. By Decree of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, a group of citizens were awarded orders, medals and honorary titles for special services to the state and society.

The festive parade was broadcast live on the National Television of Turkmenistan.

Five-time former champion of Turkmenistan Yuri Rogussky regained the title of the first racket of the country, having won an impressive victory in the men's singles of the Turkmenistan Cup. In an exciting final lasting 2 hours and 40 minutes, Rogussky defeated the reigning champion Meylis Orazmuhammedov with a score of 1:6, 6:3, 7:6 (8:6). This is stated in the message of the publication "Turkmenistan: The Golden Age."

The tournament, dedicated to the 33rd anniversary of Turkmenistan's independence, gathered 113 athletes on the courts of the Ashgabat multifunctional stadium. 59 boys and 54 girls from Ashgabat, Dashoguz, Lebap and Mary velayats took part in the competition, contesting prizes in singles, doubles and mixed categories.

The Russian's path to the finals was full of challenges. In the quarterfinals, he almost lost to Allanur Dayanjov, having played four matchballs in the second set. The semifinal match against Gurbanberdi Gurbanberdiyev lasted 2.5 hours and ended with Rogussky's victory with a score 6:2, 3:6, 7:5.

The final match was the culmination of the tournament. Despite being tired after the previous matches, Rogussky managed to turn the tide of the game after losing the first set. The decisive moment came in the tie-break of the third set, where Yuri played three matchballs and ended the match with a spectacular ace.

17-year-old Aysha Bikbulatova won an unexpected victory in the women's tournament. In the final, she defeated Rozhan Karadzhayeva in a hard fight with a score of 7:5, 7:5.

Yuri Rogussky complemented his success with a victory in the mixed doubles, where, paired with 15-year-old Sabina Rakhmanova, they beat the duo Didar Vepamyradov/Maral Ahmedova. In the men's doubles, Hajimurad Chariyev and Meylis Orazmuhammedov celebrated the victory.

Turkmen athlete Shahzadbek Matyakubov set a new world record in the clean and jerk in the weight category up to 102 kg at the junior World Weightlifting Championships in Spain. This is reported by the press service of the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF).

The 20-year-old weightlifter lifted a barbell weighing 216 kg, surpassing the previous record by 1 kg, which was also set at the World Championships by a representative of Brazil.

In the total of the two-man event (175 +216), Matyakubov gained 391 kg, which earned him the gold medal of the junior championship of the planet.

Brazilian athlete Mateus Pisanya took second place with a score of 383 kg (168+215), and Egyptian Mahmoud Hosni took third place with a score of 369 kg (169+200).

Earlier at this championship, Turkmen athlete Anamjan Rustamova won a bronze medal in the snatch in the weight category up to 81 kg.

The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov congratulated the President on the 33rd anniversary of Turkmenistan's independence. In his congratulation, he noted the significant achievements of Turkmenistan under the leadership of the President and expressed wishes for good health, long life and success in government activities, TDH reports.

Gurbanguly Berdimuhammedov stressed that independence made it possible to realize the dreams of our ancestors about a sovereign state and revive national and spiritual values. He also noted that Turkmenistan has achieved significant success in various fields, including science, education, agriculture, communications and healthcare.

In his congratulation, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov noted the importance of ongoing reforms and programs aimed at the socio-economic development of the country and expressed confidence in the bright future of Turkmenistan under the leadership of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov.

Turkmen midfielder Ruslan Mingazov made two assists in the match of the 4th round of the Premier League Hong Kong, in which “Kitchee” won a convincing victory over “Kowloon City” with a score of 6: 1.

The 32 years old Mingazov, playing for “Kitchee” since March 2022, spent four matches in the new season of the Hong Kong championship, in which he scored 1 goal and made 6 assists. His contract with the club is designed until 2025.

Thanks to this victory, “Kitchee” with 8 points rose to the first line in the standings.

The youth team of Turkmenistan in football under 20 years old lost to peers from Japan in the first match of the qualifying cycle for the Asian Cup-2025.

The national team of Turkmenistan fell into group “I” along with the teams of Myanmar, Japan and Kyrgyzstan, which is the mistress of the tournament.

In the first match, Turkmenistan met with Japan. The match ended with the defeat of the Turkmen team with a score of 0: 2. The double of winners was noted by the striker of Soma Kanda.

The next match at the tournament Turkmenistan will be held against Kyrgyzstan on September 27. The qualifying tournament for the Turkmen team will end with a match against Myanmar on September 29.

The Turkmen weightlifter Anamjan Rustamova won a small bronze medal in the exercise of a breakthrough at the Youth World Athletics Championship held in the Spanish Leon. In the weight category to 81 kg, Rustamova raised 103 kg in a jerk, which permitted her to take third place in this exercise.

In the overall standings of the double -workers, Rustamova showed the result of 230 kg, taking fourth place. In the exercise, she raised the push 127 kg, which brought her fifth place.

The winner in this category was Emma Poghosyan from Armenia with a result of 233 kg (100+133), silver went to Vanessa Ernandez from Mexico - 232 kg (104+128), and the Iranian athlete of Ect Jamali - 231 kg (104+127) won bronze.

More than 350 athletes from 67 countries participate in the World Cup. Turkmenistan at the competitions is represented by Anamjan Rustamova and Shahzadbek Matyakubov, who today will perform in the category up to 102 kg.

Turkmen athletes rose to a new level in the world rankings at the 45th World Chess Olympiad, which ended in Budapest (Hungary), where 188 men's and 169 women's teams competed for medals in 11 rounds according to the Swiss system. All of them were divided into five categories depending on the average rating.

The men's and women's teams of Turkmenistan, both seeded 73rd overall, were awarded small gold medals for first place in their categories. The men won Group B with 15 points, leaving the teams of Latvia and Kazakhstan in second and third place, respectively, with 14 points. And the women won Group C with 14 points, beating the Malaysian team (14 points) and the Sri Lankan chess players, who finished third with 13 points, in additional indicators.

Having won two victories in a row at the finish of the tournament over rivals from Singapore (45th seed) - 3:1 and Israel (20th seed) - 2.5:1.5, the men's team of Turkmenistan took 24th place in the overall standings. And our women's team, having beaten the Croatian team (40th seed) in the last round - 2.5:1.5, rose to 32nd place. These results are the best in the entire history of participation of representatives of domestic chess in the World Chess Olympiads.

It is noteworthy that such strong teams of Vietnam, Iran, Bulgaria, Latvia, Kazakhstan, Sweden, Austria and other countries, staffed with international grandmasters, were left behind the men's team of Turkmenistan. And our young girls turned out to be higher than the more famous teams of Italy, Australia, Iran, Slovenia, the Czech Republic, Belgium, Norway and many others.

Such unprecedented success of the Turkmen teams is connected with the united team spirit among both boys and girls, believes the Secretary General of the Chess Federation of Turkmenistan Mergen Kakabayev.

“At the right moments, each player of the team worked on their games to the very end and squeezed the maximum out of every opportunity,” said M. Kakabayev.

A striking example of this was the 11th round, in which, with a draw of 1.5:1.5 in both the men's match against Israel and the women's match against Croatia, the fate of the small gold medals in groups “B” and “C” was decided in the remaining games of Allayar Shirliyev and Jahan Rejepova.

Allayar played against the bronze medalist of the 2010 Olympiad, the famous international grandmaster Ilya Smirin, and Jahan Rejebova, who has a rating of 1915, against FIDE master Patricia Vujnovic with a rating of 2134. Despite the equal nature of the struggle and the likelihood of a draw, A. Shirliyev and J. Rejepova did not accept the draw and were able to put the squeeze on their more experienced opponents, which ultimately ensured first place for our teams in their categories.

The best result in the men's team was shown by 39-year-old international grandmaster Meylis Annaberdiyev (2nd board), who scored 7 points out of 11. Half a point less in the asset of 25-year-old international master

Saparmurat Atabayev (1st board). 5 points out of 10 possible were scored on the 3rd board by 18-year-old Amanmuhammet Hommadov, 4.5 points out of 8 by 21-year-old current champion of the country Allayar Shirliyev (4th board) and 3.5 points out of 4 by 19-year-old Vepaly Halyniyazov, who played with a replacement on the 4th board.

100% result in the women's team was shown by 17-year-old reserve Enesh Arazmedova, who won 5 victories in five games on the 4th board. 18-year-old champion of Turkmenistan Meryem Agajanova (2nd board) scored 6 points in 10 games. The personal performance of other Turkmen chess players is as follows: 17-year-old Leyla Shohradova (3rd board) and 14-year-old Jahan Rejepova (4th board) have 5.5 points after 10 and 9 games, respectively, while the 18-year-old vice-champion of the country Lala Shohradova (1st board) has 5 points out of 10 possible. By the way, Lala was the only chess player in our women's team who had previous experience of participating in the Olympiads.

It is important to note that throughout the tournament, the coach of the men's team, Honored Coach of Turkmenistan Serdar Annaberdiev, the coach of the women's team, Candidate Master of Sports Shahruh Turayev and the head of the delegation, FIDE Master Mergen Kakabayev worked tirelessly with the players. Experienced specialists comprehensively prepared each player before each game, both theoretically and psychologically, right down to studying the opening repertoire and playing style of each opponent. And at a critical moment of the tournament, a professional psychologist was brought in to boost the confidence of young players before the decisive matches with famous opponents.

The champions in both sections were the Indian team, which beat the US chess players and the previous Olympic champions from Uzbekistan in the men's tournament, who took 2nd and 3rd places, respectively. And among women, representatives of Kazakhstan (2nd place) and the USA (3rd) also climbed the podium.

The next, 46th World Chess Olympiad will be held in 2026

in Uzbekistan. At the awards ceremony for the winners and prize-winners in Budapest, FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich handed over the flag and torch of the competition to the leader of the Uzbek team Nodirbek Abdusattorov, the winner of the silver medal of the current Olympiad on the 1st board.

Head coach of the Turkmenistan U-20 national youth team Dovletmurad Annayev spoke about the team's preparation and assessed the chances of his team in the group with Japan, Kyrgyzstan and Myanmar ahead of the start of the 2025 Asian Cup qualifying tournament.

According to the coach, the team has conducted serious preparation, including participation in the Central Asian Football Association (CAFA) championship in Kyrgyzstan and a series of friendly matches in Spain and Tashkent.

"The first stage of preparation was participation from July 5 to 12 in the CAFA tournament in Jalal-Abad, where we looked at candidates and gained experience in games with strong opponents," Annayev noted.

The next stage was a training camp in the Spanish city of Murcia from September 4 to 15. There, the team played three friendly matches: with Wales (2:2), the Faroe Islands (1:3) and the Real Murcia football club (0:1). From September 20 to 23, Turkmen footballers held three more friendly matches with the clubs FC Bunyodkor, AGMK U20 and AGMK Football Academy in Tashkent, finishing them with the following results: one win, one draw and one defeat.

Speaking about the upcoming tournament, Dovletmurad admitted that the group was not easy. "The Japanese are the favorites in all the tournaments they participate in. Kyrgyzstan is the host, and Myanmar is a dark horse," he described the opponents. Despite this, the coach and the team are optimistic and are preparing for difficult but interesting matches.

The head coach especially emphasized the importance of this youth team for the future of Turkmen football: "We have discussed more than once with the leadership of the football federation that this young team is our football future, and it is already very important to develop these talented guys in every possible way."

The coach also expressed gratitude to the Football Federation of Turkmenistan and the State Committee for Physical Culture and Sports of the country for their support and creation of conditions for the team's preparation in such a short time.

It is worth noting that in parallel with the preparation for the qualifying tournament, the coaching staff of the Turkmenistan U-20 team found time to attend the matches of the Futsal World Championship held in Tashkent.

"The work schedule in Tashkent was very busy, and we had games every other day, so the players were not taken to futsal. Instead, we went with the coaching staff. We got great pleasure from high-quality futsal. Such a chance does not come often. I am very glad that everything turned out this way," the coach noted.

Today, September 25, the Dolen Omurzakov Stadium in Bishkek will host the matches of the first round of the qualifying round of the 2025 Asian Cup among youth teams under 20 years old in Group "I".

The youth team of Turkmenistan will play with the Japanese team. The meeting will begin at 14:00 Ashgabat time.

On September 22-23, 2024, in Ankara, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Republic of Türkiye and the International Organization of Turkic Culture (TURKSOY) organized a chess tournament in honor of the 33rd anniversary of Turkmenistan's Independence.

Representatives of foreign diplomatic missions and their families, chess enthusiasts and the media were invited to the chess tournament held in the building of the Gökyay Foundation Chess Museum.

As part of the events, an exhibition was launched, which presented the works of Makhtumkuli Fragi, as well as exhibits reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the Turkmen people, their history and traditions.

“Altyn Asyr” forward Mikhail Titov has scored 5 goals in the last 4 matches of the Turkmenistan Football Premier League. Yesterday, Titov scored in the 62nd minute of the match against “Kopetdag” in the 25th round of the championship and helped his team win with a score of 3:0.

Before that, the 26 years old striker scored twice in the match against “Nebitchi” and scored one goal each in the games against “Shagadam” and “Merv”.

In addition, Titov distinguished himself in the qualification of the second AFC Champions League, scoring a goal in the match against “East Bengal”, which ended with a 3:2 victory for “Altyn Asyr”.