Meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan

The first speaker was the Chairwoman of the Mejlis D.Gulmanova, who informed about the ongoing activities to strengthen the country’s legislative framework.

Having announced the adoption of the Law of Turkmenistan “On the Cultural Heritage of Magtymguly Fragi”, the head of the national Parliament expressed heartfelt gratitude to the President of Turkmenistan for the approval of this significant legal act.

There was also information about the development of a new edition of the Civil Code, amendments and additions to a number of laws, including the Budget Code of the country.

At the same time, it was reported about preparations for the elections of deputies to replace those who retired, which are scheduled for July 7 of the current year. As noted, work in this direction is carried out jointly with the Central Election Commission, the Ashgabat khyakimlik and public associations in accordance with the electoral legislation.

Information was also provided on measures being taken to build up inter-parliamentary relations and interaction with international organizations. In particular, during the period under review, on behalf of the President of Turkmenistan, a letter of credence was accepted from the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Czech Republic to our country.

At the same time, a meeting was held with a delegation led by the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Iraq, during which the prospects for further development of bilateral cooperation through parliamentary diplomacy were discussed. Representatives of the Mejlis went on official trips to the Republic of Kazakhstan, Estonia and the Republic of Tajikistan in order to study best practices in legislative activities.

Summarizing the information, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted the need to further improve the country’s legal framework and carry out effective work to prepare new bills that meet modern requirements.

Continuing the meeting, the head of state emphasized the importance of proper preparation for the elections of deputies of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan scheduled for July 7 of this year to replace those who retired.