Vice President for Medical Activities of the Charity Fund for Providing Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship named after Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov held bilateral meetings on the margins of the International Conference

On December 10, 2025, a meeting was held between the Vice President for Medical Activities of the Charity Fund for Providing Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship named after Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Oguljahan Atabayeva and Head of the Presidential Administration of the Republic of Uzbekistan Saida Mirziyoyeva.

The guest noted that issues of global significance were discussed at the recent International Forum. The forum's organizational level demonstrates that Turkmenistan has accumulated positive experience in this important area, said Saida Mirziyoyeva, emphasizing that this fact strengthens Turkmenistan's role on the international stage.

Vice President for Medical Activities of the Fund Oguljahan Atabayeva noted that Turkmenistan places special emphasis on developing international cooperation. Strengthening relations with close neighbors and fraternal nations was identified as an important focus.

At the end of the meeting, the Vice President of the Fund and the Head of the Presidential Administration of the neighboring country extended their best wishes for the well-being of the peoples of the two fraternal countries.

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A meeting between Vice President for Medical Activities of the Charity Fund for Providing Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship named after Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Oguljahan Atabayeva, and Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Director-General of the UN Office at Geneva Tatyana Valovaya took place in the Avaza National Tourist Zone as part of the International Forum “The Role of Women in Modern Society: Developing International Cooperation for Sustainable Development”.

After warmly welcoming Valovaya, Oguljahan Atabayeva thanked her guest for her active participation in this year's event held in Turkmenistan. As noted, one of the main areas of our country's foreign policy is the development of multi-faceted cooperation with the UN.

The UN Under-Secretary-General expressed gratitude for the hospitality extended to Turkmenistan, emphasizing that holding this forum in Turkmenistan, which actively promotes a policy of neutrality, significantly enhances its significance. As emphasized, this demonstrates our country's desire to become a bridge for dialogue between East and West by strengthening the role of women in building a stable future.

During the meeting, it was noted that in the modern era, women leaders play a significant role in various spheres of Turkmen society, including politics, business, and social movements. In accordance with the Constitution of Turkmenistan and generally accepted norms of international law, caring for women and strengthening their role in society are priority areas of state policy for independent Turkmenistan.

Concluding the meeting, the sides expressed confidence that the results of the current forum will contribute to the advancement of gender equality and exchanged best wishes.

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As part of the International Forum “The Role of Women in Modern Society: Developing International Cooperation for Sustainable Development,” Vice President for Medical Activities of the Charity Fund for Providing Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship named after Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Oguljahan Atabayeva met with President of the National Assembly of the Democratic Republic of Sao Tome and Principe Celmira do Sacramento.

Warmly welcoming her guest, Oguljahan Atabayeva thanked her for accepting the invitation to participate in the international forum. They also expressed confidence that the current meeting will contribute to strengthening relations between Turkmenistan and the Democratic Republic of Sao Tome and Principe.

Expressing deep gratitude for the hospitality, the President of the Parliament of Sao Tome and Principe noted that she was deeply honored to participate in such a prestigious forum, which is of great importance. As emphasized, hosting the International Forum “The Role of Women in Modern Society: Developing International Cooperation for Sustainable Development” in Turkmenistan demonstrates our country's responsible approach to realizing women's rights and ensuring their active participation in public and social life, as well as the significant attention the state pays to this end.

At the end of the meeting, the sides exchanged best wishes.

 

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A meeting between Vice President for Medical Activities of the Charity Fund for Providing Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship named after Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Oguljahan Atabayeva and Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Tajikistan Mansuri Dilrabo took place in the Avaza National Tourist Zone as part of the International Forum “The Role of Women in Modern Society: Developing International Cooperation for Sustainable Development.”

During the meeting, it was noted that Turkmen-Tajik relations, based on the principles of good neighborliness and close cooperation, are developing across a broad spectrum. Particular importance is attached to interaction in the cultural and humanitarian spheres, which serves as a reliable guarantee of a stable and long-term partnership between the two countries.

Respect for women has been a fundamental characteristic for centuries, shaping the main life principle of the Turkmen people.

In this regard, the interlocutors emphasized the importance of holding the International Forum “The Role of Women in Modern Society: Developing International Cooperation for Sustainable Development” in Turkmenistan.

At the end of the meeting, the sides exchanged best wishes.

 

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As part of the International Forum “The Role of Women in Modern Society: Developing International Cooperation for Sustainable Development,” held in the Avaza National Tourist Zone, Vice President for Medical Activities of the Charity Fund for Providing Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship named after Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Oguljahan Atabayeva met with Minister of Home Affairs of the Kingdom of Eswatini Lindiwa Dlamini.

The Fund's Vice President for Medical Activities welcomed the guest and thanked her for accepting the invitation to participate in the current international forum, noting the significance of the Kingdom of Eswatini's participation in this important event.

Expressing gratitude for the warm welcome, the Minister of Home Affairs of the Kingdom of Eswatini noted the high level of organization of the international conference, emphasizing that hosting such a significant event in Turkmenistan demonstrates the country's high prestige on the international stage.

During the meeting, it was emphasized that Turkmenistan is an active participant in international conventions on women's rights and advocates for their active participation in public and national life. Much attention is paid to the empowerment of women, state programs and national plans are being implemented in this area, and effective partnerships are being fostered at the regional and international levels.

The sides also exchanged views on various issues of mutual interest.

At the end of the meeting, the sides exchanged best wishes.

 

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A meeting was held in the Avaza National Tourist Zone as part of the International Forum “The Role of Women in Modern Society: Developing International Cooperation for Sustainable Development” Vice President for Medical Activities of the Charity Fund for Providing Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship named after Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Oguljahan Atabayeva met with Head of Department at the Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University and President of the Russian Society of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgeons Natalia Manturova.

During the conversation, it was noted that the main goal of today's conference is to expand women's rights and conduct work in this area aimed at achieving humanitarian goals.

As noted, this forum promotes effective dialogue between governments, international organizations, and civil society representatives to strengthen the role of women in society. In this regard, the importance of the participation of the Russian Federation delegation in this forum was emphasized. The meeting also included an exchange of views on the development of humanitarian cooperation between the two countries.

At the end of the meeting, the sides expressed their commitment to further strengthening mutual humanitarian cooperation and wished each other all the best.

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As part of the International Forum, Vice President for Medical Activities of the Charity Fund for Providing Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship named after Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Oguljahan Atabayeva met with Minister of State for International Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al-Misnad.

The Fund's Vice President for Medical Activities thanked the guest for her active participation in the international conference, noting the significance of the presence of the State of Qatar's delegation at this important event.

Expressing gratitude for the warm welcome, Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al-Misnad emphasized that it was a great honor for her to participate in this high-level international conference. During the meeting, it was noted that cooperation between Turkmenistan and the State of Qatar is developing in various areas, including cultural and humanitarian affairs, which contributes to the rapprochement of the peoples of the two countries and the mutual enrichment of cultures.

The guest emphasized the historic significance of holding this important international forum during the International Year of Peace and Trust.

At the end of the meeting, the sides expressed confidence in the further strengthening of Turkmen-Qatari relations and exchanged best wishes.

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As part of the International Forum “The Role of Women in Modern Society: Developing International Cooperation for Sustainable Development,” Vice President for Medical Activities of the Charity Fund for Providing Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship named after Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Oguljahan Atabayeva met with Vice-President of the Secretariat of the All-China Women's Federation of the People's Republic of China and Vice-Chairperson of the National Working Committee on Children and Women under the State Council Huang Xiaowei.

After warmly welcoming the guest, Oguljahan Atabayeva thanked Huang Xiaowei for her participation in the forum and noted the dynamic development of friendly relations between Turkmenistan and the People's Republic of China. She also emphasized the importance of cultural and humanitarian cooperation.

Vice-President of the Secretariat of the All-China Women's Federation of China, expressing gratitude for the invitation to participate in such a prestigious forum and for the hospitality extended in Turkmenistan, noted that the international conference is a strategic investment in global development. This forum confirms that achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and a prosperous society are closely linked to the equal and active participation of women in all spheres of life.

The discussion also touched on opportunities to exchange experiences on advancing women's rights.

In conclusion, the sides expressed confidence that the current forum will provide a powerful impetus to international cooperation to strengthen the role of women in society and wished each other all the best.

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A meeting between Oguljahan Atabayeva, Vice President for Medical Activities of the Charity Fund for Providing Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship named after Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, and Fatemeh Mohajerani, the Speakerperson of the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran, took place at the Avaza National Tourist Zone.

Oguljahan Atabayeva thanked Fatemeh Mohajerani for her active participation in the international conference held in Avaza and expressed confidence that the forum's results will contribute to the development of international cooperation to strengthen the role of women in society.

Expressing her gratitude for the warm welcome in Turkmenistan, the Speakerperson of the Iranian Government said she was honored to participate in the international conference.

Noting that this large-scale forum will be instrumental in uniting efforts to advance women's rights and opportunities, the guest emphasized the significance of holding this conference on the eve of the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality.

During the exchange of views on Turkmen-Iranian relations, the interlocutors emphasized that cultural and humanitarian affairs are among the key areas of interaction between the two neighboring states, and that our countries actively cooperate in this area.

Concluding the meeting, the sides expressed confidence in the further strengthening of cooperation between the two countries and exchanged best wishes.