On March 1st, the “Ynam” (“Faith”) art exhibition, timed to coincide with the 85th anniversary of the birth of the distinguished poet Gurbannazar Ezizov, opened its doors at the Art Gallery of the Union of Artists of Turkmenistan.

The name of the talented Turkmen violinist Aybolek Mukhieva is already known outside of Turkmenistan. A graduate of the Turkmen National Conservatory named after M. Kulieva, an assistant-internship at the Russian Academy of Music, a laureate of international competitions, a soloist of the symphony orchestra and string quartet, a teacher of the string department of the conservatory - Aybolek Mukhieva, despite her young age, has already managed to win the love of listeners and the respect of musicians

On February 22, the award ceremony for the winners of the Berlin International Film Festival, known as the "Berlinale", took place in the capital of Germany. One of the most prestigious film festivals in the world celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2025 under the leadership of its new director, Trisha Tuttle

The Turkmen National Conservatory named after Maya Kulieva is preparing to hold a concert on February 27 dedicated to the 95th anniversary of the outstanding singer, People's Artist of Turkmenistan Medeniet Shakhberdiyeva

The Ministry of Tourism and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan notes the growing interest of international media in Kazakhstan as a promising tourist destination. Many foreign publications note the unique features of the country, the originality of its cultural and natural heritage

From February 19 to 23, Japanese artists Kikuchi Yutaka and Ueda Chiho are in Turkmenistan, holding master classes on Japanese national music and dance in educational institutions of cultural profile

In connection with the transfer of the status of the capital of the Turkic world from the Turkmen city of Anau to the Kazakh city of Aktau in 2025, a TURKSOY delegation visited this city and held productive meetings there

UNICEF Representative in Turkmenistan Jalpa Ratna visited the Lebap Velayat Museum of History and Local Lore. Museum experts told the guests about the museum exhibits, which present both the modern achievements and economic development of the region, as well as its history, cultural heritage and unique natural attractions

The 75th anniversary edition of the Italian Song Festival opened on Tuesday, February 11th, in the resort town of San Remo on the Ligurian coast and will continue until Saturday, February 15th. 29 performers and groups are competing for the main prize of the music competition and a ticket to the Eurovision Song Contest

On February 27th, the "Festival of Music" concert will take place at the Magtymguly National Music and Drama Theater, dedicated to the friendly relations between Turkmenistan and Italy. Works by Turkmen and Italian composers will be performed by the State Symphony Orchestra of Turkmenistan under the direction of its principal conductor, Rasul Klychev, and Italian composer and conductor Claudio Vandelli