National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Hero-Arkadag, met with young men and women participating in the Galkynyş National Equestrian Games Group. After inquiring about the training process and daily life of the Group members, Hero-Arkadag blessed them for successful performances in the upcoming international competitions. This inspired the young people passionate about equestrian sports to reach new heights and achieve remarkable victories.
According to the Decree signed by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, a State Organizing Committee was established to prepare for events related to the participation of a high-level delegation of our country in the World Equestrian Championships and the Ahalteke Horse Beauty Contest in the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The Chairman of the Committee, Hero-Arkadag, constantly monitors the extensive activities undertaken in this area. The valuable recommendations of the National Leader of the Turkmen people on relevant issues serve as key guidelines in preparation for international events.
During the meeting, Hero-Arkadag inquired not only about the young people’s training and studies, but also about their life goals and asked about their parents. This clearly demonstrates the comprehensive care shown in our country for youth, their future, and professional growth.
Hero-Arkadag spoke in depth with each member of the Galkynysh National Equestrian Games Group and inquired about their aspirations. This was perceived by the young people as a blessing from the National Leader of the Turkmen people for further success at the World Equestrian Championships and the Ahalteke Horse Beauty Contest.
The efforts of Hero-Arkadag to develop domestic horse breeding and equestrian sports, as well as the exemplary sample, wise instructions, and advice of the National Leader of the Turkmen people regarding the handling of horses, inspire our young compatriots to achieve great victories. Caring for youth is the key to a bright future for an independent, neutral Fatherland. During the meeting, Hero-Arkadag, speaking about the significance of book “Youth – the Pillar of the Motherland” by Arkadagly Hero Serdar and the implementation of youth policy, emphasized that our country is creating all the necessary conditions for the younger generation.
The Galkynysh National Equestrian Games Group, founded in 2007 at the initiative of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, is comprised of young people recognized as masters of complex tricks, exemplifying the superb art of horsemanship and trick riding. The Group’s victories over the years are the result of Hero-Arkadag’s boundless care for the younger generation.
During the meeting, after speaking with the young men and women who will represent Turkmenistan at international events, Hero-Arkadag emphasized that the state is creating all the conditions for the Group’s brilliant performances. The National Leader of the Turkmen people wished the members of this talented group success in the upcoming competitions, demonstrating their abilities and talents to the fullest, and raising the flag of the Motherland high, enhancing its prestige.
In this regard, Hero-Arkadag expressed confidence that the members of the Galkynyş National Equestrian Games Group will demonstrate the courage and skill inherent in the Turkmen people, as well as their passion for their chosen profession. As the National Leader of the Turkmen people emphasized, our Fatherland will always support the high aspirations of its youth. During the meeting, Hero-Arkadag admonished young Turkmen citizens to worthily defend the prestige of their beloved Homeland and value it above their own lives.
Following the results of the international competitions, celebrations will be held in honor of the 35th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s sacred independence. This significant date holds great significance in the life of the country. In this context, Hero-Arkadag expressed confidence that in the year of “Independent Neutral Turkmenistan – Homeland of Purposeful Winged Horses”, high-level horse breeding and equestrian events will be held, Ahalteke horses will traditionally grace our celebrations and holidays, and the performances of the Galkynyş Group will be marked by remarkable achievements.
During the meeting, Hero-Arkadag expressed his hope that members of the Galkynyş National Equestrian Games Group would conquer the world with new performances at international events and the execution of complex tricks. This will serve to enhance the prestige of these “heavenly” horses on the global stage.
Expressing their deep gratitude to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Hero-Arkadag for the opportunities created at the state level and the paternal care they have shown, the Group members assured that they would honorably justify the trust placed in them, achieve new victories in upcoming international competitions, and thereby make a worthy contribution to enhancing the global fame of Ahalteke horses.
The efforts of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, a true connoisseur of “heavenly” horses, to develop horse breeding and equestrian sports in the country, the exemplary example of Hero-Arkadag in handling racehorses, and his consistent instructions and recommendations inspire our young compatriots who have linked their lives with horse breeding to new outstanding achievements.
Having wished the youth further gains in developing national equestrian sports and popularizing them internationally, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Hero-Arkadag, departed the venue.
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Currently, in accordance with the assignments of the President of Turkmenistan, Deputy Chairman of the State Organizing Committee and Deputy Prime Minister T. Atahallyyev together with members of the Committee is on a working visit to the city of Cronenberg in the Kingdom of the Netherlands to ensure high-level preparations for the international events.
Here, relevant activities are underway to ensure the participation of Ahalteke horses – a unique national treasure gifted to humanity by our people – in prestigious world-class competitions, as well as to organize events within them.
In this regard, our country attaches great importance to addressing relevant issues. Particular attention is being paid to issues related to the choice of a locality for the relevant event and its design in a national style. In preparation for the upcoming events, members of the representative delegation of Turkmenistan are organizing meetings with local horse breeders and international experts conducting scientific research in this area.
This is further evidence of the comprehensive efforts being made to ensure the organized performance of the Turkmen teams participating in the World Equestrian Championships and the Ahalteke Beauty Contest.
As part of the meetings held here, a presentation of the venue designated for international events was also held. In this regard, a lively exchange of opinions took place regarding the distinctive characteristics of the venues for the equestrian competitions and beauty pageant, as well as their organizational procedures. As noted, design elements for international competitions will be installed at the venue in accordance with modern standards, and the locations of relevant signage will be determined.
Local experts and horse breeders emphasized the importance of a mutually beneficial exchange of experience, focusing on the issues of widespread familiarization with the national traditions of Turkmen horse breeding and their effective implementation by specialists from European countries. This is of great importance for accumulating information related to the development of the industry in various countries, particularly regarding the methods of raising and training Ahalteke horses, and ensuring their accessibility to the global equestrian community.
The inclusion of the art of Ahalteke horse breeding and horse decoration traditions on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity as one of the outstanding art forms of the Turkmen people has enhanced the prestige of these “heavenly” horses, considered to be a national and world cultural treasure. This also confirmed the international recognition of the exemplary principles of Russian horse breeding, shaped by our wise ancestors over the centuries.
These meetings place particular emphasis on the history of the renowned Ahalteke horses and their unique characteristics, and also discuss issues related to the competition procedures. This clearly demonstrates a responsible and comprehensive approach to organizing the planned events, which are crucial for the further popularization of these “paradise” horses worldwide, in accordance with modern requirements and high international standards.
