Today, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov made a working trip to Balkan velayat to review the preparations for the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries, ensuring its high-level organization.

Symbolically, as the head of state's aircraft flew towards Turkmenbashi, it passed over the city of Arkadag, built on the initiative of the National Leader of the Turkmen people and unparalleled in the region. This coincided with the opening ceremony of a new avenue and a modern bridge in Arkadag city, commissioned with the blessing of Hero-Arkadag.

Participants in the event offered prayers for the success of Arkadagly Hero Serdar in his state activities. The enthusiastic words of cheerful children transformed into a melody celebrating a happy epoch. The atmosphere of this grand celebration underscored the unity of our people around Hero-Arkadag and Arkadagly Hero Serdar.

The young city, the white-marble city, the bright path, the snow-white airliner - all these symbols of future achievements formed a harmonious whole.

…Some time later, the President's plane landed at Turkmenbashi International Airport, where the head of state was met by officials who warmly congratulated him on the commissioning of the modernized international airport.

The initiatives of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Hero-Arkadag, for the modernization of the transport and communication sector are successfully being implemented in a new historical epoch under the leadership of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov.

In the Era of Revival of the New Epoch of the Powerful State, significant importance is attached to the comprehensive development of the transport system. This creates favorable conditions for activating Turkmenistan's transport and transit corridors, strategically located at an important crossroads of trade routes between Europe and Asia. The renewal of the country's civil aviation infrastructure and its equipping with the latest technology are integral parts of the large-scale programs being implemented in this sector.

The modernization of Turkmenbashi International Airport based on innovative technologies is a vivid testament to this. It is also worth noting that the airport's passenger terminal, passport control points, and security checkpoints are equipped with the latest technology.

Located in the heart of the Great Silk Road, Turkmenistan is strengthening ties with interested states and authoritative organizations, having accumulated valuable experience in developing new directions for international cooperation. Our country's active interaction with the UN in a promising area such as transport and logistics is linked to its global integration into the world economy.

…Then President Serdar Berdimuhamedov proceeded to the venue of the international forum. The head of state was warmly welcomed there.

Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Minister of Foreign Affairs R. Meredov, informed about the work carried out on the complex's territory. In particular, he reported on the landscaping and creation of comfortable conditions for forum participants. All necessary facilities have been provided for guests to fully relax and enjoy walks in the park adjacent to the complex. The service system has also been properly established.

Speaking about the importance of the upcoming international forum, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted that the decision to host it in our country clearly demonstrates the consistent strengthening of constructive cooperation, which fully meets the interests of universal well-being and progress. In this context, the head of state emphasized that multi-faceted strategic partnership with the UN is one of the priorities of Turkmenistan's foreign policy.

As is known, the Resolution concerning the high-level forum was adopted on April 11 of this year at the 63rd plenary meeting of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly. Fifty-seven states co-sponsored the document.

High-level delegations from landlocked developing countries, as well as other UN member states, heads and representatives of international and regional structures, legislative bodies, financial institutions, public associations, and the private sector are expected to participate in the Conference.

It should be recalled that on July 4, 2025, the head of state signed a Resolution to ensure the organized and high-level conduct of the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries. Concurrently, an Agreement on the arrangements for the upcoming forum was signed between the Government of Turkmenistan and the United Nations.

It should also be noted that the issues of the Conference's organization were thoroughly reviewed at a meeting of the State Organizing Committee, held by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Hero-Arkadag, in the Avaza National Tourist Zone.

Notably, numerous political-diplomatic, trade-economic, and cultural-humanitarian events are planned within the framework of the upcoming Conference. All conditions for their high-level organization are provided here.

The holding of another forum on landlocked developing countries in our country testifies to Turkmenistan's constructive resolution of tasks stemming from UN programs, as well as its active participation in coordinating efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. All of this fully demonstrates the successful implementation of Hero-Arkadag's grand initiatives under the leadership of Arkadagly Hero Serdar.

Emphasizing the significance of the upcoming international forum, the head of state instructed to ensure its high-level organization.

Next, the President of Turkmenistan arrived at the venue for cultural events in the Avaza National Tourist Zone.

Various cultural events are planned here within the framework of the representative forum. In recent years, Avaza has become a hub for regular international meetings, forums, concerts, and festivals. The upcoming festivities will significantly strengthen bridges of friendship between countries by showcasing their achievements in culture and art.

As noted, these events aim to significantly expand the relations of independent, permanently neutral Turkmenistan with states worldwide, and to preserve and widely popularize national heritage and cultural values.

The ideological message of cultural diplomacy, an integral part of our country's neutrality policy, peace, friendship, mutual understanding, and the principles of humanism, unites peoples. Speaking about this, the head of state ordered to ensure a high level of organization for the upcoming celebrations.

Wishing everyone great success in their work, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov departed from the site.

The head of state reviewed the results of the work carried out in the Avaza National Tourist Zone for receiving guests in accordance with the ancient traditions of hospitality of our people. Today, modern hotels, enhancing the splendor of the Caspian coast, offer all conditions for a complete rest. The pleasant climate of the sea coast provides vigor and inspiration. And guests who arrive at this enchanting corner to participate in the forum will be able to admire this beauty.

Focusing on the issue of receiving guests, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov instructed a comprehensive and responsible approach to its solution.

Concluding his working visit to Balkan velayat, the head of state arrived at Turkmenbashi International Airport for his departure to the capital. Here, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov was seen off by officials.

…Some time later, the presidential airliner landed at Ashgabat International Airport.

Thus, the working visit of the head of Turkmenistan to Balkan velayat once again clearly demonstrated the scale of work being undertaken for the organized and high-level conduct of the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries.