Today, a gala concert of cultural and artistic masters from Central Asian countries and the Republic of Azerbaijan was held in the theatrical interactive complex of sea fountains in the «Avaza» National Tourist Zone. This event was the culmination of a series of national days of fraternal countries held in this picturesque corner. On the final day, the National Days of Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan added a special flavour to the celebration.

The successful holding of the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries, which is taking place in the year of the International Year of Peace and Trust and the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality, is evidence of the active participation of our country in addressing issues on the global agenda and its growing authority as a centre of peacekeeping.

The Turkmen state, consistently implementing its foreign policy strategy, advocates for expanding cooperation with all interested parties to ensure universal peace, prosperity and sustainable development. In this context, it should be noted that strengthening good-neighbourly relations with the Central Asian countries and Azerbaijan is one of the priority areas of foreign policy implemented by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, where special importance is attached to cultural and humanitarian ties.

Our countries are united by common historical roots, spiritual and cultural values, which create a reliable basis for fraternal relations. A bright confirmation of the strengthening of humanitarian ties through joint cultural events is the gala concert held today. Regular organisation of such events contributes to the activation of cultural contacts, the exchange of experience between representatives of the creative intelligentsia, and also increases the interest of our peoples in the history and spiritual heritage of each other.

The theatrical interactive complex of sea fountains in the «Avaza» National Tourist Zone has become a symbol of friendship and brotherhood of our peoples.

The gala concert opened with the song «Ýaşa mähriban Arkadag». The performance of the folklore ensemble «Dokmaçylar» in one number, combining singing, music and dance, expressed the boundless love and respect of the Turkmen people for the Hero-Arkadag.

The concert was continued by masters of culture and art from the states of Central Asia and Azerbaijan. Their performances reflected the rich traditions and originality of the folk and modern art of these countries. The unique sound of folk instruments, modern rhythms, pleasant voices of singers and dances with national colouring were perceived with special enthusiasm. The numbers were distinguished by their genre diversity, demonstrating the rich potential of the national art of the countries of Central Asia and Azerbaijan.

During the concert, famous folk and pop singers, as well as renowned musicians of our country demonstrated their skills. They performed the best works of Turkmen song and music art - songs about love, friendship and the beautiful world that surrounds us. Their melodic performance was met with thunderous applause from the audience.

Performances by the State Dance Ensemble, the folklore ensemble «Dehistan», as well as dance groups «Galkynyş», «Näzli», «Meňli» increased the solemnity of the event.

Along with famous artists, young performers who are just starting their creative path also performed at the festive concert. This became a confirmation of the inexhaustible talent of our people and the continuity of the development of national art.

One of the main features of this concert was the beautiful seascape, images created by interactive fountains, the harmony of light, colour and sound. A special festive atmosphere was created by video footage shown on large monitors in the centre and around the stage.

The song «Garaşyp ýazlaryň joşan wagtyna», to the words and music of Hero Arkadag, became a real gift for the concert participants. The beautiful melody and deep meaning of the song evoked inspired feelings in the audience, leaving unique impressions in the hearts of each participant in the celebration.

According to tradition, at the end of the concert, the ancient dance kushtdepdi was performed - a wonderful example of folklore that unites national traditions and is an integral part of world culture, embodying the main content of the joint concert - a holiday of creation and unity in the name of peace and progress. After all, it is creative relationships that open up great opportunities for bringing peoples closer together.

The powerful final chord of the concert was the song of the National Leader of the Turkmen people Hero Arkadag «Öňe, öňe, diňe öňe, jan Watanym Türkmenistan!» performed by all participants of the festive event, which with all clarity reflected the great pride of the Turkmen people for the current sovereign Fatherland, striving for a bright future.

In this way, this creative event, which became a celebration of music and friendship, opened up new opportunities for mutual enrichment of the cultures of our peoples and expansion of cooperation in this direction.