Turkmenistan and the Russian Federation strengthen cultural ties

On October 16, the opening ceremony of the Days of Culture of the Russian Federation in Turkmenistan took place at the Mukam Palace of the State Cultural Center of Turkmenistan. This creative action once again testifies to the importance of the cultural and humanitarian sphere in the strategic partnership of the two friendly states.

Centuries-old bonds of friendship, common history and culture are today an important factor contributing to the further rapprochement of fraternal peoples, strengthening their mutual understanding and trust, and expanding creative contacts.

This year, held under the motto "The Storehouse of the Mind of Mahtumkuly Fragi", various events are being held throughout the country and abroad in honor of the 300th anniversary of the birth of the outstanding poet and thinker.

In this regard, it should be noted that the International Forum "Interrelation of Times and Civilizations – the basis of Peace and Development", which was held in Ashgabat on October 11 this year, was attended by the Presidents of the Republic of Armenia, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Mongolia, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Russian Federation, the Republic of Tajikistan and the Republic of Uzbekistan.

The main objectives of this event were the popularization of the heritage of Makhtumkuli Fraga, the study of the relationship between the languages and literatures of the peoples of the East, its role in the development of national statehood, the contribution of the humanist poet to the treasury of universal spiritual values. In this context, the head of the Russian Federation noted the high level of organization of a major international forum and the efforts of the Government of our country, following the precepts of the great Mahtumkuly, to preserve peace and stability in the region, expand and fill with new content multifaceted international cooperation. The monuments erected in his honor in the city of Moscow, in the Astrakhan region and the Stavropol Territory also testify to the high veneration of Makhtumkuli's work in Russia. A secondary school named after Mahtumkuly Fragi has also been built in the Astrakhan region.

At the same time, it should be noted that in the cultural and park complex "Magtymguly Pyragy" near the majestic monument of Mahtumkuly Fragi on the alley of famous classical poets and thinkers of world renown representing different countries and continents, a monument to the classic of Russian and world literature, writer Fyodor Mikhailovich Dostoevsky, has been erected.

Recently, humanitarian contacts between the Russian Federation and Turkmenistan have acquired a deeper meaning and content. The interregional partnership between the two states has expanded, including in the educational sphere, and scientific and cultural exchanges are actively developing.

Cultural Days, held alternately in both countries, have become popular. The great interest shown in Turkmenistan in this event is evidenced by the crowded hall of the Mukam Palace of the State Cultural Center, which was chosen as the place of the grand opening. Representatives of the cultural sphere, the media, the creative intelligentsia, and numerous fans of the art of the fraternal people gathered here.

A bright action unfolded on the stage, in which the masters of culture and arts of the Russian Federation took part. The right to represent Russia fell to the State Academic Folk Dance Ensemble of Adygea "Nalmes" (artistic director – Honored Artist of the Russian Federation, Kuban and the Republic of Abkhazia, People's Artist of the Republic of Adygea Aslan Khadzhaev). The team consists of highly professional versatile dancers who are able to embody complex choreographic tasks at a high performing level. The ensemble begins its performance with the ancient dance "Islamey", reminiscent of birds in flight. Next in the program is a dance with daggers, a "Necklace of folk dances of the Adyghe Diaspora", a choreographic composition "Dancing Nalmes".

The choreographic novel "Nalmes Nalkut" (modern dance) uses elements of classical dance mixed with national Caucasian elements of movements.

The concert was decorated with a medley of ancient folk instruments and other creative performances. The audience rewarded the guests with a standing ovation.

An exhibition of works by photographers and works of applied art – "Patchwork Mosaic of Russia", prepared by the V.D.Polenov State Russian House of Folk Art, has been launched in the lobby of the Mukam Palace.

As part of the Days of Culture of the Russian Federation, members of the Russian delegation also took part in a flower-laying ceremony at the monument to Mahtumkuly Fragi, erected in the picturesque foothills of Kopetdag, and also visited the National Museum of the Turkmen Carpet.

Today, the winner of the XV International Chaikovsky Competition and winner of many other All-Russian and international competitions, soloist of the Moscow State Academic Philharmonic, Russian pianist Dmitry Masleev held a master class at the Maya Kulieva Turkmen National Conservatory.

Tomorrow, the Mukam Palace of the State Cultural Center of Turkmenistan will host a master class by soloists of the State Academic Folk Dance Ensemble of Adygea "Nalmes" for students of the choreographic school and dance groups of Ashgabat. And in the evening, on the stage of the Mukam Palace, wonderful Russian dancers will once again demonstrate their art to residents and guests of the Turkmen capital.

A cultural program has also been prepared for guests from Russia, which includes acquaintance with the sights of Ashgabat and the unique exhibits of its museums.

Source: State News Agency