THE 3RD INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIAD IN MATHEMATICS FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS STARTED IN ASHGABAT

On April 9, 2026, the opening ceremony of the International Olympiad in Mathematics for High School Students was held at Magtymguly Turkmen State University in Ashgabat, organized by the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. A total of 198 students are participating in the Olympiad, representing the Russian Federation, the Republic of Uzbekistan, the Republic of Tajikistan, the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Republic of Armenia, the Republic of Belarus, the Republic of Turkey, the People’s Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Kyrgyz Republic, as well as general education schools from Turkmenistan. The opening ceremony was also attended by 28 teachers from the mentioned countries, alongside distinguished local teachers in the field of exact sciences, as well as representatives of mass media.

Foreign delegations were welcomed in accordance with the national traditions of hospitality. Songs performed in both Turkmen and the languages of the participating countries gave the ceremony a festive and unifying atmosphere, celebrating the values of creativity, peace, kindness, and friendship. These musical performances served as a vivid call for strengthening peace and brotherhood among nations through the universal language of art. An exhibition was also organized in the atrium of Magtymguly Turkmen State University, showcasing achievements in the education sector, student life, academic and creative projects, artwork by students from children’s art schools, and educational literature.

Representatives of friendly nations who spoke at the event expressed gratitude to the Turkmen side for the warm welcome and the high level of organizational excellence demonstrated. A special cultural program was prepared for the foreign delegations. In the second half of the day, the participants visited beautiful places of Ashgabat – the city of white marble, especially the Monument of Neutrality and the Neutrality Museum, enjoying their time in a vibrant and engaging atmosphere.

The 3rd International Olympiad in Mathematics for High School Students will continue until April 13, 2026.

Humay HALLYEVA,

the 2nd year student of the Faculty of International Journalism

of the Institute of International Relations 

of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan.