Today, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry opened the Exhibition of the Trade Complex of Turkmenistan, clearly demonstrating the successes of the national economy, its inexhaustible potential and promising directions of development in the era of the Revival of the new epoch of the powerful state.

The high quality of products and a wide range of services are demonstrated here by more than 210 enterprises and structures of the trade complex, the Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs of the country, operating in various fields.

...A lively festive atmosphere reigns in the spacious halls of the Expo Center. Participants and guests of the exhibition are greeted by creative groups with musical and song compositions.

The opening ceremony of the traditional review was attended by members of the Government, Halk Maslakhaty, heads of Mejlis, ministries and departments, representatives of the diplomatic corps accredited in Turkmenistan and international structures, public organizations and the media.

Those gathered listened with enthusiasm to the welcoming Address of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, which emphasized that thanks to the large-scale work carried out in this direction, trade and economic cooperation of Turkmenistan with the countries of the world is increasing. “The competitiveness of our goods is increasing, good results are being achieved in maintaining commodity abundance in the domestic market and intensifying foreign trade. Products with the “Made in Turkmenistan” mark are today widely known in world markets and are distinguished by high quality and reliability,” the head of state noted.

The main theme of the exhibition this year is the diversification of the national economy, import substitution and increased exports, as well as accelerated modernization of production. All this is clearly demonstrated by numerous stands reflecting the unprecedented in scale process of improving the country’s economic sectors, successfully carried out within the framework of adopted development programs.

Enterprises and structures of the Ministry of Trade and Foreign Economic Relations took part in the current review. Among them are Türkmensüýtsöwda, Türkmenbakaleýa wholesale and retail trade enterprises, Howdan-Bajygyran company specializing in cross-border trade, and the Ashgabat City Association of Markets. Production and trade organizations and associations of consumer societies of the country also set up their stands here. For the first time, the trade department of the city of Arkadag also participates in the exhibition.

Mizan commercial center, Ruhubelent, Altyn Ýyldyz enterprises, Parahat cultural and entertainment center, Altyn asyr shopping center presented information on a wide range of services in the field of public catering. The exhibition also includes the services of the Computer Technology Center, Türkmenlomaýdaşarysöwda enterprise, a variety of drinks and drinking water from Altyn Damja, Tut, and Sada Suw.

The stands of Rysgal Joint Stock Commercial Bank and the Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan clearly demonstrate the effectiveness of the implementation of international investment and national projects in all sectors of the economy.

Most of the exhibition hall resembles a modern shopping center, where there are grocery rows, counters full of fresh vegetables and fruits, display cases with a variety of products from the domestic food industry, as well as carpets, textiles and other products.

It should be noted that a high level of development of trade and services is the most important indicator of the success of national reforms being implemented, economic modernization, and the rise of the trade industry and the expansion of export opportunities for domestic producers, as demonstrated by this review.

The socio-economic transformations carried out by the President of Turkmenistan, the introduction of market mechanisms and principles into the activities of the national economic complex led to the economic prosperity of the Homeland, which was reflected in the unprecedented growth of domestic trade, in which a competitive environment was formed, entrepreneurial activity was clearly manifested, modern methods of business organization were used, and services were rendered.

The products of one of the main export-oriented sectors of the country’s national economy were presented by the Ministry of Textile Industry, once again confirming the well-deserved authority of Turkmen textile brands.

The exhibition of modern carpet products of Türkmenhaly State Association, as well as entrepreneurs and folk craftsmen involved in the field of carpet weaving, aroused great interest among visitors.

Abadan haly Ashgabat Carpet Company demonstrated a variety of carpets and rugs with original colors at the exhibition. These products, most of which are made from polypropylene yarn based on local raw materials, are in great demand not only in our country, but also abroad. Moreover, digital technologies are now used to implement them. 

On huge banners, videos tell about the economic achievements of the state, opening up broad horizons for further international cooperation. All this is evidence of the successful solution of tasks to strengthen food security and saturate the domestic market with consumer goods in Turkmenistan.

The exhibition also introduces visitors to the successes of entrepreneurs in the field of trade and services. Today they open specialized stores and organize trade on the franchising principle. An example of this is Halk market, Şerbet market.

In the era of the Revival of the new epoch of the powerful state, the private sector confidently acts as a partner of the state in the implementation of economic reforms, offering quality goods and services, investing in the production of food, printing products, building materials, arts and crafts, etc. And exhibition activities have become an integral component of the marketing policy of Turkmen businessmen.

The attention of visitors is attracted by stands with confectionery products of Hasar, Hojaly, Şerbetli ak gar, Mekan, dairy products of Sahabatly, Täze aý, various drinks of Goşa çynar, Sada, rows of sausages and other meat products from Özgeriş, Ak toprak, Bereketli, etc.

Among the exhibitors are large agricultural enterprises, production and processing complexes for poultry farming, livestock and fish farming, and processing vegetables, melons and fruits.

Contributing to the reform of the agricultural industry, private producers are introducing the latest agricultural technologies, water-saving systems, scientific achievements and best practices, and growing environmentally friendly and high-quality vegetables and fruits. The state provides preferential loans for the purchase of modern equipment from the world’s leading companies, which has a positive effect on increasing soil fertility, obtaining good harvests and, as a result, strengthening the production capacity of individual food enterprises.

Entrepreneurs have accumulated extensive experience in greenhouse cultivation of fruits and vegetables, in particular tomatoes, which occupy a large share in exports, and bananas in the import substitution of the country’s food products. A clear confirmation of this is the environmentally friendly and attractive products displayed in the exhibition pavilions.

A number of exhibitors present the possibilities of the private sector in increasing the production of consumer goods. Among them are textile and shoe makers who have established the production of modern clothing, dress shoes and other popular products – Röwşen, Batly-Gadam, Muhammet Balkan ES, Ak suw enterprises, as well as individual entrepreneurs engaged in the production of fashionable accessories, school backpacks, sports shoes, etc.

Specialists from a leading consumer service company, the popular metropolitan MAÝAM dry cleaning company, advertise a wide range of their services. Here one can place an order and receive a gift certificate.

Members of the UIET are erecting entire lines of residential areas, cottage complexes, park areas, administrative and business districts, and large-scale infrastructure facilities in the capital. Thus, Türkmen bina gurluşyk economic enterprise and Türkmen Awtoban Joint Stock Company presented their services at the exhibition.

Visitors’ attention is drawn to the pavilion of Aýdyň gijeler Economic Society – a manufacturer of modern industrial and electronic products. The range of its products is constantly expanding and includes cell phones with two SIM cards, smartphones, various types of all-in-one PCs, smart TVs, split air conditioners, Internet network distributors – routers, as well as coolers for cooling and heating drinking water.

The company’s models of Tolkun smart LCD TVs – 32 and 42 inches diagonal and Zemin – 55 inches have the appropriate interface, network utilities and are worthy competition to the world’s best analogues. Also, domestic manufacturers offer traffic lights and road signs powered by solar energy.

Täç hil IP demonstrates its products on the domestic market of synthetic detergents and disinfectants, cosmetics and perfumes. The company produces liquid foam soap, glass cleaners, air fresheners, stove cleaners, a new budget version of wet wipes, plastic bags and much more.

As part of the review, an advertising and awareness event was held, where new products manufactured by both the public and private sectors of Turkmenistan were presented.

There was also a presentation of fashion houses of the Ministry of Textile Industry and the Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs of the country. The display of new collections of Turkmen designers, embodying the primordial traditions of national costume and today’s decorative notes, will add bright colors to the exhibition forum.

In brief, the review that opened today affords a unique opportunity to trace trends and systematic work aimed at ensuring abundance in the domestic market.

Tomorrow the exhibition will continue its work. Upon completion, participants will be awarded corresponding diplomas.