Today, a concert featuring cultural figures and artists was held at the «Mejlisler Merkezi» Congress Centre in Ashgabat, with the participation of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, to mark the 34th anniversary of Turkmenistan's independence.

Members of the government, heads of diplomatic missions and international organisations accredited in Turkmenistan, honorary elders, representatives of ministries and agencies, academic and creative intellectuals, universities and media, and students participated in the event, which honours the country's sacred independence. Numerous foreign guests also attended the event, having arrived in Ashgabat to participate in the festive celebrations.

The concert program featured a variety of genres and premieres, reflecting the country's achievements over the years of independence for the benefit of ensuring a happy life for the Turkmen people. In their performances, cultural figures and artists expressed their gratitude to Hero Arkadag and Arkadagly Hero Serdar for the large-scale reforms they are implementing through music, song, and dance.

Independence Day is the main national holiday, symbolizing the birth of the sovereign Turkmen state. Today, Turkmenistan is known internationally as a peacemaker, pursuing fruitful international cooperation for global sustainable development.

In the life of every nation, there are truly fateful periods that mark the beginning of the new epoch in the country's history. Thus, the era of the Revival of the new epoch of the powerful state, marked by great reforms initiated by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty (People's Council), Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, and consistently implemented under the leadership of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, has become a period of prosperity for an independent, neutral Turkmenistan, striving for the heights of progress and prosperity.

A festive atmosphere reigns on the decorated stage of the «Mejlisler Merkezi» Congress Centre. Those gathered are filled with inspiration, joy, happiness, and pride for the Fatherland and our people, who are celebrating Independence Day with new labour victories and creative successes.

As is well known, national holidays and celebrations of the Fatherland are celebrated with the participation of accomplished and young performers, musical folklore, and dance groups. This is a wonderful opportunity to demonstrate the unbreakable spiritual connection between times and generations, enrich our culture, discover new talents, and highlight important events in the life of the country. The numerous spectators gathered here today are witnesses to this.

The festive concert opened with patriotic songs and compositions dedicated to Hero Arkadag and Arkadagly Hero Serdar, as well as glorifying the tremendous successes achieved during the years of the country's independence.

The musical performances enhanced the festive event and became a symbol of the Motherland's prosperity. This year's celebration, held during the International Year of Peace and Trust, showcased the rich creative potential of Turkmen art and the diversity of its genres.

All the performances were united by a common theme: an independent Fatherland, the beauty of our native land, eternal universal values, and national unity.

Renowned creative groups, soloists, stars of the Turkmen pop scene, and folk ensembles showcased their talent in all their diversity. Participation in the State Concert on such a significant day was the highest recognition of the artists' talent.

The warmth, sincerity, and masterful performance they bestowed upon the audience resonated strongly in the hall, and the use of modern audio-visual technology added a special touch to the festive event.

The wonderful performances of musicians and renowned folk and pop singers reflected the achievements of the Turkmen state in the era of the Revival of the new epoch of the powerful state, and the unity of the people.

The audience was particularly enthusiastic about the song dedicated to the unique «smart» city of Arkadag, which is unique in the region. It was met with prolonged applause from the audience, who were left with an unforgettable experience.

The joy and enthusiasm that permeated the hall vividly demonstrated the pride and happiness of the Turkmen people, who were celebrating this great holiday with new labour victories.

The song «Ak şäherim Aşgabat», written with lyrics by Hero Arkadag and music by Kerim Berdimuhamedov, delighted the audience. Performed by masters of the arts and accompanied by renowned dance companies, this piece underscored the significance and solemnity of the holiday and became an anthem for the capital of independent, neutral Turkmenistan, rightfully considered the pearl of Asia.

Vibrant musical and dance performances added unique moments to the concert program, imbued it with the creative energy of creativity, and symbolically marked significant events in the life of independent Turkmenistan and society.

Patriotic songs sang throughout the festive event, extolling the achievements of our great epoch, which have written glorious pages in the modern history of our Fatherland.

The performances of artists, dedicated to the unity and happy life of our people, reflected their immense creative power, thanks to which our sovereign Motherland has achieved high rates of comprehensive development. The intensification of political life, economic successes, and socio-cultural transformations during the period of independence have raised the people's standard of living and strengthened the power and sovereignty of our peacekeeping state.

The festive concert concluded with the wonderful song «Garaşsyz Diýarly, Arkadagly Serdarly baky bagtyýar türkmen!» performed by all the performers. This inspiring work, imbued with profound meaning, demonstrated the great pride of the Turkmen people for their beloved Fatherland, which is striving forward along the path of peace, progress, and creation.