President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov has sent a congratulatory message to the participants of the International Dance and Folklore Festival "Avaza – Land of Friendship", which is taking place in the National Tourist Zone "Avaza", as reported by TDH.

Dear Festival Participants!

Dear Friends!

I wholeheartedly congratulate you on the grand opening of the International Dance and Folklore Festival "Avaza – Land of Friendship", held in the National Tourist Zone "Avaza."

I am confident that this festival will serve to strengthen cultural bridges between Turkmenistan and countries worldwide, and to introduce the achievements of friendly nations in the field of dance and folklore art.

Dear Guests!

In the International Year of Peace and Trust, marked by the 30th anniversary of independent Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality, our country systematically hosts international festivals, concerts, and other cultural events. These events demonstrate the breadth and versatility of modern diplomacy, making a significant contribution to the triumph of the ideals of peace and unity on the planet, and the principles of mutual trust, friendship, and brotherhood among peoples.

This year, we are widely celebrating the 30th anniversary of permanent neutrality both domestically and abroad. Committed to its status of permanent neutrality, Turkmenistan consistently develops relations with states worldwide and authoritative international organizations. Today, the realization of the lofty goals and objectives stemming from the Fatherland's status of permanent neutrality plays an important role in strengthening peace and trust in the region and the world, and in further activating friendly and fraternal ties. The noble principles of our people, based on centuries of life experience, today serve the triumph of good traditions and meet common interests.

Dear Compatriots!

Dear Guests!

The rich cultural heritage and national values of the Turkmen people hold a worthy place in the treasury of world civilization. We are proud of the art and traditions created by our glorious ancestors over millennia.

The unique dance and folklore art of our people is widely known throughout the world. This art embodies the originality, traditions, and customs of the Turkmen people; it has become an adornment of the holidays widely celebrated in our Fatherland. Dance and folklore performances by cultural and art figures in our country and abroad are met with great joy and excitement. This is clear evidence of our people's immense respect for their culture and art.

The performances by masters of culture and art from Turkmenistan and other countries around the world at the International Dance and Folklore Festival "Avaza – Land of Friendship", taking place in the National Tourist Zone "Avaza", will become an ode to friendship, brotherhood, and unity, contributing to the rapprochement of cultures.

Dance and folklore art plays a special role in strengthening peace, friendship, and brotherhood, bringing kindness to human hearts and uniting people. The main goal of the international festival is to develop and further expand cooperation in the field of culture.

I am confident that the International Dance and Folklore Festival "Avaza – Land of Friendship" will contribute to the study and popularization of the cultural and spiritual values of the world's peoples, the exchange of experience between cultural and art figures, and the strengthening of creative ties.

Dear Festival Participants!

Once again, I sincerely congratulate you on the grand opening of the International Dance and Folklore Festival in the homeland of permanent neutrality, on the Turkmen coast of the Caspian Sea!

I wish you all good health, long life, and great success in your activities!

President of Turkmenistan

Serdar Berdimuhamedov.