Oil workers in the Balkan region celebrated their professional holiday
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The Oil Workers' Cultural Center of the State Concern “Turkmennebit” in Balkanabat hosted a highly organized celebration of Oil, Gas, and Geology Workers' Day, according to the website "Turkmenistan: Golden Age."
Leading specialists, engineers, and technical workers in the oil and gas sector, heads of relevant organizations, industry veterans, and representatives of public organizations participated in the celebration.
A particularly emotional uplift was provided by an address from President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov to workers in the country's oil, gas, and geology industry.
In their speeches, the event's participants emphasized the strategic importance of the large-scale reforms and initiatives initiated by the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Hero-Arkadag, and successfully implemented today under the leadership of Hero Arkadagly Serdar.
The consistent state policy aimed at modernizing and diversifying the fuel and energy sector, as well as strengthening its international competitiveness, was noted.
During the celebration, the best workers in the industry were presented with valuable gifts on behalf of the President of the country, recognizing their dedicated work and contribution to the development of the national economy.
A rich cultural program enhanced the festive atmosphere. Musical and vocal works performed by masters of the arts were dedicated to the Motherland, its natural resources, the unity and courage of the Turkmen people, and the International Year of Peace and Trust. Vibrant performances by dance and folk groups added a special touch of solemnity to the event and underscored the significance of this professional holiday.
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