Implementation of digital technologies is the path to innovative development of the economy of Turkmenistan

At the regular meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers held on June 14, the President of Turkmenistan emphasized that advanced technologies are being introduced in the country, effective measures are being taken to transition to a digital economy and its development. With impressive resource and economic potential, independent neutral Turkmenistan under the leadership of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov continues to confidently advance along the path of progressive innovative development. At the same time, special importance is attached to the transfer of the national economy, all its sectors to a digital platform as an integral factor in the further modernization of the national economic complex, increasing its efficiency. In this direction, our country is implementing the Concept, designed until 2025, which is a Roadmap for the technological transformation of all sectors and their public administration, the formation of a knowledge economy based on the enormous resource and production potential of the country, organically integrating into the adopted state programs and long-term plans for the future. The legal framework governing the telecommunications sector of Turkmenistan is being systematically improved in accordance with the realities of the time and in the context of the state policy pursued by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov. In recent years, the Laws of Turkmenistan "On Communications", "On Legal Regulation of the Development of the Internet and the Provision of Internet Services in Turkmenistan", "On Information and Its Protection", "On Electronic Government", "On Cybersecurity", "On Electronic Documents, Electronic Document Management and Digital Services", "On Space Activities", "On the Radio Frequency Spectrum", "On Courier Communications", etc. have been adopted. Today, the process of introducing the latest digital solutions and information and communication developments that meet international standards into the national telecommunications system continues successfully. Consistent work is being carried out to create and provide the population with a qualitatively updated and competitive communication service. Significant funds are being invested in the formation and improvement of the specialized cluster. Fundamental scientific and technical reforms and major projects are being implemented through the systematic improvement of the structural, material, technical and legal bases of the digital system. The scale of application of digital, information and communication and "green" technologies is evidenced by the city of Arkadag, built on the basis of the "smart city" concept, which is a synthesis of the best traditions of national architecture and modern design trends. Thoughtful urban infrastructure, fully compliant with international standards, including in the field of ecology, provides a comfortable and favorable living environment for the population. As reported at the above-mentioned Government meeting, the introduction of innovative technologies and digital solutions in the city of Arkadag, built in the foothills of the Kopetdag Mountains on the initiative of the National Leader of the Turkmen people and as a result of the unprecedented efforts of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, contributed to the creation of "smart city" and "smart home" systems, remote management of these services, and increased reliability from cyber threats. It was noted that the use of innovations and modern technologies is also envisaged in the construction of Ashgabat City. It is an indisputable fact that today digitalization is the key to solving the priority tasks of sustainable development. The digital technology market is one of the fastest growing and most popular employment sectors in the world, especially among young people. Having firmly entered our daily lives, advanced technologies are transforming the ways of communication and work organization, forms of education and leisure. Studying and implementing advanced world experience and progressive practices, Turkmenistan has set the goal of developing its own digital model based not only on the import of ready-made solutions and know-how, but also on its scientific, technological and intellectual potential.

25.06.2024