President of Turkmenistan Chairs State Security Council Meeting

On November 3, President of Turkmenistan and Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the country's Armed Forces, Army General Serdar Berdimuhamedov, chaired a meeting of the State Security Council. The meeting reviewed the results of work carried out by the country's military and law enforcement agencies during the first ten months of the year. A number of issues relating to ensuring security and stability in the independent state, strengthening the material and technical resources of military and law enforcement bodies, and further improving their operations were also discussed.

Secretary of the State Security Council and Minister of Defense B. Gundogdyyev was the first to deliver a report. He reported on the work carried out during the first ten months of the year to strengthen the country's defense capabilities within the framework of the Armed Forces Development Program of Turkmenistan. He also briefed the meeting on the ongoing military conscription campaign, measures taken to improve the professional qualifications of military personnel, and the results of the ceremonial military parade held to mark the 35th anniversary of Turkmenistan's independence.

The Secretary of the State Security Council and Minister of Defense also once again expressed gratitude on behalf of all military personnel for the recent inauguration and commissioning of a new complex of buildings and facilities at a military unit of the Armed Forces of Turkmenistan, attended by the Supreme Commander-in-Chief. After hearing the report, the President instructed officials to continue efforts to further develop the Armed Forces, strengthen their material and technical resources, and improve the service and living conditions of military personnel.

Prosecutor General B. Muhamedov reported on the work carried out since the beginning of the year, particularly the results of prosecutorial oversight of compliance with legislative acts and implementation of the department's development program. After hearing the report, the President of Turkmenistan emphasized the need to continue prosecutorial supervision of compliance with laws and legal acts and to protect the interests of society and the state. He issued specific instructions in this regard.

Minister of Internal Affairs M. Hydyrov then reported on the results of his department's work during the reporting period, including measures taken to maintain public order, ensure compliance with fire safety regulations, and prevent road traffic accidents. After hearing the report, the Head of State stressed the importance of ensuring proper compliance with public order requirements, traffic rules, and fire safety regulations. He also instructed officials to conduct public awareness activities in these areas.

Chairman of the Supreme Court B. Hojamgulyyev reported on the implementation of tasks outlined in the relevant development program for January through October, as well as measures to further improve the department's operations, introduce advanced practices, and enhance the professional qualifications of judicial personnel. After hearing the report, the President of Turkmenistan emphasized the importance of continuing effective work to protect citizens' rights and the interests of the state and society. He gave the Chairman of the Supreme Court a number of specific instructions.

Minister of National Security D. Meredov then reported on the work carried out during the first ten months of the year to protect the state's national interests and maintain stability in the country. After hearing the report, the Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Turkmenistan gave the Minister specific instructions to continue efforts aimed at protecting the national interests of the state.

Head of the State Border Service I. Ilamanov reported on the work carried out from January to October to protect the country's borders, strengthen the material and technical resources of border units, and further improve the service conditions and living standards of military personnel. After hearing the report, the President of Turkmenistan noted that the country's state border is a border of friendship and brotherhood. He instructed officials to keep under review efforts to improve the work of border troops, strengthen their material and technical resources, and enhance the service and living conditions of border guards.

Minister of Justice M. Taganov then reported on the work undertaken by his department during the first ten months of the year, including measures to improve the national legal framework, introduce advanced practices, and raise the professional qualifications of employees. After hearing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov stressed the need to continue improving the national legal system in accordance with international standards and gave the Minister specific instructions.

Head of the State Customs Service M. Hudaykulyyev reported on the results of work carried out from January to October as part of the implementation of the department's development program. In particular, he outlined measures to improve customs procedures through the introduction of advanced technologies and to strengthen the service's material and technical resources. After hearing the report, the Supreme Commander-in-Chief emphasized the importance of further improving customs operations and introducing modern working methods, giving the Head of the Service a number of specific instructions.

Head of the State Migration Service A. Sazakov reported on activities undertaken during the reporting period, including measures to improve the department's efficiency and introduce advanced practices. After hearing the report, the President of Turkmenistan noted that the continuous improvement of migration operations and the quality of services provided is an essential requirement today. He gave the Head of the Service a number of specific instructions in this regard.

Addressing the members of the State Security Council, the Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces noted that, in accordance with the requirements of the country's defense-oriented Military Doctrine, consistent measures are being implemented to ensure the security and territorial integrity of the independent and permanently neutral state, strengthen national defense capabilities, and further improve the living conditions of defenders of the Motherland and their families. The President stressed that efforts in these areas would continue.

The State Security Council meeting also considered a number of other issues, and appropriate decisions were adopted. At the conclusion of the meeting, President of Turkmenistan and Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Army General Serdar Berdimuhamedov, wished the participants good health and great success in their responsible service for the peaceful and happy life of the people.

Source: State News Agency of Turkmenistan