An international scientific and practical conference dedicated to the Akhal-Teke horse breed was held in the Kingdom of the Netherlands as part of the World Equestrian Championships and the Akhal-Teke Beauty Contest. A delegation from Turkmenistan, led by national leader Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, participated, along with scientists and horse breeding experts from more than 20 countries, Turkmenportal.tm reported.
Participants discussed the breed's history, breeding practices, genetic conservation, and prospects for the development of Akhal-Teke horse breeding. The Turkmen side emphasized that these "paradise" horses have occupied a special place in the history and culture of the people for centuries, symbolizing beauty, perfection, endurance, and loyalty.
For Turkmenistan, hosting such an event in Europe has not only professional but also important cultural and diplomatic significance. The Akhal-Teke horse is one of the country's main national symbols, and international attention to the breed promotes Turkmen cultural heritage and strengthens the country's international standing.
The combination of a scientific conference with sporting competitions and a horse beauty contest is particularly significant. The Akhal-Teke breed is presented simultaneously as an object of scientific study, athletic excellence, and a unique cultural heritage.
Turkmenistan's national leader, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, has repeatedly emphasized the special significance of Akhal-Teke horses for the country's history and spiritual culture, noting the need to preserve their unique qualities and pass this heritage on to future generations.
Turkmen horse breeders are also gaining international recognition for the breed, whose horses win awards at prestigious exhibitions, contests, and competitions. These achievements have significance far beyond athletic performance, increasing the recognition of the Akhal-Teke breed and national horse breeding.
The conference was attended by representatives of the International Equestrian Federation, French scientific and sports organizations, the National Museum of Nature and History of France, as well as specialized organizations from the United States and Austria.
Thus, the conference in the Netherlands became an important international platform for promoting the Akhal-Teke horse as a unique heritage of Turkmenistan. For a country that links its national identity to the centuries-old culture of horse breeding, such events allow it to combine traditions with modern scientific approaches and strengthen the position of the Akhal-Teke breed on the global stage.
CentralasianLIGHT.org
September 7, 2026