Jalpa Ratna, the UNICEF Representative in Turkmenistan, met with Minister of Education J. Gurbangeldyev on February 17 to discuss the strategic roadmap for bilateral cooperation over the next five years. The meeting focused on aligning the 2026–2030 agenda with national development goals, Turkmenportal.com reports via the Ministry of Education.
The dialogue centered on several critical pillars of the upcoming partnership:
- Early Childhood Development (ECD): Progress on the drafting of the National Strategy for ECD.
- Inclusive Education: Expanding pilot initiatives to ensure broader access for children with diverse needs.
- Climate Resilience: Integrating disaster risk reduction and environmental sustainability into the national education system.
The parties reviewed the status of ongoing and upcoming initiatives, including:
- Primary Education Readiness: The implementation of a pilot preparatory program currently active in 55 schools nationwide.
- "Green School" Program: Continuing the successful execution of environmental education projects to foster climate awareness among youth.
- Technical Coordination: Both sides confirmed their readiness for close coordination across all stages of these joint initiatives.
CentralasianLIGHT.org
February 18, 2026