On September 18, 2024, an official reception was held in Ashgabat on the occasion of the 33rd anniversary of the State Independence Day of the Republic of Tajikistan.
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Tajikistan to Turkmenistan Niyatbekzoda Vafo noted in his speech that today the Republic of Tajikistan is not only a country with a rich cultural heritage and unique traditions, but also a dynamically developing state that strives for prosperity and stability.
Over the past 33 years, the people of Tajikistan, under the wise leadership of the The Founder of Peace and National Unity — Leader of Nation, the President of the Republic of Tajikistan H.E Emomali Rahmon, have made significant steps forward in the field of social and economic development, strengthening the country's domestic and foreign policy.
During the speech, the achievements of the period of independence and the significant contribution of Tajikistan under the leadership of the Leader of Nation to solving global problems, especially those related to climate and water were emphasized. The steady expansion of bilateral relations of the Republic of Tajikistan with Turkmenistan and its prospects were also mentioned.
As part of the event, an exhibition was organized that presented the country's tourism opportunities, books by the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, folk crafts such as national clothing, handicrafts, "chakan" embroidery, samples of spinning and weaving, national fine art, national stone and wood products, samples of national knives, etc.