On December 25, 2024, the presentation of the collection of selected works of Magtymguly Fragi published in Chinese was held the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan.
The event was attended by representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, heads and representatives of diplomatic missions and representative offices of international organizations accredited in Turkmenistan, heads of diplomatic missions and consular offices of Turkmenistan abroad, faculty members and students of the Institute, as well as mass media representatives.
The Rector of the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Gulshat Yusupova, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to Turkmenistan Qian Naicheng, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to the People’s Republic of China Parahat Durdyev, as well as teachers of the Institute gave speeches at the presentation. Also during the event, the addresses of the scientific and public figures of China were heard via videoconference.
Speaking at the presentation, Ambassador of China to Turkmenistan Qian Naicheng emphasized the importance of the new edition in the context of strengthening the Turkmen-Chinese cultural and humanitarian dialog.
It was noted, that through the translation of selected works of the great poet into Chinese, the wide audience of readers of China has gained an opportunity to get acquainted with the works of the outstanding poet, whose rich multifaceted poetic heritage reflects the philosophy of life of Turkmen people, their wise customs and traditions, high spiritual and moral values, as well as vision for a strong flourishing state.
The participants of the presentation emphasized that in spite of the fact that centuries have passed, Magtymguly’s works still sound anew today, his creativity awakens interest and gains admirers far beyond the borders of Turkmenistan. The poems of the poet and thinker serve as a guide of love for the Motherland, humanism, peace, friendship, solidarity, mutual trust and respect between cultures and peoples.
At the end of the presentation, the participants reiterated that today the poetry of Magtymguly Fragi has gained a new dynamism, became an envoy of goodwill of the Turkmen people for the development of friendly, good-neighborly relations with the peoples of the world, and strengthening international humanitarian ties.
