Turkmen people greeted the 30th anniversary of the sacred independence of
Turkmenistan with special enthusiasm in the spirit of unity and cohesion. This
anniversary year, proclaimed as the International Year of Peace and Trust at the
an initiative of Turkmenistan has added new glorious pages to the historical record of
Independent Neutral Turkmenistan.
The main celebration of the glorious 30th anniversary of independence was the
festive parade held on September 27, in the Complex of the State Tribune, which
was commissioned on the eve of the Independence Day of Turkmenistan.
The decoration of the current anniversary military parade was the march around
the square of a group of horsemen – military servicemen on the “heavenly” Akhal-
Teke horses which for centuries have been full participants of the national
celebrations. Horses were at all times faithful friends and companions of
Turkmens.
The center of the celebrations, held on September 28, was the International Akhal-
Teke Equestrian Complex, which is not only an arena for equestrian competitions,
but also a center of popularization and development of beloved national sport.
At the end of the festive races, having congratulated the winners, Leader of the
Nation together with everyone else watched an air show with the participation of
our brave military pilots.
A group of military aircraft driven by Turkmen pilots appeared in the sky over the
International Akhal-Teke Equestrian Complex and demonstrated brilliant skills in
aerobatics. In honor of the main holiday of the country, salutes were given, which
added to the feeling of pride among those present for the prosperous Independent
Neutral Motherland.
These show flights of military pilots were a kind of manifestation of the centuries-
the old glory of Akhal-Teke horses praised for their outstanding qualities by such
epithets as “heavenly” horses and winged “steeds”.
Akhal-Teke horses still play a big role in the life of the nation, only now their
the mission is to ennoble their wonderful harmony, bring a healthy, strong spirit, strive
for perfection, affirm lofty ideals, and strengthen the sense of pride in our beloved
Motherland.
