A CONVERSATION WITH THE REPRESENTATIVE OF FRANCE
On May 12, 2026, the International Scientific-Practical Conference titled “Foreign Policy and Diplomacy of Turkmenistan: Cooperation for Peace, Safety, and Sustainable Development” commenced at the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The hybrid-format event brought together scientists, diplomats, and experts from various corners of the world.
Within the framework of this large-scale international forum, Head of the Department of Social Sciences, Ogulgurban Ezimova, held a meeting with a renowned archaeologist and historian from the French Republic, Julio Bendezu-Sarmiento. During the conversation, the parties exchanged detailed views on scientific cooperation, historical heritage, and modern methods of educating students.
During the conversation, the French scholar Julio Bendezu-Sarmiento emphasized the vital role and importance of archaeology in studying human history, cultural heritage, and ancient traditions and customs. Noting that Turkmenistan is a land of rich historical monuments and ancient civilizations, he highly praised the scientific potential and the work carried out by higher education institutions, particularly our institute, in the in-depth study of these values.
The guest confirmed his readiness to continue mutual exchange of experience in future research projects, specifically in the joint study of historical and cultural heritage.
Begmuhammet ORAZOV,
the 3rd year student of the faculty of International law
of the Institute of International Relations
of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan