At the Cabinet of Ministers meeting held on October 17 under the chairmanship of President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, information was presented by Chairperson of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan Dunyagozel Gulmanova on the ongoing efforts to further modernize the country’s national legislation. This was reported by the State News Agency of Turkmenistan.

Work is underway to improve existing laws in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution and modern requirements, as well as to prepare new draft laws and introduce amendments and additions to a number of legislative acts. Currently, draft laws of Turkmenistan “On Electronic Commerce” and “On State Registration of Rights to Immovable Property” are being developed, while updates are also being made to the Customs Code, Criminal Code, Civil Procedure Code and other legal documents.

The meeting also highlighted the importance of international events held on October 7 in the Avaza National Tourist Zone. These included the International Women’s Dialogue “The Role of Women in Maintaining Peace and Achieving Sustainable Development”, the second international conference “Universal Health Coverage and Sustainable Development Goals”, and the international conference “Demographic Processes and Sustainable Development: Current Challenges and International Experience”. The forums addressed issues related to the role of women in ensuring peace and sustainable development, gender equality, healthcare, demographic development, and strengthening cooperation between legislative bodies.

President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized the importance of continuing the preparation of new draft laws that meet modern requirements and ensuring the consistent improvement of the national legislative system.