Aktau – 2025 Cultural Capital of the Turkic World: Mayor of Mangistau Meets TURKSOY General Secretary
the Mayor of Mangistau met with the General Secretary of TURKSOY, Sultan Raev, on April 2nd. The meeting underscored the fruitful collaboration between Kazakhstan and TURKSOY in recent years.
Particular emphasis was placed on the forthcoming events in 2025, as Aktau is set to be honored with the prestigious title of the cultural capital of the Turkic world. The press service of the Mangistau region administration relayed this vital information.
During the meeting, Nurlan Nogayev, the head of the region, along with Akim of Aktau, Ulykbek Tnaliev, presented the preliminary plan of activities for 2025. The envisioned events aim to bring together member countries of TURKSOY on the picturesque shores of the Caspian Sea to foster friendship, cooperation, and cultural exchange.
Ulykbek Tnaliev expressed enthusiasm about the upcoming cultural extravaganza, highlighting plans for a diverse array of activities including concerts, exhibitions, festivals, and sports competitions. The goal is to showcase the rich cultural heritage of Turkic-speaking nations and foster greater camaraderie among peoples.
Sultan Raev echoed the sentiment, emphasizing that Aktau’s selection as the cultural capital of the Turkic world was not arbitrary. He lauded Mangistau’s unique cultural and historical significance, emphasizing the region’s sacred sites.
For Nurlan Nogayev, the event holds immense pride for the region, offering an opportunity to showcase hospitality and cultural heritage on a global stage. He reiterated the region’s readiness to welcome guests and facilitate meaningful exchanges between Turkic-speaking peoples.
TURKSOY, established in 1993, serves as a vital platform for preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of Turkic peoples worldwide. Through collaboration and cooperation, the organization endeavors to ensure the preservation and transmission of shared cultural treasures to future generations.
