The President of Turkmenistan held an extended visiting session of the Security Council

Turkmenistan held an enlarged session of the State Security Council chaired by Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov on Tuesday. It summarized the work of military and law enforcement agencies in 2023 and discussed issues of strengthening the country's defense capacity. About it reported State news agency of Turkmenistan.

The Defense Minister reported on measures to modernize the army and introduce digital technologies into the troops. The head of state emphasized the importance of continuing military reform and increasing the professionalism of servicemen.

In addition, there were personnel reshuffles at the meeting. Prosecutor General S. Myalikgulyev was dismissed from his post. Begmurat Mukhamedov was appointed in his place. The heads of law enforcement agencies reported on the results of work for the past year.

The President gave instructions to further strengthen the country's defense potential, develop IT in the law enforcement agencies and increase efficiency in the fight against crime. A number of leaders were awarded new special and military ranks.