EU Delegation to Turkmenistan Hosts "Winter Cup-2024" Intellectual Tournament

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The European Union Delegation to Turkmenistan successfully hosted its fourth annual intellectual tournament, the "Winter Cup-2024," in Ashgabat, marking Human Rights Day. The event saw active participation from individuals across Ashgabat and other regions of Turkmenistan, fostering a vibrant exchange of ideas and knowledge, The Caspian Post reports citing the official website of the European Union. 

The “Winter Cup-2024” challenged 42 teams—comprising approximately 300 participants—to demonstrate their intellect, critical thinking and analytical skills. Teams included school and university students, professionals from the private and public sectors, and media representatives. The competition was conducted in both Turkmen and Russian, ensuring inclusivity and wider participation. The rules of the tournament required teams to find the correct answer to a posed question within one minute, demonstrating their logic, quick thinking, and teamwork skills.

The winning team, “Triumph”, comprised students and alumni of the Magtymguly Turkmen State University. Second place was awarded to “Galileo”, while the team “Closed Event” claimed third place.

This annual tournament is more than just a competition. It reflects the EU Delegation’s dedication to promoting human rights and cultivating a spirit of dialogue, inclusivity, and lifelong learning. The event also offered participants a valuable opportunity to deepen their understanding of the European Union’s rich culture, history, and traditions. Events like the “Winter Cup-2024” demonstrate the EU’s commitment to strengthening people-to-people connections and celebrating the importance of human rights, education, and cultural exchange.