In a significant step to strengthen diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties, Mongolia and Turkmenistan signed 14 bilateral agreements during the state visit of Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedow to Ulaanbaatar on June 1–2, at the invitation of Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa.
The visit marked a new chapter in Mongolia–Turkmenistan relations, with the two sides affirming their commitment to expanded cooperation across key sectors including trade, transport, education, culture, and science.
Key Agreements Signed
- Joint Declaration on Bilateral Cooperation – Signed by the two presidents, this document outlines a shared vision for enhancing political dialogue and cooperation in economy, logistics, agriculture, and environmental protection.
- Intergovernmental Agreement on Establishing a Joint Commission – The commission will convene biennially to discuss partnerships in trade, science, education, and agriculture.
- General Agreement on Economic Cooperation – Aimed at strengthening ties in energy, infrastructure, light industry, tourism, and support for joint programs and business links.
- Medium-Term Program on Trade and Investment (2026–2028) – Focused on expanding value-added exports, SME cooperation, and joint infrastructure development in sectors like agro-processing and construction.
- Program of Cooperation Between Foreign Ministries (2026–2027) – To enhance diplomatic coordination on regional and international issues.
- MoU on Light Industry – Establishes collaboration in textiles and garment production, leveraging Turkmenistan’s advanced manufacturing base.
- Agreement on Educational Cooperation – Includes mutual scholarships, degree recognition, and academic exchange programs.
- Sister-City Agreement Between Ulaanbaatar and Ashgabat – Facilitates cooperation in innovation, trade, science, culture, tourism, and official exchanges.
- MoU Between National Academies of Sciences – Promotes joint work in research, innovation, and scientific events.
- MoU Between National Museums – Focused on artifact restoration, staff training, and cultural promotion.
- MoU on Broadcasting Cooperation – The two nations’ public broadcasters will exchange content, co-produce media, and run journalist training programs.
- MoU Between Medical Universities – Facilitates cooperation in education and health services.
- MoU Between Political Science Institutes – Promotes joint academic activities, research on international affairs, and faculty exchange.
- MoU Between National News Agencies (MONTSAME and TDH) – Enhances news sharing, journalist exchanges, and joint media initiatives.
Strategic Significance
These agreements demonstrate a broad and strategic engagement between Mongolia and Turkmenistan, two landlocked Central Asian countries seeking to enhance regional connectivity, economic diversification, and cultural exchange.
The emphasis on education, science, and media signals a long-term commitment to people-to-people diplomacy, while trade and infrastructure-focused agreements aim to unlock economic opportunities in energy and logistics.
The state visit and resulting accords reflect growing regional efforts to build south-south partnerships, as both countries balance regional diplomacy and domestic development goals in a shifting geopolitical landscape.
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