Officials from Turkmenistan and the Republic of Türkiye held comprehensive consultations at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan today, reaffirming their commitment to deepening bilateral ties across political, diplomatic, economic, and cultural spheres.
Officials from Turkmenistan and the Republic of Türkiye held comprehensive consultations at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan today, reaffirming their commitment to deepening bilateral ties across political, diplomatic, economic, and cultural spheres.
Turkmenistan and the Republic of Türkiye held comprehensive consultations at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan today, underscoring the strong and dynamically developing interstate relations between the two nations. The discussions involved officials at various levels, focusing on enhancing cooperation across a wide spectrum of areas.
The consultations saw engagement at the level of heads of structural divisions of the Ministries of Foreign Affairs. The Turkmen delegation was led by the head of the Department of Middle East countries at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, while the Turkish side was headed by Mr. Togan Oral, Head of the General Directorate for Central Asia and the Organisation of Turkic States at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye.
Additionally, a separate meeting was held between Turkmenistan's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ahmet Gurbanov, and Mr. Togan Oral, further emphasising the high-level commitment to strengthening bilateral bonds.
Throughout the meetings, both parties expressed deep satisfaction with the traditionally high level of cooperation. They acknowledged that regular high-level contacts and consultations between their respective foreign policy agencies are crucial for advancing bilateral relations.
A wide array of issues was deliberated, including the further development of political and diplomatic ties, the expansion of inter-parliamentary cooperation, and the strengthening of the legal framework governing their partnership. Both Turkmenistan and Türkiye reaffirmed the significant importance they attach to both bilateral cooperation and collaborative efforts within international and regional structures.
Economic cooperation featured prominently in the discussions. The parties highlighted the vital role of the Intergovernmental Turkmen-Turkish Commission on Economic Cooperation and the Turkmen-Turkish Business Council in expanding economic activities. Specific areas of partnership explored included trade, energy, construction, industrial cooperation, and transport.
Beyond economic matters, interest was also expressed in fostering cultural dialogue and strengthening partnerships in science, education, sports, and healthcare, signalling a holistic approach to their bilateral relationship.
The comprehensive nature of today's consultations reflects the shared commitment of Turkmenistan and the Republic of Türkiye to deepen their multifaceted partnership, ensuring continued progress and mutual benefit for both nations.
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