Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Ilham Aliyev Outline Cooperation Priorities
On October 8, a meeting took place in the city of Turkmenbashi (Avaza) between President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, and President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev. During the talks, the heads of state discussed a wide range of issues regarding bilateral and regional cooperation.
The parties noted with satisfaction the active political dialogue between the two countries. Five high-level visits have taken place since last year, serving as a clear indicator of the intensity of bilateral ties. Mention was made of President Ilham Aliyev’s visit to Turkmenistan, as well as the visits to Azerbaijan by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and the Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov.
The discussion focused on prospects for expanding cooperation in the political, economic, transport, transit, logistics, cultural, and humanitarian spheres. Issues concerning the Caspian Sea and cooperation within international organizations were also addressed.
Particular attention was paid to the agenda of the 8th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Azerbaijan and Central Asia. President Ilham Aliyev noted the high level of the event's organization and emphasized its significance for further strengthening the partnership among the countries of the region.
In November of last year, Azerbaijan became a full participant in the format of Consultative Meetings of the Heads of State of Central Asia. This initiative was put forward by Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, and received unanimous support from the countries of the region.
President Ilham Aliyev once again expressed his appreciation for this decision. Following the meeting, the heads of state exchanged views on prospects for the development of bilateral cooperation and on other issues of mutual interest.
