Turkmenistan and Qatar Step Up Economic Partnership and Preparations for High-Level Meetings
A round of political consultations between the foreign ministries of Turkmenistan and the State of Qatar took place in Ashgabat. The talks were held between the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Ahmet Gurbanov, and the Qatari Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Sultan bin Saad Al-Muraikhi.
The primary topics of discussion included the organization of mutual visits at the highest and high levels, the strengthening of the legal framework for bilateral relations, and the coordination of efforts within the United Nations. The diplomats reaffirmed the commitment of both Ashgabat and Doha to the principles of preventive diplomacy, mutual respect, and the consideration of each other’s national interests.
The economic agenda covered prospects for launching joint investment projects. The two sides agreed to intensify the work of the Joint Intergovernmental Commission and to organize a series of business forums to facilitate direct contact between the business communities. Priority areas for cooperation include energy, digitalization, and tourism, as well as the hosting of reciprocal "Days of Culture" and the expansion of academic exchanges.
