ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, May 29. Political consultations between the delegations of Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan were held in Astana, where the development of bilateral cooperation was discussed, Trend reports.
According to the Turkmen Foreign Ministry, the meeting was headed by Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu.
During the talks, the sides noted the dynamic development of the Turkmen-Kazakh strategic partnership, and also exchanged views on key issues of bilateral cooperation, considering the level of political and diplomatic dialogue and the implementation of previously reached agreements, emphasizing the crucial role of high-level contacts to strengthen long-term cooperation.
The delegations noted the positive experience of working together within the framework of international and regional structures such as the UN, OIC, ECO, CIS and CA+ formats, and also stressed the intention to increase multilateral cooperation.
The parties discussed trade and economic cooperation, which has great potential, and the Intergovernmental Turkmen-Kazakh Commission's role in implementing joint projects in priority sectors like fuel and energy, transport and logistics, and industry.
At the end of the consultations, the ministers agreed to intensify cooperation between the foreign ministries, and also indicated interest in building partnerships in the cultural and humanitarian spheres, including science, education, and healthcare.
Meanwhile, Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan are actively developing cooperation in the economic and political spheres, which is reflected in an increase in trade turnover and the implementation of joint infrastructure projects such as transport and logistics corridors and energy projects.
The two countries also cooperate within the framework of international organizations such as the CIS and the UN, strengthening regional security and stability.