Foreign Ministers of Turkmenistan and Russia Discuss Multilateral Cooperation Strategies

Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and Foreign Minister of Russia Sergey Lavrov held a telephone conversation on February 14, 2025, to discuss cooperation in bilateral and multilateral formats, particularly within the framework of the United Nations and the Commonwealth of Independent States. During the conversation, the ministers emphasized the significance of the International Year of Peace and Trust, reviewing the planned events for the year involving both countries, including activities on the UN platform, as reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The parties also discussed the importance of developing cultural and humanitarian ties between Turkmenistan and Russia. In conclusion, the ministers mutually agreed to enhance cooperation through scheduled bilateral visits and ongoing consultations.