The Presidents of Mongolia and Turkmenistan met in Mongolia to deepen their countries’ cooperation. Invited by President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa, President Serdar Berdimuhamedow paid a State Visit to Mongolia. This marked a significant step toward expanding bilateral relations.During their official talks, the two leaders reviewed 30 years of friendship and cooperation. They expressed enthusiasm about building on their past achievements. Additionally, they discussed promising new areas for partnership, particularly those with strong economic potential.
President Khurelsukh emphasized Mongolia’s goal to enhance friendly relations with Central Asian nations, especially Turkmenistan. He voiced his commitment to broadening cooperation across all sectors. The Mongolian leader also expressed confidence that their recent reciprocal State Visits would strengthen ties and peace between their peoples.Similarly, President Serdar Berdimuhamedow shared his pleasure at visiting Mongolia for the first time. He highlighted the progress made since President Khurelsukh’s visit to Turkmenistan. Moreover, he noted that many agreements signed in Ashgabat are now becoming tangible projects.
Both Presidents agreed to solidify the legal framework that supports their partnership. They planned to boost collaboration in trade, economy, science, education, culture, and health. They also praised recent intergovernmental and inter-agency agreements as a solid foundation for cooperation.Importantly, they welcomed the creation of the “Mongolia-Turkmenistan Intergovernmental Commission for Bilateral Cooperation.” This commission will serve as a key mechanism for advancing economic cooperation between the two nations.
Furthermore, the leaders stressed the value of forming joint committees on road transport, agriculture, veterinary medicine, and animal husbandry. These committees aim to enhance cooperation and open new trade and logistics routes. Finally, both Presidents reaffirmed their dedication to working together on environmental issues. They will cooperate on protecting forests, water resources, and combating climate change and desertification. Mongolia also thanked Turkmenistan for joining the “Multilateral Agreement for the Establishment of an International Think Tank for Landlocked Developing Countries,” which Mongolia initiated.
Overall, the Presidents pledged to support landlocked developing countries by sharing experiences and crafting effective development policies. This visit clearly marked a new chapter in Mongolia-Turkmenistan relations, centered on strong cooperation and mutual growth.
