Political Consultations Between Turkmenistan and Latvia Held in Riga
Turkmen-Latvian political consultations took place in Riga
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Akhmet Gurbanov, recently visited Riga for Turkmen-Latvian political consultations with Deputy State Secretary of the Latvian Republic, Ivars Lasis. The meeting on March 26, 2025, aimed to discuss various issues and opportunities for cooperation between the two countries.
One of the main points of discussion was the development of trade and economic relations between Turkmenistan and Latvia. Both parties acknowledged the importance of holding regular meetings, business forums, and exhibitions to strengthen ties between their business communities. They also explored the potential for Latvia to share its expertise in Turkmenistan’s process of joining the World Trade Organization (WTO).
Furthermore, the officials highlighted the need to enhance the work of the intergovernmental Turkmen-Latvian commission on economic, industrial, scientific, and technical cooperation. They exchanged ideas on expanding collaboration in transportation and high-tech sectors.
The diplomats also emphasized the significance of improving the legal framework for bilateral relations and expressed mutual interest in fostering inter-parliamentary exchanges.
Overall, the Turkmen-Latvian political consultations in Riga served as a platform to discuss the current state and future prospects of cooperation between Turkmenistan and Latvia, both bilaterally and within international frameworks. It showcased a commitment from both sides to strengthen their ties and explore new avenues for partnership.
