President of Turkmenistan Meets with Malaysian Foreign Affairs Minister
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov recently welcomed the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Malaysia, Dato’ Seri Utama Haji Mohamad Bin Haji Hasan, in an important meeting held on September 10, 2024. The discussion between the two officials focused on the enhancement of bilateral relations between Turkmenistan and Malaysia.
During the meeting, Minister Haji Mohamad Bin Haji Hasan conveyed warm greetings from the leaders of Malaysia, including the 17th Sovereign Ruler Sultan Ibrahim Ibni Almarhum Sultan Iskandar and Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Bin Ibrahim. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov expressed his gratitude for the visit, considering it a significant step towards strengthening the partnership between the two countries.
Both Turkmenistan and Malaysia acknowledged their successful cooperation in various fields, including within international organizations such as the United Nations, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, and the Non-Aligned Movement. President Berdimuhamedov appreciated Malaysia’s support for Turkmenistan’s policy of positive neutrality and constructive international initiatives.
The meeting also highlighted the active collaboration between the two countries in the trade and economic sectors, with a particular focus on the oil and gas industry. The contribution of Malaysia’s “Petronas” company to joint projects in Turkmenistan was noted, emphasizing its role in resource production and the training of skilled specialists in the oil and gas sector.
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov underlined the importance of high-level visits in enhancing bilateral dialogue, mentioning his upcoming visit to Malaysia later in the year. He expressed optimism that the discussions during his visit would further strengthen the friendly relations between Turkmenistan and Malaysia.
In conclusion, both President Berdimuhamedov and Minister Haji Mohamad Bin Haji Hasan exchanged good wishes for health, prosperity, and success, reaffirming their commitment to advancing cooperation between their countries.
