Turkmenistan Delegation Joins SCO Heads of Government Meeting
The delegation of Turkmenistan recently participated in the meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in Pakistan. Led by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Rashid Meredov, the Turkmen delegation highlighted the potential for enhancing cooperation with the SCO.
During the meeting, the Turkmen side emphasized the need to revitalize cooperation in areas such as transport, communications, energy, trade, and investment. They particularly highlighted the importance of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project as a promising joint initiative.
The delegation also underlined the significance of the North-South transport corridor along the Caspian Sea’s eastern coast, which provides access to Iran and India for enhanced transport and logistics cooperation.
In addition to economic ties, the delegation discussed opportunities for increasing trade turnover and fostering closer ties between business communities. Cultural and humanitarian connections were also emphasized, with the Minister expressing gratitude to SCO countries for their participation in a recent International Forum in Ashgabat dedicated to Turkmen literature and philosophy.
Overall, the Turkmen delegation’s participation in the SCO meeting highlighted the country’s commitment to deepening cooperation within the organization and exploring new avenues for collaboration with member states and partners.
