Turkmenistan Delegation Participates in EU-Central Asia High-Level Political and Security Dialogue
The delegation of Turkmenistan recently participated in the EU-Central Asia High-Level Political and Security Dialogue, which was held in Brussels on June 5, 2024. Led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs A. Gurbanov, the Turkmen delegation joined representatives from Central Asian countries and the European Union at the event held at the European External Action Service (EEAS).
The meeting kicked off with an official photo session and welcoming remarks, followed by discussions on various themes. During the discussions on the evolving global and regional security environment, the Turkmen delegation highlighted the importance of collaborative efforts in combating global threats such as terrorism and cybercrime. Turkmenistan’s work on a new National Strategy for the Prevention of Violent Extremism and Countering Terrorism for the period 2025-2030 was also emphasized, along with the country’s role in international peace efforts due to its neutrality.
In the session focused on EU-Central Asia cooperation on security issues, the Turkmen side stressed the significance of strengthening political stability through dialogue and international cooperation. The delegation highlighted the role of EU-supported programs like BOMCA, CADAP, and LEICA in enhancing security and addressing cross-border threats. Additionally, attention was drawn to the development of Turkmenistan’s digital economy and the importance of international collaboration in cybersecurity.
The final session revolved around discussing the threat of terrorism and the situation in Afghanistan. The Turkmen delegation underscored the need for international support to achieve stability in Afghanistan and highlighted projects that Turkmenistan has implemented in the country, including the “Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India” gas pipeline, power transmission lines, and railway construction.
Key representatives from the EU, including Deputy Secretary-General for Political Affairs and Political Director of EEAS Enrique Mora, EU Special Representative for Central Asia Terhi Hakala, EU Special Envoy for Counter-Terrorism Nadia Costantini, EU Counter-Terrorism Coordinator Bartjan Wegter, and EU Special Envoy for Afghanistan Tomas Niklasson, actively participated in the discussions.
The Turkmen delegation’s participation in the EU-Central Asia High-Level Dialogue demonstrated Turkmenistan’s dedication to regional cooperation and its efforts to strengthen peace and stability through international diplomatic endeavors.
