Turkmenistan’s President Welcomes French Ambassador
The President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, recently received the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the French Republic to Turkmenistan, Philippe Merlin. The meeting took place on June 19, 2023, and was held in a cordial atmosphere.
During the meeting, Ambassador Merlin conveyed warm greetings from President Emmanuel Macron to President Berdimuhamedov and extended wishes of happiness, prosperity, and well-being to the Turkmen people. President Berdimuhamedov reciprocated the greetings and expressed his sincere congratulations to the French diplomat on his appointment to such an important diplomatic post. He also wished him great success in further strengthening the bilateral relations between the two countries.
President Berdimuhamedov highlighted the expanding nature of the bilateral cooperation between Turkmenistan and France, based on mutual respect, friendship, and understanding. He mentioned the positive political and diplomatic relations between the two nations and stressed their successful interaction in both bilateral and multilateral formats.
The trade and economic cooperation between Turkmenistan and France were also discussed during the meeting. President Berdimuhamedov commended the significant contribution of French companies in the development of various sectors of Turkmenistan’s national economy over the years. He specifically mentioned the successful partnership in areas such as construction, oil and gas, and communications.
The President identified several promising areas of cooperation, including information technology, oil and gas, chemical, and food industries. He emphasized the important role of the Intergovernmental Turkmen-French Commission for Economic Cooperation in facilitating and promoting economic ties between the two countries.
Additionally, the President emphasized the significance of the humanitarian cooperation between Turkmenistan and France in strengthening bilateral relations, promoting cultural exchange, and enriching the lives of both nations. He expressed his confidence in Ambassador Merlin’s dedication to fostering stronger relations and assured him of Turkmenistan’s readiness to provide necessary assistance and support.
Overall, the meeting between President Berdimuhamedov and Ambassador Merlin showcased the continuous growth and deepening of the Turkmen-French relations across various sectors. Both sides reiterated their commitment to further strengthening bilateral ties and exploring new avenues of cooperation for the mutual benefit of both nations.
