ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, April 20. Turkmenistan
and Uzbekistan have discussed further strengthening of political,
economic, and cultural cooperation, Trend reports via the press service of the
Turkmen MFA.
The issue was considered during a meeting between Turkmen
Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov and Uzbek Foreign Minister
Bakhtiyor Saidov on the sidelines of the 5th Antalya Diplomacy
Forum.
The sides noted the high level of bilateral relations,
underpinned by regular and trust-based dialogue at the highest
political level, and exchanged views on preparations for upcoming
joint events scheduled in the coming months.
The ministers also discussed prospects for expanding trade links
between the two countries.
Meanwhile, the 5th Antalya Diplomacy Forum (ADF 2026), held
April 17-19, 2026, focused on the theme "Mapping Tomorrow, Managing
Uncertainties," addressing global, regional, and thematic
challenges. Hosted by Türkiye, it brought together global leaders
to discuss regional ownership, security, and the transforming
global order, including key talks on the South Caucasus, the Gaza
crisis, and the Middle Corridor.
