ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, April 20. Türkiye and
Turkmenistan have discussed further development of bilateral
relations, including strengthening political dialogue,
parliamentary ties, and legal frameworks, Trend reports via the Turkmen MFA.
The issue was considered during a meeting between Turkmen
Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan
Fidan on the sidelines of the 5th Antalya Diplomacy Forum.
The sides reviewed a wide range of issues related to political
and diplomatic cooperation, interparliamentary engagement, and the
expansion of the contractual and legal basis of bilateral
relations.
Following the meeting, the ministers also exchanged views on key
international issues, confirming convergence of positions on
strengthening regional stability and security.
Meanwhile, Turkish companies are among the top economic partners
in Turkmenistan, having implemented over 1,400 projects valued at
more than $50 billion since 1991, with a strong focus on
construction, energy, textiles, and transport. Major Turkish firms
like Çalık Holding and Polimeks are heavily involved in key
infrastructure, industrial facilities, and the "smart city" of
Arkadag.
Türkiye’s trade with Turkmenistan reached $2.2 billion in 2025.
The main goal for bilateral trade is to reach $5 billion, a target
set by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Turkmen President
Serdar Berdimuhamedov.
