ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, May 1. Turkmenistan and
the International Organization of Turkic Culture (TURKSOY) have
discussed expanding humanitarian cooperation, Trend reports via the Turkmen
MFA.
The talks took place during a meeting between Turkmen Foreign
Minister Rashid Meredov and TURKSOY Secretary General Sultan Raev
in Ashgabat.
The sides reviewed current cooperation and discussed
implementation of the joint work plan for 2026, as well as
preparation for upcoming cultural events.
The parties noted that joint initiatives in the cultural and
humanitarian sphere contribute to strengthening mutual
understanding and dialogue among TURKSOY member states and
beyond.
Meanwhile, an informal summit of the Organization of Turkic
States is expected to take place in the city of Turkestan
(Kazakhstan) on May 15, and will bring together the leaders of the
organization's member countries, including Azerbaijan, Türkiye,
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan, as well as observers,
including Turkmenistan and Hungary.
