ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, May 5. Turkmenistan and
Iran have discussed regional security, Trend reports via the Turkmen MFA.
The talks were held between Turkmen Foreign Minister Rashid
Meredov and Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi at the
initiative of the Iranian side.
The ministers exchanged views on bilateral relations and a range
of international issues of mutual interest, with a particular focus
on regional security.
Both sides underlined the importance of using political and
diplomatic tools, including preventive diplomacy, aimed at avoiding
complex situations and conflicts.
Special attention was given to the Caspian Sea agenda, with both
parties reaffirming its status as a space of peace, cooperation,
and good-neighbourly relations.
The ministers agreed to maintain regular contacts between the
foreign ministries to further develop diplomatic dialogue between
the two countries.
