ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, May 23. Turkmenistan
and the United States reviewed prospects for expanding bilateral
cooperation across political, economic, and regional connectivity
areas, Trend reports
via the Turkmen Embassy in Washington D.C.
The talks were held during a meeting between Ambassador of
Turkmenistan to the United States Esen Aydogdyyev and Congressman
Bill Huizenga at the U.S. Congress.
The sides exchanged views on the current state of
Turkmenistan-U.S. relations, with a focus on strengthening
political dialogue, boosting trade and economic ties, and enhancing
regional connectivity initiatives involving Central Asia and the
United States.
Particular attention was given to cooperation formats such as
C5+1, which brings together the U.S. and Central Asian states, and
B5+1, aimed at deepening engagement with the private sector.
Congressman Huizenga highlighted the positive outcomes of the
recent C5+1 Summit and underscored the importance of maintaining
active dialogue between the United States and Central Asian
countries, including Turkmenistan.
The meeting also included discussions on regional developments
and potential avenues for expanding practical cooperation in areas
of mutual interest.
