BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 31. Turkmenistan and
Dutch companies have discussed cooperation in water management,
shipbuilding and maritime infrastructure.
This was reflected in a press release published by the press
service of the Turkmen government on July 31.
The sides discussed prospects for long-term partnership during a
working visit to the Netherlands by a Turkmen delegation led by
Deputy Chairman of Turkmenistan’s Cabinet of Ministers Tangryguly
Atahallyyev, the report says.
According to the press service, the delegation held talks with
representatives of Royal IHC, Damen Shipyards Group and IHE Delft
Institute for Water Education. The discussions focused on efficient
water resource management, modernization of the shipbuilding
industry, development of maritime infrastructure and training of
specialized personnel.
The meetings covered strategic areas of cooperation, including
water management and maritime infrastructure, according to the
press release.
To note, the Netherlands and Turkmenistan have been developing
economic cooperation in areas including water management,
agriculture, horticulture, maritime infrastructure and industrial
technologies. Dutch companies have previously explored
opportunities in Turkmenistan, while bilateral business contacts
have been supported through business forums and meetings involving
representatives of the two countries’ private sectors. Water
management has remained one of the most prominent areas, reflecting
Turkmenistan’s need for technologies aimed at improving the
efficiency of water use and the Netherlands’ extensive expertise in
the field.
The two countries have also been expanding institutional and
business contacts. A Turkmenistan-Netherlands business forum is
scheduled to take place in the Netherlands, with water management
among the areas identified for cooperation, providing an additional
platform for Turkmen companies and Dutch businesses to explore
potential projects and partnerships.
