BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 12. Turkmenistan
and the United Nations discussed the practical implementation of
joint programs and initiatives during talks in Ashgabat.
This was reflected in a press release published by
Turkmenistan's Foreign Ministry following a meeting between Deputy
Foreign Minister Myahri Byashimova and UN Resident Coordinator in
Turkmenistan Xiaojun Grace Wang.
According to the statement, the sides reviewed key aspects of
Turkmenistan's cooperation with the UN system, with particular
attention paid to the practical implementation of joint programs
and initiatives.
The officials also outlined promising areas for future
cooperation and discussed regional and international issues, as
well as preparations for upcoming high-level events.
The sides reaffirmed their interest in continuing close
cooperation and further expanding partnership between Turkmenistan
and the United Nations, the report says.
Meanwhile, the United Nations in Turkmenistan serves as a
development partner, endorsing national priorities aligned with the
Sustainable Development Goals through the UN Sustainable
Development Cooperation Framework (2021-2025/2026-2030). The
Country Team, led by the UN Resident Coordinator, collaborates with
the government on health, education, economic, and social reforms.
Key focuses include people-centered governance, inclusive economic
growth, and quality services. Major UN agencies involved are UNDP,
WHO, UNICEF, and UNODC.
Additionally, the UN Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy
for Central Asia addresses regional security. Key projects
encompass legal aid strengthening, violence protection for women
and children, trade improvement, water resource management, and
pandemic preparedness, supported by significant government
financial contributions.
