BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan, December 12. President of
Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Zhaparov held talks with President of Turkmenistan
Serdar Berdimuhamedov in Ashgabat, focusing on energy cooperation,
transport connectivity, and the further strengthening of bilateral
ties, Trend reports
via the press service of the Kyrgyz President.
The meeting took place on the sidelines of events marking the
International Year of Peace and Trust and the 30th anniversary of
Turkmenistan’s permanent neutrality.
Welcoming his counterpart, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov
expressed appreciation for Zhaparov’s participation in the
celebrations and reaffirmed Turkmenistan’s interest in expanding
cooperation with Kyrgyzstan.
"Turkmenistan places great significance on strengthening its
partnership with Kyrgyzstan, founded on centuries-old friendly
relations, shared cultural ties, and mutual respect," stated
Berdimuhamedov, emphasizing Ashgabat's readiness to further deepen
collaboration in areas of common interest.
President Zhaparov, in turn, thanked the Turkmen leadership for
their warm hospitality and extended heartfelt congratulations to
Turkmenistan on the significant milestones of the anniversary. He
underscored that the bilateral relations between the two nations
continue to serve as a solid foundation for long-term partnership,
noting the increasing momentum of political dialogue.
The Kyrgyz leader particularly highlighted the importance of
enhancing cooperation in the transport and logistics sectors,
stressing the need to ensure the efficient functioning of
international multimodal corridors that traverse both countries.
The two sides also engaged in a comprehensive review of ongoing and
prospective collaboration in the energy sector, a critical area of
Kyrgyz–Turkmen cooperation.
Zhaparov invited President Berdimuhamedov to visit Kyrgyzstan
next fall to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit
and the Sixth World Nomad Games as an honorary guest.
Following the talks, the presidents reaffirmed their commitment
to enhancing the strategic partnership and expanding cooperation
across all mutually beneficial sectors.
