ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, January 8.
Turkmenistan’s Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov met with U.S.
Ambassador to Turkmenistan Elizabeth Rood to discuss key areas of
bilateral cooperation in political and diplomatic affairs, trade
and economic relations, as well as cultural and humanitarian
exchanges,
Trend reports via Turkmen MFA.
The effectiveness of the existing bilateral engagement
mechanisms was emphasized, particularly highlighting the annual
political consultations and the regular meetings of the
Turkmenistan-U.S. Business Council. Special attention was given to
the long-standing presence and successful operations of U.S.
companies within Turkmenistan. The parties acknowledged the
fruitful implementation of joint business contracts in key sectors
such as power engineering, agriculture, and transportation, with
notable involvement from companies like John Deere, General
Electric, and Boeing.
Discussions also covered the prospects for expanding cooperation
in high technologies, as well as in the banking and financial
sectors.
Furthermore, the diplomats exchanged views on opportunities for
strengthening collaboration in the fields of education, science,
and culture. In this regard, the Turkmen side proposed the
establishment of a formal Turkmenistan-U.S. cultural dialogue to
foster greater mutual understanding.
Earlier, U.S. President Donald Trump lifted restrictions on
non-immigrant visas for citizens of Turkmenistan, although the
suspension on immigrant visa issuance remains in effect.
