ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, January 9. Turkmenistan
is aiming to expand the presence of offices of United Nations
specialized agencies, structural units, and programs in the country
as part of broader cooperation with the organization,
Trend reports via Turkmen MFA.
The matter was addressed during a meeting between Turkmenistan’s
Foreign Minister, Rashid Meredov, and the UN Resident Coordinator
in Turkmenistan, Dmitry Shlapachenko, which took place on January 8
in Ashgabat.
During the discussions, the sides also focused on preparations
for the new Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework for the
2026-2030 period, while also reviewing the outcomes of the previous
framework for 2021-2025. They also examined a range of ongoing
projects and initiatives being implemented under the existing
bilateral and regional agreements.
Furthermore, the parties deliberated on plans for upcoming joint
events, including a conference in collaboration with the Food and
Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, training sessions
for young diplomats, and other cooperative initiatives aimed at
furthering their shared goals.
