ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, January 31. Central
Asian countries and South Korea discussed enhancing cooperation in
the customs sector,
Trend reports via the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Seoul.
The discussions took place during a formal luncheon meeting on
January 30, 2026, attended by the Commissioner of the Korea Customs
Service and ambassadors from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan,
Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. The talks included new forms of
collaboration under the Central Asia-Republic of Korea framework,
information exchange, participation in international conferences
and projects, and joint training programs.
The meeting also highlighted ongoing initiatives between the
Korea Customs Service and Central Asian partners, with active
participation in professional development programs and seminars
organized by the Korean side.
South Korea will host the Korea-Central Asia Summit in 2026.
Previously postponed, the summit is meant to serve as a platform to
advance dialogue on mutually beneficial cooperation between the
sides.
