Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that the Islamic Republic is committed to expanding its relations with neighboring states, particularly the friendly nation of Turkmenistan.
In a meeting with Turkmenistan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov, on Wednesday (12 Feb), Pezeshkian reaffirmed that the Islamic Republic’s principled policy is rooted in good neighborliness and aims to enhance cooperation with Turkmenistan in various sectors.
Pezeshkian also mentioned his recent phone conversation with Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow, the National Leader of Turkmen people, during which they discussed the need to review opportunities for collaboration and to eliminate obstacles hindering the implementation of joint projects.
Regarding the next summit of the Caspian Sea littoral states in Tehran, the president expressed Iran’s desire to foster interactions among these nations based on principles of peace, friendship and good neighborliness. He indicated that this perspective would be a focal point of discussion at the summit.
In turn, Meredov conveyed warm greetings from Turkmenistan’s national leader and president, advocating for the development of joint ventures in various fields, including transportation.
He further highlighted the importance of the joint economic commission between the two countries, expressing hoping that their upcoming meeting would enhance bilateral economic ties.
The foreign minister extended an invitation to the Iranian president to take part in the International Peace and Trust Conference in Turkmenistan, noting that a high-ranking delegation from Turkmenistan would attend the Caspian Sea littoral states’ summit in Tehran. ///nCa, 13 February 2025 (based on a press releases issued by press service of the Iranian President)