MEETING WAS HELD WITH THE EU COMMISSIONER FOR INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIP

On October 3, 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held a meeting with the EU Commissioner for International Partnership Jutta Urpilainen.

During the talks, the current state and prospects of cooperation between Turkmenistan and the European Union were discussed. The implementation of joint initiatives and programs was reviewed.

The main attention was paid to the launch of the Coordination Platform of the Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor (TCTC) at the level of transport ministers. It was emphasized that the Platform will facilitate projects within the TCTC and unite all stakeholders in broader efforts to turn the corridor into a sustainable and efficient route.

The interlocutors noted the importance of launching the GIZ project "European Union for the "green" development of Turkmenistan: Political Dialogue and Climate Action for 2024-2028". This project is part of the Team Europe initiative on water, energy and climate change in Central Asia and is aimed at supporting Turkmenistan's efforts in the field of green sustainable development by applying best international experience and practices, EU standards.

During the meeting, the possibilities of cooperation in the field of digital communications and water resources management were discussed. The EU Commissioner highly appreciated the effectiveness of the Team Europe program in the field of digital integration and confirmed her readiness to intensify cooperation with Turkmenistan in this area.

In addition, an exchange of views took place on ongoing bilateral and regional programs in various areas, including trade and business development, education and healthcare, energy and enhancing the capacity of law enforcement agencies.