On November 1, 2023, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov welcomed the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Bakhtiyor Saidov. The guest conveyed greetings and well-wishes from Uzbekistan’s President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to the Head of Turkmenistan and the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. It was highlighted that Uzbekistan places great significance on its traditionally friendly relationship with Turkmenistan.
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov reciprocated the greetings to President Mirziyoyev and expressed that Turkmenistan is devoted to its trusting, good neighborly relations with Uzbekistan, which have a centuries-old history. The conversation continued with the President of Turkmenistan emphasizing that the participation of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan in the “Central Asia-Republic of Korea” Forum will provide an opportunity to discuss cooperation in various fields.
The President of Turkmenistan also expressed his wishes for a successful 16th ECO Summit in Tashkent. It was noted that Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan share close or similar positions on regional and global issues, particularly those related to global peace and security. Furthermore, it was highlighted that the two countries are actively engaged in trade and economic relations, and that there is a positive trend in bilateral trade turnover. The importance of cultural, scientific, and educational dialogue was also discussed, as it serves as a connection to further bring together the two nations and strengthen their friendly ties.