Iran and Turkmenistan foreign ministers meet in Ashgabat to strengthen bilateral relations

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi arrived in Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan, on Monday for a one-day visit aimed at holding talks with the country's high-ranking officials. The discussions focused on bilateral relations, regional and international developments, and ways to bolster political and economic cooperation between Iran and Turkmenistan.

During the meeting, both sides reviewed the latest state of relations between Tehran and Ashgabat and emphasized leveraging existing capacities to develop cooperation in various political and economic fields. Turkmen Foreign Minister Rashid Meredow, referring to the historical ties between the two nations, said this closeness serves as the foundation for advancing relations in the future. He lauded the expanding relations with Iran in commercial, political, and cultural fields and expressed appreciation for Iran's companionship with Turkmenistan in various international arenas.

Relations between Tehran and Ashgabat have continued to strengthen over the years, with both sides consistently emphasizing the need to make use of existing capacities to further develop bilateral ties. The visit underscores the ongoing diplomatic engagement between the two neighboring countries.

According to Mehr News, the one-day visit included talks with high-ranking Turkmen officials, reflecting the mutual interest in deepening cooperation across multiple sectors.