During his working visit to Turkmenistan, Rustam Minnikhanov, the Rais of Tatarstan, held meetings with President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of Halk Maslahaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov.
Minnikhanov expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and the opportunity to discuss key areas of cooperation. He also conveyed greetings from Russian President Vladimir Putin. The two sides exchanged views on the current state and future priorities of their partnership, emphasizing mutual interests in strengthening ties.
Serdar Berdimuhamedov reaffirmed Turkmenistan’s commitment to fostering relations with Tatarstan as a key region of the Russian Federation. He highlighted the importance of regular high-level meetings in ensuring systematic and effective collaboration. The Turkmen leader also thanked Minnikhanov for his participation in last year’s international forum dedicated to the 300th anniversary of the great Turkmen poet and philosopher Magtymguly Pyragy.
Both sides emphasized the significance of humanitarian cooperation, particularly in education, culture, and the arts. Additionally, Serdar Berdimuhamedov invited Rustam Minnikhanov to attend a major international forum on December 12, 2025, marking the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s permanent neutrality—a milestone officially recognized by a UN General Assembly resolution.
During his separate meeting with Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, Minnikhanov once again conveyed greetings from President Putin and congratulated Turkmenistan on its annual Diplomatic Workers’ Day, celebrated on February 18. The Turkmen leader praised the growing partnership between Turkmenistan and Tatarstan, noting significant achievements in economic and political cooperation over the years.
Both parties expressed confidence in the continued strengthening of ties and reaffirmed their commitment to expanding collaboration in various sectors. Minnikhanov was also invited to participate in the upcoming forum celebrating Turkmenistan’s neutrality, with Berdimuhamedov emphasizing that his presence would contribute to the event’s success.
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Based on materials from the Press Service of the Rais RT