The possibilities of transport and transit corridors in the North-South and East–West directions were discussed

On September 26, 2024, on the sidelines of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly in New York, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with Secretary General of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Asad Majid Khan. 

At the meeting, the parties noted the intensification of cooperation between Turkmenistan and the ECO and discussed key areas of cooperation. Among the priorities are energy, transport and communications, trade and economic integration, digitalization, and the development of cultural ties. Separately, the parties focused on the issue of strengthening the international legal framework within the Organization and the country's contribution to its human resources potential.

The parties considered the possibilities of strengthening partnership with the use of platforms created within the framework of the United Nations. Special attention is paid to increasing the potential of transport and transit corridors in the North-South and East–West directions, stimulating cross–border economic activity.

Also, the ECO Secretary General, noting the international merits of the city of Arkadag and the widespread implementation of innovative solutions, confirmed his interest in organizing high-level events in the new smart city under the auspices of ECO, primarily aimed at sustainable development issues.

At the meeting, preparations for upcoming events with the participation of ECO were discussed.

Source: "Turkmenistan: The Golden Age"