Working visit of the delegation of Turkmenistan to the State of Qatar

On March 16, 2025, the delegation headed by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov was received by the Emir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.

Noting the intensification of bilateral relations, the Turkmen side emphasized the importance of the telephone conversation with the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, held on March 3 this year.

Along with constructive bilateral cooperation, the effectiveness of interaction in multilateral formats, primarily within the framework of the United Nations, was emphasized. In particular, it was noted that on December 12, 2025, on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the country's neutrality, the International Forum of Peace and Trust will be held in Ashgabat. The Qatari side is invited to take part in this international forum and festive events.

On the same day, Rashid Meredov met with the Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani.

During the conversation, the ministers emphasized that energy, investment and transport sectors are intended to become promising areas of Turkmen-Qatari relations.

In addition, a detailed exchange of views took place on issues of regional security and development priorities, as well as the socio-economic situation in Afghanistan.