Credentials from the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Tunisia to Turkmenistan (with residence in Moscow) Taraka Ben Salema were received today on behalf of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov by the Chairman of the Mejlis Dunyagozel Gulmanova, the information program Watan of the Turkmen television reported.

“In order to further strengthen friendly relations between our countries, I have appointed Mr. Tarak Ben Salem as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Tunisia to Turkmenistan. His high personal qualities and professionalism allow us to be sure that he will successfully carry out the mission entrusted to him in such a way as to earn the approval and respect of Your Excellency,” reads the text of his credentials signed by the President of the Republic of Tunisia, Kais Said.

On behalf of the head of Turkmenistan, the head of the national parliament congratulated the diplomat on his appointment to a responsible post, wishing him success in his noble mission to strengthen friendship and cooperation between the two states.

During the meeting, the ambassador was informed about the main directions of the state policy of independent neutral Turkmenistan, one of the most important vectors of which is the development of broad international cooperation in the interests of world peace, security and prosperity.

The diplomat got acquainted with the large-scale socio-economic reforms being implemented under the leadership of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, as well as with the structure and activities of the Mejlis.

Emphasizing the interest of Tunisia in intensifying cooperation with Turkmenistan, Tarak Ben Salem confirmed his readiness to contribute in every way to the development of fruitful contacts in various directions. At the same time, the significant role of inter-parliamentary relations was noted.

Today, Tunisian Ambassador Tarak Ben Salem was also received at the Foreign Ministry of Turkmenistan. During the meeting with Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Berdiniyaz Myatiev, the prospects for bilateral cooperation of mutual interest were discussed.

Last year, Turkmenistan and the Republic of Tunisia celebrated the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations, which were established on November 30, 1992.