The Embassy of Turkmenistan in Brussels organized a briefing for European media on Monday. Media executives and correspondents from different countries were invited to the event, including such well-known publications and news agencies as EU Reporter, EU Today, Buscardini Communications, Diplomatic World, KazInform and Sekai Magazine. The briefing was also attended by representatives of the diplomatic, academic and research communities of Belgium, the European Union and the European Parliament.
The head of the diplomatic mission, Sapar Palvanov, in his speech outlined the priorities of the foreign and domestic policies of Turkmenistan, noted the achievements of 2023, which was held under the slogan “Happy youth with Arkadag Serdar”, and introduced this year’s motto “The Fount of Wisdom Magtymguly Fragi”.
The Ambassador highlighted Turkmenistan's active participation in the development of the Global Security Strategy and the country's contribution to efforts to ensure regional peace. The importance of Turkmenistan’s initiatives aimed at the adoption of resolutions by the UN General Assembly on dialogue of peace and neutrality was also emphasized.
The briefing participants got acquainted with the country's economic diplomacy. Sapar Palvanov spoke in detail about structural reforms, efforts to diversify the economy and Turkmenistan's desire to join the World Trade Organization (WTO). Key issues such as energy, the transition to green energy and transport diplomacy were also touched upon.
At the end of the briefing, the guests were invited to taste dishes of Turkmen national cuisine, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan reports.
