Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov called the Victory in the Great Patriotic War a strong bond uniting the countries of Central Asia and Russia, the State News Agency of Turkmenistan reports.
"This year is special in many ways for our countries. Together, we celebrated the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. This event will always remain a strong bond uniting our peoples and states," he said in his speech at the Central Asia–Russia Summit.
According to the head of Turkmenistan, loyalty to a shared historical heritage and commitment to the ideals of good-neighborliness, friendship, and equality are carried over into the practice of interstate relations. "We rely on them and always emphasize their enduring nature," he noted.
The President of Turkmenistan emphasized the importance of developing humanitarian, educational, and scientific ties between Central Asia and Russia. Such ties strengthen relations, create foundations for the future, and foster mutual respect and sympathy among people, including young people, explained Serdar Berdimuhamedov.
"These are positive trends, the manifestation of which we see and must support and encourage," the head of state concluded.
