Turkmenistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov announced the country's readiness to deepen practical cooperation with the United States in key economic sectors. He made this announcement at a business conference dedicated to the 10th anniversary of the "Central Asia + USA" format, which was held at the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts, the State News Agency of Turkmenistan reports.

"The current business conference, held with such a representative attendance, confirms the transition from plans to practical cooperation," the head of the Turkmen Foreign Ministry emphasized. He noted that the C5+1 format allows for the use of financial, organizational, technical, and other resources to implement large-scale joint projects.

Meredov identified priority areas of economic cooperation for Turkmenistan: advanced technologies, digitalization, artificial intelligence, green standards, energy, and transport. He stated that the foundation of cooperation is the diversification of energy and transport flows, ensuring their reliability and stability, and taking into account the interests of all parties.

The Minister reminded that, guided by these approaches, Turkmenistan has already implemented a number of major energy and logistics projects in the region. At the conference, the Turkmen exhibit showcased the country's achievements, economic successes, and national historical and cultural values.

Meredov also emphasized the importance of intensifying mutual trade between the countries of Central Asia and the United States and establishing an effective legal framework for partnership.

At the panel session "How to Invest in Central Asia?", representatives from Turkmenistan discussed government programs and reforms aimed at improving the investment climate, simplifying business operations, and guaranteeing investor rights. American investors and financial institutions learned about the favorable conditions and potential of the region's dynamically developing markets.

The forum focused on the role of public-private partnerships in implementing projects to develop transport and communications infrastructure and digitalize financial services. Participants in the session "Developing Transport Routes between the United States and Central Asia" discussed the potential for developing effective logistics routes linking regional countries with North American markets.

At a panel session dedicated to leveraging the potential of artificial intelligence, participants discussed the importance of implementing AI technologies in key economic sectors—finance, agriculture, energy, and public administration. Experts expressed confidence that the effective use of artificial intelligence will contribute to economic growth in Central Asia.

The session "Connectivity through the Digital Economy" discussed specific measures to leverage digital systems to strengthen regional connectivity and inclusive economic development. Participants believed that increased cooperation in this area will create a technological bridge between regions.

The forum's formal portion included an exhibition highlighting the cultural heritage and economic potential of Central Asian countries. The Turkmen exhibit showcased books by National Leader Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and Head of State Serdar Berdimuhamedov. The cultural program included performances by cultural figures and artists from Central Asian countries.

At the forum's opening ceremony, US government representatives emphasized the importance of developing sustainable six-party cooperation based on principles of mutual respect.

Forum participants emphasized that the C5+1 format serves as an effective platform for implementing joint projects and deepening economic dialogue between Central Asia and the United States. They believed that the exchange of experiences will provide impetus for further increasing mutual trade and investment, as well as strengthening the long-term partnership.