Political consultations between the foreign policy agencies of Turkmenistan and the Republic of the Philippines held in Ashgabat

On 15 October 2026, political consultations between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and the Department of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of the Philippines took place at the building of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan.

The Turkmen side was headed by deputy minister of foreign affairs of Turkmenistan Ahmet Gurbanov, and the Philippine side by undersecretary of foreign affairs for policy Leo M. Herrera-Lim.

During the consultations, the sides discussed current issues of bilateral relations, paying special attention to the further development of political and diplomatic dialogue, the expansion of trade and economic cooperation and the strengthening of cultural and humanitarian ties. The interlocutors also considered issues of partnership within international structures, in particular the United Nations.

The diplomats also exchanged views on current regional and international issues, confirming their interest in continuing constructive dialogue and maintaining regular contacts between the foreign policy agencies of the two countries.

Special attention was paid to the prospects for strengthening the legal framework of bilateral cooperation, as well as to developing ties in the fields of energy, maritime transport, tourism and other areas of mutual interest.

In the social sphere, the sides stressed the importance of developing cooperation in education and expanding academic contacts and exchanges, which help strengthen mutual understanding and friendly ties between the peoples of the two countries.

As a result of the consultations, the mutual interest in further strengthening friendly relations between Turkmenistan and the Republic of the Philippines was confirmed, on the basis of mutual respect and taking into account the interests of both sides.