Peacebuilding issues discussed at meeting in New York

On September 27, 2024, the delegation of Turkmenistan led by the Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov, participating in the 79th session of the UN General Assembly, met with Rosemary A. DiCarlo, Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs.

At the meeting, it was noted that cooperation with the United Nations is of a strategic nature for Turkmenistan.

The parties exchanged views on the current regional and international agenda. In this context, the importance of combining efforts to strengthen international cooperation and security in the region and in the world as a whole was emphasized.

During the talks, it was emphasized that Turkmenistan's interaction with the UN helps to strengthen the foundations of peace, stability and security in the region, in particular through the activities of the UN Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia. An exchange of views took place regarding the expansion of the UNRCCA potential.

The meeting noted the important contribution of Turkmenistan to the socio-economic development of Afghanistan. Turkmenistan regularly sends humanitarian aid to Afghanistan, social facilities are being built, and medical assistance is provided to the local population.

The parties discussed preparations for upcoming events scheduled to be held in Turkmenistan with the participation of relevant UN structures. They also considered further steps aimed at implementing the UN General Assembly Resolution on declaring 2025 the International Year of Peace and Trust, initiated by Turkmenistan.