Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Tuesday Kristina Schwarz-Fuchs, president of Austria’s Federal Council, Turkmen state media reported.
The sides discussed the current state of Turkmen-Austrian relations and prospects for their future development. Serdar Berdimuhamedov described Austria as one of Turkmenistan’s longstanding partners in Europe and highlighted positive political and diplomatic ties, including cooperation within the United Nations.
The President emphasized the role of parliamentary diplomacy in strengthening bilateral relations, noting the importance of expanding interparliamentary cooperation and exchanging legislative experience.
On trade and economic ties, Turkmen President noted the contribution of Austrian companies to Turkmenistan’s economic development. The sides also highlighted expanding cooperation in the supply of transport equipment and advanced machinery for the health care, chemical and oil and gas sectors. They also emphasized the role of the joint Turkmen-Austrian commission in advancing bilateral economic opportunities.
The meeting concluded with both sides expressing confidence in further developing mutually beneficial cooperation for the benefit of the two countries’ peoples.
