The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Japan, A. Bayramov, held a productive meeting today with the State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, Ayano Kunimitsu. According to the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, the officials discussed the implementation of agreements reached during high-level visits and explored strategic avenues for future bilateral cooperation. The talks covered a wide range of topics, including political diplomacy, trade, energy security, and parliamentary ties.

Ambassador Bayramov extended his gratitude to the Japanese government for their support during the President of Turkmenistan’s official visit to Japan in December 2025. He reaffirmed Turkmenistan's readiness to host the Prime Minister of Japan, S. Takaichi, for an official visit at a time convenient for the Japanese side. This potential high-level exchange is expected to further solidify the growing economic and cultural partnership between the two nations.

A significant point of the discussion was the humanitarian assistance provided by Turkmenistan. State Minister Ayano Kunimitsu expressed heartfelt appreciation to the Turkmen leadership for facilitating a humanitarian corridor that enabled the safe evacuation of Japanese citizens from Iran amid the current regional situation. This act of international cooperation was highlighted as a testament to Turkmenistan's commitment to regional stability and humanitarian values.

The meeting concluded with both parties agreeing to maintain an active dialogue within multilateral frameworks and to promote cultural and educational exchanges. The continued partnership between Turkmenistan and Japan remains a vital component of regional diplomacy, focusing on innovation, mutual respect, and shared progress in the modern era.