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High-Level Five-Party Meeting on Caspian Sea Issues Takes Place in Ashgabat
On September 15, the 11th session of the High-Level Working Group on Caspian Sea issues began at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. Delegations from Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, Iran, Kazakhstan, and Russia are participating.
The meeting is chaired by the Turkmen side. The main focus is on developing a methodology for defining straight baselines in the Caspian Sea. Delegates also reviewed regional cooperation, preparations for the next meeting of foreign ministers, and the creation of a special working group to address the issue of the Caspian Sea's decreasing water levels.
The agenda also includes the organization of the 7th Caspian Summit scheduled for August 2026, and a proposal to hold the first international meeting of governors of Caspian coastal regions.
The session is ongoing.
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National Leader of the Turkmen people pays working visit to Balkan region of Turkmenistan
The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, paid a working visit to the Balkan region of Turkmenistan today. During the trip, the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan reviewed issues related to the high-level organization of major international events scheduled to be held in Turkmenistan in 2026, in line with the country’s foreign policy strategy.
As part of the visit, the National Leader of Turkmenistan examined project proposals concerning the readiness of facilities planned for international events along the Caspian Sea coast. Attention was given to the landscaping of surrounding areas, the modern design of entrance zones, the level of interior equipment, the layout of venues for various stages of international forums, and the progress of interior finishing works in buildings intended for large-scale conferences.
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov emphasized that all necessary conditions must be created for international guests attending events in Turkmenistan. He also highlighted the importance of fully integrating digital technologies into these facilities and provided guidance to relevant officials.
During the working trip, the National Leader conducted an aerial inspection by helicopter over the Avaza National Tourist Zone, where he reviewed ongoing construction projects. Upon completion of the visit to the Balkan region of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov returned to Ashgabat.
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