During his working visit to the Republic of Austria, the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, held several significant meetings with the heads of major international organizations. In Vienna, he conferred with the UN Under-Secretary-General Ms. Rabab Fatima, the Director General of UNIDO Gerd Müller, and the Director General of the IAEA Rafael Grossi. These high-level discussions focused on strengthening international cooperation and addressing global developmental priorities.

The meetings centered on the inextricable link between global peace, security, and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The National Leader reaffirmed that Turkmenistan, guided by its internationally recognized status of permanent neutrality, remains committed to an external policy aimed at regional stability. The parties also explored avenues for deeper collaboration in economic diversification, healthcare innovation, and international environmental protection efforts.

In a key dialogue with IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov emphasized Turkmenistan's firm stance on using atomic energy exclusively for peaceful purposes. They discussed the potential for integrating advanced nuclear technologies in medicine and agriculture to improve public welfare. Similarly, the talks with UNIDO focused on industrial modernization and the adoption of sustainable manufacturing practices to support a greener economy.

The sessions concluded with a mutual exchange of best wishes, as the international leaders praised Turkmenistan’s proactive initiatives on the world stage. These meetings in Vienna underscore Turkmenistan’s role as a reliable partner of the United Nations, dedicated to fostering a secure and prosperous future. The diplomatic engagements successfully reinforced the strategic framework for long-term cooperation between Turkmenistan and specialized global agencies.