The President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, has departed for the Russian Federation on a working visit to take part in a high-level informal meeting of heads of state of the Commonwealth of Independent States. The visit reflects Turkmenistan’s continued engagement in regional dialogue and cooperation.

The President of Turkmenistan was seen off at Ashgabat International Airport by senior officials. After a several-hour flight, the presidential aircraft landed at Saint Petersburg International Airport, where the Turkmen leader was warmly welcomed by official representatives of the host country.

Under the leadership of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, Turkmenistan is consistently implementing a forward-looking and constructive foreign policy that enjoys broad international support. A key priority of Turkmenistan’s diplomatic strategy is strengthening effective interaction within respected global and regional organizations, including the CIS framework.