President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with President of the Swiss Confederation Karin Keller-Sutter on the sidelines of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The meeting took place as part of President Berdimuhamedov's working visit to the United States.

During the talks, the two leaders reviewed prospects for strengthening bilateral cooperation and exchanged views on current global issues.

Both sides emphasized the foundation of mutual understanding and friendly dialogue that characterizes Turkmen-Swiss relations. They highlighted the importance of neutrality as a shared principle guiding both countries’ foreign policies, creating common ground for collaboration and contributing to regional and global stability.

Key sectors identified for future cooperation included trade, investment, finance, pharmaceuticals, and green energy. Cultural and humanitarian exchanges were also acknowledged as essential for deepening ties between the nations.

President Berdimuhamedov extended an invitation to his Swiss counterpart to attend the upcoming International Forum in Ashgabat on December 12, dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s permanent neutrality and the UN-declared International Year of Peace and Trust, initiated by Turkmenistan.

Karin Keller-Sutter expressed appreciation for the invitation and praised Turkmenistan’s active role in fostering international dialogue. The meeting concluded with warm wishes extended to the peoples of both countries.