An official reception was held in Tokyo to mark the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s status as a permanently neutral state, as well as the country’s Independence Day. The event, hosted by the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Japan, brought together Japanese government officials, lawmakers, diplomats, and business representatives from both nations.

Hisayuki Fujii, Japan’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs, delivered congratulatory remarks, expressing support for the upcoming International Forum scheduled in Ashgabat this December. He also referenced the recent visit of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov to Japan as an important milestone in the growing Turkmen-Japanese partnership.

Other speakers included Japan’s Minister of Justice Keisuke Suzuki, Chairman of the Japan-Turkmenistan Inter-Parliamentary Friendship Group Toshiaki Endo, and Turkmen Ambassador Atadurdy Bayramov. They highlighted the steady development of trade, cultural cooperation, and diplomatic ties between the two countries.

As part of the event, guests enjoyed an exhibition featuring Turkmen literature and cultural artifacts, followed by a tasting of traditional Turkmen cuisine.