Chinese Vice President Han Zheng met with Dunyagozel Gulmanova, chairperson of Turkmenistan's National Assembly, in Beijing on Friday, emphasizing deepened cooperation under the two nations' comprehensive strategic partnership. The talks highlighted shared commitments to energy, innovation, and cultural collaboration.
Strategic Partnership and Shared Future
Han noted that bilateral relations have flourished under the leaders' strategic guidance, evolving into a comprehensive strategic partnership. He reiterated China's willingness to implement key agreements, support mutual development priorities, and accelerate joint projects in natural gas, digital economy, green energy, and environmental protection.
Focus on Energy and Innovation
Both sides pledged to expand cooperation in Turkmenistan's natural gas sector—a critical resource for China's energy security—while exploring emerging fields like digital infrastructure and sustainable technology. Han emphasized cross-border cultural exchanges and youth engagement to strengthen long-term ties.
Turkmenistan's Vision for Collaboration
Gulmanova highlighted the historical friendship between the two nations and expressed Turkmenistan's eagerness to deepen legislative, economic, and environmental cooperation. She underscored the importance of people-to-people exchanges, particularly in education and tourism, to foster mutual understanding.
The meeting signals a renewed push to align China's Belt and Road initiatives with Turkmenistan's development goals, offering potential opportunities for investors and businesses across Eurasia.
